Title: Beni Gold Hotels Apapa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=31485655&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Beni Gold Hotels Apapa Travelers unwind by the outdoor pool with shaded umbrellas or maintain fitness routines at the 24-hour gym while enjoying tasty meals throughout the day ## Photo gallery for Beni Gold Hotels Apapa ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers - Beni Gold Hotels Apapa (Lagos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31490000/31485700/31485655/3cdc0c1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Plasma TV - Beni Gold Hotels Apapa (Lagos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31490000/31485700/31485655/8a6c6bc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fitness facility - Beni Gold Hotels Apapa (Lagos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31490000/31485700/31485655/adcd9114.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi - Beni Gold Hotels Apapa (Lagos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31490000/31485700/31485655/5fd5e7b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility - Beni Gold Hotels Apapa (Lagos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31490000/31485700/31485655/4aca1ace.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in Apapa, Beni Gold Hotels Apapa offers convenience and comfort. The 24-hour gym, on-site restaurant with three daily meals, outdoor pool with sun loungers, and in-room WiFi are consistently praised by visitors. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Gym £33 includes taxes & fees 24 Jan - 25 Jan ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=31485655&PinnedHotelID=31485655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=31485655&PinnedHotelID=31485655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=31485655&PinnedHotelID=31485655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=31485655&PinnedHotelID=31485655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=31485655&PinnedHotelID=31485655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=31485655&PinnedHotelID=31485655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=31485655&PinnedHotelID=31485655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=31485655&PinnedHotelID=31485655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31490000/31485700/31485655/e70ad18c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Plasma TV Separate bedroom Free bottled water Satellite channels Laptop workspace - 250 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31490000/31485700/31485655/0a9dc2fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Plasma TV Separate bedroom Free bottled water Satellite channels Laptop workspace - 300 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31490000/31485700/31485655/0a9dc2fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Plasma TV Separate bedroom Free bottled water Satellite channels Laptop workspace - 340 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Business Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ![Business Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31490000/31485700/31485655/a38ca657.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Business Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Plasma TV Separate bedroom Free bottled water Satellite channels Laptop workspace - 400 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Lagos travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos.dx2115) ![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%7C6.44346%2C3.36160&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4GsDTaSd5JJ16ownWFRB0uupMtA=) No 19 Liverpool Road, Lagos ### What's nearby - ![University of Lagos, Nigeria: New look of the main gate of Unilag ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111532/fc094002-dc21-4de8-9075-b04f25ef519f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Lagos 13 min drive \- 9.9 miles - Apapa Amusement Park 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Freedom Park 6 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Tafawa Balewa Square 6 min drive \- 3.6 miles - Elegushi Royal Beach 16 min drive \- 10.4 miles ### Getting around - Mobolaji Johnson Station 19 min drive - Lagos (LOS-Murtala Muhammed Intl.) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - Ladcom Bar 6 min drive - Rock View Hotel - Dining Hall 8 min walk - KFC 3 min drive - Hot Wok 7 min drive - Tastee Fried Chicken 6 min drive ## About this property ### Beni Gold Hotels Apapa Hotel located in Apapa Consider a stay at Beni Gold Hotels Apapa and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a 24-hour gym. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk - 3 meeting rooms, concierge services and a front desk safe Room features All guest rooms at Beni Gold Hotels Apapa boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Extra amenities include: - Baths or showers and free toiletries - Plasma TVs with satellite channels - Separate sitting areas, heating and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34570000/34569500/34569432/5dc6119d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fortune Pearl Hotel Alimosho - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=34569432&PinnedHotelID=34569432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19270000/19265500/19265445/67300d9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karma Hotel Apapa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=19265445&PinnedHotelID=19265445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30660000/30652700/30652630/b33b9bc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sweet