Wanderlust World Wanderlust World The capital of Ondo State in Nigeria is Akure, which is located in the southwest portion of the country. According to the state government's website, North Akure has a population of 131,587 and South Akure has a population of 353,211. It is a large city in Ondo that embraces education, technology, sports and religion. Travelers to Akure will find there a number of hotels available in the city with varying conveniences and amenities.
Sunview Hotel is located on El Shaddai Road about 13 minutes west of the Akure Airport and less than five minutes from the bustling streets of Akure where you'll find a number of schools, religious facilities and the Akure Sports Stadium. Sunview Hotel provides many of the same amenities you would find in western hotels such as free Internet access, cable television, a fitness center, swimming pool, children's playground, Jacuzzi in all suites, 24 hours of power, and much more. Suite sizes at the hotel vary from Ambassadorial, Diplomatic and Royal to Studio. There are also rooms that vary in size from Royal Deluxe to Classic. Guests will also find various on-site dining options from homemade pizza at the La Giara Italian Restaurant to local Nigerian cuisine at Pili-Pili Restaurant. According to the Sunview Hotel, guests are also provided with security from a trained fully armed police team.
The Raphilo Hotel is located on Ibi Press Road in Akure near the Akure Airport and upon request can provide complimentary taxi service to and from the airport. According to the hotel's website, this 10-room hotel opened in 2009, but an additional phase is to be built in the future with 60 rooms and suites, a conference center, fitness center and pool. While at the Raphilo Hotel, guests will receive a complimentary breakfast and can provide food and entertainment upon request. Arrangements can also be made for those who would like to tour the Akure area including the Yankari National Park & Game Reserve. The hotel's website also specifies that they provide guests with adequate security during the day and night.
Bliss World Resort & Hotel is located on Fajemirokun Avenue and is the location for many of the area's events, meetings and award ceremonies. This luxury resort offers amenities such as a swimming pool, car wash services, live band music, laundry and dry cleaning services, complimentary breakfast, Internet access, newspaper and so much more. On-site guests will also find a rooftop restaurant, an open bar and minibar. Most importantly, according to the hotel's website, there is maximum security at the hotel for guest safety. Nearby guests can also visit Idanre Hills, which is an area that tourists typically visit because of its scenic plains and valleys.