Monday, February 8, 2016

Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos

Introduction: Found on the banks of upscale Victoria Island, the Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos, V.I. affords guests with beautiful views of the up-and-coming city and the lovely Lagos Lagoon. The hotel’s position is well suited for business travelers and pleasure seekers alike because of its proximity to corporate headquarters, banking districts, consulates and attractions like Bar Beach and several shopping malls. Choose from our 170 rooms and suites styled by Swedish designer Christian Lundwall, each with Free high-speed, wireless Internet, air conditioning and great views of the lagoon or the city. Dine on international cuisine or local dishes from Lagos at the hotel’s Voyage Restaurant, savor a meal outside on the terrace at Surface Bar & Grill and sip your favorite mixed drink while looking over the lagoon at the hotel’s bar The View. Stay in shape with our well-equipped fitness center, and let all your stress melt away in our wellness area, which offers a massage room, steam room and outdoor infinity pool. For event planners, we offer 6 versatile meeting facilities that can host business events, weddings and other special occasions.

Above information is how the hotel presents itself on their website.

Below is my experience based on a one-night stay at the property.

My arrival experience: Warm welcome from Daniel Lordis, the Director of Sales & Marketing. Quick check-in before being escorted to the room.
What I loved: The contemporary design.
What about the food: Good food and vegetarian-friendly. The service at the restaurant much better than you can expect in Nigeria.
What about the service: Great and professional service in all areas of the hotel. I was pleasantly surprised.
What about the rooms: One of the best rooms I have seen from Radisson Blu anywhere. My room had a beautiful, contemporary design, comfortable bed, working desk, flat screen Tv, bathtub and separate rain shower in the bathroom.
Number of rooms: 170.
Website: www.radissonblu.com/en/hotel-lagos
Type of property: City hotel.
Location: Lagos, Nigeria.
Facilities: Pool, gym, spa and business/meeting facilities.
Complimentary internet: Yes and faster than expected. You can do calls and watch videos.
My overall impression: Great experience. It's underrated.