93%Casa Amarela

we stayed in a little one bedroom apartment. it was very nice to have some space to ourselves for a change and it was very close to the centre of town.it was a bit confusing when we got there and when the people came to take us to our room they didn´t explain anything (they couldn´t speak... more we stayed in a little one bedroom apartment. it was very nice to have some space to ourselves for a change and it was very close to the centre of town.it was a bit confusing when we got there and when the people came to take us to our room they didn´t explain anything (they couldn´t speak english though). still a good place to stay if you want to really relax and not have to worry about all the usual hostel thingsclose

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by hollymeegan4964 – posted on Nov 13, 2008

5

We were assigned a lovely appartment in central lagos. The owners were absolutely lovely and extremely helpful. I highly recommend casa amarela to anyone. Top marks!!

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by simonf – posted on Sep 18, 2008

1

This was a wonderful place to stay. We ended up in an apartment-style place with our own room and shared bathroom and kitchen facilities with four other people. The owner, Elaina, met us with a high level of energy and enthusiasm. You can tell that she loves what she does! She recommended some... more This was a wonderful place to stay. We ended up in an apartment-style place with our own room and shared bathroom and kitchen facilities with four other people. The owner, Elaina, met us with a high level of energy and enthusiasm. You can tell that she loves what she does! She recommended some wonderful restaurants that added to our wonderful and memorable experience in Lagos. I would definitely recommend this place to others!close

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by michelle3112 – posted on Aug 28, 2008

5

There are two building with this hostel. The first is right downtown and very centrally located. The second (which we were placed in) is further out of town- about a 10 minute walk. not horrible, but I would have rathered the first building. Very nice and clean. quite.

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by lauraharwig7864 – posted on Aug 26, 2008

2

Great accommodation in a great location with great owners!

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by Mattg8283 – posted on Aug 25, 2008

8

We stayed at Casa Amarela for 6 nights and loved every moment of it. We had our own private room which looked out onto the garden and pool. Its in a great location, right in the centre of Lagos, close to bars, restaurants, beaches. The staff are friendly and very helpful. Def go here if you...

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by karlandkaycee7671 – posted on Aug 21, 2008

1

Upon arrival we were given all kinds of information about Lagos. The room, bathroom, kitchen and house were cleaned EVERY day, they made our beds, gave us fresh towels, it felt great after a day in the beach, and they even did our washing for 5 euros - GREAT! We really don't have anything bad to... more Upon arrival we were given all kinds of information about Lagos. The room, bathroom, kitchen and house were cleaned EVERY day, they made our beds, gave us fresh towels, it felt great after a day in the beach, and they even did our washing for 5 euros - GREAT! We really don't have anything bad to say about "amarella", will definitely go back. In sum, an exceptional place to stay for the best price.close

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by ThisIsJustMe – posted on Aug 19, 2008

1

A very good stay we highly can recommend!! Rikard & Annika, Stockholm, Sweden

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by rikardwettle9238 – posted on Aug 16, 2008

1

fantastic place to stay in Lagos.. Highly recommended

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by curwer01378 – posted on Aug 16, 2008

9

Staff were very helpful in finding appropriate accommodation at late notice. Apartment was in very close proximity while very quite area. Being in a small place meant that there was not much socialising in the apartment but still lots of people to meet in town. Could have done with a cleaner... more Staff were very helpful in finding appropriate accommodation at late notice. Apartment was in very close proximity while very quite area. Being in a small place meant that there was not much socialising in the apartment but still lots of people to meet in town. Could have done with a cleaner popping in to check toilet roll etc and a safe would have been nice, but seemed secure anyway. Nice to have a bit of a relax here.close

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by nick-bee-1 – posted on Aug 8, 2008

3

as it´s located in the centre it´s pretty loud until 4am

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by schneide – posted on Aug 7, 2008

1

Casa Amarela was one of the best places we've stayed so far! For the same price as a hostel, you can have your own apartment! Amarela and her husband did everything and anything to make your stay comfortable. Will Return!!

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by calbrdag – posted on Aug 6, 2008

3

Friendly staf,very clean, good location.

