MMiss J Ashley3/5 â A Time Capsule Stay in the Heart of Osu
I stayed at Paintsiwa Wangara Apartments from Wednesday 12 November to Monday 17 November, right in the lively Osu area of Accraâclose to great food spots, Republic Bar, street markets, and everything youâd want if youâre exploring the city for the first time. The location alone earns major points.
The Vibe: Early-2000s Nostalgia Trip
The apartments feel like they were built in the early 2000s⊠and then politely left exactly as they were. If youâve ever wondered what hotel living felt like in the late 90s/early 2000s, wonder no longerâthis place is a living museum.
But honestly? I didnât mind it. It has charm, just not the modern kind.
Privacy Level: Maximum
I didnât see a single other guest my entire stay. Not one.
So if you want absolute peace, quiet, and zero human interaction, this is your sanctuary.
The staff and security are genuinely lovelyâbut they also leave you completely alone unless you ask for something, which I personally appreciated.
The Apartment Itself
Spacious with a kitchen, dining area, living space, and balcony.
Very DIY. Think: âyou can relax here, but also⊠good luck.â
The facilities are dated, visibly worn, and at times âunder construction,â particularly in the corridors.
The kitchen feels more suited for long-term stays, and the bathroom definitely remembers the early 2000s fondly.
The TV is modern, the A/C works, and once the water pressure fixed itself after Night 1, showers were fine.
A Note on Safety⊠of the Appliances
The electric stovetop had some questionable wiringâI got a little tingly current running through me when I touched it.
Not in a romantic way.
More in an âoh, thatâs electricityâ way.
Breakfast: A Highlight
Breakfast was a delightâdelivered to my door every morning between 8:00 and 8:45am.
Good portions, a mix of European-style options, fruit, and drinks.
I genuinely felt special receiving it every morning.
(Just note: no breakfast on weekends, but the price is reasonable enough that itâs not a dealbreaker.)
Wi-Fi & Reception
Wi-Fi was initially a challenge from my room in the annex, but once I asked the staff for the correct password, it worked fine.
Reception is chilled and helpfulâday or night.
Housekeeping only happens if you request it. Otherwise, youâre left in peace.
Security
Strict about logging visitors, which I appreciate.
It feels like a safe place, and the guards are friendly and professional.
The Overall Experience
Is it perfect? No.
Does it need investment? Yes.
Does the wiring need prayer? Also yes.
Should the owner consider a renovation? Absolutely.
But despite all that, I liked staying here.
It gave me:
privacy,
space,
peace - I cant say quiet because you can hear the planes going overhead from the airport. but i got used to them.
sufficient security,
lovely staff,
and an excellent location.
I loved my time in Accra, and this apartment gave me a calm home base between adventures. Just donât expect luxury or modern hotel standardsâthis is a 3-star apartment complex that does exactly what a 3-star place should do.
If youâre self-sufficient, easygoing, and looking for space and quiet, this is a solid choice.
If you want polished finishes, daily housekeeping, and flawless facilitiesâyouâll need to look elsewhere.
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