Lodging demand is surging across Nigeria, filling hotel rooms, energising restaurants, and keeping conference halls busy.
From business travellers attending conferences in Abuja to holidaymakers exploring Lagos, hotels are enjoying a lively comeback after years of subdued activity.
Surging Lodging Demand
For example, Transcorp Hilton Abuja welcomed more guests, boosting room bookings, dining, and event activity, which helped the hotel push revenue up nearly 50% in the first nine months of 2025 compared with last year.
Similarly, Ikeja Hotel’s Sheraton Lagos attracted both domestic and international visitors, increasing room occupancy and restaurant sales, particularly during the leisure-heavy second and third quarters.
Corporate And Leisure Boost
Analysts explain that Nigeria’s gradual economic recovery, increased corporate spending, and the post-pandemic return of conferences, exhibitions, and entertainment events drive the sector’s growth.
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In addition, government initiatives promoting domestic tourism encourage travellers to return to the country’s top destinations.
Rising Costs, Strong Demand
Rising costs, however, present challenges.
Hotels in Lagos and Abuja raised room rates by about 40% to offset higher fuel, import, and maintenance expenses.
Despite this, guests continue to arrive, drawn by renovated rooms, upgraded facilities, and improved dining experiences.
Across Africa, hotel developers are constructing over 500 properties, signalling renewed confidence in the region’s hospitality market.
Consequently, Nigeria’s lodging sector is not only filling rooms but also thriving, reclaiming its role as a hub for business, leisure, and cultural experiences.
