Coconut Grove Beach Resort in Elmina, Elmina: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Parks, beaches and nature in Elmina, Elmina
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A beachfront resort near Elmina Castle with a children's paddle pool, kids' play areas, a mini animal sanctuary with crocodiles, peacocks and rabbits, and a private beach.
What is Coconut Grove Beach Resort?
Coconut Grove Beach Resort sits directly on a sandy beach near Elmina, a short drive from Elmina Castle. It is a resort rather than a day attraction, but its family facilities are unusually complete: a dedicated kids' paddle pool, kids' play areas, and a mini animal sanctuary with crocodiles, peacocks and rabbits. There is also a main pool area and a restaurant.
For families touring the castles, it works well as a base: the emotional weight of the heritage sites is balanced by the pool, animals and beach. Rooms are comfortable and the grounds are shaded.
The resort keeps a mini animal sanctuary and manages its beachfront grounds for guests.
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- Kids' paddle pool Separate from the main pool
- Mini animal sanctuary Crocodiles, peacocks and rabbits
- Near Elmina Castle A short drive
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Good | Kids' paddle pool and shaded grounds |
| 3-5 years | Great | Paddle pool and animals |
| 6-9 years | Great | Pool, beach and sanctuary |
| 10-12 years | Great | Full resort and heritage sites |
| 13+ years | Good | Beach, pool and castles |
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Key details
- Address
- Mmoframa Akyinim, Elmina, Central Region, Elmina
- Opening hours
- Daily; check-in and check-out times confirmed at booking
- How long to plan
- One to three nights
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Book ahead in peak season
- Payment accepted
- Card and mobile money at reception
What to expect when you visit
Check in and settle into a room. The kids' paddle pool and play areas are close to the main building, and the mini animal sanctuary is a short walk away. The beach and main pool are the other family spaces.
Allow one to three nights. It pairs naturally with Elmina Castle and the Java Museum, both a short drive away.
What if...?
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Is there a kids' pool?
Yes, a dedicated paddle pool.
Are there animals?
Yes, a mini sanctuary with crocodiles, peacocks and rabbits.
How close is Elmina Castle?
A short drive.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Supervise children in the pools and on the beach, and keep them behind the barriers at the animal sanctuary.
Tickets and costs
- Toddler entry (0 if free)
- Free
- Ticket notes
Room rates are quoted per night and vary by season. The kids' paddle pool, play areas and mini animal sanctuary are included. Confirm current rates at booking.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Kids' paddle pool, play areas, mini animal sanctuary, main pool, private beach, restaurant
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Trotro to Elmina, then a short walk
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Elmina Castle
- Elmina Java Museum
- Cape Coast Castle
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- towel
- sunscreen
- insect repellent
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Coconut Grove Beach Resort opening hours?
- Daily; check-in and check-out times confirmed at booking.
- How long do you need at Coconut Grove Beach Resort?
- Plan for One to three nights.
- What payment methods does Coconut Grove Beach Resort accept?
- Coconut Grove Beach Resort accepts Card and mobile money at reception. It does not accept cash.
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