Protea Hotel Asokoro

Destination

Abuja

The Protea Hotel Asokoro in Abuja offers luxury accommodation in the heart of Abuja. Protea Hotel Asokoro features a restaurant, with buffet or a la carte menu, conferencing facilities for up to 150 delegates, a bar and coffee shop. Leisure facilities at the hotel include a swimming pool and fitness centre, with Wireless Internet access available throughout the hotel for GUESTS who wish to "stay in touch" whilst travelling.

Protea Hotel Asokoro Amenities

Accommodation at Protea Hotel Asokoro comprises 83 air-conditioned and en-suite rooms and suites, with the following configuration: * • 67 Superior Deluxe rooms, with 1 double bed * • 3 Junior Suites, with 1 double bed and separate lounge in room * • 10 Executive Suites, with 1 double bed and separate lounge * • 1 Royal Suite, with 1 double bed and separate lounge * • Penthouse, with 2 double bedded rooms, 1 single bed, lounge, dining area and kitchen.

Directions To Protea Hotel Asokoro

Located directly behind Police Headquarters in Abuja, Protea Hotel Asokoro is only minutes away from its sister hotels, Protea Hotel Abuja and Protea Hotel Apo Apartments. Directions from Airport: 1. Follow road to City Centre. 2. Turn right into Shehu Shagari Way. 3. Turn left in Mohammadu Ribadu Street. 4. Turn left into Bola Ige Close.

Area Attractions

Situated on Herbert Macaulay Way, approximately 2 kms from the hotel, the International Conference Center can accommodate up to 3 000 delegates with full simultaneous translation facilities. Aso Rock and Cave Dominating the landscape of Abuja, this is the largest rock outcrop within the Abuja Metropolis, towering to 936 meters above sea level. Meaning victory in the local Gbagyi dialect, the rock has become synonymous with the nation?s seat of power being a symbol of strength, power and success. The rock has some caves within its structure where people used to take refuge during inter-tribal wars and it can be visited with the permission of the local priest. IBB Golf Course Located 7 kms from the hotel, this international standard 18-hole golf course is the pride of Nigeria, regularly holding both domestic and international competitions. Visitors are welcome to have a round, subject to normal playing conditions green fees and day membership. Smart casual attire is necessary. Strabag Hill Situated within the city is Strabag Hill, which is generally accepted as the central point of Nigeria. Easily accessible by vehicle, visitors are welcome. Zuma Rock The Inselberg named Zuma Rock is situated approximately 50 kms north of Abuja, on the way to Kaduna. This fascinating rock appears different from each point of the compass, changing from a grotesque face with a crooked nose, through a giant head resembling a Red Indian facing skyward, to a crouching elephant. Many discussions have lead to endless debates about the innumerable interpretations available. Gurara Water Falls Gurara Falls are situated along the Suleja Minna Road, approximately 100 km from Abuja. The waterfall gained its name from the village bordering the river and was said to be a popular site for sacrifices for its local inhabitants. However, with the advent of tourism, Gurara Falls has become one of the nations most beautiful tourist attractions with both picnic and recreational facilities available. The waterfall is most impressive during the rainy season when the river is at its fullest with large volumes of water cascading over the top, creating rainbows in the spray below. During the dry months, the magnificent rock formations created by Mother Nature are worth a visit on their own.