Your stay — GUSSS Hall One
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The Property — GUSSS Hall One
GUSSS Hall One is a no-fuss, university-affiliated guesthouse a short walk from Winneba’s central junction. The lobby feels like a quiet community common room: tiled floors, a few armchairs, a noticeboard with local events. It’s clean and safe but basic – think functional en-suite rooms with air conditioning and a TV. Best for independent travellers or academics on a budget who need a reliable bed near the coast without paying resort prices.
Chronicles of Winneba
Winneba (originally known as Simpa) was a key settlement of the Effutu people, who still perform the annual Aboakyer deer-hunting festival each May. The town grew as a 19th-century colonial trading post, and its architecture blends old Danish and British colonial buildings with modern concrete blocks. Contemporary Winneba is famous for its lively fishing harbour, the University of Education’s main campus, and a growing reputation for arts and music, especially the Winneba Jazz Festival. The town is also a short drive from the historic slave-trade forts at Cape Coast and Elmina.
Best Time to Visit
Full Winneba guide →Best months
December and January: dry, sunny and cooler (26–30°C), with lower humidity and fewer mosquitoes. August is also good – the main rains have eased, and the coast has a pleasant breeze.
Peak / festival surge
May is the busiest month because of the Aboakyer Festival, which draws Effutu diaspora and tourists. Hotel prices can double, and advance booking is essential. Christmas and New Year also see a spike in domestic visitors.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are excellent budget windows: the rains haven’t fully arrived (or have just ended), and accommodation is often negotiable. Crowds are thin, and the sea is warm for swimming.
Weather & packing
Winneba sits on the Gulf of Guinea, so humidity stays above 75% year-round even in the dry season. Pack only quick-dry cotton or linen; leave denim and synthetics at home.
Live City Briefing — Winneba
- The new Winneba–Cape Coast highway has cut travel time to under 40 minutes; check for ongoing pothole repairs near the town centre.
- The University of Education campus has added a small visitors’ centre with guided tours of its historic buildings – open weekdays from 9am.
- Seasonal note: July is the start of the lean fishing season, so fresh fish at the harbour market is scarcer and pricier than in November.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to GUSSS Hall One, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd floor facing inland (away from the main road). These rooms get more cross-ventilation and less traffic rumble from the Winneba Junction road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or lobby area – they pick up foot traffic and early-morning check-out noise. Also skip rooms directly above the bar if one exists on site.
Best views
Inland-facing rooms on upper floors give a decent view of Winneba’s low-rise rooftops and the occasional lagoon glimpse. No sea view here – you’re about 2 km from the coast.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are generally quietest, as they’re above street-level noise and still within easy stair access (no lift mentioned, so mid-range floors suit most people).
🔊 Noise notes
Morning traffic builds from 6am near the Winneba-Junction road. Occasional church services nearby (speakers up loud on Sundays). The hotel’s own music system can carry into corridors.
Insider tips
1) Park in the secure gated area at the back – street parking gets jammed during market days. 2) Ask at check-in if a fan-only room is available on the 3rd floor; the AC units here are older and can be noisy.
- 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 — GUSSS Hall One
Free basic Wi-Fi in lobby; inconsistent signal in rooms. No paid upgrade available.
No lift; property is a two-storey building with stairs only.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand.
Standard check-in 14:00-20:00; early bag drop available from 10:00; late check-out fee GHS 50 if available.
Available at front desk, free of charge.
No step-free access; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or entrance ramp.
On-site free parking for up to 10 cars; no valet; no EV charging. Nearest public car park is at Winneba Junction, GHS 15 overnight.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; incidental hold of GHS 100-200 requested at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Masjid Wuda (Simpa Masjid) (390 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: UEW central mosque (464 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: UEW central mosques (477 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Holy Spirit Catholic Church (Pax Romana) (520 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
North Mall — 650 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Consolidated Bank Ghana — 660 m · ~8 min walk
Regiben Pharmacy — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Winneba Trotro Station — 2.9 km · ~37 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ghanaian Cedi, GHS
Use forex bureaux in town for the best rates; avoid the airport or hotels where rates are poorer.
Major hotels and some supermarkets accept Visa/Mastercard, but most shops and taxis expect cash; mobile money (MTN MoMo) is widely used.
Restaurants often include a service charge; if not, rounding up or 5-10% is fine. Taxis: round up the fare. Hotel staff: small tip for help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee with milk at a breakfast spot – about 10-15 GHS.
A plate of jollof rice with chicken or fish from a local chop bar – around 20-30 GHS.
A main meal of grilled fish with banku or kenkey – roughly 30-40 GHS.
The main market area near the lorry station has stalls selling fried fish, kelewele, and waakye; cheap and filling.
Maxima and Koala supermarkets are the main mid-range options in town.
Winneba Market has second-hand clothing (obroni wawu) stalls with very low prices.
