Dein Aufenthalt — White Stone Lodge
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Das Eigentum — White Stone Lodge
White Stone Lodge is a functional, business-oriented 3-star hotel in Tema's industrial quarter. The lobby is quiet, with check-in desks, a small seating area, and the faint smell of cleaning products. It suits travellers who need a reliable, no-frills base near the port and motorway, not a leisurely weekend stay.
Chroniken von Tema
Tema was founded in the 1950s as Ghana's primary deep-sea port city, designed by British and Ghanaian engineers to decongest Takoradi. Its architecture is largely utilitarian: grids of concrete government housing, wide arterial roads, and towering silos for cocoa and oil exports. Contemporary Tema is a fast-growing, industrial hub dominated by the port and heavy industry, with a distinct lack of the coastal resort culture found further west.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Tema-Guide →Die besten Monate
July and August offer slightly cooler, less oppressive heat than March-April, and lower humidity than the rainy peaks. December is also good for dry weather and festivals in nearby Accra.
Peak / Festival Surge
August is the peak for business travellers due to cocoa export season and trade events; hotel prices rise 15-20% over June rates. Easter week also sees a spike from Ghanaian families visiting relatives in Tema.
Budget Schulter Saison
June and September are the budget shoulder months: the long rainy season is receding, rooms are 10-15% cheaper, and the business crowd thins out.
Wetter & Verpackung
Tema has a pronounced wet-dry cycle but no 'cold' season – expect daily highs above 28°C year-round. Pack a light raincoat or umbrella for sudden downpours even in the dry season.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Tema
- The Tema-Accra motorway is undergoing phased expansion at the Sakumono junction, causing frequent evening traffic jams; allow 30 extra minutes for airport transfer.
- Tema General Hospital's new outpatient wing opened in late 2025, reducing waiting times for non-emergency care.
- The annual Tema Trade Fair (late June) may increase demand for hotel rooms and restaurant bookings for the week of your stay.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to White Stone Lodge, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the lower floors (1st or 2nd floor), specifically the two ground-floor accessible rooms, for easier access to the main entrance and restaurant, and to minimize the risk of elevator outages.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance or areas with potential street noise, as the hotel is located in the Tema Industrial Area, which may be prone to external noise pollution.
Best views
There are no specific views to request, as the hotel's address is in a non-descript industrial area in Tema.
Quietest floors
1st and 2nd floors, as they are less likely to experience elevator traffic and noise from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Guests may experience noise from the street, elevator, and service entrance. The hotel's open car park may also generate some noise.
Insider tips
Consider requesting a room with a ramp access to the main entrance and restaurant for easier navigation, especially if you have mobility issues. Be aware that the nearest public car park, Tema Central Market lot, is a short drive away and costs GHS 30 per night, so plan accordingly to avoid additional fees.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — White Stone Lodge
Free Wi-Fi for up to 4 devices; average speed 15 Mbps; login via room number and surname
Two lifts; serve all four floors; no stairs-only sections
Daily printed copies of Daily Graphic at breakfast; no digital newsstand or press reader
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 16:00 for GHS 150 surcharge (subject to availability)
Free of charge at front desk before check-in and after check-out
Two ground-floor accessible rooms; main entrance and restaurant have ramps; no grab bars in standard bathrooms; lift buttons at wheelchair height
On-site open car park free for guests; no valet; no EV charging; nearest public car park is Tema Central Market lot (GHS 30 per night, no security)
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None (Tema does not currently levy a municipal hotel tax)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; at check-in a GHS 200 incidentals hold on card or cash deposit
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Place of worship: The Word Annointed Church (159 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Presbyterian Church of Ghana (848 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: LifeWay Community Baptist Church (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Church: The Synagogue, Church of All Nations, Accra (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
American House — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
Despite Automobile Museum — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Ecobank — 633 m · ~8 min walk
Zizi's Pharmacy — 272 m · ~3 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Ghanaian Cedi, GHS
Use forex bureaux in Tema main market or Community 1 for fair rates; avoid airport and hotel exchangers who give poor rates.
Cards accepted in big supermarkets and hotels, but most taxis, market stalls, and small shops take cash only. Contactless is rare.
Restaurants: 5–10% if no service charge. Taxis: round up fare to nearest 1–2 GHS for short trips; hotel staff: 5–10 GHS for bellboys or cleaners.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee or Nescafe sold at street kiosks and bakeries – around 5–8 GHS for a small sachet or cup.
Fufu with light soup or jollof rice from a chop bar – roughly 15–25 GHS.
Grilled tilapia with banku or fried yam – typically 30–50 GHS for a main.
