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La propiedad — Coconut house
Coconut House is a practical 3-star guesthouse in Ashaiman, a short drive from Tema’s industrial heart. The lobby is a tiled room with plastic plants and a reception desk that doubles as a mini-shop for phone credit and water. It feels like a no-nonsense base for contractors, NGO staff and budget travellers passing through the Greater Accra region.
Crónicas de Ashaiman
Ashaiman grew rapidly from a 1950s squatter settlement into a sprawling dormitory city for Tema’s port and factory workers. Its architecture is a dense patchwork of cinder-block houses, open markets and improvised street stalls. Culturally, the city is a loud mix of Ga, Ewe and other Ghanaian groups, famous for its Friday night noise and the annual Asafotufiami festival that spills into the alleys. Unlike tourist-focused Accra, Ashaiman feels raw, real and relentlessly alive.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Ashaiman →Los mejores meses
December–February: driest and coolest, with bright skies and tolerable humidity. Harmattan winds keep dust haze but reduce rain and mosquitoes.
Peak / Festival Surge
August sees local festivals and the Independence Day build-up; crowds surge but accommodation stays cheap. Hotels rarely price beyond standard rates because Ashaiman isn’t a tourism destination. The city’s main event is the Asafotufiami harvest festival in August.
La temporada del hombro
March–April and October–November. Rain increases but fewer visitors, and you can negotiate room discounts of up to 20% midweek. Temperatures still hit 32°C but short downpours break the heat.
Tiempo y embalaje
Even in July’s main wet season, expect sudden heavy torrents that flood unpaved roads in 15 minutes. Pack a small waterproof bag for electronics and a pair of sandals that dry fast—dry shoes won’t last a full day.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Ashaiman
- A new flyover at the Tema–Ashaiman junction opened in early 2026, reducing commute times from Accra by up to 30 minutes but expect lane closures during evening peak.
- The Ashaiman central market is undergoing a three-month renovation until August 2026; traders have relocated to temporary stalls along the main road, and pickpocketing risks have increased slightly.
- Several local trotro routes now use cashless payment via the 'Tap&Go' card system, accepted on routes to Tema and Spintex; buy a card at any Tema transport terminal.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Coconut house, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd) facing away from the main street – the north or rear side. This should reduce street noise from Ashaiman’s busy roads and market activity.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or lobby entrance – they pick up foot traffic and front-desk noise. Also skip rooms directly above the hotel’s bar or kitchen (likely at the back or side), as cooking smells and late-night chatter carry up.
Best views
Best view is from upper-floor, street-facing rooms – you’ll see local life, market stalls, and the energy of Ashaiman. But that comes with noise; for a quieter view, the rear side overlooks neighbourhood streets and occasional greenery.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3, away from the street side, are the quietest. The lift only serves floor 1–3, so floor 3 is furthest from ground-floor noise but still accessible by stairs.
🔊 Noise notes
Ashaiman is a busy, bustling town – street noise from hawkers, tro-tros, and market sellers is constant. The hotel is on a main road, so expect horns and engines, especially early morning and late evening. Rear-facing rooms help, but don’t expect total silence anywhere.
Insider tips
Ask for a room with a working fan if the aircon is weak – common in 3-star hotels here. Also, request a room away from the lift shaft if you’re a light sleeper; the lift can be rattly.
- 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 — Coconut house
Free WiFi for all guests; typical speed 5–10 Mbps; no login required (network: CoconutGuest)
No lift; all rooms on ground floor only (single-storey property)
No newspapers or digital newsstand; no notable heritage features
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 if room ready; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged GHS 50 per hour
Free storage at front desk during stay and for up to 2 hours after check-out
Step-free access to main entrance and all rooms (ground floor); no wheelchair-accessible bathroom or grab rails
On-site free parking for up to 10 cars; no valet; nearest public car park is Ashaiman Market Car Park (GHS 20 per night); no EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no incidental hold (cash deposit of GHS 100 upon check-in)
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: God's Way International Church (355 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Action Chapel (387 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Church of Pentecost (415 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Presbyterian Church of Ghana (Redemption) (575 m · ~7 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Community 9 park — 262 m · ~3 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
SG-SSB — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Top Pill Pharmacy — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
Aflao Bus Station — 832 m · ~10 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Ghanaian Cedi, GHS
Use forex bureaus in Ashaiman town centre or in Accra for the best rates; avoid airport and hotel exchanges entirely as they offer poor rates and high fees.
Cards are accepted in larger supermarkets and some restaurants, but most local shops, taxis and market stalls are cash-only; mobile money (e.g. MTN MoMo) is widely used for peer-to-peer transfers and small payments.
Not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% in restaurants; tip hotel staff 2-5 GHS for small services.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee or Nescafé served at a tea/coffee stand – about 3-5 GHS.
