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Protea Hotel by Marriott Ikeja Select
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Protea Hotel by Marriott Ikeja Select

Plot 2 Assbifi Road Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
from $148

Protea Hotel by Marriott Ikeja Select is a solid 4-star pick in Ikeja, Lekki — comfortable rooms and a base that keeps Tarkwa Bay Beach close.

Guests typically choose Ikeja for its balance of location and price; Protea Hotel by Marriott Ikeja Select is a good fit if you want to be near the action in Lekki.

Rates shift with the season and with demand, so the live price on the booking page is always the one to trust — tap through for tonight's or your dates' real availability.

Good to know

Class
4-star
Area
Ikeja
Guest rating
4.3 (3381)
from
$148
Address
Plot 2 Assbifi Road Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria

Where to stay

Best time to visit Lekki, month by month

November to February is the dry season and the peak: harmattan haze in December and January, average highs around 32°C, and hotel rates in Phase 1 climbing 20-40% around Detty December, the Lagos festival run that pulls in diaspora crowds for Afro Nation, Flytime Fest and countless beach parties at Landmark and Elegushi. Book Phase 1 and Oniru rooms by early October or you will pay walk-in rates. March and April are hot and humid, with the first rains arriving late April; prices dip about 15% from the December peak.

May through mid-July is the main rainy season — expect flooding on Admiralty Way, Freedom Way and the Lekki-Epe Expressway after heavy downpours, and factor an extra 30-60 minutes into any trip. This is the cheapest window, with mid-range hotels in Ikate and Agungi often at 25-35% off peak. August brings the short dry spell locals call the August break, September and October are wet again but manageable, and rates start climbing from mid-November as Christmas returnee bookings lock in.

Getting around Lekki: car, bus, and the expressway reality

A car — your own driver, a hired one, or Uber/Bolt/inDrive — is genuinely necessary in Lekki. There is no rail on the peninsula; the Blue Line ends at Marina and the Red Line runs Agbado to Oyingbo, so neither helps you east of Ikoyi. BRT buses run the Lekki-Epe Expressway from CMS through Ajah to Abraham Adesanya, useful if you are patient and travelling light, but they do not enter estates like Chevron, Agungi or Nicon Town.

Distances look short and drive long. Phase 1 to Ajah is about 18 km but 40-90 minutes depending on the Lekki toll gate and school-run traffic. VI to Chevron is 12 km, typically 30-50 minutes. Ibeju-Lekki and Eleko are 45-70 km from Phase 1 and easily two hours each way. Danfo minibuses and okadas exist but okadas are banned on the expressway and most of Lekki, so do not plan around them. Budget ₦8,000-₦15,000 a day for Bolt if you are hopping between two or three areas.

How many nights in Lekki and a sensible first-timer plan

Four to five nights is the right length for a first visit. Any less and the traffic eats your itinerary; any more and you will want to add Epe, Badagry or a domestic flight to Calabar or Abuja. Base yourself in Lekki Phase 1 or Oniru for the whole stay rather than moving — changing hotels mid-trip in Lagos costs you half a day each time.

A workable shape: day one, Lekki Conservation Centre canopy walk and dinner on Admiralty Way; day two, Nike Art Gallery in Ikate and Landmark Beach in Oniru; day three, a full day at Ilashe or La Campagne Tropicana beach in Ibeju-Lekki; day four, Lekki Arts and Crafts Market, Terra Kulture on VI and Freedom Park on Lagos Island; day five, brunch in Ikoyi and departure. Add a sixth night if you want Lakowe Lakes golf or a slow day at Eleko Beach.

Questions, answered

Where is Protea Hotel by Marriott Ikeja Select located?
Protea Hotel by Marriott Ikeja Select is in Ikeja, Lekki (Plot 2 Assbifi Road Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria), close to Tarkwa Bay Beach.
How much does Protea Hotel by Marriott Ikeja Select cost per night?
Recent rates started around $148 per night, but prices are set live — check the booking page for your exact dates.
How many stars is Protea Hotel by Marriott Ikeja Select?
Protea Hotel by Marriott Ikeja Select is a 4-star hotel in Lekki.
Is Protea Hotel by Marriott Ikeja Select a good hotel?
Guests rate it 4.3 across 3381 reviews. It's an upscale choice for Lekki.
Which month is cheapest to visit Lekki?
June is typically the cheapest month, sitting in the middle of the main rainy season when leisure demand collapses. Mid-range hotels in Ikate, Chevron and Agungi commonly drop 25-35% below their December rates. May and September are almost as cheap. The trade-off is real: expect flash flooding on Admiralty Way and the Lekki-Epe Expressway after heavy rain, and pack for 28-31°C with high humidity.
How many nights do I need in Lekki?
Four to five nights is the right answer for most visitors. That gives you two days inside Lekki proper for Lekki Conservation Centre, Nike Art Gallery and Landmark Beach, one day for Ibeju-Lekki beaches like Eleko or La Campagne Tropicana, and a day for Ikoyi and Lagos Island sights like Freedom Park and Terra Kulture. Three nights only works if you skip the beach day. Anything over six nights is better spent adding Epe, Badagry or a domestic trip.
How do I get from Murtala Muhammed Airport to Lekki?
The straight answer is a pre-booked car or Bolt/Uber from the airport in Ikeja to Lekki, roughly 35-45 km depending on your area. Expect 60-90 minutes off-peak and 2-3 hours in Lagos rush hour, with fares around ₦15,000-₦30,000 to Lekki Phase 1 in 2024. Most hotels will arrange an airport pickup for ₦25,000-₦45,000 which is worth it on a first arrival. Do not take unmetered taxis touting inside the terminal.
Do I need a car to stay in Lekki?
Yes, effectively. There is no rail serving the Lekki peninsula, okadas are banned on the expressway and inside most estates, and walking between areas is not realistic because of distances and missing pavements. Bolt, Uber and inDrive cover Lekki well and are the standard option — budget ₦8,000-₦15,000 a day if you are moving between two or three areas. A hired car with driver runs ₦25,000-₦40,000 a day and is worth it if you are going to Ibeju-Lekki or Epe.
Is Lekki better for families or couples?
Both work, but the choice of area differs. Families do well in serviced apartments in Lekki Phase 1, Chevron or Osapa London where you get a kitchen, a pool and quiet estate streets, plus easy runs to Hard Rock Cafe and Lekki Conservation Centre’s canopy walk. Couples tend to prefer Oniru or a beach resort in Ibeju-Lekki or Lakowe for the weekend, with dinners on Admiralty Way. Ajah and Sangotedo are cheaper but the expressway commute makes them a poor family base.
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