Marriott Hotels has announced its debut in West Africa, with the opening of Accra Marriott Hotel in Ghana.

Owned by African Hospitality Limited, the hotel is strategically located at the opposite of Kotoka International Airport and a few kilometers from the central business district providing easy access to corporate businesses, government entities and well known city landmarks.

“We are thrilled to open the Accra Marriott Hotel, a highly anticipated addition to our Africa portfolio and a significant milestone in our journey” said Alex Kyriakidis, President and Managing Director, Middle East and Africa, Marriott International. “Accra is the heartbeat of Ghana, a dynamic city bustling with energy. A commercial, manufacturing, and communications center with great shopping and excellent nightlife, it makes an interesting travel destination both for business and for leisure. The Accra Marriott Hotel will add to the city’s maturing hospitality scene, inspiring guests with more forward-thinking experiences and aesthetically inspiring spaces that speak to their inventive nature.”

With 208 rooms, three dining venues, 800 square meters of meeting space, a pool and a fitness center, the property offers contemporary design and local touches to create a distinct aesthetic.

Flexible meeting facilities and innovative spaces, such as The Greatroom, allow guests to blend work and leisure. In addition, they can experience mobile check in and enjoy guest experience through Mobile Guest Services.

As of January 1, 2018, Marriott International had 6,431 hotels with a capacity of 1,235,512 rooms, according to data published by Hospitality ON.