Title: Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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) # Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi A peaceful retreat in Ikoyi where travelers can enjoy a refreshing drink at the bar or take time to relax in comfortable surroundings ## Photo gallery for Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi ![Property entrance - Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi (Lagos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17910000/17903500/17903481/c9633e5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bed sheets - Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi (Lagos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17910000/17903500/17903481/2556af93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi (Lagos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17910000/17903500/17903481/24f598e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi (Lagos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17910000/17903500/17903481/fff18dc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sports bar - Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi (Lagos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17910000/17903500/17903481/f46a2180.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Precinct Comfort Services in Ikoyi offers practical amenities like dry cleaning and laundry. Guests can unwind at the bar or relax in the spa tub after exploring. Luggage storage is available for a hassle-free arrival and departure. ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Bar - Laundry room - Housekeeping ## Room options All rooms 1 bed Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed ![Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17910000/17903500/17903481/b367dfbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed ### Highlights TV Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Classic Double Room ![Classic Double Room | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17910000/17903500/17903481/efd96a3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room ### Highlights TV Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed ![Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17910000/17903500/17903481/eb34626f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights TV Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2670000/2667300/2667222/0a978132.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Mövenpick Hotel Ikoyi Lagos Ikoyi - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 7.8 Good 121 reviews £137 includes taxes & fees 11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Southern-Sun-Ikoyi.h2667222.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-1-11&chkout=2026-1-12&rm1=a2®ionId=2115&destination=Lagos (and vicinity)&destType=MARKET&latLong=6.559718,3.364323&searchId=ab007c2c-9f31-4102-abb1-c2834c7385e2&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Bar (on property)](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/4000000/3490000/3482300/3482290/7ed44563_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Four Points by Sheraton Lagos Victoria Island - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.2 Very good 34 reviews £156 includes taxes & fees 23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Lagos.h3482290.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-1-23&chkout=2026-1-24&rm1=a2®ionId=2115&destination=Lagos (and vicinity)&destType=MARKET&latLong=6.559718,3.364323&searchId=ab007c2c-9f31-4102-abb1-c2834c7385e2&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27180000/27172100/27172076/1e3843a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Rollace Hotel Lagos INTL Oshodi-Isolo - Pool - Free airport shuttle - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.6 Excellent 252 reviews £66 includes taxes & fees 23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Rollace-Hotel.h27172076.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-1-23&chkout=2026-1-24&rm1=a2®ionId=2115&destination=Lagos (and vicinity)&destType=MARKET&latLong=6.559718,3.364323&searchId=ab007c2c-9f31-4102-abb1-c2834c7385e2&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4130000/4125700/4125693/47783bad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos, V.I. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLagos-Hotels-Precinct-Comfort-Services.h17903481.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLagos-Hotels-Precinct-Comfort-Services.h17903481.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C6.44320%2C3.41845&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=C78ysMdxonGFsM053ULMplOz-iM=) 17, Ribadu Road, Off Awolowo Road, Lagos #### What's nearby - Lagos Motor Boat Club \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Ikoyi Golf Club \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Nigerian National Museum \- 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Lagos City Mall \- 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles - MUSON Centre \- 2 min drive \- 1.4 miles #### Getting around - Mobolaji Johnson Station - 18 min drive - Lagos (LOS-Murtala Muhammed Intl.) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chicken Republic - Ikoyi - ‬8 min walk - ‪SLoW - ‬3 min drive - ‪Mr Chang - ‬2 min walk - ‪Chicken republic - ‬9 min walk - ‪Lagoon Restaurant - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi Hotel located in Ikoyi At Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi, you can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a hot tub. You'll also find perks such as: - Luggage storage, free newspapers and smoke-free property Room features All guestrooms at Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi boast comforts such as free newspapers and free bottled water. 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Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant £36 includes taxes & fees 3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=119988084&PinnedHotelID=119988084&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge ### Things to do - Hot tub ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water ### More - Free daily newspapers ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The host will greet guests on arrival Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### 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; cash is not accepted 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 ### Property is also known as Precinct Comfort Services Ikoyi Hotel Precinct Comfort Services Hotel Precinct Comfort Services Ikoyi Precinct Comfort Services Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi Hotel Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi Lagos Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi Hotel Lagos ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi? ### What time is check-in at Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi? ### What time is check-out at Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi? ### Where is Precinct Comfort Services, Ikoyi located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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