Find an adventure in Nigeria

Nigeria is known for its 250 ethnic tribes, good music, and the best jollof rice in the world.

EXPLORE NIGERIA

Popular cities in Nigeria

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Hotels in Ibadan

437 Properties

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Hotels in Calabar

289 Properties

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Hotels in Benin

230 Properties

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Hotels in Abuja

212 Properties

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Hotels in Abeokuta

154 Properties

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Hotels in Asaba

132 Properties

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Hotels in Aba

118 Properties

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Hotels in Yenagoa

106 Properties

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Hotels in Akure

98 Properties

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Hotels in Awka

97 Properties

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₦10,000

Lagos

The Cocoon Luxury Suites Ilupeju , Ilupeju

9.1 Excellent From 7 reviews
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₦22,000

Lagos

Ibis Lagos Airport , Ajao Estate

8.2 Excellent From 75 reviews
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₦12,000

Lagos

Extended Stay Grand Hotel , Lekki Phase 1

6.8 Excellent From 15 reviews
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₦10,000

Lagos

The Cocoon Luxury Suites , Gbagada

8.1 Excellent From 13 reviews
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₦15,500

Lagos

BTT HOMES , Lekki Phase 1

8.3 Excellent From 3 reviews
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₦12,500

Lagos

November 5 Hotel , Ikeja

8.8 Excellent From 4 reviews
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₦13,500

Lagos

Choice Hospitality (Luxury Suites) , Ikeja

8.5 Excellent From 3 reviews
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₦22,000

Lagos

Ziroc Residence , Lekki

9.2 Excellent From 1 reviews
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₦12,000

Lagos

Alluring View Hotel , Ikeja

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₦28,100

Lagos

Hotel Ibis Lagos Ikeja , Ikeja

8.2 Excellent From 166 reviews
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₦51,750

Lagos

Lagos Oriental Hotel , Victoria Island

8.2 Excellent From 29 reviews
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₦15,000

Edo

Golden Tulip Essential Benin City (formerly Excalibur Benin Hotels) , Benin

8.7 Excellent From 13 reviews
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₦34,000

Lagos

Fahrenheit Loft , Victoria Island

8.5 Excellent From 9 reviews
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₦13,000

Abuja

Grand Ibro Hotel , Wuse

7.4 Excellent From 124 reviews
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₦8,000

Lagos

Choice Suites (Formerly Chantella Suites) , Ikeja

7.5 Excellent From 26 reviews
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₦26,000

Cross River

Transcorp Hotels , Calabar

7.8 Excellent From 45 reviews
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₦50,000

Abuja

The Francis Hotel , Abuja

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₦15,000

Delta

The Rodinia Hotel , Asaba

10 Excellent From 1 reviews
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₦22,500

Delta

Best Western Plus Wetland Hotel , Warri

8.1 Excellent From 3 reviews
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₦141,570

Lagos

The Wheatbaker Hotel Lagos , Ikoyi

5.1 Excellent From 9 reviews

About Nigeria

Nigeria which has its capital city in Abuja has 687 inbound flights with 3.5 million yearly passengers. The peak travel time for visitors coming into Nigeria is November - December as it marks the beginning of the dry season - one of the only climate seasons in Nigeria, the other being wet season - and there are a lot more shows and happening around the country, especially in Lagos, its former capital city. Nigeria is home to 250 ethnic groups and has a rich and diverse culture with many foods and different religions. Its most popular foods are rice, pounded yam, oily vegetable soups, and the country is predominantly split between the Christian majority in the South and Muslim majority in the North. English is the official language in Nigeria, but you will often hear the locals speaking pidgin English, Yoruba, and Igbo.

Nigeria has 13 local airports, and the fastest way to move about the country is through airplanes because of how wide the country is, and the roads and trains are not in good shape. For intra-city travel, there are a lot of public buses and taxis for transport. For travelers coming into Nigeria, it is advised that they avoid many cities in the North and South of Nigeria. The safest cities to visit are those in the West including Lagos, Abuja, and Ibadan, home to the Yoruba people.

