Ghana is poised to introduce a distinctive landmark in the heart of Accra, named “Prestige,” a magnificent structure set to redefine luxury living and enhance the beauty of the airport skyline. Spanning 2.88 acres near the Airport Shell Fuel Station and opposite the Marina Mall, Prestige is anticipated to revolutionize Ghana’s tourism industry, attracting upscale visitors and significantly bolstering tourism receipts.
Boasting state-of-the-art facilities and unparalleled opulence, Prestige aims to establish a new benchmark for luxury living in the region. It is envisioned to be a source of pride for the people of Ghana, symbolizing the country’s burgeoning prosperity. Nabil Al-Ahmad, the founder and Chairman of i2 Development, emphasized the pivotal role of modern, sustainable properties in proximity to airports in fostering the growth of tourism, aviation, and related industries. These properties play a critical role in attracting and sustaining visitors, enabling travel, and promoting economic development.
Prestige’s strategic location ensures easy access to the best that Accra offers leisure and business travelers within a minute—shopping malls, restaurants, nightclubs, international company offices, and the Kotoka International Airport. The project caters to various preferences, offering options from studio apartments to one or two-bedroom residences and penthouses.
Featuring lush green spaces on the ground and at each level, along with sustainable open spaces, Prestige aims to create a luxury sanctuary within the city, captivating residents and onlookers alike. Renowned general contractors, Michelleti and Co., and project partner Casa Trasacco, known for their touch of elegance, further attest to the project’s quality.
The availability of sustainable accommodations near airports is expected to attract environmentally conscious travelers, providing a competitive advantage for airports and contributing to economic growth by generating job opportunities. In addition to economic benefits, sustainable accommodations can enhance the airport’s reputation, contribute to corporate social responsibility efforts, and strengthen its overall brand image, attracting more businesses and airlines to operate in the vicinity.
According to Nabil Al-Ahmad, an investment in Prestige’s studio and one-bedroom apartments can yield daily returns ranging from US$150 to US$200 in the highly sought-after Airport City I neighborhood. The Minister for Works and Housing, Hon. Francis Asenso-Boakye, lauded i2 Development for their groundbreaking project, recognizing its potential as a significant game-changer in the real estate sector and a catalyst for economic growth.
In 2022, Ghana recorded US$2 billion in tourism revenue, with a projected year-end tourism revenue of US$3.4 billion in 2023. The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has recorded over half a million visitors in the first half of the current year, projecting a total arrival of 1.2 million by year-end. The “Prestige” edifice emerges as an emblematic structure, contributing to the aesthetic qualities of the airport environment and enhancing the visual appeal of the airport skyline.
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