Title: Visit Elmina: Best of Elmina Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Elmina](https://expedia.ca/Elmina-Hotels.d6025603.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Elmina](https://expedia.ca/Elmina-Vacation-Rentals.d6025603.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Elmina Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Elmina.d6025603.Car-Rental-Guide)[Elmina Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Elmina.d6025603.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Elmina ## Travel Guide ![View from Elmina Castle. My visit there was one of the best and saddest moments of the trip to Ghana. You can't really say how powerful it is going to be until you find yourself there. P.S. More on my visit there and on what I felt (in Romanian)-- https://bit.ly/33Zx0za](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025603/c5be5f9f-3583-44f4-abd2-1a06e057edb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View from Elmina Castle. My visit there was one of the best and saddest moments of the trip to Ghana. You can't really say how powerful it is going to be until you find yourself there. P.S. More on my visit there and on what I felt (in Romanian)-- https://bit.ly/33Zx0za](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025603/c5be5f9f-3583-44f4-abd2-1a06e057edb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The fishing villages of Cape Coast, Ghana provide a source of economic stability for the city. Located next to Elmina Castle-a former slave trading post-the fishing ports are a colorful display and a must-see when visiting Ghana. Some other sites to see in Cape Coast include: The University of Cape Coast, Kakum National Park, Cape Coast Castle, and a variety of beautiful beaches. #Culture #Ghana #CapeCoast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025603/ba7ea6c6-462e-462c-8b30-37bbb8a63ac3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![On the port of Cape Coast, Ghana. Fishermen preparing for a day at sea. #culture #ghana #elmina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025603/31872c98-db79-4ed7-acbf-430fe1ee161d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This view is from Elmina Castle, in Ghana. It was completed in 1486 by the Portuguese. From 1637-1872 it became property of the Dutch. In 1872 it was ceded to Britain. It was also one of the gateways for slaves to board ships to America. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. History can be seen inside these walls. #beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025603/ad782e02-ce14-4599-9461-ee0d46171d5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Elmina Things to do - Elmina Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Elmina ![Lemon Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38350000/38348000/38347945/3bb2cca7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lemon Beach Resort Elmina 11 JJ Rawlings High Street Elmina Central Region Fully refundable CA $172 CA $209 total Feb 20 - Feb 21 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this golf lodge in Elmina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (164 reviews) Beautiful location and fantastic staff! Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026&selected=38347945&PinnedHotelID=38347945&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6025603) ![Coconut Grove Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4020000/4010700/4010603/fbdf3de7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coconut Grove Beach Resort Mmoframa Akyinim Elmina CA $169 CA $205 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Elmina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Fort St. Jago and Elmina Castle are located ... 7.8/10 Good! (160 reviews) I loved this place. The bed was alittle hard but overall I will stay again Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=4010603&PinnedHotelID=4010603&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6025603) ![Golden Hill Parker Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25060000/25058600/25058565/1b3f0355_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Golden Hill Parker Hotel Golden Hill Parker Hotel Elmina,Bantuma Elmina Central Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Elmina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Fort St. Jago and Elmina Castle are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews) This was an oasis for 5 nights after a terrible road journey. (Ghana's main roads are currently in a terrible state). We loved everything about the hotel - staff, food, location and a great pool. Thank you! Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=25058565&PinnedHotelID=25058565&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6025603) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=25058565&PinnedHotelID=25058565&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6025603) [See all 96 properties in Elmina](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6025603) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Elmina Beach Resort - Standard Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67600000/67595100/67595091/6c89154e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elmina Beach Resort - Standard Room Jj Rawlings St. Elmina Central Region Stay at this aparthotel in Elmina. Enjoy a garden and an indoor pool. Popular attractions St George's Castle and Lagoon are located nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Elmina-Hotels-Elmina-Beach-Resort.h67595091.Hotel-Information) ![The Green Condo ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111900000/111898000/111897945/w1284h1712x0y533-7f9134fd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Green Condo Elmina Central Region Stay at this vacation home in Elmina. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions St George's Castle and Lagoon are located nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Elmina-Hotels-The-Green-Condo.h111897945.Hotel-Information) ![House With Pool Icons Inn - Elmina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67600000/67595100/67595090/ed07cc86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### House With Pool Icons Inn - Elmina Elmina Central Region Stay at this vacation home in Elmina. Enjoy a garden and an indoor pool. Popular attractions Fort St. Jago and Java Museum are located nearby. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Elmina hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025603&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[Feb 9 - Feb 10](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025603&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025603&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[Feb 10 - Feb 11](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025603&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025603&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025603&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025603&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025603&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![The fishing villages of Cape Coast, Ghana provide a source of economic stability for the city. Located next to Elmina Castle-a former slave trading post-the fishing ports are a colorful display and a must-see when visiting Ghana. Some other sites to see in Cape Coast include: The University of Cape Coast, Kakum National Park, Cape Coast Castle, and a variety of beautiful beaches. #Culture #Ghana #CapeCoast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025603/ba7ea6c6-462e-462c-8b30-37bbb8a63ac3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Elmina Castle 4.5/5(2 reviews) You can learn about the history of Elmina with a stop at Elmina Castle. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Elmina-Castle-Elmina.d6107278.Vacation-Attraction) #### St George's Castle 4/5(1 review) After visiting St George's Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Elmina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Georges-Castle-Elmina.d553248621532404228.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lagoon You can find out about the history of Elmina with a trip to Lagoon. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Lagoon-Elmina.d553248621532404227.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do !["Discover the awe-inspiring Cape coast Castle, nestled in the vibrant Cape Coast of Ghana. Where history meets breathtaking views. #ElminaCastle #ExploreGhana"](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49077112/71286035-d94d-4e43-8eae-f379ee5dd68c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cape Coast Castle Elmina Castle and Kakum National Park CA $246 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cape-coast-castle-elmina-castle-and-kakum-national-park.a49077112.activity-details) ![@yourGhanaian tours Mr and Mrs Beach exploring Ghana's Assin Manso Slave river.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48992290/41140fe9-30d5-4873-8d39-570bc736df8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Culture and Nature Tour of Cape Coast CA $286 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-culture-and-nature-tour-of-cape-coast.a48992290.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Cape Coast Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48167401/eddb750e-09dc-44e9-b27c-11d281b98597.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cape Coast Heritage tour CA $205 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cape-coast-heritage-tour.a48167401.activity-details) ![Cape Coast, Ghana Guided Local Market Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49307846/f7d7e190-4191-4e19-a682-b12100c35b2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cape Coast, Ghana Kotokraba Market – Guided Experience CA $116 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cape-coast.a49307846.activity-details) ![Tour guide experiencing the Aboakyir Festival](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47031595/7c7459df-b971-41f0-8441-8e20d7a55ee8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cultural and Heritage Experience In Cape Coast CA $218 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cultural-and-heritage-experience-in-cape-coast.a47031595.activity-details) ![Cape Coast Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46628130/eb093a3f-b185-4583-8d86-e01bdb0e8d1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cape Coast Castle, Assin Manso Slave River and Door of No Return CA $300 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cape-coast-castle.a46628130.activity-details) [See all activities in Elmina](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Elmina.d6025603.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Cities near Elmina [Ampenyi](https://expedia.ca/Ampenyi.dx553248635956993121) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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