Nigeria is rich in natural sights and wildlife reserves. Lagos, its most populous city, is the commercial hub of the country and home to sandy beaches, bustling markets, and great restaurants. If you are ever in Lagos, you should attend the Lagos festival, Felabration, Afropolitan vibes, and Eyo festival, a festival of masqueraded white-costumed men dancing across the streets of Lagos. You can venture into other cities in the West of Nigeria to experience the Ojude Oba festival in Ogun and the Osun festival in Osun. Or explore Calabar in December, which has one of the most colorful festivals in Nigeria. While in Nigeria, you should visit Abuja which has the most advanced road infrastructure in the country and a modern skyline, Abuja is a state unlike any other in the country.

There are over 5,000 places of interest to visit across Nigeria. Some of the most fascinating attractions to visit in Nigeria include:

  • Lekki Conservation center: A rainforest with canopy walks where you can spot wild animals and admire beautiful gardens.
  • Osun Osogbo grove: A sacred rainforest grove with artistic carvings and sculptures dating 300+ years).
  • Olumo rock: A mysterious rock that sheltered many Yoruba people during wars.
  • Yankari Game Reserve: A naturally occurring reserve with clear springs, beautiful green land, and a safari.
  • Kajuru castle: A medieval-styled German castle with luxury bedrooms, pools, and sauna that make for a perfect weekend getaway.

There are over 10,000 hotels and apartments to stay in Nigeria so you will be spoiled for choice especially when in Lagos.

Common Questions Travellers Ask About Nigeria

Is it safe to work in Nigeria

It depends on your nationality, place of work, and race. There are not a lot of White people living in Nigeria so walking around town as a White person in the rural parts of Nigeria will fetch you stares from the locals. In terms of places to stay, you should live in Abuja or Lagos. Do everything to avoid the North East and Southern states unless you have an escort.

What are the mobile network operators and internet service providers in Nigeria?

There are over 4 mobile network operators and about 9 internet service providers in Nigeria. You can checkout the list of network operators in Nigeria and also details about each of them.

How do I travel out of Nigeria?

For Nigerians looking to travel out of the country. You can check out the list of destinations, how to Get Visa to those countries, their Embassies and Visa Free Countries for Nigerian passport holders

Nigeria key facts

Capital: Abuja

Languages Spoken: English

Demonym: Nigerian

Currency Name: Nigerian naira

Currency Code: NGN

Currency Symbol: ₦

Where are you going?

Ibadan

437 Hotels and Homes

Calabar

289 Hotels and Homes

Benin

230 Hotels and Homes

Abuja

212 Hotels and Homes

Abeokuta

154 Hotels and Homes

Asaba

132 Hotels and Homes

Aba

118 Hotels and Homes

Yenagoa

106 Hotels and Homes

Akure

98 Hotels and Homes

Awka

97 Hotels and Homes

Enugu

91 Hotels and Homes

Ado Ekiti

91 Hotels and Homes

Badagry

77 Hotels and Homes

Abakaliki

68 Hotels and Homes

Independence Layout

64 Hotels and Homes

Apapa

64 Hotels and Homes

Alimosho

61 Hotels and Homes

Eket

58 Hotels and Homes

Ajah

58 Hotels and Homes

Yaba

55 Hotels and Homes

Ajao Estate

45 Hotels and Homes

Bauchi

42 Hotels and Homes

Agege

39 Hotels and Homes

Festac

38 Hotels and Homes

Gwagwalada

37 Hotels and Homes

Asokoro

36 Hotels and Homes

Dutse

28 Hotels and Homes

Ikot Abasi

27 Hotels and Homes

Auchi

26 Hotels and Homes

Amuwo-Odofin

26 Hotels and Homes