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Royal Richester

3.0 star property
Hotel with spa, near University of Ghana

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In the heart of Legon, Royal Richester offers a luxurious escape with continental breakfast, poolside bar and an on-site spa. Treat yourself to a facial or massage at Bloom Spa, enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant and relax by the outdoor pool. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Living room
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

House

Highlights

Balcony
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
  • City view
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Penthouse

Highlights

Balcony
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
  • City view
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Building design

The Golden Apple Guest House

  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 78 reviews
The price is CA $39
CA $48 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
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About the area

Map
RICHESTER LANE, EAST LEGON, 5, Accra, ACC

What's nearby

  • University of Ghana - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Accra Mall - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Madina Market - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Lancaster University Ghana - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Achimota Mall - 14 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Kotoka Intl. Airport (ACC) - 12 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiyaba: Eatery, Bar, Grill, Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Fiesta Hacienda - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪phillipos tilapia joint - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪De'lish Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Royal Richester

Royal Richester is just 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle (available on request). You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with Thai massages, facials, or mani/pedis. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a fitness center are other features.

At a glance

DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Express check-in/out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE

Children

    • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
    • No cribs (infant beds)
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle (available on request)*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

Working away

  • Business center
  • Conference center

Services

  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Free bottled water

More

  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Bloom Spa. Services include Thai massages, facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
  • Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Richester Hotel
Royal Richester
Royal Richester Accra
Royal Richester Hotel
Royal Richester Hotel Accra
Royal Richester Hotel
Royal Richester Accra
Royal Richester Hotel Accra

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Royal Richester?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Royal Richester?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Royal Richester?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Golden Dragon Casino (12-min drive) and Golden Dragon Casino (19-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Royal Richester and nearby?

Royal Richester has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Royal Richester?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers poolside dining.

Does Royal Richester have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Royal Richester like?

Royal Richester is located a short 1-minute walk from University of Ghana.

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Reviews

6.4

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10

8/10

The hotel was perfect for my business trip.

6/10

Royal Rochester staff are what made our stay worth while. The front desk staff are simply amazing. Esther, Mavis, Happy, Brenda and Kofi did an excellent job in meeting our needs and getting prompt service when the air con broke twice and the freezer started smoking the night before we left. The restaurant staff were nice too. The only thing is don't expect food ordered to come out in under 45 mins which is a long time compared to American standard. The food is also quite pricy and there is no wow factor about it. Some times it tasted like stale oil was used. On the bright side, the room had a cooker with an oven so cooking our own meals proved to be tastier and more economical. The hotels a whole looks tired. The photos online are super deceiving. The sheets though clean were worn bare. The towels were a different shade of white. The kind that tells you that other guests have wiped more than their bodies with it. I was not bothered because I carried my own towels for our 2 woks stay. For $200 a night, you would at least expect a fluffy pillow and soft sheets. On the plus side, house keeping was amazing. They cleaned the room every day and changed sheets and towels. Last but not least, I cannot write this review without mentioning Prince from the cleaning staff. He made our stay amazing and with his kindness and warm smiles. He is the true display of the Ghanaian warmth.

8/10

Initial view of hotel at night was quite beautiful with a lighted footbridge over a pool all lighted up. The check in was smooth & we got the staff to bring up our four heavy suitcases up the stairs to the first floor as there were no lifts. Wii Fi codes were supplied but they work better at the ground floor reception area. Breakfast buffet is reasonable but could offer more range. Overall the staff were helpful, but I believe the rates could have been a bit more comparative as one can get in UK. I must say my 18 year daughter enjoyed staying there tremendously as it was her first time in Ghana since a baby & she was impressed by the whole setting.

6/10

My first trip to Accra. I booked this hotel per my friend's recommendation. It locates in a quiet neighborhood, not much around and no traffics neither, which is nice. I got a deluxe suite which come with a kitchen. The condition of the room was so so. There were exposed wires and peeled-off paint. The shower pressure was low and the hot water was unreliable. The front desk staff were not very friendly. I travel extensively and generally reset my expectation when I am in countries like Ghana. But the for price I paid, I expected a bit more than what I got.

10/10

My planned one-night transit stay in the Royal Richester was extended to four nights as I broke my foot right upon arrival in Accra. The hotel management and staff were extremely accommodating, friendly and helpful in this special situation, way beyond the call of duty. I was very positively impressed. Cleanliness, quality and speed of service in the hotel are very good, and the rooms are not luxurious, but perfectly adequate.Would use this hotel again any time as well as recommend it to others. Note that the hotel does not have an elevator, which might be problematic for some.

6/10

Was expecting a better room. Windows don't lock and are flimsy so safety is an issue. The breakfast is just ok

10/10

Have stayed in RR Severally its always being a home away from home. The services are excellent as rendered by competent and humility filled staff. Keep it up.

2/10

4/10

Although I booked a room, when I went there there was no room available. They tried to get me an appartmenet but in this appartment there were already people so I had to share it with others. I did not agree. Then they put me in another hotel which they claim is their dauther hotel. This hotel was horrible. No hot water. No soap. Room was OK but the location is bad. Breakfast is very basic.

10/10

I've been Ll over the world in the past two years and this hotel is the hands down best one I have stayed in. The staff is amazing. The food is delicious. While eating breakfast I was talking to a man who after 10 minutes of conversation I learned was the owner, who is very approachable and involved with the day to day operations. If you plan on visiting Accra this is the place to stay! A+

4/10

I would recommend it because of the three hotels I stayed in Ghana it was the only one with a working hot shower and I did not stay in cheap hotels. The A?C was broken in the first room so they upgraded me for free. The lobby, restaurant and pool area is very nice. The bed was horrible and the rooster next door crowed every 4 seconds all night long.

6/10

The hotel was very noisy and then I'm not referring to the fact that it is close to the airport runway so that all planes landing fly right over the roof tops - that just makes it the perfect place for plane spotting. What I'm referring to is the constant extremely loud music played at the pool bar. It lasted until after midnight and started again around 6 am, every single day - even when there was no one in the bar or by the pool. It was so loud that it even busted the speakers, but it was still left on. This made it impossible to sleep before midnight and work there during the day, let alone have a conversation. Several guests complained or went to the stereo and turned down the volume themselves. However, the guys responsible for the music immediately turned it up again. One night there was a terrible storm, the wind blew half the furniture into the pool and the rain was pooring down. In other words, no one could be out there. What did the 'music man' do? He covered the loud speakers and stereo and took off, leaving the incredibly loud music on! This is a shame really, since this has the potential to be a very nice place. The staff is very friendly and the food is good (although one chef is too fond of salt and spices and another doesn't use any of it).

2/10

Royal Richester Hotel is very expensive compared to the standard. If cleanliness and comfort is importance to you, stay clear of this hotel. My "suite" was very small, no outside windows, dirty and basic items (Wall sockets, lamps etc) were broken. There is no internet in the rooms, only occasionally available internet in the lobby. Power failures were very frequent. Staff was friendly and nice, and deserve recognition, but the standard of this hotel is very low, even for African standards.

4/10

Har boet på dette hotel i to omgange: i november 2014, og i januar 2015. Siden 2014 fungerer wifi ikke på værelserne. Man må ned i lobbyen for at få adgang. Flere værelser er uden fungerende pengeskab; har man behov for det, må man flytte rundt. Personalet var behjælpsomt med dette. Maden i restauranten er forbedret siden 2014. Personalet er generelt venligt, beliggenheden OK i forhold til lufthavn og universitet - men wifi situationen er ikke tilfredsstillende. I forhold til, hvad der loves er hotellet derfor skuffende.