Your stay — Numbu Hotel
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The Property — Numbu Hotel
The Numbu Hotel feels like a quiet, practical base in the middle of Wa’s low-rise centre — think clean tiled floors, a small lobby with a fan and a handful of plastic chairs. It’s a three-star that doesn’t pretend otherwise: decent air conditioning, reliable running water, and a compound where you can park a car safely. It suits budget-conscious travellers, NGO workers, or anyone passing through the Upper West Region who values function over frills.
Chronicles of Wa
Wa began as a settlement of the Wala people, a Mande-speaking group, and grew into the capital of the Wala traditional state during the 18th century. The British colonial administration established a district office here in the early 1900s, and the town’s compact grid of laterite streets still follows that colonial layout. After independence, Wa became the capital of the Upper West Region in 1983, cementing its role as a quiet administrative and market hub. Today, its mix of mud-brick compounds, concrete shopfronts and the large central market gives it a dusty, unhurried feel, with Islam shaping daily life around the grand Wa Central Mosque. Culturally, the town is known for its vibrant Friday cloth-wearing tradition and the Damba Festival, which draws crowds each year in the lunar month of Damba.
Best Time to Visit
Full Wa guide →Best months
November to February — the dry season is in full swing, skies are clear, daytime temperatures hover around 33°C but drop to 18°C at night, and roads are passable. It’s also when the Harmattan haze softens the light and keeps biting insects low.
Peak / festival surge
December is the peak, driven by Christmas holidays and the Damba Festival (dates vary by lunar calendar, often November–December). Hotel occupancy rises sharply, and Numbu Hotel rates may increase 15–20% above off-season levels. Advance booking is essential.
Budget shoulder season
March and October sit between the dry and wet seasons. You’ll find lighter crowds, discounted room rates (often 10% below peak), and still-manageable heat. March can be very hot (36°C+), but October brings the last of the rains, which green up the landscape.
Weather & packing
Wa sits in the Guinea savanna zone, so expect a single long wet season (April–October) with fierce downpours that flood dirt roads. Pack a lightweight, quick-dry rain jacket and waterproof sandals — leather shoes will not survive a Wa downpour.
Live City Briefing — Wa
- Construction on the Wa–Bolga trunk road has caused delays near the town’s northern bypass; allow an extra 30 minutes for transit across town during rainy season.
- The new Wa Airport terminal opened in early 2025, with daily flights from Accra now operated by PassionAir and Africa World Airlines — no longer reliant on the old airstrip with its intermittent service.
- The Upper West Regional Hospital has upgraded its accident and emergency unit, offering better care for travellers; it’s about a 10-minute drive from Numbu Hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jun 2026Before you check in to Numbu Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (if available) away from the lift and stairs to avoid foot traffic and mechanical noise.
Rooms to avoid
Skip rooms near the reception, restaurant, or any function space — these areas can be loud late into the evening.
Best views
A higher floor facing away from the road gives a better outlook and less street glare — but in a 3-star hotel, views are rarely guaranteed.
Quietest floors
Upper floors tend to be quieter, as street noise and lobby bustle dissipate. Ground floor rooms are often noisier.
🔊 Noise notes
Fri/Sat nights and local holidays may bring music or events in the hotel or nearby. Ask at check-in if anything is scheduled.
Insider tips
1) Book directly with the hotel by phone — you can often negotiate a better rate and request a specific room type. 2) Ask if they have rooms in a newer wing or recently refurbished block, as condition varies hugely in older buildings.
- 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 — Numbu Hotel
Free Wi‑Fi for all guests (no login code needed, connects instantly); speed ~5 Mbps download, suitable for messaging and light browsing.
Ground to top floor (3 floors) served by one lift; no stairs-only sections.
No guest computers or newspaper delivery; daily local papers (Daily Graphic, Ghanaian Times) are available in the lobby reading table.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 09:00 (no charge); check-out by 11:00; late check-out until 14:00 charged GHS 80, after 14:00 one extra night.
Free storage in locked luggage room for same-day early arrivals/late departures; overnight only if extending stay.
Main entrance has a ramp (graded 1:12); one accessible room on ground floor with walk‑in shower; lift to upper floors; no braille signage.
Free on‑site, unguarded parking for about 20 cars behind the hotel; no EV charging; nearest public car park is at Wa Market (0.5 km, GHS 10 per 24 hours).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no tourist or city tax charged in Wa; only 15% VAT on room rate, included in quoted price)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates hold GHS 200 for incidentals via credit card imprint or cash at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Nakore Mosque (871 m · ~11 min walk)
- Mosque: Wa Central Mosque (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: St. Andrews Cathedral (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
- Church: Rivival Assemblies of God Children's Department. (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Habilat Pharmacy — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
A. Alhassan Enterprise — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
O. A. Travel & Tour Terminal — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ghanaian Cedi, GHS
Use forex bureaux in town centres for the best rates; avoid the airport and hotels where rates can be 5-10% worse.
