Il tuo soggiorno — Shield hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Shield hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Rooms on higher floors (4th and above) are recommended, as they tend to be farther away from the street noise. Additionally, rooms on the east side of the hotel may receive morning sunlight and offer a better view of the city.
Rooms to avoid
Room 101 and rooms on the first floor may be noisy due to the proximity to the lift and potential service entrance noise. Rooms near the service entrance may also be affected by staff activity.
Best views
As the hotel is located in Accra, rooms on the higher floors (4th and above) on the west side may offer a view of the city skyline.
Quietest floors
The 2nd to 3rd floors are likely to be quieter, as they are above the ground floor and away from the lift.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel's location in Accra means that rooms may be susceptible to street noise from nearby traffic. Additionally, the lift and service entrance may generate noise, particularly on the ground floor.
Insider tips
Arrive early for check-in to secure a room with a better view, as rooms are allocated based on availability. Request a room with a concrete floor, as the hotel's 3-star rating suggests it may be more likely to have better sound insulation on these floors.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Shield hotel
free on all tiers, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all devices
24/7 check-in, 24/7 bag-drop, late check-out until 14:00, GH₵100 fee thereafter
available for guests departing after check-out time, GH₵20 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries, accessible rooms available upon request
on-site parking available, GH₵20 per night; nearest public car park is at the nearby Accra Mall (GH₵15 per day); no EV charging available
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: GH₵5 per night per person, mandatory city/tourist tax
Deposit & card hold: GH₵200 advance deposit + GH₵100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Presbyterian Church Adabraka (123 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (258 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Holy Spirit Cathedral (433 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Adebraka Centra Mosque (672 m · ~8 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Makola Shopping Mall — 2.6 km · ~33 min walk
Ministry of Information Park — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
National Museum — 688 m · ~9 min walk
National Theatre — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Absa — 765 m · ~10 min walk
Ernbrid Pharmacy — 692 m · ~9 min walk
Bonjour — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Accra, Circle — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Ghanaian Cedi, GHS
You can exchange currency at local banks or use ATMs for a fair rate. Avoid exchanging at the airport or with unofficial money changers for poor rates.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Accra, especially in tourist areas. Contactless payments are becoming more common, but cash is still king in many local markets.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service, especially in restaurants (5-10 GHS for a meal). For taxi drivers, rounding up the fare is sufficient.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →You can get a cup of coffee for around 5-10 GHS at a local café or market stall.
A plate of food from a local food stall or street vendor costs around 10-20 GHS.
A filling dinner at a local restaurant can be had for around 20-30 GHS for a main course.
The Makola Market and the Kwame Nkrumah Circle are popular areas for street food.
Shoprite and Maxmart are common supermarket chains in the Accra area.
Local markets like the Makola Market and Kantamanto Market offer affordable clothing options.
You can buy a day pass for the Accra Metro Bus system for around 1.50 GHS. From the airport, take the yellow cabs which cost around 20-30 GHS to the city centre.
Use local transport, eat at local markets or food stalls, and avoid exchanging money at the airport or with unofficial money changers to save money.
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 Shield hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Absa — 765 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Ernbrid Pharmacy — 692 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Shield hotel?
Rooms on higher floors (4th and above) are recommended, as they tend to be farther away from the street noise. Additionally, rooms on the east side of the hotel may receive morning sunlight and offer a better view of the city.
Which rooms should I avoid at Shield hotel?
Room 101 and rooms on the first floor may be noisy due to the proximity to the lift and potential service entrance noise. Rooms near the service entrance may also be affected by staff activity.
Is Shield hotel noisy?
The hotel's location in Accra means that rooms may be susceptible to street noise from nearby traffic. Additionally, the lift and service entrance may generate noise, particularly on the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Shield hotel?
As the hotel is located in Accra, rooms on the higher floors (4th and above) on the west side may offer a view of the city skyline.
What are insider tips for staying at Shield hotel?
Arrive early for check-in to secure a room with a better view, as rooms are allocated based on availability. Request a room with a concrete floor, as the hotel's 3-star rating suggests it may be more likely to have better sound insulation on these floors.
What time is check-in at Shield hotel?
Check-in at Shield hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Shield hotel have Wi-Fi?
free on all tiers, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Shield hotel?
GH₵5 per night per person, mandatory city/tourist tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Shield hotel?
A plate of food from a local food stall or street vendor costs around 10-20 GHS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Shield hotel?
You can buy a day pass for the Accra Metro Bus system for around 1.50 GHS. From the airport, take the yellow cabs which cost around 20-30 GHS to the city centre.
Principali attrazioni a 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.