Lagos Oriental Hotel

On the banks of Five Cowries Creek overlooking Lagos Island, this upmarket hotel is 2 km from the white sands of Bar Beach, and 5 km from the Nigerian National Museum. Sleek, polished rooms come with Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities; some have water views. Upgraded rooms include sitting areas and safes, and some have minibars and separate living rooms. Room service is offered 24/7. There's a refined Asian restaurant, a coffee shop and a bar/lounge. Other amenities include a business centre, a gym, and an outdoor pool overlooking the creek.