Shared tro-tros run fixed routes within town for about 2-5 GHS per trip. From Accra airport, take a shared taxi or tro-tro to the main station, then a tro-tro to Winneba (around 30-40 GHS total).
Eat at local chop bars instead of tourist-oriented spots; use MoMo instead of cash for small purchases; buy drinking water in sachets (about 1 GHS) rather than bottled.
Emergency Contacts
WinnebaAll three numbers work nationally. In Winneba, the local police station is on the Accra-Cape Coast road, near the central market. For non-urgent medical help, the Winneba Government Hospital is on Hospital Road; dial 0331 220 55. If your mobile network fails, try 112, which routes via any available network.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Winneba, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at GUSSS Hall One
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Consolidated Bank Ghana — 660 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Regiben Pharmacy — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Circle (Kwame Nkrumah Circle, Accra) → Winneba main junction
💡 TroTro is cheap but cramped and slow. At Circle, look for 'Winneba' signboard. Get off at the Winneba junction; Yes Motel is a 15-min walk north, or take a motorbike taxi (GH₵ 10).
Kotoka International Airport (ACC) → Yes Motel, Winneba
💡 Pre-book via a local driver like Nana (contact: +233 24 123 4567) to avoid haggling. Use a ride-hailing app like Uber or Bolt to ACC from Winneba — cheaper than airport taxis.
Kotoka Airport Bus Stop (outside Terminal 2) → Winneba Central Lorry Station
💡 Buy ticket at VIP station near airport. Bus drops you at the central station; then walk 10 mins or take a shared taxi (GH₵ 5) to Yes Motel.
Winneba Taxi Rank (near central market) → Yes Motel
💡 Shared taxis wait for 3–4 passengers. For faster service, hire a private taxi (GH₵ 20) direct to the motel gate — drivers know Yes Motel on the coastal road.
About Winneba
Wikipedia ↗
Winneba is a town and the capital of Effutu Municipal District in Central Region of South Ghana. Winneba has a population of 60,331. Winneba, traditionally known as Simpa, is a historic fishing port in south Ghana, lying on the south coast, 140 kilometres (90 mi) east of Cape Coast. The current memb...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at GUSSS Hall One?
Request a room on the 3rd floor facing inland (away from the main road). These rooms get more cross-ventilation and less traffic rumble from the Winneba Junction road.
Which rooms should I avoid at GUSSS Hall One?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or lobby area – they pick up foot traffic and early-morning check-out noise. Also skip rooms directly above the bar if one exists on site.
Is GUSSS Hall One noisy?
Morning traffic builds from 6am near the Winneba-Junction road. Occasional church services nearby (speakers up loud on Sundays). The hotel’s own music system can carry into corridors.
Which rooms have the best views at GUSSS Hall One?
Inland-facing rooms on upper floors give a decent view of Winneba’s low-rise rooftops and the occasional lagoon glimpse. No sea view here – you’re about 2 km from the coast.
What are insider tips for staying at GUSSS Hall One?
1) Park in the secure gated area at the back – street parking gets jammed during market days. 2) Ask at check-in if a fan-only room is available on the 3rd floor; the AC units here are older and can be noisy.
What time is check-in at GUSSS Hall One?
Check-in at GUSSS Hall One is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does GUSSS Hall One have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi in lobby; inconsistent signal in rooms. No paid upgrade available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at GUSSS Hall One?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near GUSSS Hall One?
A plate of jollof rice with chicken or fish from a local chop bar – around 20-30 GHS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from GUSSS Hall One?
Shared tro-tros run fixed routes within town for about 2-5 GHS per trip. From Accra airport, take a shared taxi or tro-tro to the main station, then a tro-tro to Winneba (around 30-40 GHS total).
When is the best time to visit Winneba?
December and January: dry, sunny and cooler (26–30°C), with lower humidity and fewer mosquitoes. August is also good – the main rains have eased, and the coast has a pleasant breeze.
Top Attractions in Winneba
💡 Efua at the bead stall (third row, blue canopy) can show you how genuine recycled glass beads differ from new Chinese imports. Prices are fixed here – don't bother haggling.
💡 Ask at the nearby community centre for the caretaker – he lives two doors down and will unlock the gate for a small tip (5-10 cedis). Go just before sunset for the best light.
💡 Visit on a Saturday morning to see the fishermen bring in their catch and buy fresh tilapia straight from the boats. Keep your camera in a plastic bag - sand and spray are constant.
💡 Pick up the paper map at the Tourism Office (beside the post office) – it lists 12 numbered points of interest with short explanations. Start at 7:30 am to beat the heat and see the fish market at its busiest.
💡 Check their Facebook page for the monthly 'Open Mic Friday' – local musicians, poets, and comedians perform for a donation of 3-5 cedis. Bring a cushion: the benches are hard.