7 Top Hotels in Nigeria

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by Namrata Singh / 29 Aug 2015

When you come into the country, you’ll want a place to rest your feet and take a long bath. Here’s a list of top-notch hotels you can find in Nigeria, where the service is most impeccable and the rooms, most pleasant.

  1. Sheraton Hotel

This hotel runs Four Points in Lagos; another hotel which offers exquisite service to guests, and is planning to open a hotel in Ibadan as well. The Sheraton Abuja hotelis a 45 minute drive from the Nnamdi Azikwe airport and is located* in the heart of Abuja. It is one of the most prestigious hotels in Nigeria. There are intercontinental and continental dish choices, buffets and grills available to satisfy your famished self. The rooms are spacious and well lit, the showers are roomy enough for two, and you could fall asleep in the tub or go in with a nice book, dim the lights and luxuriate in the spa. What sets it apart is its warm, friendly and rapid room service, you’ll feel like royalty after two nights in this hotel.

  1. Transcorp Hilton Abuja

Transcorp Hilton Abuja is known for its disciplined and no-nonsense attitude. Located 40 minutes away from Nnamdi Azikwe airport, it is very close to the commercial district of Abuja. When you enter you’ll see a lot of corporate executives, and with its 24 meeting rooms, it’s not hard to imagine why this is so. It boasts extensive recreational facilities, casinos and a shopping arcade, with multiple restaurants and bars. Transcorp Hilton Abuja is known for their extensive promos and fun packages; they arrange tours, slash prices and offer bed and breakfast deals to honeymooners. If you decide to go with this hotel, don’t miss out on one of their awesome deals.

  1. Eko Hotels and Suites

This is a conference center hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos.  These hotels are located next to the financial centres of Lagos Island, but shielded from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis, giving it the advantage of catering to both the business minded, and the relaxing tourist. The hotel has an unobstructed view of the Kuramo Lake and Atlantic Ocean, allowing for quiet mediation whilst observing the gentle lapping waves. The Eko Hotels and Suites double as an events centre, hosting film and art festivals amongst many other events. Thus, a touring couple could not only enjoy the sights, but also partake in the culture of Lagos and Nigeria. There is a sister hotel in Port-Harcourt called Hotel Presidential*.

  1. Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel

This lagoon-side hotel is relatively inexpensive, yet offers high standard service and rooms. Located in Kofo Abayomi, Victoria Island, it is in the same area as the many consulates and embassies, which makes it the go-to hotel for tourists, expatriates or foreigners who have not completed documentation and need a place to pass the night. But a night can quickly become two or three at this hotel, renowned for its warm service and delicious entrees. The offer, of sitting by the jetty and enjoying barbecued steak while inhaling the smell of the ocean, is one many have failed to resist.  It features three conference rooms to allow for corporate meetings and it has a fitness and wellness centre as well. The rooms have imbibed the aroma of the ocean, and when you leave, the smell of blue waves sticks to your clothing.

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  1. Le Méridien Ogeyi Place

This hotel situated in Port-Harcourt, stands out for its rich African décor. The rooms have a fusion of contemporary and Nigerian décor that gives it a unique and pleasing feel. It is 40 minutes away from Port Harcourt International Airport and overlooks the lush greenery of the town’s Polo club; feel free to enrol if you are a fan of this opulent game. In November, Port Harcourt carnival takes place, and the hotel has special tour buses to transport tourists back and forth. The art museum is a five minute drive from the hotel, so tourists can go for a short drive or a long walk to enjoy the sights and delve into the rich culture of the Rivers people. There is a sister hotel at Akwa Ibom, that offers a golf resort in addition to hospitable service.

  1. Owu Crown Hotel

Consisting of 80 plush rooms, and revolving around world-class standards, this hotel offers timeless luxury and complete convenience. Located in Iwo road, Ibadan, it separates itself from the busy metropolis, yet is in the heart of the city. It features indigenous and intercontinental restaurants, swimming pool and bars as well as two conference rooms ideally used for business meetings. This former Golden Tulip is a 4 star hotel guaranteed to give you scrumptious meals and a happy stay in Ibadan.

  1. IITA Hotel

This hotel is surrounded with 1000 hectares of trees and shrubs, giving it a serene, picturesque backdrop. It is ideal for intellectuals, writers, poets and artists who are looking for a place to sit back and watch nature lazily go by. Situated along the University of Ibadan-Moniya road, it is sheltered from the noise of the city and encourages musings that are sure to end up as breakthroughs. The rooms retain a simplistic, rustic yet serene atmosphere, and the staff are taught to move about quietly to maintain the prevailing genteel ambience.