A sua permanência — El Elyon Hotel
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A propriedade — El Elyon Hotel
The El Elyon Hotel is a tidy 3-star option in Accra’s Osu district, offering straightforward comfort without pretence. The lobby feels calm and functional — tiled floors, a small seating area, and staff who greet you promptly. It suits budget-conscious travellers and short-term business visitors who prioritise location over frills. The rooftop terrace, with its partial sea views, is the real USP.
Crónicas de Accra
Accra grew from a cluster of Ga fishing villages and 17th-century European trading forts into Ghana’s bustling capital. Its colonial past remains visible in Jamestown’s crumbling British and Dutch forts, while mid-century modernist buildings like the National Museum reflect post-independence ambition. Today, Accra is a vibrant cultural hub, known for its thriving contemporary art scene, lively street markets, and a music culture that spans highlife to hip-hop. The city balances rapid development with deep traditions, especially in areas like Osu and Kokomlemle.
Melhor época para visitar
Guia completo de Accra →Melhores meses
August, December, January — these months combine the driest weather (low humidity, little rain) with fewer tourists than the peak season. December also brings Christmas festivities and street parties.
Peak / Festival Surge
Peak is July and August, driven by the Homowo festival (late July) and major conferences. Hotel prices jump 20–30% during these months. December is also busy due to the 'Detty December' party season, with high demand and premium rates.
Orçamento da temporada
May, June, and November are the shoulder months. May offers lighter crowds and discounted rooms, though expect occasional afternoon showers. November has pleasant weather and few visitors, making it ideal for cheap bookings.
Tempo e embalagem
Accra’s coastal position means humidity stays above 70% year-round, even in the dry season. Pack a light rain jacket or umbrella for sudden downpours (especially June–October), and always carry breathable cotton or linen clothing.
Livro City Briefing — Accra
- The ongoing expansion of the Tema Motorway (phase 2) means periodic lane closures and delays on the Accra-Tema route; allow extra transit time.
- Kotoka International Airport’s terminal 3 is now fully operational, cutting immigration wait times, but Uber and Bolt surge pricing persists outside peak hours.
- Homowo festival events (late July 2025) will cause road closures in Ga Mashie neighbourhoods; check local listings for street procession timings.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to El Elyon Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 2, facing away from the main street to reduce traffic noise. If possible, go for a room near the lift for convenience but not directly adjacent to it.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street noise, less privacy). Avoid rooms directly above the bar or kitchen if there's a ground-floor bar or restaurant (applies to many 3-star hotels in Accra with common ground-floor amenities).
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (3–4) facing the street may provide a view of the Accra skyline or roadside activity, but balance with potential traffic noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are typically quieter in a 4-storey building, as they are above ground-level activity but below possible roof or terrace noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Accra's main roads can be busy with taxis, tro-tros, and motorbikes. Street-facing rooms may experience traffic noise, especially during daytime and early evening. Ground floor also picks up lobby and possibly bar noise.
Insider tips
1) Check if the hotel offers rooms at the back (quieter side) when booking directly, as 3-star hotels in Accra often have a quieter courtyard side. 2) Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper, as Accra can be lively at night, and soundproofing in 3-star hotels is variable.
- 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
Instalações do hotel — El Elyon Hotel
Free WiFi for all guests, speed moderate (approx 10 Mbps down). No login code needed; connects automatically from room and lobby. No paid premium tier.
One passenger lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital copies of Daily Graphic and Ghanaian Times available in lobby via a tablet. No physical newspapers delivered.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Baggage drop allowed from 09:00 with front desk. Late check-out until 13:00 costs GH₵ 50; after 13:00, half the night’s rate.
Free storage for same-day arrivals and departures; long-term (24+ hours) at GH₵ 20 per bag per day.
Step-free access at main entrance via a ramp. Lift wide enough for standard wheelchairs. Guestrooms on ground and first floor have accessible bathrooms (grab bars, roll-in shower).
