Ten Things To Know About Arguably Nigeria’s Best Hotel

Hospitality industry is considered a niche industry according to global industry standards, as service delivery is one key word that sets hotel chains apart from competition. Nigeria’s case is not an exception as the burgeoning leisure sector experienced the berthing of the latest addition in the form of Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja. The mint fresh facility is set for a grand launch this week

The new hospitality structure boasts of perks that project it as arguably the best that sub Sahara’s economy has witnessed in recent times. The breathtaking interior, look and feel sets it apart from competition. Here are the ten things to know about the Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja.

1. It’s a well-curated space for business and leisure themed travelers; Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja is a launchpad into the aquatic city of splendour nestled by the Atlantic Ocean. Fresh design, immersive points of convergence (PoC) and vibrant restaurants with a fusion of Thai, North Indian, Japanese and Chinese dining make this hotel the ultimate melting pot for individuals with discerning taste for excellence, class and sophistication.

2. From stylish guest rooms and flexible meeting rooms, brasserie and lively bars serving a diverse choice of spirits, wines and cocktails, you can eat, drink, network, play and chill out to your heart’s satisfaction.

3. The icing on the cake is Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja enchanting Azure Grill with indoor-outdoor rooftop lounge and bar, arguably the best on offer in the good old city of Lagos, offering epic skyline and city views, light bites and cocktails to die for.

4. Each of the 250 design-centric driven rooms get you an compromisingly well cushioned bed, a massive walk-in rain like shower that you’ll never want to get out of it’s precincts and free wifi internet connectivity inclusive of wide screen wall mounted casting – YouTube, Netflix, DSTV and more.

5. The dining section of the hotel consists of Koriko & Co – An all day dining Buffet Restaurant located on the upper ground floor of the hotel, then the big ensemble of the Wakame – An upmarket Asian-Fusion Street located on th first floor with a variety of street food from Chinese, Japanese, Thai and Northern Indian cuisine then the Azure Grill located on the first floor with stunning views unto the pool terrace.

6. Located in the upscale and serene Ikeja GRA residential area, Lagos Marriott Hotel sits at the epicenter of the city, It’s a few minutes away from the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) and the Murtala Muhammed Airport (MM2) and General Aviation Terminal (GAT) to connect international and domestic flights. Interestingly, it’s the only hotel in the economic nerve centre of Lagos, Nigeria that boasts of a dedicated lounge for airline cabin crew – Now that’s what you call a masterstroke well delivered with precision and expertise.

7. The multi-billion Naira valued Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja architectural development was engineered with the technical ingenuity of Israeli firm, DORI Construction and CGI Architects with eye catching and breathtaking designs that make this latest hospitality offering a marvelous delight.

8. The Executive Vice-Chairman (EVC), SIFAX Group, Taiwo Afolabi, MON, conceptualized this dream that has been in the offing for a long time, via a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) christened Mac Folly Hospitality Limited under the superintendence of Ogbueshi Chike Ogeah, (Who also wears the cap of Skyway Aviation Handling Company Plc (SAHCO) Vice-Chairman) engineered a process that has come to fruition with a 250 room edifice with the brand signature of renowned hospitality giants Marriott.

9. Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja also boasts of a car park on two underground levels that can accommodate about 350 cars conveniently with adequate security. There’s a lift that takes guests from the underground parking to the lobby of the hotel without any hassles.

10. The ballroom of Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja can accommodate up to 1,000 and 1,200 depending on the spatial arrangement for events, conferences and meetings that can be partitioned via floor plans from expert planners, custom menus and on-site support. The space can also be utilized for weddings, banquets and cocktails and other events.