Your stay — Paradise Hostel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Paradise Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd) for a quieter experience, as these floors are likely to be farther from the street and any potential noise from the service entrance or lift. The 3-star rating suggests a decent level of soundproofing, but being higher up will still give you a more peaceful stay.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift or service entrance, as these areas may experience more noise from guests and staff. Given the location in Winneba, rooms facing the main road may also be noisier due to traffic.
Best views
Unfortunately, the address in Winneba doesn't offer a particularly scenic view, but you may be able to catch a glimpse of the surrounding town if you're on a higher floor.
Quietest floors
2nd-3rd floors
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for potential street noise from the main road, and some noise from the service entrance or lift. However, the hotel's 3-star rating suggests a decent level of soundproofing, so the noise should be manageable.
Insider tips
Request a room with a window on the side of the hotel to get some natural light and a bit of fresh air. Also, consider arriving early for check-in to avoid any potential delays, as the hotel may not have a 24-hour front desk.
- 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 — Paradise Hostel
free, 5 Mbps; login via room key card; 2 devices per room
serves all floors; historic section on 3rd floor has stairs-only access
complimentary PressReader access; no physical papers available
24/7 check-in; early bag-drop available from 07:00; late check-out until 14:00, GHS 50 fee
available at no extra cost, limited to 24 hours
step-free access; wheelchair accessible rooms available upon request; no elevator on 3rd floor
on-site parking available for GHS 10 per night; nearest public car park 1 km away (GHS 5 per day); no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: GHS 5 per person, per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: GHS 100 advance deposit + GHS 200 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: NUGS-G PRESBY CHURCH (261 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Redemption Hour Ministries (403 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Wuda (Simpa Masjid) (469 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Holy Spirit Catholic Church (Pax Romana) (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
North Mall — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Republic Bank — 545 m · ~7 min walk
Regiben Pharmacy — 335 m · ~4 min walk
Winneba Trotro Station — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ghanaian Cedi, GHS
Travellers can exchange currency at the airport, banks, or currency exchange offices in the city centre; avoid exchanging at airports or tourist areas for poor exchange rates. Some hotels may also exchange currency, but rates tend to be unfavourable.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in major hotels and restaurants, but cash is still preferred for smaller vendors and markets; contactless payments are not common.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service; GHS 5-10 for restaurant staff and GHS 5-10 for taxi drivers is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee can cost around GHS 5-10, and can be found at local cafes or street vendors.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a fufu with light soup or a banku with pepper sauce, which can cost around GHS 10-15.
A affordable dinner option is a plate of jollof rice or fried rice with chicken or fish, which can cost around GHS 20-25.
Street food is common in the markets and food stalls near the bus stations, with popular options including roasted plantains, grilled corn, and fried yams.
Local supermarkets like Shoprite and Oxfam operate in Winneba, offering a range of affordable groceries.
Market stalls along the main road sell affordable clothing, including second-hand and new items.
The cheapest way to get around is by trotro (minibus) or shared taxi, which costs around GHS 1-2; a day pass for trotro is available for GHS 10.
Use the local currency to avoid poor exchange rates at airports or tourist areasAvoid eating at tourist restaurants and opt for local eateries insteadUse a local SIM card or portable Wi-Fi hotspot to stay connected
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 Paradise Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Republic Bank — 545 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Regiben Pharmacy — 335 m · ~4 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 Paradise Hostel?
Ask for a room on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd) for a quieter experience, as these floors are likely to be farther from the street and any potential noise from the service entrance or lift. The 3-star rating suggests a decent level of soundproofing, but being higher up will still give you a more peaceful stay.
Which rooms should I avoid at Paradise Hostel?
Avoid rooms near the lift or service entrance, as these areas may experience more noise from guests and staff. Given the location in Winneba, rooms facing the main road may also be noisier due to traffic.
Is Paradise Hostel noisy?
Be prepared for potential street noise from the main road, and some noise from the service entrance or lift. However, the hotel's 3-star rating suggests a decent level of soundproofing, so the noise should be manageable.
Which rooms have the best views at Paradise Hostel?
Unfortunately, the address in Winneba doesn't offer a particularly scenic view, but you may be able to catch a glimpse of the surrounding town if you're on a higher floor.
What are insider tips for staying at Paradise Hostel?
Request a room with a window on the side of the hotel to get some natural light and a bit of fresh air. Also, consider arriving early for check-in to avoid any potential delays, as the hotel may not have a 24-hour front desk.
What time is check-in at Paradise Hostel?
Check-in at Paradise Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Paradise Hostel have Wi-Fi?
free, 5 Mbps; login via room key card; 2 devices per room
Is there a city or tourist tax at Paradise Hostel?
GHS 5 per person, per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Paradise Hostel?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a fufu with light soup or a banku with pepper sauce, which can cost around GHS 10-15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Paradise Hostel?
The cheapest way to get around is by trotro (minibus) or shared taxi, which costs around GHS 1-2; a day pass for trotro is available for GHS 10.
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.