Fufu with light soup or a rice-and-stew plate from a local chop bar – around 15-20 GHS.
Kelewele (fried plantain) with groundnuts or jollof rice with fish – roughly 20-30 GHS for a main.
Main market area and busy junctions (e.g. Ashaiman Main Road) have stalls selling kenkey, fish, waakye, and kebabs – very cheap and filling.
Chain supermarkets like Shoprite (in nearby Tema) or local minimarts in Ashaiman; staples from open markets.
Ashaiman Main Market is the go-to for affordable second-hand (obroni wawu) or new fast fashion; bargain hard.
Trotros (minibuses) cost 2-5 GHS for short hops; from Kotoka Airport take a trotro to Tema station then a shared taxi to Ashaiman – total under 15 GHS.
Eat local street food for meals under 20 GHS; use trotros instead of taxis; buy produce from open markets rather than supermarkets.
Emergency Contacts
AshaimanFor non-emergency police assistance in Ashaiman, dial 030 277 1555. The Tema General Hospital (030 277 3144) handles most emergencies. For road accidents, call 030 277 1556 (Tema Accident Centre). Save these in your phone before you need them.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ashaiman, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Coconut house
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · SG-SSB — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Top Pill Pharmacy — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Ashaiman Main Station → Bamfo Hotel area
💡 Tro-tros are the cheapest local transit but chaotic. Look for ones with 'Ashaiman' signs. From the main station, flag one heading toward the Community 22 direction. Have exact change—drivers don't break large notes. Keep your phone and wallet zipped.
Kotoka International Airport (ACC) → Bamfo Hotel, Ashaiman
💡 Agree on a fixed fare before getting in; expect 200-300 GHS. Use e-hailing apps like Uber or Bolt for a safer ride, though surge pricing can double it during peak hours.
Circle/Accra Central → Ashaiman Terminal
💡 STC buses are reliable but don't serve the airport directly. From ACC, take a taxi to Circle station first (about 20 GHS), then catch the Ashaiman bus. Buses can be crowded; stand at the front queue from Bamfo Hotel to avoid pushing.
Ashaiman Central → Bamfo Hotel
💡 Cheaper than private taxi but slower—drivers wait until the car fills. Hail from the roadside and say 'Bamfo Hotel.' They'll drop you at the main road; the hotel is a short walk. Avoid shared taxis after dark due to safety concerns.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Coconut house?
Request a room on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd) facing away from the main street – the north or rear side. This should reduce street noise from Ashaiman’s busy roads and market activity.
Which rooms should I avoid at Coconut house?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or lobby entrance – they pick up foot traffic and front-desk noise. Also skip rooms directly above the hotel’s bar or kitchen (likely at the back or side), as cooking smells and late-night chatter carry up.
Is Coconut house noisy?
Ashaiman is a busy, bustling town – street noise from hawkers, tro-tros, and market sellers is constant. The hotel is on a main road, so expect horns and engines, especially early morning and late evening. Rear-facing rooms help, but don’t expect total silence anywhere.
Which rooms have the best views at Coconut house?
Best view is from upper-floor, street-facing rooms – you’ll see local life, market stalls, and the energy of Ashaiman. But that comes with noise; for a quieter view, the rear side overlooks neighbourhood streets and occasional greenery.
What are insider tips for staying at Coconut house?
Ask for a room with a working fan if the aircon is weak – common in 3-star hotels here. Also, request a room away from the lift shaft if you’re a light sleeper; the lift can be rattly.
What time is check-in at Coconut house?
Check-in at Coconut house is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Coconut house have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; typical speed 5–10 Mbps; no login required (network: CoconutGuest)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Coconut house?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Coconut house?
Fufu with light soup or a rice-and-stew plate from a local chop bar – around 15-20 GHS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Coconut house?
Trotros (minibuses) cost 2-5 GHS for short hops; from Kotoka Airport take a trotro to Tema station then a shared taxi to Ashaiman – total under 15 GHS.
When is the best time to visit Ashaiman?
December–February: driest and coolest, with bright skies and tolerable humidity. Harmattan winds keep dust haze but reduce rain and mosquitoes.
Principales atracciones en Ashaiman
💡 Go early in the morning (around 7am) to avoid the worst crowds and see the freshest vegetables. Keep your valuables secure and haggle politely.
💡 Ask a shopkeeper to point you to 'the painted lane'—it's easy to miss. Visit in the morning for the best light for photos. No special permission needed.
💡 Ask the caretaker (usually by the gate) if you can look around—they're often friendly. Sunday services start at 9am and are open to all; dress modestly.
💡 There are no public toilets—use facilities before you come. Visit late afternoon when the heat drops and more people gather.
💡 Wear closed shoes—paths can be muddy after rain. Best visited on a weekday when it's even quieter; bring water.