Title: The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar Hotel in Calabar with free airport shuttle and nightclub ![Poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10110000/10106700/10106660/61ec791b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10110000/10106700/10106660/7613180a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10110000/10106700/10106660/a75987b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10110000/10106700/10106660/c1e49bdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10110000/10106700/10106660/a773a4d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar sits in the heart of the city, offering an urban retreat where travelers can unwind at the poolside bar after a match on the tennis court. The hotel provides high-speed public WiFi throughout and features a coffee shop for casual refreshments. VIP Access 4.8 ## Popular amenities - Free airport shuttle - Pool - Bar - Gym - Breakfast available - Room service £110 includes taxes & fees 17 Sept - 18 Sept VIP Access ### Get more when you're a member - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=10106660&PinnedHotelID=10106660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=10106660&PinnedHotelID=10106660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 17 - Sept 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=10106660&PinnedHotelID=10106660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=10106660&PinnedHotelID=10106660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=10106660&PinnedHotelID=10106660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=10106660&PinnedHotelID=10106660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=10106660&PinnedHotelID=10106660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=10106660&PinnedHotelID=10106660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Room, Poolside | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10110000/10106700/10106660/a6e96ea5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, Poolside ### Highlights Soundproofed Fireplace Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Shower/bath combination - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10110000/10106700/10106660/bfb8c6f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Fireplace Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Shower/bath combination - 237 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCalabar-Hotels-Transcorp-Hotels.h10106660.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCalabar-Hotels-Transcorp-Hotels.h10106660.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Calabar, The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar is in the city centre. Local points of interest include U. J. Esuene Stadium, Millenium Park, and Calabar Museum. [Visit our Calabar travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calabar.dx785) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C4.96970%2C8.32803&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=unROU0LHq1sNyrrtd79fxxr-XNE=) 10 Murtala Mohammed Highway, Cross River State, Calabar, 540281 ### What's nearby - U. J. Esuene Stadium - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Millenium Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Calabar Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - National Archives of Nigeria - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles - Calabar International Convention Centre - 13 min drive - 6.8 miles ### Getting around - Uyo (QUO-Akwa Ibom) - 109 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Fish Park - ‬3 min drive - ‪Big munch garden - ‬3 min drive - ‪BAYS BAR - ‬18 min walk - ‪PATO's FISH - ‬3 min drive - ‪Crunchies - ‬2 min drive ## About this property ### The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar Upscale hotel in the city centre At The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar, you can look forward to a free return airport shuttle, a nightclub and a poolside bar. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and a banquet hall - Multilingual staff, 3 meeting rooms and tour/ticket information - Wedding services, a lift and a 24-hour front desk Room features All 130 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and safes. More amenities include: - Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour free return airport shuttle - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: NGN 3,000 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A poolside bar - A restaurant ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Children's pool - Gym - Nightclub - Outdoor pool - Outdoor tennis court ### Family friendly - Children's pool - In-room cot - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 3 meeting rooms - Business centre - Conference centre (4,575 square foot of space) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business centre - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchairs on site ### More - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Free cot - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Refrigerator - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Fireplace - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Renovations and closures The property will be renovating from 1 August 2025 to 31 August 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected: - Lift - Exterior - Front desk - Lobby - Tennis courts Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for NGN 4000.0 per day. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NGN 3000 per person - Rollaway bed fee: NGN 4000.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Transcorp Hotels Hotel Calabar Transcorp Hotels Hotel Transcorp Hotels Calabar Transcorp Hotels Transcorp Hotels The Metropolitan Calabar The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar Hotel The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar Calabar The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar Hotel Calabar ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar? > As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar on 17 Sept 2025 start from £110.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calabar-Hotels-Transcorp-Hotels.h10106660.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar? > Checkout is at noon. ### Does The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a free airport shuttle. ### Where is The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar located? > Located in the heart of Calabar, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of U. J. Esuene Stadium and Millenium Park. Calabar Museum and National Archives of Nigeria are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar Reviews 4.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 5.8 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Location ### 5.2 Staff & service ### 7.0 Eco-friendliness ### 5.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 5 ### 4/10 Poor #### Helen 26 Nov 2015 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A shadow of its old self I made reservations online from the US through Travelocity. Upon arriving at the hotel, they could not locate my reservation. After almost 30 minutes, they stated that they could not honor the rate I was charged and for which I had paid Travelocity already and tried to charge me more. I spoke to the Manager and after almost an hour, I placed an international call to Travelocity, USA and they called the hotel and straightened things out. It took over an hour to sort this out and check in. This hotel and staff are unprepared to do business online. ##### Helen ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 13 May 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Terrible experience – not worth the money I had a thoroughly disappointing stay at this hotel. From the moment I arrived, it was clear this was not going to live up to expectations. The hotel had a persistent unpleasant smell—not just in the room but throughout common areas like the lobby. The room itself was extremely worn out and tired-looking. I was initially given the wrong room, which was only corrected after I complained. There were frequent power outages during my stay, often leaving me in complete darkness for several minutes before the generator kicked in. On two occasions, I was given visibly dirty towels, which had to be replaced. The bathroom was poorly stocked with the cheapest quality toilet paper, and the shower pressure was so weak it was barely functional. Most concerning, I experienced constant itching after lying in the bed, which raised questions about cleanliness and hygiene. For over £500 for a 3-night stay, this was absolutely not value for money. I was relieved to leave and would not recommend this hotel under any circumstances. