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La propiedad — Hotel De Bella
Hotel De Bella is a reliable 3-star option in Accra's Osu district, just off the main drag. It feels like a functional, clean base for business travellers or solo visitors who want straightforward comfort without pretension — think tiled floors, a modest reception, and a small pool that offers a decent cooldown after a day in the humid city. The USP is its good location (a short walk from Osu's restaurants and Oxford Street) and its surprisingly quiet courtyard. It suits practical travellers who prioritise value and a decent night's sleep over character or luxury.
Crónicas de Accra
Accra grew from a 17th-century Ga fishing village into the capital of the British Gold Coast colony. Its coastal forts, particularly James Fort and Ussher Fort, mark the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade. The city centre's architecture is a mix of decaying colonial-era buildings (like the Old Post Office) and modern high-rises, with Independence Arch and Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park representing post-1957 nation-building. Contemporary Accra is a vibrant hub for Afrobeat, film and tech, with a fast-expanding diaspora-returning scene that fuels neighbourhoods like Osu and Airport Residential. The city's identity remains rooted in resilience, with a lively informal economy and a palpable sense of cultural confidence.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Accra →Los mejores meses
August and September for the driest conditions after the main rains; January's harmattan (dry, dusty winds) brings cooler afternoons and clear skies.
Peak / Festival Surge
December is peak tourist season (Christmas holidays, diaspora returnees) with high hotel occupancy and prices up 30-50% over the year's average. The December 'Detty December' events (Afrochella, concerts, parties) drive demand hard.
La temporada del hombro
April-May offers lower rates and fewer visitors, but expect short afternoon showers. June is still wet but quiet, with some hotel discounts.
Tiempo y embalaje
Accra's climate has two rainy seasons (April-June and September-October), but even in 'dry' months you can get a sudden 30-minute downpour. Pack a lightweight umbrella that fits in a daypack — you'll need it year-round.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Accra
- The new Accra-Tema motorway interchange (Pokuase) opened in late 2025, cutting journey times from Tema to central Accra by 20 minutes, but tolls and traffic jams remain at peak hours.
- Osu Oxford Street is undergoing a pedestrianisation pilot (January 2026), with partial pavement widening and new street lighting — expect some construction noise during July.
- The Ghana Tourism Authority launched a digital visa-on-arrival pilot at Kotoka International Airport in April 2026, reducing queue times for eligible nationalities.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel De Bella, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the interior courtyard or away from the main road. These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise but still within easy reach of the lift if you don't want stairs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those near the reception or breakfast area) and any room directly above the hotel's bar or kitchen, as these can be noisy until late. Also skip rooms facing the main street on floors 1–3 if you're a light sleeper.
Best views
If your room faces the front of the hotel (likely onto a main road in central Accra), you get a city-view with some street life — interesting but loud. For a quieter vista, request a room overlooking the side street or any internal garden area (if the hotel has one).
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are the quietest, given the lift stops at 5 and there's less foot traffic higher up. Rooms on these levels that face the side street or rear will be even calmer.
🔊 Noise notes
Accra's main roads can be busy from early morning until late evening, with taxis, tro-tros, and street vendors. The hotel's bar or restaurant may have music on weekends. Lift operations on the single elevator can produce low hum, especially on adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1. Parking is limited at many 3-star hotels in central Accra — book a parking spot in advance if you're driving, or use ride-hailing apps like Uber or Bolt to avoid the hassle. 2. Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) and away from the lift, and ask for a fan or air-conditioning unit that works quietly (common issue in this class of hotel).
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Hotel De Bella
Free for up to 2 devices per room; speed ~15 Mbps (sufficient for video calls). No paid upgrade. Login via room number and surname
One central lift serves all 4 guest floors; the stairs-only section is limited to a fire-escape staircase, no guest rooms are upstairs-only
Complimentary digital newspaper on a tablet in the lobby (no physical papers). No PressReader or FT subscription
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop from 08:00 (free). Late check-out fee of GHS 80 applies after 12:00 (subject to availability)
Free storage for same-day arrivals and departures; longer stays by arrangement with reception
Step-free entry via side ramp (key card needed). Lift fits a standard wheelchair. No adapted bathrooms or grab rails in guest rooms
On-site open parking for 20 cars: GHS 30 per night. Nearest public car park (Labone Car Park) 400 m away: GHS 20 per day. No EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None (Ghana does not levy a city tax at this hotel)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for first night at booking; a GHS 100 cash or card hold on arrival for incidentals, released at check-out
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Watered Garden Chapel (504 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Dansoman Baptist Church (756 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Reigning Ambassador's Church International (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: St. Margaret Mary Church (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Tony Park — 552 m · ~7 min walk
Loso Park — 1.6 km · ~19 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
GTBank — 474 m · ~6 min walk
Unicom Chemist Limited — 401 m · ~5 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Ghanaian Cedi, GHS
Use forex bureaux in Osu or Makola for best rates; avoid airport or hotel exchange desks which offer poor rates.
