Lekki is a long peninsula on the southeast edge of Lagos, with the Atlantic Ocean to the south, Lagos Lagoon to the north and Lekki Lagoon to the east. It adjoins Victoria Island and Ikoyi to the west. Much of it is still under construction, and it takes in gated residential developments, farmland, a free trade zone, an airport and a sea port under construction, and the Lekki Conservation Centre.
For a visitor, the useful way to think about Lekki is as a long north–south and east–west strip rather than a compact centre. The western end sits against Victoria Island and Ikoyi, which is the part most visitors use as a base; the eastern end runs towards the Free Trade Zone and the deep-sea port. This guide covers which areas to base yourself in, and what each is like for transport, noise and access to the sights.
Best areas to stay in Lekki
1. Lekki Phase 1
Lekki Phase 1 is the neighbourhood at the western end of the peninsula, adjoining Victoria Island and Ikoyi. It has a reputation for some of the most expensive real estate in Lagos State, so expect the most polished residential streets and the widest choice of places to stay in the city.
This is the most practical base for first-time visitors, because it puts you closest to the Lagos city proper side of the peninsula and makes the rest of Lekki reachable along the main axis. It suits travellers who want to be near the western end of the city and are willing to pay for it.
2. Agungi
Agungi is a neighbourhood along the Lekki axis, reached from streets off the main roads. It is a residential area with accommodation in the form of hotels and suites, and it sits between the western end of the peninsula and the longer eastern stretch.
It suits visitors who want a quieter, more residential setting than the western tip while staying on the Lekki corridor. Because it is off the main road, plan on using the main axis to reach the rest of Lekki and the city.
3. The Lekki–Epe Expressway corridor around Abraham Adesanya Roundabout
The Lekki–Epe Expressway runs the length of the peninsula, and the area around the Abraham Adesanya Roundabout is a recognisable point along it. Accommodation here is oriented to the road, which makes it a straightforward base if your plans take you up and down the Lekki axis.
It suits travellers who expect to move around the peninsula rather than stay in one spot, and who want to be on the main connection between the western end and the eastern end. Expect traffic noise from the expressway, and note that distances along the peninsula are long.
4. Aja
Aja is a neighbourhood in the Lekki area, with accommodation on its residential streets. It is a local, lived-in part of the peninsula rather than a resort strip.
It suits budget-conscious travellers and those who prefer a residential setting to a hotel district. As with the rest of Lekki, getting to the western end and to the Conservation Centre means travelling along the peninsula's main roads.
Where to stay on a budget, mid-range or splurge
- Budget: guesthouses and smaller hotels, often on residential streets in areas such as Aja and Agungi, with basic rooms and fewer facilities.
- Mid-range: hotels and suites along the Lekki–Epe Expressway corridor and in the residential neighbourhoods, with more space and more reliable services.
- Splurge: larger hotels and serviced accommodation in Lekki Phase 1, where the real estate is the most expensive in Lagos State and the choice of places to stay is widest.
Best area for a first visit
Lekki Phase 1 is the best area for a first visit. It adjoins Victoria Island and Ikoyi, so it keeps you closest to the western end of Lagos while still being on the Lekki peninsula. It also has the widest range of accommodation, from budget rooms to the most expensive addresses in the state.
Frequently asked questions
Where in Lekki should I stay if I want to be near Victoria Island and Ikoyi?
Lekki Phase 1, at the western end of the peninsula, adjoins both Victoria Island and Ikoyi. It is the closest part of Lekki to the city proper.
Which part of Lekki is quietest?
The residential neighbourhoods away from the Lekki–Epe Expressway, such as Agungi and Aja, are quieter than the expressway corridor. The expressway itself carries the peninsula's main traffic.
How do I get around Lekki from my base?
The Lekki–Epe Expressway runs the length of the peninsula and is the main connection between the western end, the residential neighbourhoods and the eastern end towards the Free Trade Zone. Distances are long, so choose your base according to which end of Lekki you need most.
Is there anywhere to stay near the Lekki Conservation Centre?
The Conservation Centre is in Lekki, and the accommodation areas described above are all on the same peninsula. From any of them you reach the centre along the peninsula's main roads.
Compare live prices for the areas above with the booking tools on this page before you decide where to base yourself.