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Shortlet spaces
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Shortlet spaces

Lekki Epe Expressway, Nigeria

Shortlet spaces is an economical option in Lekki Phase 1, Lekki, handy for travellers focused on Atican Beach and the main sights.

Guests typically choose Lekki Phase 1 for its balance of location and price; Shortlet spaces is a good fit if you want to be near the action in Lekki.

Because pricing is set live by the hotel and its suppliers, the figure shown here is a recent snapshot; check the current rate for your exact dates before booking.

Key facts

Area
Lekki Phase 1
Address
Lekki Epe Expressway, Nigeria

What’s included

Air conditioning Balcony Free Wifi Internet access Kitchen Kitchenette Minibar Non smoking rooms Swimming pool TV Terrace Washing Machine

What Lekki hotels actually cost in 2024

Budget rooms in Lekki start around ₦25,000–₦45,000 a night in Ajah, Sangotedo, Ikota and outer Chevron. At this level expect an inverter for outage cover, a small generator, unreliable hot water and no restaurant to speak of. Mid-range, ₦60,000–₦130,000, is the sweet spot in Ikate, Agungi and Phase 2 — 24-hour power, a working pool or gym, breakfast included, and a reception that can actually order you a Bolt. Serviced apartments in Osapa London and Ikate at ₦90,000–₦180,000 are often better value than hotels for stays over four nights.

Top-end in Phase 1 and Oniru runs ₦200,000–₦600,000, with the Radisson Blu Anchorage, Lekki Coliseum and a handful of Oniru boutiques at the upper end. Rates spike in December (add 40–70%), during major concerts at Eko Hotel or Livespot Entertarium, and around the Lagos Photo Festival in November. Most Lekki hotels quote in naira but a few Phase 1 properties still price in dollars — always confirm which, and whether the 7.5% VAT and 5% consumption tax are included.

The Lekki booking trap: address, tolls and generator noise

The one thing no one tells you: a Lekki address on a booking site is not the same as being in Lekki. Listings marked "Lekki" routinely turn out to be in Ajah, Sangotedo or even Awoyaya, 20–35 km further out along the expressway, past the second toll gate. Check the actual street and cross-reference on Google Maps against the Lekki roundabouts (Phase 1 gate, Ikate/Chevron/Jakande roundabouts) before you book. The Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge toll is ₦300 each way for cars and the Admiralty Circle toll on the expressway is ₦350 — small money, but a Bolt driver may refuse the trip or ask you to cover it in cash.

The second trap is noise. Diesel generators run through PHCN outages, and a cheap room facing the genset housing will keep you up all night — ask for a room away from the back of the building. Third: the beach hotels in Ibeju-Lekki and Eleko (La Campagne Tropicana, Amen Estate area) look close on a map but are 60–75 km from VI, and there is nothing to do outside the resort gates, so treat them as destinations rather than bases.

Where to stay in Lekki: choosing between Phase 1, Ikate, Chevron and Ajah

Lekki Phase 1 is where most first-time visitors should stay: it sits right after Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge, puts you 10 minutes from Victoria Island and gives you the highest concentration of restaurants along Admiralty Way. Rates here are the steepest on the peninsula, typically ₦90,000–₦250,000 a night. Ikate and Lekki Phase 2, one roundabout further out along Lekki-Epe Expressway, cut 20–30% off the price for essentially the same access. Oniru, technically between VI and Lekki, is the pick if you want the beach clubs at Landmark within walking distance.

Chevron, Agungi, Osapa London and Jakande sit between the second and third roundabouts and suit longer stays or business travellers visiting the Chevron and Shell offices. Ajah, Sangotedo and Awoyaya are 25–40 km from VI and price accordingly — often ₦40,000–₦80,000 for the same standard of room — but the commute back inbound after 7am is brutal. Ibeju-Lekki, Eleko and Lakowe are worth it only if your trip is built around Dangote Refinery, La Campagne Tropicana or the Lakowe Lakes golf course; from Eleko back to Phase 1 is a 90-minute drive on a good day.

Questions, answered

Where is Shortlet spaces located?
Shortlet spaces is in Lekki Phase 1, Lekki (Lekki Epe Expressway, Nigeria), close to Atican Beach.
How much does Shortlet spaces cost per night?
Prices are set live by the hotel — check the booking page for a real rate for your dates.
Do I need to rent a car in Lekki?
No, and most visitors shouldn't. Bolt, Uber and LagRide cover the entire peninsula from Phase 1 to Ajah with typical fares of ₦2,500–₦6,000 within Lekki and ₦4,000–₦9,000 to VI or Ikoyi. If you need a car for a full day of meetings, hire one with a driver for ₦25,000–₦50,000 — driving yourself on the Lekki-Epe Expressway without knowing the informal rules of Lagos traffic is genuinely risky. The BRT along the expressway is ₦500–₦1,000 and useful for long stretches during gridlock.
Is Lekki good for families or better for couples?
Lekki works for both, but the areas differ. Families do well in Ikate, Agungi and Osapa London in serviced apartments with pools (₦90,000–₦180,000), close to Circle Mall, the Lekki Conservation Centre canopy walk and Hans and René ice cream. Couples lean towards Phase 1, Oniru and the boutique hotels near Landmark Beach for the restaurant density and nightlife. Ibeju-Lekki beach resorts like La Campagne Tropicana suit families for a self-contained 2-3 night stay, but there is nothing to walk to outside the gates.
What should I book early for a Lekki trip?
Book December accommodation by early October — Phase 1, Oniru and Ikate hotels routinely sell out for the 20 December to 3 January window, and Afro Nation and Flytime concert weeks fill up fast. Restaurant reservations for Nok by Alara, Z Kitchen and RSVP need at least a week ahead on Fridays and Saturdays. Boat trips to Ilashe or Tarkwa Bay through Tarkwa Bay Boats or Ilashe Beach Resort should be booked two to three days out. Everything else — Ubers, day-of dinners in Ikate, the Lekki Arts and Crafts Market — is fine walk-up.
What is the typical nightly rate for a hotel in Lekki?
The typical mid-range rate in Lekki is ₦60,000–₦130,000 a night in 2024, for a room with 24-hour power, breakfast and a functional pool or gym in Ikate, Agungi or Phase 2. Budget rooms in Ajah and Sangotedo start around ₦25,000–₦45,000 with basic inverter power. Top-end Phase 1 and Oniru properties run ₦200,000–₦600,000. Add 7.5% VAT and 5% consumption tax if not included in the quoted rate, and expect a 40–70% December surcharge.
Is Lekki walkable?
No, Lekki is not walkable in the way European or North American cities are — distances are long, pavements are patchy and the heat and humidity make anything over 15 minutes uncomfortable most of the year. The exceptions are pockets: within Lekki Phase 1 you can walk Admiralty Way between restaurants, Oniru around Landmark Beach and Twin Waters works on foot, and Circle Mall in Jakande is fine once you are there. For anything else, use Bolt. Do not try to walk along the Lekki-Epe Expressway service lanes.
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