Ghana has become a regional centre for
business and leisure travels – Salha
Accra, June 3, Ghanadot/GNA – Mr Monjed Salha, General
Manager of Holiday Inn, a subsidiary of Intercontinental
Hotels Group (IHG) in Accra has observed that Ghana was
currently witnessing significant economic growth and
becoming a regional centre for business and leisure travel.
Speaking at the opening of the hotel, Mr Salha said ”We are
pleased to launch one of the world’s most recognizable hotel
brands in Ghana. The country is currently witnessing
significant economic growth and becoming a regional centre
for business and leisure travel. There is increasing demand
for modern and affordable accommodation and that is what
Holiday Inn stood for”.
The hotel which began operations on July 1, is the group’s
first property in Ghana and an expansion of its operations
in the Middle East and Africa.
It is a seven storey building with 168 rooms located near to
Kotoka International Airport and the thriving new business
district in the metropolis.
A statement issued by the management said the hotel has six
executive suites and two Presidential suites complete with
contemporary amenities.
Other facilities are an in-house conference facility with
five function rooms accommodating up to 180 guests, as well
as state-of-the art video, audio and telecommunications
equipment and a fully equipped business centre with internet
access.
Leisure facilities at the hotel are extensive and include a
swimming pool, a state-of-the art gym, dinning hall, bar and
restaurant.
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