Day 1: Arrival, spa, skyline
Check into Radisson Blu Anchorage on Ozumba Mbadiwe or The Wheatbaker in Ikoyi (both around $250-$350 a night). Afternoon spa at Nubian Spa on Admiralty Way, then sunset drinks at Sky Restaurant on the 18th floor of Eko Hotel, about $15 a cocktail. Dinner at Yellow Chilli or Nkoyo for a modern Nigerian tasting menu, $50-$70 with wine.
Day 2: Private beach and boat
Book a private speedboat from Tarzan Marina to Ilashe or Inagbe Beach Resort, around $200 for up to six people. Rent a beach house for the day (Landmark Beach or an Ilashe villa) for about $150 with staff, grill and shaded loungers. Afternoon jet ski, fresh grilled lobster lunch, back to Lekki by 6pm. Dinner at Cocoon on Freedom Way, then a booth at Quilox: table minimums start around $300.
Day 3: Art, shopping, farewell
Morning at Nike Art Gallery with a private tour, then shopping at Alara concept store on Akin Olugbade in VI for Nigerian designers (dresses $150-$400). Lunch at Alara's rooftop cafe. Afternoon massage or lagoon-view pool at your hotel. Farewell dinner at Shiro on Water Corporation Drive: Asian-fusion with skyline views, tasting menu about $80 a head.
Bon à savoir
How much for 3 upgraded days in Lekki?+
Budget $1,500-$2,500 per person including a 4-star hotel, one private boat day, tasting menus and a Quilox booth.
Which hotel gives the best skyline?+
Radisson Blu Anchorage and Eko Hotel both face the lagoon and Ikoyi bridge. Radisson has better rooms, Eko has the higher rooftop bar.
Is Quilox worth it?+
For one big night, yes. It is loud, expensive and the Lagos celebrity crowd shows up around 1am. Book a table through the concierge, not at the door.
Where do I book a private boat?+
Tarzan Marina in Lekki or Five Cowries Terminal in Ikoyi. Both have licensed operators; expect $150-$250 for a half day for a small group.