Free on-site parking for about 15 cars, first-come first-served. No valet. Nearest public car park is 300 m away on Cantonments Road (GH₵ 30 overnight). No EV charging points.
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: GH₵ 5.00 per person per night (included in rate for most bookings)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates need a 50% deposit 7 days before arrival. At check-in, a refundable hold of GH₵ 200 is placed on the card for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary nas proximidades
- Church: St. Maroun's Church (250 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Church of the wailing banshees (287 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Church of Christ - Osu (290 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: St. James Catholic Church (364 m · ~5 min walk)
Estilo de vida e recreação local
Oxford Street Mall — 259 m · ~3 min walk
Nyaniba Park — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5 minutos de rádio essencial
Standard Chartered ATM — 109 m · ~1 min walk
Unicom Pharmacy — 195 m · ~2 min walk
Premium Pharmacy and Mart — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →Ghanaian Cedi, GHS
Use forex bureaux in Osu or Makola for decent rates; avoid airport and hotel desks, which typically give poor exchange.
Cards work in upscale hotels, supermarkets, and restaurants; most taxis and street vendors expect cash, and contactless is rare.
Restaurants often add 10% service charge; taxi fares are agreed upfront and no tip is expected; hotel porters get 5-10 GHS.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →Nescafé from a roadside kiosk or tea shop, about 5-10 GHS.
Fufu or jollof rice with meat from a chop bar, roughly 20-30 GHS.
Grilled tilapia with banku and pepper, usually 30-50 GHS for a main.
Osu Night Market and Makola area are packed with stalls selling kelewele, waakye, and grilled meat from dusk onwards.
Shoprite, Melcom, and MaxMart are the main budget supermarket chains in Accra.
Makola Market is the place for cheap new and second-hand clothes; Osu's Oxford Street has affordable fast-fashion shops.
Minibus trotros cost 2-10 GHS per ride; from the airport, take a trotro to Circle for about 5 GHS instead of a taxi.
Eat at chop bars rather than tourist-oriented restaurants; negotiate taxi fares before getting in; buy water sachets for 1 GHS instead of bottled water.
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 El Elyon Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Standard Chartered ATM — 109 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Unicom Pharmacy — 195 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Vindo ao redor
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.
Perguntas frequentes
What are the best rooms at El Elyon Hotel?
Request a room on floor 2, facing away from the main street to reduce traffic noise. If possible, go for a room near the lift for convenience but not directly adjacent to it.
Which rooms should I avoid at El Elyon Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street noise, less privacy). Avoid rooms directly above the bar or kitchen if there's a ground-floor bar or restaurant (applies to many 3-star hotels in Accra with common ground-floor amenities).
Is El Elyon Hotel noisy?
Accra's main roads can be busy with taxis, tro-tros, and motorbikes. Street-facing rooms may experience traffic noise, especially during daytime and early evening. Ground floor also picks up lobby and possibly bar noise.
Which rooms have the best views at El Elyon Hotel?
Rooms on the upper floors (3–4) facing the street may provide a view of the Accra skyline or roadside activity, but balance with potential traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at El Elyon Hotel?
1) Check if the hotel offers rooms at the back (quieter side) when booking directly, as 3-star hotels in Accra often have a quieter courtyard side. 2) Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper, as Accra can be lively at night, and soundproofing in 3-star hotels is variable.
What time is check-in at El Elyon Hotel?
Check-in at El Elyon Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does El Elyon Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests, speed moderate (approx 10 Mbps down). No login code needed; connects automatically from room and lobby. No paid premium tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at El Elyon Hotel?
GH₵ 5.00 per person per night (included in rate for most bookings)
Where can I eat cheaply near El Elyon Hotel?
Fufu or jollof rice with meat from a chop bar, roughly 20-30 GHS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from El Elyon Hotel?
Minibus trotros cost 2-10 GHS per ride; from the airport, take a trotro to Circle for about 5 GHS instead of a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Accra?
August, December, January — these months combine the driest weather (low humidity, little rain) with fewer tourists than the peak season. December also brings Christmas festivities and street parties.
Principais atrações em 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.