LagosMar Story Hotel

Location, friendly staff, great breakfast, very clean

Everything. I cannot praise the staff enough. We arrived 2 hours early, we were let leave our suitcases in the room while they finished cleaning the room - which only took 10 minutes. The man at reception was extremely friendly and helpful. The cleaning staff were very friendly & pleasant. The room had a tea & coffee making facility. We did not have a balcony as we hadn't booked a room with one but saw one which looked spacious and nice. We were on the ground floor and there was no noise from the street, despite being right at the edge of the old town. In the reception area there were free English language papers, water, coffee and biscuits, for people to help themselves to. The breakfast was a buffet, with ample choice, again all the staff was friendly & helpful. And there was a lovely large rooftop terrace, which was very peaceful and looked over towards the port and beach area of Lagos or the old town rooftops. We were able to leave our suitcases there after check out, which is 12 noon, until we were ready to collect them later. This is an amazing hotel, very reasonable yet it provides everything you want. All areas are spotless. The staff however make it a special place. I cannot praise them enough.

The hotel offered great value, though I cannot comment on breakfast. The hotels position could not be bettered. Turn right and a few yards down the bank and you are in the main square. Go down the steps almost in front of the hotel and you are on the river front. Turn left, and you’re only steps away from the Mare restaurant, (on top of the fish market) with the best views in Lagos. Yet, although so central, it was a very quiet street. I have some walking difficulties, but I managed fine. The staff in the hotel were excellent without exception, going above and beyond where they could. The cleanliness of the hotel is also worthy of mention. We enjoyed our tiled balcony, (no view but not overlooked), and also the rooftop terrace with brilliant views out to sea and the city.

Superb location - central. Down a few stairs finds one in a square by the taxi rank and bus stop. Many good restaurants and bars and shopping easily accessed from nearby hotel. Our room had very comfortable twin beds (requested) and was a good size. The bathroom was a good size and both room and bathroom were very clean. This hotel is older, decor somewhat dated, but is very very clean.

The hotel is situated right near the Lagos Old Town Center, tucked away in a pretty alley. The staff were incredible and each one of them were incredibly kind and helpful. They are probably the most helpful hotel staff I have ever interacted with. The room was spacious and clean. There is enough space to store your luggage. There is breakfast available for 12 euros/person (which I did not try).