Where to Stay in Festac Town, Lagos: A Simple Guide

Festac Town is a planned residential town in Amuwo-Odofin, on the Lagos mainland. It was built for the 1977 World Black and African Festival of Arts and Culture, which is where the name "FESTAC" comes from. Today it is a busy part of Lagos with markets, restaurants, schools and offices, and a good base if you are visiting family, attending an event on the mainland or working in the area.

What to check before you book a hotel in Festac

• The exact address. Hotels near Festac are sometimes listed under other districts. Look the address up on a map and check the street, not just the name of the area.
• Reception hours. If your flight lands late or you will be out in the evening, choose a hotel with a 24-hour front desk.
• Room types and what is in them. Air conditioning, an ensuite bathroom, a wardrobe and a work-friendly space matter more than a long list of extras.
• Wi-Fi, parking and room service. Ask whether Wi-Fi is free, whether parking is included, and when the kitchen takes orders.
• Cancellation terms. Read them before you pay, especially in December, when plans change often.
• Airport transfers. The airport is around 45 minutes away by car, depending on traffic, so ask whether the hotel can arrange a pickup.

What a stay at Rownez Resort includes

Rownez Resort is at Plot 907, 14 Cavera Road, 1st Avenue, Festac Town. The front desk is open 24 hours and room service runs around the clock. You can choose a Standard room, a Deluxe room or a Suite, and there is free Wi-Fi, free parking, a restaurant, a bar, a swimming pool and a gym on site. Laundry service is available, and you can add an airport pickup when you book.

See the rooms and suites, read our page on the hotel in Festac Town, or check availability for your dates.

Visiting for an event?

If you are in town for a wedding, a meeting or a birthday, book rooms early and ask about group arrangements. We also host small celebrations and meetings: see events in Festac.