Must-see hotels in Nigeria

  • Nike Ambassador Guest House

    Nigeria

    It's essential to book ahead to stay in this wonderfully tasteful home, decorated with artworks inside and out. It's centred around an internal courtyard,…

  • Bogobiri House

    Lagos

    This charming boutique hotel, beautifully decorated with paintings and sculptures by local artists, serves as the hub of the vibrant art and cultural…

  • Nordic Villa

    Abuja

    The Nordic Villa is a modern Scandinavian-style guesthouse that feels more like a home, with helpful staff, a calm atmosphere and good internet access. A…

  • Purple at the Blowfish

    Lagos

    Not only a great boutique hotel with classy and comfortable rooms, the Blowfish's restaurant Purple offers nice dining by the pool with Indian, Italian…

  • Wheatbaker

    Lagos

    A luxury boutique hotel, the Wheatbaker ranks at the absolute top. Experience the secluded grounds and gorgeous pool at Sunday brunch to get a taste of…

  • Hexagon

    Nigeria

    Owned by a prince of the Benin royal family, Hexagon has a gallery which displays ancient artworks as well as contemporary pieces; the outdoor Coconut Bar…

  • Jacaranda Suites

    Nigeria

    Lovely suites, a lively outdoor thatch-roof bar with secluded cabanas, and a restaurant serving Cross River specialities and grilled fish, Jacaranda is an…

  • Marian Hotel

    Nigeria

    The Marian features spacious, tidy and comfortable rooms. It's a little on the dingy side, but the welcome is great and the location ideal.

  • Quarry Imperial Hotel

    Nigeria

    A grandly named place, built on a weirdly large scale. It's often almost empty, and staff will be delighted to see you. Rooms are large and fairly…

  • Michael's

    Lagos

    This hotel has two blocks – one overlooking a small pool (rooms are rather less generously proportioned than the mermaids on the pool mural), and slightly…

  • Lixborr Hotel

    Nigeria

    A popular, well-run place with comfortable rooms though a slightly subterranean murky feel. It's opposite Brass Casters St: look for the giant statue of…

  • Nelbee Executive Guesthouse

    Nigeria

    Close to Watt Market is this handy budget option. Rooms are comfortable, the management is friendly, and there's a terrifically formal dining room.

  • Kakanfo Inn

    Nigeria

    A decent choice, with a pool, a good Indian restaurant and friendly staff. The wi-fi may be theoretical though.

  • Nsikak Sea Side Hotel

    Nigeria

    Over 60 years old, this hotel in the middle of colonial Old Calabar is a throwback to a different era. It's very basic with tubs of water for washing, but…

  • Ritz Hotel

    Lagos

    The name's a bit of a misnomer, but this hotel is a reasonably decent budget option. Rooms are fine in a grubby 'by the hour' sort of way, but they're…

  • Peerage Retreat

    Lagos

    The best option for the money on the island, this family-run hotel is clean, friendly and well run. Given the deal, it fills up fast. Just make sure the…

  • Prince Hotel

    Nigeria

    Professionally understated with a posh restaurant and bar, 24-hour power, wi-fi and a swimming pool, the Prince is a classy operation in a quiet part of…

  • Les Rosiers

    Nigeria

    This bungalow B&B is a delightfully unexpected find with a couple of chalets amid pleasant gardens. The French-Nigerian hosts are a good source of…

  • Ecwa Guesthouse

    Nigeria

    This Christian mission guesthouse is a great budget option. The cheapest rooms are in the old block, are fan only, and some have shared facilities; the…

  • Cocin Guesthouse

    Nigeria

    One of two church missions on this street. Accommodations are clean, yet spartan, and bathroom facilities are shared, but it's hard to beat the price…

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