Landmark Beach
Oniru, Victoria Island · About 10 minutes from the hotel
Lagos' best-known managed beach, with cabanas, beach sports, restaurants and live music at weekends. Ideal for a relaxed afternoon by the Atlantic.
Local guide
Things to do in Victoria Island, Lagos
Victoria Island is where Lagos does business by day and comes alive by night. Here are our team's favourite beaches, galleries and landmarks within easy reach of Ikad Hotel & Suites Victoria Island.
Beach & leisure
Lekki–Ikoyi Link Bridge
Lekki / Ikoyi · About 15 minutes from the hotel
The cable-stayed bridge is a favourite early-morning and evening spot for walkers, joggers and photographers, with views across the lagoon.
Lekki Conservation Centre
Lekki · About 30–45 minutes from the hotel
A nature reserve famous for one of Africa's longest canopy walkways, plus boardwalks through wetland forest where you may spot monkeys and birds.
Tarkwa Bay Beach
Lagos Harbour · Short drive + boat ride from the hotel
A sheltered, calm-water beach reached by boat from jetties in Victoria Island and Ikoyi. A popular day trip for swimming and seafood.
Culture
Terra Kulture
Victoria Island · About 10 minutes from the hotel
An arts centre with a theatre, gallery, bookshop and Nigerian restaurant: a great evening out and one of the best places to catch a stage play in Lagos.
Freedom Park
Lagos Island · About 20–30 minutes from the hotel
A former colonial prison turned into a leafy cultural park with concerts, art exhibitions, food and craft markets in the heart of Lagos Island.
Nike Art Gallery
Lekki · About 30–45 minutes from the hotel
A multi-storey gallery with thousands of works of Nigerian art, from adire textiles to contemporary painting. A must for art lovers and souvenir hunters.
Business
Eko Hotel Roundabout & Adetokunbo Ademola Street
Victoria Island · A short walk from the hotel
Our doorstep. One of Victoria Island's busiest junctions, lined with banks, corporate offices, restaurants, lounges and event venues, including the Eko Hotels & Suites convention centre.
Eko Atlantic City
Victoria Island · About 10 minutes from the hotel
The new waterfront district built on reclaimed land, home to modern office towers, the Ocean Drive promenade and some of the city's most striking views.
Getting around
Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Ikeja · About 45–90 minutes from the hotel
Lagos' main international airport. Journey times depend heavily on traffic, so allow extra time at rush hour. Our front desk can advise on transfers.
Local tips for your visit
- Getting around
- Ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Bolt work well across Victoria Island, Ikoyi and Lekki. Avoid the evening rush (roughly 4–8pm) for cross-city trips where you can.
- Best time to visit
- The dry season (roughly November to March) brings sunny beach days and Lagos' famous December festive season ("Detty December") of concerts and events. Book early for December.
- Money
- The Nigerian naira (₦) is used everywhere. Cards and bank transfers are widely accepted in Victoria Island, but carry some cash for markets and small vendors.
- Staying connected
- All Ikad rooms include free high-speed Wi-Fi, and local SIM cards are easy to buy with ID if you want mobile data on the go.
Travel times are typical estimates by car and can be much longer at rush hour. Opening hours and prices change, so check with each venue before you go. Our front desk is always happy to help.
Stay at the centre of it all
Ikad Hotel & Suites Victoria Island is by the Eko Hotel Roundabout, with rooms from ₦40,000 per night, 24/7 power and free Wi-Fi.