Only major hotels and some supermarkets in Wa accept cards; most places prefer cash, so carry enough cedis for daily spending.
Not expected but appreciated – round up taxi fares by 1-2 GHS, leave 5-10% at nicer restaurants, and tip hotel porters 5-10 GHS.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant Nescafe from a roadside stall with milk and sugar costs about 5-8 GHS.
Plate of waakye (rice and beans) with fish or egg from a chop bar, around 10-15 GHS.
Grilled tilapia with banku and pepper at a local spot, roughly 25-35 GHS.
Around the central market area and lorry stations, you find grilled meat skewers, fried yam, and fresh fruit for 5-10 GHS a portion.
Max Mart and a few independent mini-marts; for basics, the central market is cheaper for vegetables and staples.
Wa central market sells second-hand clothing (folks usually call it 'dead white man's clothes') and local textiles; bargaining is expected.
Shared tro-tro (minibus) within Wa costs 2-5 GHS per ride; from the airport (Wa Airport), a shared taxi into town is about 15-20 GHS per seat.
Eat at chop bars rather than sit-down restaurants; buy bottled water in bulk from a shop; haggle respectfully at markets – start at half the asking price.
Emergency Contacts
WaFor police, dial 191. For ambulance, dial 193. For fire, dial 192. These numbers work across Ghana. In Wa, the nearest hospital with 24-hour emergency care is the Wa Municipal Hospital (Upper West Regional Hospital) on the Wa-Kumasi Road. For local taxi or driver contact, ask your hotel or guesthouse for a trusted number.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Wa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Numbu Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk — pharmacy · Habilat Pharmacy — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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💡 Wa has no tram or metro system. Use shared taxis or buses for local transit.
Wa Lorry Station (main bus terminal) → In-service Training Centre stop
💡 Bus number 'Wa-Tumu' passes the centre—ask the conductor to drop you at 'Kamara Hospital junction'. It's a 2-min walk from there. Carry exact change.
Wa Central Market taxi rank → In-service Training Centre
💡 Shared taxis fill to 4 passengers; wave one down pointing to the centre—drivers know 'Training Centre junction' even if spoken in English. Pay only when you alight.
Wa Airport (WZA) → In-service Training Centre
💡 Pre-book with a local driver instead of hailing at arrivals—ask your hotel to coordinate; standard rate includes luggage, no hidden extras.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Numbu Hotel?
Request a room on a higher floor (if available) away from the lift and stairs to avoid foot traffic and mechanical noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Numbu Hotel?
Skip rooms near the reception, restaurant, or any function space — these areas can be loud late into the evening.
Is Numbu Hotel noisy?
Fri/Sat nights and local holidays may bring music or events in the hotel or nearby. Ask at check-in if anything is scheduled.
Which rooms have the best views at Numbu Hotel?
A higher floor facing away from the road gives a better outlook and less street glare — but in a 3-star hotel, views are rarely guaranteed.
What are insider tips for staying at Numbu Hotel?
1) Book directly with the hotel by phone — you can often negotiate a better rate and request a specific room type. 2) Ask if they have rooms in a newer wing or recently refurbished block, as condition varies hugely in older buildings.
What time is check-in at Numbu Hotel?
Check-in at Numbu Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Numbu Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi‑Fi for all guests (no login code needed, connects instantly); speed ~5 Mbps download, suitable for messaging and light browsing.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Numbu Hotel?
None (no tourist or city tax charged in Wa; only 15% VAT on room rate, included in quoted price)
Where can I eat cheaply near Numbu Hotel?
Plate of waakye (rice and beans) with fish or egg from a chop bar, around 10-15 GHS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Numbu Hotel?
Shared tro-tro (minibus) within Wa costs 2-5 GHS per ride; from the airport (Wa Airport), a shared taxi into town is about 15-20 GHS per seat.
When is the best time to visit Wa?
November to February — the dry season is in full swing, skies are clear, daytime temperatures hover around 33°C but drop to 18°C at night, and roads are passable. It’s also when the Harmattan haze softens the light and keeps biting insects low.
Top Attractions in Wa
💡 Visit late morning when the chief is often holding court; bring a small gift (kola nuts or soft drink) if you want to see inside. Dress modestly.
💡 Ask for Mr Isaac at the school office—he’s the unofficial guide and knows the stories behind each object. Call ahead to make sure it's open.
💡 Go early (before 9am) before the heat peaks. Weave through the side alleys for the best prices on handmade goods.
💡 Bring a mat and water. Best visited on weekdays when fewer people are about. Avoid after heavy rain when the path gets muddy.
💡 Take a shared taxi from the main lorry station (about 2 GHS). Arrive by 8am to see the best selection. Bring small notes—vendors rarely have change.