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chidubem 28 Nov 2024 ##### Chidubem Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### OLIVER 1 Oct 2021 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Not impressed, ##### OLIVER Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### WIlson 9 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### WIlson Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Ade, Lagos 25 Dec 2020 Disliked: Staff & service I was denied my already paid reservation and had to go pay for another Mega-hilton hotel and my money is yet to be refunded even now...!!! ##### Ade Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 10 Oct 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 21 Dec 2018 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Fidel (USA) 22 Dec 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good hotel, clean room and environment Hotel is well located for Business and leisure. Accessible to everywhere, secured and clean. Breakfast is rich and staff are good and kind ##### Fidel (USA) ### 2/10 Terrible #### jessica 7 Dec 2016 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### nothing works Basically nothing works in this hotel. They will come and fix things if you ask but it's a struggle and will take hours. Plus they don't want to honor Expedia reservations and payments. ##### jessica ### 2/10 Terrible #### jessica, new york 6 Dec 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### beware! they don't like to honor Expedia bookings!!! Beware!! We booked this hotel and paid for 2 nights at different points during our stay before arriving. Problems with both. We paid to avoid using credit cards in Nigeria and carrying cash and wanted to book through a reliable service like Expedia but Rooms were not ready and staff was rude. Manager unavailable. After a hassle, they eventually gave us rooms on the ground floor in an extremely stuffy mildew smelling room. If you book through Expedia you will be lucky to get a room and will be harassed during your stay. Also room service is terrible. All around awful for a lot of money for this area. Thumbs down!! ##### jessica ### 8/10 Good #### hakeem 31 Oct 2016 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort #### Not well maintained My stay was amazing only that hotels.com still has a great booking issue with Nigerian hotels, you can do a last minute booking. You are more likely going to be turned down ##### hakeem ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 24 May 2016 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Deceptive Description The description of the hotel and rooms made it sound like it was one of their best views. However, when we arrived we were taken outside the main hotel in the rain to a much less desirable room and location. We paid cash separately for one of our team members who came to visit for only one night. After we left, they tried to charge him again. This was very disappointing. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Edmund, Benin City 13 Feb 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### It was worth it! The Transcorp is probably one of the older hotels in Calabar. Although I experienced a bit of delay in getting my reservation confirmed, the staff were quite polite. I was also impressed that the hotel's facilities were still in good order. Overall, I am glad I decided to stay there. ##### Edmund ### 6/10 Okay #### Edmund, Benin City 4 Dec 2015 #### Just okay The hotel is centrally located with courteous staff. The hotel's food is great. I was a bit disappointed with the gym's location, seems pretty off. Overall, it's one of the best in the Calabar town. ##### Edmund ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Abuja Continental Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Abuja-Hotels-Abuja-Continental-Hotel.h24083.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Servigroup Nereo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benidorm-Hotels-Hotel-Servigroup-Nereo.h916817.Hotel-Information) > > [Golden Tulip Ibadan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ibadan-Hotels-Golden-Tulip-Ibadan.h23465599.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Cadaqués](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cadaques-Hotels.d6034595.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Everton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Everton-Liverpool-Hotels.0-n6336702-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Estonia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Estonia.d55.Hotel-Destinations) > > [Fraser Suites Abuja](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Abuja-Hotels-Fraser-Suites-Abuja.h19073892.Hotel-Information) > > [Whitsunday Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-Whitsunday-Apartments.h1655585.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Ben Nevis](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ben-Nevis-Hotels.0-l6088731-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Heights Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-Heights-Hotel.h888814.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel JL No76](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amsterdam-Hotels-Hotel-JL-No76.h4190772.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Hotels in Hampstead](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hampstead-London-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-n6054505-0-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Royal Crest Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Harcourt-Hotels-Royal-Crest-Hotel-Suites.h28935640.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Malgrat de Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Malgrat-De-Mar-Hotels.d6034179.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Balerno Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Balerno-Inn.h41970405.Hotel-Information) > > [Riadh Palms Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sousse-Hotels-Riadh-Palms-Resort-Spa.h1315889.Hotel-Information) > > [Peace Media Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Abuja-Hotels-Peace-Media-Hotels.h24004405.Hotel-Information) > > [Sir Anthony Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arona-Hotels-Sir-Anthony-Hotel.h23293.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Ship Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weybridge-Hotels-Best-Western-Ship-Hotel.h527664.Hotel-Information) > > [Smy Kos Beach & Splash](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kos-Hotels-Smy-Princess-Of-Kos.h870984.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from London (LHR) to Paros (PAS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/pas/london-to-parikia) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Lusaka (LUN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/lun/london-to-lusaka) ### Cars > [Sportscar Car Hire in Playa de las Americas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sportscar-Car-Rentals-In-Playa-De-Las-Americas.d182363-tSportscar.Car-Rental-Guide-Class) ### Packages > [Jeddah Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jeddah.d1680.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Ha Long Bay Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ha-Long-Bay.d6024117.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Anse Intendance Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anse-Intendance-Beach-Mahe-Island.d6117974.Attraction) > > [Monastery Saint Maron - Sanctuary of Saint Charbel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monastery-Saint-Maron-Sanctuary-Of-Saint-Charbel-Hjoula.d553248635921962191.Attraction) > > [Pantelleria Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pantelleria.d2840.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### General > [Visit Santana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santana.dx6025848)