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Where to Stay in Accra

Best WiFi, coworking spaces, and long-stay neighborhoods

⚠️ Caution💰 Budget: GHS 300/day🚗 Car Needed☀️ Best: Jan, Feb, Aug📶 WiFi: good

Our pick for digital nomads

Stay in East Legon

East Legon is a developing area with reliable internet, coworking spaces, and a growing number of cafes and social spots.

Best Neighborhoods for Digital Nomads

Ranked by relevance for digital nomads visiting Accra

1

East Legon

Mid-range

A dynamic and rapidly developing area with a mix of residential areas, shopping centers, and growing nightlife.

foodiesdigital nomadsnightlifesolo travelers
  • +Good selection of modern restaurants and bars
  • +Developing area with new amenities
  • +Relatively safe and well-maintained
  • -Can be spread out, requiring transport
  • -Traffic can be heavy
🏨 Peduase Valley Resort🏨 Airport City Hotel🏨 Alisa Hotel North Ridge
2

Osu

Mid-range

A bustling hub of restaurants, bars, and boutiques, Osu is the heart of Accra's social scene.

first-timersnightlifefoodiescouples
  • +Vibrant nightlife and dining options
  • +Centrally located and easy to navigate
  • +Good mix of local and international influences
  • -Can be very noisy and crowded
  • -Traffic congestion is common
🏨 Alisa Hotel Osu🏨 Afia Beach Hotel🏨 Labadi Beach Hotel
3

Labone

Luxury

An upscale residential area with a good selection of restaurants and cafes, offering a more tranquil experience.

couplesfamiliesluxuryfoodies
  • +Quieter and more relaxed than Osu
  • +Good dining and cafe options
  • +Close proximity to Osu and other attractions
  • -Limited nightlife within the neighborhood itself
  • -Can be more expensive
🏨 Golden Tulip Accra🏨 La Palm Royal Beach Hotel🏨 Oak Plaza Hotel
4

Airport Residential Area

Luxury

A leafy and affluent district known for its spacious homes, diplomatic missions, and upscale hotels.

business travelersluxuryfamilies
  • +Quiet and secure environment
  • +Close to the airport
  • +Access to high-end restaurants and amenities
  • -Less walkable to tourist attractions
  • -Can feel somewhat sterile and residential
🏨 Golden Sun Hotel🏨 Fiesta Residences🏨 Movenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra

WiFi & Remote Work in Accra

Quality

good

Avg Speed

15-25 Mbps (in cafes/hotels)

Free WiFi

Hotels, many restaurants and cafes, shopping malls.

Coworking

Impact Hub Accra (approx. GHS 50-100/day pass), iSpace (approx. GHS 40-80/day pass).

Daily Budget (Budget)

GHS 300/day

Urban Garden Hostel dorm bedGHS 80
Street food fufu and soup from a local chop barGHS 40
Trotro rides around the cityGHS 50
Visit Independence Square and Kwame Nkrumah MausoleumGHS 30
Explore Makola MarketGHS 20
Ghanaian snacks and a bottle of waterGHS 30
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Hidden Gems in Accra

Lesser-known spots the locals love

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Jamestown Cafe

More than just a cafe, this spot is a cultural hub in the historic Jamestown area, serving delicious local dishes and coffee. It's a great place to soak in the local atmosphere and chat with residents.

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James Town Fishing Harbour

FREE

Witness the daily hustle and bustle of local fishermen bringing in their catch. The vibrant colors of the canoes and the lively atmosphere offer an authentic glimpse into traditional Ghanaian life.

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