Holiday Inn Accra Airport, an IHG Hotel

What was good

I stayed there die it’s close proximity to the airport. Moreover, shuttle service to the hotel is offered for free.

What was bad

The room had an odd smell. It smelled like a pool house. After the cleaning service the next day the smell was even worse - too much chemical cleaners were used. I already had a cough but the smell triggered the coughing even more. It was extremely cold in the room (as well as in the whole hotel). I guess between 16-18C. Not only is that bad for people’s health but also a waste of resources. Since I was feeling already unwell (due to the cold I had) I tried to get a better from temperature, around 22C. However, this didn’t work. I called the reception they said they would send somebody. After 2 hours I went down to the reception and asked. People at the reception are doing their job, but not trying to do a good job. They are not friendly or attentive. Actually, they were the first more or less unfriendly Ghanaians I have met in over 2 month here! Finally, ahandymsn came to check the AC. He told me that it can only cool down and no matter which temperature you chooses (even 26C) it will not heat the room. Since it’s apparently not working the way it should And it only blows cool air into the room. In the end I was forced to open the window to get some warm air in. I was cold during my two night stay and my coughing got worse! The mattress was too dirty for me and I didn’t sleep well. The view (I was overlooking the pool) wasn’t too good since nearly all the buildings you see are in construction. It’s not permitted to open the window. I had to open it anyhow due to the smell and the cold. The toilet tank had an issue too. Water kept running all the time. There was only one towel in the bathroom. I think $ 180/night is a rip off for this old hotel. It’s good days have passed a long time ago. It lacks atmosphere and comfort and I wouldn’t stay there again (not even for free).