Western Serene Atlantic Hotel, a member of the First Sky Group, has announced the appointment of Mercy Abena Twumwaa Asubonteng as its new General Manager, effective 1 September 2025.

Originally built in 1962 by Ghana’s first president, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, the hotel has long stood as a symbol of luxury and heritage. Over the years, it has been managed by different entities and has undergone several upgrades to maintain its high standards. In June 2024, First Sky Group acquired full ownership of the hotel, which was formerly known as Best Western Plus Atlantic Hotel.

Situated along the coastline of Takoradi, Western Serene Atlantic Hotel offers a blend of modern luxury and Ghanaian tradition. With 200 rooms, suites and chalets, the hotel is committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

With more than 20 years of experience in hospitality and tourism, Ms Asubonteng has held senior roles including Food and Beverage Manager, Conference and Banqueting Executive, and Marketing Manager in leading hospitality facilities before joining Western Serene Atlantic Hotel.

She previously served as Acting General Manager of the hotel, where she provided strategic direction and strengthened key business relationships to drive growth and innovation.

Speaking on the appointment, Mrs Rhoda Ashiabi, Chief Executive Officer of Serene Hotels and Resorts (comprising Volta Serene Hotel, Oti Serene Resorts, and Western Serene Atlantic Hotel within the First Sky Group), said:

“Abena’s passion for excellence, visionary aptitude, and robust leadership are exactly what we need to achieve our tactical goal of positioning the hotel among the top-tier 5-star establishments in Ghana and West Africa within the next three years.”

Endorsing the appointment, Mr Eric Seddy Kutortse, Executive Chairman of First Sky Group, said:

“We are proud to see Abena assume this leadership role. Her appointment reflects the Group’s firm belief in women’s exceptional leadership skills, expertise, and their pivotal role in driving success within a globally competitive hospitality market.”

Sharing her excitement, Ms Asubonteng said:

“I look forward to leading my team and driving innovation, growth, and excellence at Western Serene Atlantic Hotel as the preferred brand of choice in the hospitality industry in Ghana. It is an honour to lead Western Serene Atlantic Hotel, and I will work hard to further strengthen its footprint in the hospitality ecosystem.”

Ms Asubonteng holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Management and Hospitality Law from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA). She has also undertaken certification programmes in Hospitality Management, including HACCP Food Safety Management by QMACS, ISO 19011:2011 Internal Auditing of Codex HACCP Food Safety Management System Implementation by QSHE, and Customer Service Excellence by AMSCO, among others.