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Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel

Location
Accra, Ghana
What we did
Planning, MEP Engineering, Architecture
Markets
Size
342,000 SF

At the heart of Accra’s dynamic cultural scene, the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City stands as a bold statement of luxury and tradition. As part of the Page-designed Master Plan, it’s surrounded by major embassies, high-end hotels, and key administrative offices.

Rising seven floors, the hotel features 269 thoughtfully designed rooms, including 22 luxury and two presidential suites. More than a place to stay, it’s a hub for business and leisure—offering expansive event spaces, a curated in-house art gallery, a world-class spa and fitness center, and a premium shopping mall with convenient parking.

Page partnered with Looney & Associates to craft interiors that blend European sophistication with the essence of traditional Ghanaian architecture. The result? A hotel that redefines luxury while staying true to its roots—elevating the experience for global travelers and the local community alike.

Facts and figures

Luxury elevated: where comfort, cuisine, and culture come together
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A six-floor, five-star destination, the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City offers 269 elegantly designed guest rooms, three world-class restaurants, a chic café, and top-tier conference facilities. Guests unwind at the spa, fitness center, or vibrant nightclub while behind the scenes, expertly designed operations ensure a flawless luxury experience.

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Building characteristics

Kempinski’s modern urban retreat is inspired by Ghanaian tradition

The Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City is designed around a striking central courtyard—an anchor of connection and energy. Inspired by the traditional Ghanaian courtyard, which brings people together for music, cooking, and cultural expression, this space is the heart of the hotel.

Flanked by the guest room wing and a rooftop pool deck, the courtyard seamlessly blends relaxation and activity. A lush green roof and elevated pool deck extend over the lobby and ballroom, offering stunning views of the courtyard below.

Bridging the pool and green roof is the Butterfly Building, an architectural centerpiece named for its distinctive butterfly-shaped roof. More than a design choice, it symbolizes movement and transformation—reflecting the hotel’s role as a dynamic gathering space for global travelers and the local community.

Here, tradition and innovation converge, setting a new standard for luxury in Accra.

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Retail & office

Where culture and commerce meet: a new destination in Accra

Just beyond the hotel, the Galleria Mall reimagines the vibrant energy of a traditional Ghanaian market with a modern, upscale twist. Page designed 19,700 square feet of the mall, blending high-end retail with premium commercial office space.

In the dynamic food hall, local flavors meet contemporary culinary experiences, while a carefully curated mix of beloved local businesses and renowned international brands—some making their Ghana debut—brings new possibilities to Accra’s shopping scene. Beneath it all, substantial underground parking ensures great accessibility. The Galleria Mall is a cultural and commercial hub, where heritage and innovation come together to shape the city’s next chapter.

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MEP infrastructure

Powering luxury: a hotel built to thrive in any condition

In the heart of Accra’s upscale district, the Kempinski Hotel is designed for self-sufficiency, ensuring uninterrupted luxury. Equipped with emergency generators, the hotel seamlessly maintains full operations during outages. A state-of-the-art centralized utility plant goes beyond power—housing air-cooled chillers, steam boilers, domestic water distribution, PRV stations, and a leading-edge water treatment system.

Comfort is engineered into every space. A sophisticated mix of HVAC systems—including central air handling units, dedicated outside air pre-treatment, and zoned terminal units—ensures precise climate control throughout the hotel. Around the clock, the building maintains positive pressurization, optimizing air quality and energy efficiency.

Even the kitchen operates on a dynamic schedule, seamlessly integrating with an open-protocol Building Automation System for maximum efficiency. This is innovation at work—elevating hospitality in Accra.

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