Cape Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aerial view to Coenraadsburg fortress from the roof of Elmina castle, Ghana
Landscape view from the roof of Elmina castle and fortress, Ghana
A view from Cape Coast Castle (there will be rain).
Cape Coast Castle , GH
Cape Coast Castle is a stark reminder of how evil and wicked humans can become. From the Africans who sold their own people, to the various nations who bought them to resale for additional profit, it is a tragic story. While slavery has been a blight as far back as we can trace human history, it is never right and can never be justified. To walk around this place and hear the true accounts of what happened will shake anyone who has a heart. When you stand at the door marked "the gate of no return," you can only imagine how those poor people must have felt.

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Ridge Royal Hotel

Ridge Royal Hotel

3 out of 5
No. 1 2nd Ridge Cape Coast
Fully refundable
The price is £100 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
£100
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cape Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Fort William and Chapel Square are ...
8/10 Very Good! (112 reviews)
Room was very clean and very well decorated. The buffet breakfast had nice selection. Staff extremely efficient, helpful and professional. Definitely would stay there again and highly recommend.

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Ridge Royal Hotel
Park Springs Hotel

Park Springs Hotel

3 out of 5
Park Springs Close Cape Coast Central Region
The price is £61 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
£61
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cape Coast. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Fort William and Emintsimadze Palace ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
Beautiful facility

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Park Springs Hotel
Oasis Beach Resort

Oasis Beach Resort

4 out of 5
42 Victoria Park Cape Coast Central Region
The price is £206 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
£206
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Cape Coast. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Emintsimadze Palace and Chapel Square are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
Unfortunately, the stay fell far below expectations. We were not told the hotel was undergoing renovations, which became clear on arrival. Our first room had a balcony door that wouldn’t lock, so we moved. The second room was well located but had major issues: the toilet never flushed (we were given ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Oasis Beach Resort
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7bed, 5bath Villa by Castle, Kakum, UCC and Elimina

7bed, 5bath Villa by Castle, Kakum, UCC and Elimina

Cape Coast Central Region
Stay at this holiday home in Cape Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable/satellite TV service and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Fort William and Chapel ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Beautiful location & view, have a good driver
We really did appreciate the large poly tank to have plenty of water, and consistent electricity. Our driver did amazing getting to the top of the hill in his tro-tro van. He and our guide really enjoyed watching the soccer (football) matches on your big screen with satellite. My family enjoyed having ...

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2024

7bed, 5bath Villa by Castle, Kakum, UCC and Elimina
Coastal Retreat is situated just an 12minute drive to the Coast cape Castle

Coastal Retreat is situated just an 12minute drive to the Coast cape Castle

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Stay at this holiday home in Cape Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Fort William and Emintsimadze Palace are located ...
Coastal Retreat is situated just an 12minute drive to the Coast cape Castle
5 minutes drive to the beach, Family-sized condo with Spacious Balcony

5 minutes drive to the beach, Family-sized condo with Spacious Balcony

Elmina Central Region
Stay at this apartment in Cape Coast. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions St George's Castle and Lagoon ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
The moment I saw the property, I knew my family would love it. Sometimes pictures don’t do a place justice, but this one exceeded our expectations. My wife even loved it, along with the kids, which brings me so much joy. The owner was also very responsive and willing to help with anything we ...

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

5 minutes drive to the beach, Family-sized condo with Spacious Balcony
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Popular places to visit

Cape Coast Castle , GH

Cape Coast Castle

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Cape Coast when you spend time at Cape Coast Castle. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Cape Coast Castle

University of Cape Coast

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Cape Coast during your travels in Cape Coast. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

University of Cape Coast

Fort William

Find out about the history of Cape Coast when you take a trip to Fort William. Take in the musical theatre while you're in the area.

Fort William

Things to do

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Cape Coast Castle Elmina Castle and Kakum National Park

£133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cape Coast Castle Elmina Castle and Kakum National Park
Tour guide experiencing the Aboakyir Festival

Cultural and Heritage Experience In Cape Coast

£119
per adult
Cultural and Heritage Experience In Cape Coast
Picture 1 for Activity Cape Coast Tour

Cape Coast Heritage tour

£111
per adult
Cape Coast Heritage tour
Cape Coast, Ghana Guided Local Market Tour

Cape Coast, Ghana Kotokraba Market – Guided Experience

£63
per adult
Cape Coast, Ghana Kotokraba Market – Guided Experience
Cape Coast Castle

Cape Coast Castle, Assin Manso Slave River and Door of No Return

£163
per adult
Cape Coast Castle, Assin Manso Slave River and Door of No Return
Private Slave Castles and Dungeons Tour in Cape Coast, Ghana

Private Slave Castles and Dungeons Tour in Cape Coast, Ghana

£133
per adult
Private Slave Castles and Dungeons Tour in Cape Coast, Ghana
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Aerial view to Coenraadsburg fortress from the roof of Elmina castle, Ghana

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Cape Coast Castle in Ghana

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