Skybar25

Skybar25 is the most famous rooftop bar in Accra, perched on top of the Villaggio Alto tower in the Villaggio Vista complex near the airport. The tower is one of the tallest buildings in the city, and from the top the whole of Accra spreads out below, from the business districts around Airport City to the coast in the distance. It is the place locals bring visitors for a first drink with a view, and a favourite for celebrations and special occasions.

The setting combines a cocktail bar, a restaurant and a rooftop pool, with a tropical, modern look. Cocktails are the main event, and many people treat a visit as drinks and small plates rather than a full dinner; if you want a proper meal, Santoku, the Japanese restaurant at the base of the same complex, is a natural pairing. Sunset is the highlight, when the light over the city is at its best and the bar is at its most atmospheric, and the lights of Accra make the late evening view just as memorable.

Skybar25 suits couples, groups celebrating birthdays or promotions, business travellers entertaining clients and anyone who wants to see the city from above. It also has an event space for private functions. Prices are international, so it is a treat rather than an everyday bar, and service can be slow at busy times; go with time to relax rather than for a quick drink.

The bar works mainly on reservations, which can be made by phone or WhatsApp, and tables are usually held for only around 15 minutes past the booking time, so arrive promptly. There is a smart-casual dress code: beachwear, sportswear, slippers and flip-flops are not allowed. Book well ahead for sunset tables, particularly from Thursday to Saturday and during the December holiday season.

Villaggio Vista is on North Airport Road, close to the Airport Residential Area and a short drive from Osu. Free parking is available, and ride-hailing drivers know the building well. Combine a sunset drink here with dinner at Santoku downstairs or at one of the restaurants in the Airport Residential Area.