Savor Hotels & Suites Igando - 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Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room 10 Exceptional 1 review £29 includes taxes & fees 1 Feb - 2 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=104838275&PinnedHotelID=104838275&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 12 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - 3 meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Plasma TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Free bottled water ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Heating - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 15 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 12 per person - Airport shuttle fee: USD 17 per vehicle (one-way) 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 Property Registration Number 1027437 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 This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Beni Gold Hotels Apapa Hotel Beni Gold Hotels Apapa Hotel Beni Gold Hotels Apapa Lagos Beni Gold Hotels Apapa Hotel Lagos ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Beni Gold Hotels Apapa have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Beni Gold Hotels Apapa? ### Is Beni Gold Hotels Apapa pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Beni Gold Hotels Apapa? ### What time is check-in at Beni Gold Hotels Apapa? ### What time is check-out at Beni Gold Hotels Apapa? ### Does Beni Gold Hotels Apapa provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Beni Gold Hotels Apapa located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Beni Gold Hotels Apapa Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 2 Dec 2025 ##### David Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Mirage Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-The-Mirage-Hotel.h90001862.Hotel-Information) > > [Proof Lounge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Proof-Lounge-Hotel.h42087246.Hotel-Information) > > [Amara Suites Banana Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Amara-Suites-Banana-Island.h31471046.Hotel-Information) > > [The Safron Hotel Ikeja](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-The-Safron-Hotel-Ikeja.h105521044.Hotel-Information) > > [Golden Bird Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Golden-Bird-Hotel-Suites.h19509770.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Diamond Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Six-Diamond-Hotel.h60872278.Hotel-Information) > > [The Delborough Lagos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-The-Delborough-Lagos.h103058735.Hotel-Information) > > [Mövenpick Hotel Ikoyi Lagos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Southern-Sun-Ikoyi.h2667222.Hotel-Information) > > [De Rembrandt Hotels & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-De-Rembrandt-Hotels-Suites.h15878228.Hotel-Information) > > [November 5 Hotel Lagos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-November-5-Hotel-Lagos.h17937057.Hotel-Information) > > [Landmark hotel and beach resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Landmark-Hotel-And-Beach-Resort.h91700369.Hotel-Information) > > [Glee Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Glee-Hotel.h27751324.Hotel-Information) > > [Sky Rock Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Shuallson-Hotel.h38692749.Hotel-Information) > > [Whitehouse Hotels & Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Whitehouse-Hotels-Conference-Centre.h17799849.Hotel-Information) > > [Jotani Living Hotel and Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Jotani-Living-Hotel-And-Suites.h102612895.Hotel-Information) > > [Cadogan Place Estate Apartment](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Cadogan-Place-Estate-Apartment.h27401115.Hotel-Information) > > [The Providence by Mantis](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-The-Providence-By-Mantis.h38825644.Hotel-Information) > > [Owee's Place](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Owees-Place.h21633680.Hotel-Information) > > [MB Suites with extra lounging spaces Chevron Lekki Conservation Area](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-MB-Suites-With-Extra-Lounging-Spaces-Chevron-Lekki-Conservation-Area.h34730340.Hotel-Information) > > [The W Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-The-W-Hotel.h11589085.Hotel-Information) > > [YOLO Island Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-YOLO-Island-Resort.h101726564.Hotel-Information) > > [The Providence Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-The-Providence-Hotel.h105155992.Hotel-Information) > > [Benny Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Benny-Hotel.h30993521.Hotel-Information) > > [Bleu Ivy Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Bleu-Ivy-Hotel-Suites.h48710357.Hotel-Information) > > [God's Touch Apartment](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Gods-Touch-Apartment.h64625652.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun Heaven Hotel & Resort Lekki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Sun-Heaven-Hotel-Resort-Lekki.h15597136.Hotel-Information) > > [Airport Golden Tulip Hotel.](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Airport-Golden-Tulip-Hotel.h100010700.Hotel-Information) > > [Watercress Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Watercress-Hotels.h17703232.Hotel-Information) > > [Movana Hotel and Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Movana-Hotel-And-Suites.h111180036.Hotel-Information) ---