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Accra Tourism Statistics: 35,878 Airbnb Stays
AirROI estimates 35,878 Airbnb stays in Accra, Ghana, in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was December, and the quietest was May. All of Ghana had 1,288,804 international arrivals in 2024, the Ghana Tourism Authority reports.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 248,967
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 6.9 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- December
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 86%
Key facts
Accra Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- The Ghana Tourism Authority puts all of Ghana at 1,288,804 international arrivals in 2024.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Accra at 35,878 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Accra added up to 248,967 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Accra lasted 6.9 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 27 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks December the busiest Airbnb month in Accra in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by August and October, with May the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the five busiest Airbnb months in Accra ran unbroken from August to December in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Accra in December were booked furthest ahead, about 46 days, against 18 days for May, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 86% of Accra Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by the United States at 39% and the United Kingdom at 17%.
By place
- AirROI estimates Accra took 82.1% of all Airbnb stays in Ghana in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI ranks Accra first for Airbnb stays among the 3 towns it lists in Ghana in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Ghana?
The Ghana Tourism Authority counted 1,288,804 international arrivals for all of Ghana in 2024. On AirROI's estimates, Accra accounted for 82.1% of Airbnb stays in Ghana in the 12 months to October 2026.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,288,804International arrivals, all of Ghana | International arrivals to Ghana | 2024 | Ghana Tourism Authority |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Accra
Accra had 3,162 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 35,878 stays and 248,967 nights. A typical stay lasted 6.9 nights and was booked about 27 days ahead, longer than the worldwide stay of 5.2 nights.
- Airbnb homes
- 3,162
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 35,878
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 248,967
- Typical stay
- 6.9 nights
- Booked ahead
- 27 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Accra?
On Airbnb, December was the busiest month in Accra in the 12 months to October 2026, then August and October. May was the quietest. The five busiest months run unbroken from August to December.
December ranks first, May last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: December, August, October, November, September, April, March, July, January, June, February, May.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| December | 9.8% | 46 days |
| August | 8.9% | 26 days |
| October | 8.5% | 25 days |
| November | 8.5% | 28 days |
| September | 8.4% | 18 days |
| April | 8.3% | 26 days |
| March | 8.3% | 20 days |
| July | 8.2% | 28 days |
| January | 8.1% | 28 days |
| June | 7.8% | 19 days |
| February | 7.8% | 20 days |
| May | 7.5% | 18 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Accra Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Accra Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 86% came from abroad, led by the United States at 39% and the United Kingdom at 17%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Accra was the top origin city at 9.2%, ahead of London at 6.7%. The figures rest on 86,472 reviews, written over many years.
86% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 86%
- From within Ghana 14%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Accra
How many tourists visit Accra?
Ghana as a whole had 1,288,804 international arrivals in 2024, according to the Ghana Tourism Authority. AirROI puts Accra at 82.1% of Airbnb stays in Ghana in the 12 months to October 2026. AirROI estimates 35,878 Airbnb stays in Accra in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists.
When is the busiest time in Accra?
The busiest Airbnb month in Accra in the 12 months to October 2026 was December, then August and October. The five busiest months run from August to December.
What is the quietest month in Accra?
May was the quietest Airbnb month in Accra in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and February ranked 11th. Stays in May were booked about 18 days ahead, against 46 days for December.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Accra?
A typical Airbnb stay in Accra lasted 6.9 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 27 days ahead. That is longer than the worldwide 5.2 nights. By month, stays ran from 4.8 nights in September to 7.9 nights in December.
Where do Airbnb guests in Accra come from?
Of Accra Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 86% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were the United States at 39% and the United Kingdom at 17%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Accra at 9.2%, ahead of London at 6.7%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. The Ghana Tourism Authority counts international arrivals (1,288,804 in 2024 across Ghana). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 35,878 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 35,878 stays at 6.94 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 86,472 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.