Airport:

Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA)

Reliable transportation methods from airport:

Uber/Bolt: 40 minutes (Approx. ₦25 000/£14)

- Prebooking available

Below we have put together hotel recommendations in Victoria Island (VI), Lekki, and Ikoyi to help make your stay comfortable. These areas are safe, lively, and close to many popular attractions, with options to suit different types of budgets.

While we’ve listed hotels, we also highly recommend checking out Airbnb options in these neighborhoods!

Hotels in VI (Victoria Island)

1. Lagos Continental Hotel

Star Rating: 5 stars

Address: Plot 52A Kofi Abayomi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos

Price: ₦365,500 (including breakfast)

2. Federal Palace Hotel (*popular)

Star Rating: 5 stars

Address: Plot 52A Kofi Abayomi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos

Price: ₦275,355 (including breakfast)

3. Black Diamond Hotel

Star Rating: 4 stars

Address: 25 Ozumba Mbadiwe Street, Victoria Island, Lagos

Price:

Without breakfast: ₦150,000

With breakfast: ₦165,000

4. Eko Hotels & Suites (*popular)

Star rating: 5 stars

Address: 1415 Adetokunbo Ademola Street, Victoria Island, Lagos 106104

Price:

Without breakfast: ₦280,000

With breakfast: ₦300,000

Hotels in Lekki

1. The Borough Lagos

Star Rating: 4 stars

Address: 2 Kola Adeyina Close, Phase 1, Lekki

Price: ₦170,000 (including breakfast)

2. George Residence Lekki

Star Rating: 4 stars

Address: 98 Medical Guild Close, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos

Price:

Including breakfast: ₦198,410

Excluding breakfast: ₦188,954

Hotels in Ikoyi

1. Mövenpick Hotel Ikoyi

Star Rating: 4 stars

Address: 47 Alfred Rewane Road, Ikoyi, Lagos

Price:

Including breakfast: ₦384,000

Excluding breakfast: ₦470,246

2. Parkview Astoria Hotel

Star Rating: 4 stars

Address: 18/19 Prince Tayo Adesanya Street, Parkview Estate, Ikoyi, Lagos

Price: ₦102,599 (including breakfast)

3. Colonades Hotel Ikoyi Lagos

* Same location as reception

Address: 21 Alfred Rewane Rd, Ikoyi, Lagos 106104, Lagos

Price: ₦160,000 (including breakfast)

For booking contact: +234 7037 8716 98

Requirement for different passport types

EU Nationals

EU citizens require a visa to enter Nigeria, regardless of the length of stay. Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay.

United Kingdom

Holders of British passports also need a visa to travel to Nigeria. Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay.

Other African Countries

~ For ECOWAS nationals, no visa is required for short stays under the regional agreement.

~ For non-ECOWAS nationals, a visa must be obtained prior to arrival.

Steps to Apply for a Nigerian Visa

1. Complete the Visa Application Form

Visit the Nigeria Immigration Service website (https://portal.immigration.gov.ng/) to complete the visa application form.

2. Pay the Visa Fee

Make the required payment online, and obtain a payment receipt.

3. Provide a Valid Passport

Your passport must:

Be valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel date.

Contain at least two blank pages.

4. Passport Photograph

Submit recent passport-sized photographs that meet Nigerian visa standards.

5. Proof of Accommodation

Provide evidence of your accommodation arrangements, such as a hotel booking or an invitation letter from your host.

6. Return Ticket

Include a copy of your return ticket as proof of your planned departure from Nigeria.

7. Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate

A valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers entering Nigeria.

8. Additional Documents for Specific Visits

If visiting family/friends: Include an invitation letter and a copy of the host's Nigerian ID or residence permit.

9. Attend a Visa Interview

Schedule an appointment at the nearest Nigerian embassy or consulate, where your biometrics may also be captured.

In addition to this, please ensure to thoroughly verify all requirements with the Nigerian embassy or consulate in your home country, as visa rules and processing times may vary.

If you need an invitation letter or other supporting documentation, please send an email with the subject “Visa Letter” to:

Urcil.ngongo@gmail.com or c.odunukwe@hotmail.com