Tema Main Market and areas around Community 1 junction have cheap chops: waakye, kenkey, kebab, and fried fish.
Maxima and Melcom are common budget supermarkets; smaller minimarts line the main roads.
Tema Main Market and Community 1’s textile market for secondhand (aboboyaa) and wax prints. Affordable high-street: Maxima's clothing section.
Tro-tro (shared minibus) costs 3–7 GHS per short route; from Kotoka Airport take tro-tro or shared taxi to Tema (~15–25 GHS). Day pass: no single pass – use tro-tro for each trip.
Eat at chop bars instead of sit-down restaurants. Buy groceries from open markets (Tema Main Market) rather than supermarkets. Negotiate tro-tro fares before boarding.
Emergency Contacts
TemaFrom a landline in Tema, dial 191 for police, 193 for ambulance, 192 for fire. Mobile users can also try 112, which routes to the national emergency centre. For non-urgent police matters, call the Tema Regional Police Command on +233 303 202 444.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tema, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at White Stone Lodge
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Ecobank — 633 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Zizi's Pharmacy — 272 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Accra (STC terminal near Circle) → Tema Main Station
💡 Cheapest option, but the bus drops you at Tema Station—you'll then need a local taxi (about 15 GHS) to White Stone Lodge. Best for day trips.
Accra or Airport → White Stone Lodge, Tema
💡 Reliable for door-to-door service. Use Uber in Accra, but switch to Bolt once you cross into Tema—drivers there are cheaper. Make sure your driver knows the White Stone Lodge (near Community 2, off the motorway).
Kotoka International Airport (ACC) → White Stone Lodge, Tema
💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in; a typical drop to White Stone Lodge should be 120–150 GHS. Use a yellow-and-black cab from the official airport taxi rank for safety.
Accra (Circle or 37) → Tema (Community 2 stop)
💡 Tro-tros are cramped but authentic. Tell the mate you want 'Tema Community 2'—White Stone Lodge is a 10-minute walk from that stop. Avoid rush hours (7–9am, 4–6pm) when it's packed.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at White Stone Lodge?
Request a room on the lower floors (1st or 2nd floor), specifically the two ground-floor accessible rooms, for easier access to the main entrance and restaurant, and to minimize the risk of elevator outages.
Which rooms should I avoid at White Stone Lodge?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance or areas with potential street noise, as the hotel is located in the Tema Industrial Area, which may be prone to external noise pollution.
Is White Stone Lodge noisy?
Guests may experience noise from the street, elevator, and service entrance. The hotel's open car park may also generate some noise.
Which rooms have the best views at White Stone Lodge?
There are no specific views to request, as the hotel's address is in a non-descript industrial area in Tema.
What are insider tips for staying at White Stone Lodge?
Consider requesting a room with a ramp access to the main entrance and restaurant for easier navigation, especially if you have mobility issues. Be aware that the nearest public car park, Tema Central Market lot, is a short drive away and costs GHS 30 per night, so plan accordingly to avoid additional fees.
What time is check-in at White Stone Lodge?
Check-in at White Stone Lodge is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does White Stone Lodge have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for up to 4 devices; average speed 15 Mbps; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at White Stone Lodge?
None (Tema does not currently levy a municipal hotel tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near White Stone Lodge?
Fufu with light soup or jollof rice from a chop bar – roughly 15–25 GHS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from White Stone Lodge?
Tro-tro (shared minibus) costs 3–7 GHS per short route; from Kotoka Airport take tro-tro or shared taxi to Tema (~15–25 GHS). Day pass: no single pass – use tro-tro for each trip.
When is the best time to visit Tema?
July and August offer slightly cooler, less oppressive heat than March-April, and lower humidity than the rainy peaks. December is also good for dry weather and festivals in nearby Accra.
Top-Attraktionen in Tema
💡 Best photographed in late afternoon for golden light on the concrete. Not a place to linger at night. Combine this with a walk along the nearby Community 1 market street.
💡 Go early in the morning (before 8am) for a cooler, quieter experience; the park gets busier after 4pm with joggers and kids.
💡 Best visited around 6–8am when the boats come in; bring a face mask if you're sensitive to the fishy smell. No photography restrictions but be respectful of fishermen.
💡 Go at sunrise for the best light and cooler temperature. Bring your own water and a bag to take out your rubbish. Swimming is at your own risk—currents can be strong.
💡 Call ahead (+233 303 203 111) to confirm tour times—usually weekdays only, 9am–3pm. The factory shop sells factory seconds at half price; perfect for souvenir fabric.