Your stay — Crown Plaza
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The Property — Crown Plaza
The Crown Plaza in Tema feels like a rest stop for business travellers crossing the Atlantic or the Accra-Tema motorway. Its lobby is clean, air-conditioned and functional, with a small reception desk and a seating area that rarely lingers — nothing flashy, but dependable. The USP is location: right off the motorway, five minutes from the port and a 20-minute drive to Kotoka International Airport. This suits anyone on a short layover or Tema work trip who needs a quiet room, free Wi-Fi and a cold beer without fuss.
Chronicles of Tema
Tema was built from scratch in the 1950s as Ghana’s industrial port city, designed by the British architect Maxwell Fry and opened in 1961 by Kwame Nkrumah. Its grid layout and low-rise modern blocks contrast sharply with Accra’s organic sprawl, and the deepwater harbour remains West Africa’s busiest. Today Tema is a working city of container ships, oil refineries and market traders — more functional than touristy, with a Cosmopolitan edge fed by the International Seaport and the nearby Tema Free Zone. Culturally, it’s the cargo gate to Ghana, where Fante, Ga and Ewe languages mingle with English and occasional French from arriving crews.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tema guide →Best months
December to February: dry, bright and relatively cool (24–30°C), with Harmattan haze softening the light. These are the peak holiday weeks for Ghanaians returning from overseas, so crowds are high but atmosphere is electric.
Peak / festival surge
July–August is the main peak: the fishing festival Homowo (late July) and the general summer surge of diaspora visitors. Hotel prices at the Crown Plaza can jump 30–50% above the December low, and advance booking is essential. The city swells with families and business events tied to the port’s August closure for maintenance.
Budget shoulder season
March–May offers the best budget window: rains are just starting, temperatures are 26–32°C, and crowds thin out dramatically. Hotel rates drop 20–30% from peak, and you’ll have quieter road travel. The first heavy downpours are usually April.
Weather & packing
Tema’s coastal position gives it a double-peak rainy season — major rains in June and October, with a break in August. Pack one waterproof jacket or poncho that doubles as wind protection; even on dry days, the sea breeze can feel chilly after sundown.
Live City Briefing — Tema
- The Tema-Accra motorway has ongoing lane restrictions at the Tema intersection due to construction of a new interchange (expected completion late 2026). Allow an extra 15–20 minutes for port trips.
- Fisheries based near the port report a seasonal ban on certain net sizes from June to August; local fish prices may rise, but smoked tilapia street stalls remain open.
- The new Tema General Hospital opened a 24-hour emergency wing in March 2026, improving medical access within 10 minutes of the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Crown Plaza, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 4 facing the rear of the building, away from the main road. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but low enough for quick lift access, and the rear orientation overlooks the quieter residential area rather than the Tema highway.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noise from lobby, restaurant, and street) and any room facing the main road, especially those above the entrance where traffic from the Tema-Mpakadan highway can be loud. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift motor and guest traffic are audible.
Best views
The best view is from rear-facing rooms on floors 3–4, looking over the neighbourhood rooftops towards the Tema Industrial Area skyline. Front-facing rooms see the busy dual carriageway and commercial strip, which is less pleasant.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 through 4 are the quietest, as they’re above street level but below the potential roof noise (if any terrace or bar exists). Floor 1 may still pick up lobby sounds.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the Tema-Accra highway is constant, especially during morning and evening rush hours. The lift is a single car, so clanking and door sounds travel to adjacent rooms. Occasional noise from the ground-floor bar until midnight on weekends.
Insider tips
1) Request a room on the south side (rear) at booking; the front is a major road and can be loud. 2) Parking is limited to a small lot by the entrance — arrive before 5pm if driving, or use the hotel’s valet service.
- 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 Facilities — Crown Plaza
Free standard Wi-Fi (4 Mbps download) for all guests, no login required; no premium tier.
One passenger lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary digital newsstand or physical papers provided.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 (no charge); late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of the room rate.
Complimentary for same-day use; overnight storage not available.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lifts serve all floors; no wheelchair-accessible bathroom in standard rooms.
On-site free parking for guests (uncovered, 30 spaces); no valet or EV charging. Nearest public car park is Tema Multipurpose Car Park (GHS 15 per night, 5 minutes walk).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require a GHS 200 incidentals hold at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Sakumono Estates SDA Church (144 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Faith Evangical Church (940 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Immanuel Society (988 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Inland Missionary Church (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Community 18 Park — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Standard Chartered ATM — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Lemon — 644 m · ~8 min walk
Edem's Mini Mart — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ghanaian Cedi, GHS
Change money at forex bureaux in Tema (e.g., near Community 1 market) for better rates than airports or hotels.
Cards work in supermarkets and chain hotels but cash is king for taxis, market stalls, and most small shops.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service not included. Taxis: round up fare or add 1-2 GHS. Hotel staff: 5-10 GHS for help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant Nescafé from a street kiosk or local café, around 5-8 GHS.
Fufu and light soup or jollof rice with fish at a chop bar, about 15-25 GHS.
Banku with tilapia or grilled chicken with fried yam, one main for 20-35 GHS.
Along the main roads in Communities 1, 2, and 6, especially around the Tema Market and the station area.
Shoprite (in Tema Community 1) and Melcom are the main budget supermarkets.
Tema Market (near the lorry station) for second-hand and new clothes; also the community 7 market.
Trotro (shared minibus) for 2-5 GHS per ride; from Kotoka Airport take a shared taxi to Tema for about 30-40 GHS per person.
Eat at chop bars and street stalls rather than sit-down restaurants. Use trotros and shared taxis instead of private ones. Buy water in sachets (0.5 GHS each) not bottled.
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 Crown Plaza
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Standard Chartered ATM — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk — pharmacy · Lemon — 644 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Crown Plaza?
Request a room on floors 3 to 4 facing the rear of the building, away from the main road. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but low enough for quick lift access, and the rear orientation overlooks the quieter residential area rather than the Tema highway.
Which rooms should I avoid at Crown Plaza?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noise from lobby, restaurant, and street) and any room facing the main road, especially those above the entrance where traffic from the Tema-Mpakadan highway can be loud. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift motor and guest traffic are audible.
Is Crown Plaza noisy?
Street noise from the Tema-Accra highway is constant, especially during morning and evening rush hours. The lift is a single car, so clanking and door sounds travel to adjacent rooms. Occasional noise from the ground-floor bar until midnight on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Crown Plaza?
The best view is from rear-facing rooms on floors 3–4, looking over the neighbourhood rooftops towards the Tema Industrial Area skyline. Front-facing rooms see the busy dual carriageway and commercial strip, which is less pleasant.
What are insider tips for staying at Crown Plaza?
1) Request a room on the south side (rear) at booking; the front is a major road and can be loud. 2) Parking is limited to a small lot by the entrance — arrive before 5pm if driving, or use the hotel’s valet service.
What time is check-in at Crown Plaza?
Check-in at Crown Plaza is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Crown Plaza have Wi-Fi?
Free standard Wi-Fi (4 Mbps download) for all guests, no login required; no premium tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Crown Plaza?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Crown Plaza?
Fufu and light soup or jollof rice with fish at a chop bar, about 15-25 GHS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Crown Plaza?
Trotro (shared minibus) for 2-5 GHS per ride; from Kotoka Airport take a shared taxi to Tema for about 30-40 GHS per person.
When is the best time to visit Tema?
December to February: dry, bright and relatively cool (24–30°C), with Harmattan haze softening the light. These are the peak holiday weeks for Ghanaians returning from overseas, so crowds are high but atmosphere is electric.
Top Attractions 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.