Ms. Ekua provided the best service that we could have ever hoped to receive. She took extra time to make sure everyone in our delegation was well cared for. She is the best and we look forward to a long and fruitful relationship with her... Calvin White PhD, African - American Studies, University of Arkansas, 2011
On Sumatra Lodge:
I enjoyed my stay at Sumatra Lodge,unfortunately I had check out to another Lodge because I extended my stay for another two weeks..... Robert, August 2001 Maryland USA

Greetings at last from Accra. Thanks so much for this fine accommodation! We are too comfortable and Mr.Omaboe is most attentive, George always helpful and Madame Victoria is keeping us fed... September 2001, Julian & Vida, Toronto, Canada
The overall appearance of Sumatra Lodge is very nice. The neighborhood is calm and convenient. The house was very welcoming also. We looked forward to coming back to Sumatra Lodge each day....December 2001, Zawadi, NC, USA
Just a quick note to say thanks for the rental of your property, we had a wonderful time. Mr. Omaboe and the young man in the house were very helpful indeed.I will be in touch again next year..... Daniel, Maryland, April 2001

Sumatra Lodge: "The house was spotless and did not lack any amenities. The grounds are kept immaculate....Auntie Nana is a great cook....she also went out of her way when we had last minute guests for for dinner....Ann Bernstein, Florida, April 2002
" When visiting Ghana I always look forward to staying at Sumatra Lodge. The location is wonderful and all the property manager and househelp add to the wonderful atmosphere in Ghana....Zawadi NC August 2002"
"We enjoyed our stay at Sumatra Lodge and our plans went on all well back in Ghana. As to the refund of the US$ 50.00--security deposit, since I'll get to Ghana next year , I'm asking if you can keep it as a deposit account for next year rent." Bruno, Milano, Italy August 2002

....The facilities were fine and the people were outstanding. Thank you for an outstanding experience" Bill, Philadelphia February 2003...
"I wanted to say thank you very much for renting us your house. I had the best time I have ever had in my entire life there in Ghana. I was very sad to be leaving so soon. I would have stayed longer if I could have..."Anything we needed was provided immediately with the most genuine, kind, and professional manner. I have never felt so welcome. Our gratitude is hardly enough for all the help that was provided to us during our stay at the Sumatra Lodge. We would love to come and vacation there again, and hope to do so soon!" Angela, Port Angeles, WA April 2003
I would like to thank you very much for giving me the opportunity to stay at your place.I enjoyed your place very well and hope to stay there again next time. Jacobus, Germany September 2003.

Holiday was great again this year at Sumatra Lodge! ....Bruno, Milano Italy August 2003
I'm back in Chicago now. I want to tell you how accomodating both Edwin and David were on this trip..... Ghana Airways changed the schedule, then cancelled me outright before I finally arrived late Sunday night. David was there waiting (I phoned Edwin to tell him the time).... Ted, Chicago April 2004.
Just wanted to say that the Sumatra Lodge was the best place in Accra. I enjoyed it very much, it made my stay in Ghana the best it has been.....Edwin was a huge help.I know how busy he is so I was impressed and thankful that he took the time to find me another place. I was very happy!......You have got a great place. Sharon...Raleigh, NC April 2004

Thad, the stay at Sumatra Lodge was fine. It was a very secure place to be in a foreign country. Thank you again and best of luck in all your endevours. I also enjoyed the Java Museum (In Elmina)....Thanks Akua...Texas September 2004
"The accommodations were good. The hot water is great.The items in the pantry & fridge are a nice touch. The TV is a good touch, also with movies....Okoe was very helpful and responsive.. Edwin was very good and well versed in offering assistance...." Janet, California January 2005.
Lancaster Oceanside Lodge, Winneba: I am now back in the UK after a very productive time in Ghana.Thank you for your patience and understanding during our stay in Winneba. I hope that one day we will be able to stay again. Jon, U.K. February 2005

Our trip to the land of our ancestors was an experience of a life time - informative, educational, eye opening, sad - but its history that must be told and we should know. Thanks for the planning and execution of the tour. Everything went like clockwork, topped by Awuku(our tour guide)being so patient, pleasant and his way of imparting the history culture, etc. of our roots. Eddy our capable driver certainly opened up in the last few days. We would be remiss if our gratitude did not extend Okoe. He was always on call with a smile. The other gentleman(Baba) in his quiet way did his bit. Thanks again for a fun-filled time and an experience for the bragging book. Elwin Expedition to Ghana April 2005...Joyce, Toronto,Canada
Sumatra Lodge was my home away from home.There was much comfort provided,to the point where I wanted to be alone curled up on the couch.There was much peace and tranquility.I would definitely return to my home away from home. Sharon, Toronto, April 2005.
SUMATRA LODGE: ...it was appealing, homelike and safe.It was a pleasure to walk around feeling like I belonged....i returned feeling sad but thankful that a small wish had been fulfilled. Next time - SAFARI! Pauline, Toronto, Canada April 2005

"Thad:It's good to hear from you and I’m still marveling over the success of our trip to Ghana. It was beautiful and I will never run out of “Thank You’s” for you and Edwin and Sam; and of course Awuku and Joseph. It was a fantastic trip that must be duplicated some time in the future." John Lamkin PhD, Director, University of Maryland East Shore, Jazz Ensemble which toured Ghana in May 2005.
The facilities were great! Air conditioning was such a wonderful luxury...The staff were very easy to work.... Kwesi was very generous with his time and energy—driving us around as we needed, and giving us a big tour of Accra. He was very easy to get along with, and he took us to some very beautiful parts of Accra that I probably wouldn’t have otherwise been to. He went out of his way to make my stay a pleasant one (e.g. he made fufu and groundnut soup for my last meal after asking what my favorite Ghanaian food was)...The reservation process was very easy. Dr. Ulzen was great. The staff were very accommodating when I came back to Accra two days before my flight back to the United States....Daniel, Minnesota March/April 2006
Java House, Elmina was outstanding.The property was great. The accommodations were very comfortable, and I felt very at home....Lucy Obeng, the Property Manager and her husband (Francis)were great!!!! The food was amazing! and the reservation process was very easy as Dr. Ulzen was extremely easy to work with, and very flexible.... I can’t say enough good things about Lucy and Francis. Truly they are gems—not only did they cook our meals and take care of Java House while we were there, they went out of their way to be helpful in being cultural interpreters, and treated us just like family. I can’t wait to come back!.....Daniel, Minnesota March/ April 2006 at Java House, Elmina.

Sumatra Lodge is in a very nice part of town — quiet, comfortable, very private surroundings....The Property Manager and staff were all very kind and helpful. Java House (Elmina):This was a great place and a wonderful location. Of course, air conditioning would be wonderful but I understand that’s a pretty expensive proposition. Lucy and Francis were wonderful hosts. They were so friendly and so knowledgeable. Everything was taken care of..... Rheanna, Rochester Minnesota, March/April 2006 [Sumatra Lodge, Accra & Java House, Elmina].
....The trip to Nzulezo was awesome we all had a blast. It's been a real blessing for me knowing you and visiting your home land.....God bless you. Bill, Philadelphia, March/April 2006
I had a wonderful stay at the Chalet. The staff and amenities were excellent. I'll be back!... Ray Collins, London, UK July/August 2007