Location:
Akwaaba Mansion is in Brooklyn, New York City.
Guest Rooms:
Four guest suites are available at this Brooklyn bed and breakfast, three with Jacuzzi tubs and the fourth with a large bathtub. All of the suties are air conditioned.
Price Range:
Rates range from $160 on weekdays to $175 on weekends.
Breakfast:
A hearty Southern breakfast is served each morning at Akwaaba Mansion.
Special Features:
Located in the Stuyvesant Heights neighborhood, Akwaaba Mansion is located on a tree-lined, quiet Brooklyn street. The restored 1860s Italianate villa includes wonderful details like 14-foot ceilings and ornate fireplaces. The decor is a blend of antiques and Afrocentric elegance.
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More About Akwaaba:
This Brooklyn bed and breakfast's property includes a secluded garden, glassed-in sun porch, and shaded courtyard. Afternoon tea and refreshments are provided. A personal concierge is available. Manhattan is about 20 minutes away. The owners also run bed and breakfasts in New Orleans; Cape May, New Jersey; and Washington, D.C.
Personal Recommendation:
My husband and I can vouch that a stay at Akwaaba Mansion makes for a relaxing getaway. It's amazing how quiet everything is inside the inn, and owners Monique Greenwood and Glenn Pogue know how to make you feel at home.
If you're looking for a delightfully surprising place to stay in New York City, Akwaaba is a fantastic choice. We stayed in the Jumping the Broom suite and highly recommend it.