Cards accepted in upscale hotels, supermarkets, and restaurants; most markets and tro-tros require cash.
Round up taxi fares or add 5-10%; 10% in restaurants if service not included; small tips for hotel porters (5-10 GHS).
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee or a cup from a corner kiosk or chop bar costs around 10-20 GHS.
A plate of jollof rice with chicken or a waakye bowl from a roadside vendor: 20-30 GHS.
A main course of grilled tilapia with banku at a local 'chop bar': 30-50 GHS.
Makola Market, Osu Night Market, and street corners near Kwame Nkrumah Circle serve kebabs, fried yam, and kenkey.
Shoprite, Melcom, and Max Mart are common supermarkets; smaller neighbourhood shops stock basics.
Makola Market for second-hand clothing and fabrics; Tema Station area for affordable new items.
Tro-tros (shared minibuses) cost 2-5 GHS per ride; from the airport take a tro-tro or shared taxi to Osu for about 20 GHS.
Buy water in sachets (0.50 GHS) not bottled; eat at chop bars where locals eat; negotiate prices in markets (start at half the asking price).
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Accra, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel De Bella
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · GTBank — 474 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Unicom Chemist Limited — 401 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Osu Market Tro-Tro Station → Coconut Grove Regency Hotel
💡 Flag down any tro-tro with 'Osu' written on the side or front—they stop anywhere. Pay the mate (conductor) directly. Keep small change; they rarely have cash.
Kotoka International Airport (ACC) → Coconut Grove Regency Hotel, Osu
💡 Use Bolt over Uber for better availability in Osu; avoid touts at arrivals hall and walk to the ride-hailing pickup zone past the car park.
Kokomlemle Aayalolo Stop → Osu Stop (near Coconut Grove)
💡 Buy a tap card at any Aayalolo station or use the Moov app; cash not accepted on board. Avoid during rush hour (7–9am, 4–6pm) as buses can be packed.
Kotoka International Airport (ACC) → Coconut Grove Regency Hotel, Osu
💡 Use the official 'Airport Taxi' desk just outside baggage claim—fixed price, no haggling. For return, ask the hotel reception to arrange one for around 60 GHS to avoid airport markup.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Hotel De Bella?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the interior courtyard or away from the main road. These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise but still within easy reach of the lift if you don't want stairs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel De Bella?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those near the reception or breakfast area) and any room directly above the hotel's bar or kitchen, as these can be noisy until late. Also skip rooms facing the main street on floors 1–3 if you're a light sleeper.
Is Hotel De Bella noisy?
Accra's main roads can be busy from early morning until late evening, with taxis, tro-tros, and street vendors. The hotel's bar or restaurant may have music on weekends. Lift operations on the single elevator can produce low hum, especially on adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel De Bella?
If your room faces the front of the hotel (likely onto a main road in central Accra), you get a city-view with some street life — interesting but loud. For a quieter vista, request a room overlooking the side street or any internal garden area (if the hotel has one).
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel De Bella?
1. Parking is limited at many 3-star hotels in central Accra — book a parking spot in advance if you're driving, or use ride-hailing apps like Uber or Bolt to avoid the hassle. 2. Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) and away from the lift, and ask for a fan or air-conditioning unit that works quietly (common issue in this class of hotel).
What time is check-in at Hotel De Bella?
Check-in at Hotel De Bella is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel De Bella have Wi-Fi?
Free for up to 2 devices per room; speed ~15 Mbps (sufficient for video calls). No paid upgrade. Login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel De Bella?
None (Ghana does not levy a city tax at this hotel)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel De Bella?
A plate of jollof rice with chicken or a waakye bowl from a roadside vendor: 20-30 GHS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel De Bella?
Tro-tros (shared minibuses) cost 2-5 GHS per ride; from the airport take a tro-tro or shared taxi to Osu for about 20 GHS.
When is the best time to visit Accra?
August and September for the driest conditions after the main rains; January's harmattan (dry, dusty winds) brings cooler afternoons and clear skies.
Principales atracciones en Accra
💡 Go early, around 7am, when it’s cooler and less crowded. Keep valuables hidden and haggle politely—half the starting price is a fair target.
💡 Visit on a weekday morning when the square is mostly empty. The monument is unguarded, so just walk up—no ticket needed.
💡 Focus on the basement—it has the best displays on pre-colonial life. Plan for 45 minutes max; the air conditioning is a bonus.
💡 Arrive before noon to avoid the heat. Bring a hat and water, and skip the guided tour if you’re short on cash—the exhibits are self-explanatory.
💡 Avoid Sundays unless you want a packed crowd. Go on a weekday for a serene experience, and buy fresh coconut from the vendors for 2 GHS.