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by thomaslemmens178189 – posted on Aug 4, 2008

1

This was like a little guest house. It was nice but don't expect any excitement. Also when looking at the location on the map, you dont know where youre going to actually end up because they have 2 or 3 different places they'll put you. I thought my place was going to have a pool, but no such... more This was like a little guest house. It was nice but don't expect any excitement. Also when looking at the location on the map, you dont know where youre going to actually end up because they have 2 or 3 different places they'll put you. I thought my place was going to have a pool, but no such luck. Ended up being in a different location, but it was very nice and there was a great view from the roof.close

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by bigdaddychris – posted on Aug 1, 2008

4

We had a great time at Casa Amarela. It´s a series of individual apartments rather than a hostel, but we really enjoyed it anyway. Our hostess was incredibly helpful and the place was cleaned every day. Brilliant location too. Right in the heart of Lagos and in amongst the action. I´m... more We had a great time at Casa Amarela. It´s a series of individual apartments rather than a hostel, but we really enjoyed it anyway. Our hostess was incredibly helpful and the place was cleaned every day. Brilliant location too. Right in the heart of Lagos and in amongst the action. I´m recommending Amarela to my friends and family!close

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by Gibbofr – posted on Jul 27, 2008

9

the lady that runs the joint is so hepful and friendly.she gives so much information!

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by twilko-906645 – posted on Jul 24, 2008

7

die hostelbesitzer waren sehr freundlich, jeden morgen zimmer gereinigt worden, sehr zentrale lage, 2 min zum strand... allles super

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by bananekirsch1246 – posted on Jul 23, 2008

1

Our apartment was always spotless, and the owner and his wife were so helpful and friendly. Also the location was perfect...right in the centre of Lagos.

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by lexifranc – posted on Jul 20, 2008

1

Never met more helpful people in all my life. They really do bend over backwards to cater to your every need. First time we arrived we got a crappy little room, we complained about the security and she took us to the most amazing apartment. Really good value for money!!!

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by gemma2121x – posted on Jul 17, 2008

5

One of the best and most welcoming places ever stayed in! We changed room mid-way our stay, but both places were clean and well-kept apartments with their own kitchen etc. The other house had a swimming pool and a large barbeque area, too. Special thanks to our lovely hostesses!!

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by salla – posted on Jul 10, 2008

4

There was clean sheets and towels everyday. The staff was extremely friendly!

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by sharpie3021680 – posted on Jul 1, 2008

1

Great place to stay! I would recommend this place to anyone of my friends/family. It's located in a great spot! Just one thing to bear in mind - sometimes at night the sea gulls can make a bit of noise so if you are a light sleeper make sure you have ear plugs. I would definitely return, we had... more Great place to stay! I would recommend this place to anyone of my friends/family. It's located in a great spot! Just one thing to bear in mind - sometimes at night the sea gulls can make a bit of noise so if you are a light sleeper make sure you have ear plugs. I would definitely return, we had lots of fun! Thanks a lot to our great host who was very helpful!close

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by nikkikl6304 – posted on Jun 24, 2008

1

This is such a great option for staying in Lagos. It costs about the same as staying in a hostel but you can have your own room and bathroom. Its great with a big group! The staff is so friendly and so willing to help you out and tell you fun stuff. WONDERFUL!!!

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by lkm262107 – posted on Jun 9, 2008

2

Fantastic - great place to stay. Perfect location, facilities were excellent and staff were friendly and helpful.

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by andy-mo – posted on May 7, 2008

2

It was an awesome stay! We were surprised when we got there to find that we had our own private apartment, full kitchen, and court yard! If you are coming by yourself and looking to meet people in the hostel, I wouldn't recommend it, but there are plenty of fun things to do in the area. Also,... more It was an awesome stay! We were surprised when we got there to find that we had our own private apartment, full kitchen, and court yard! If you are coming by yourself and looking to meet people in the hostel, I wouldn't recommend it, but there are plenty of fun things to do in the area. Also, beautiful beaches are sooo close..you just walk! It was great!close

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by aslaesch3136 – posted on May 4, 2008

2

We had 9 of us and the staff was able to get us all together in our own apartment..it was amazing. We were very close to the beach and the staff was very helpful with us trying to find everything and anything that we needed! This place is well worth the money you will spend!!!

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by cdawg2161001 – posted on Apr 14, 2008

2

Hi, Received a fantastic welcome from Elena who looks after the guesthouse. Extremely friendly and helpful (pointed out some great restaurants, bakery etc without us needing to ask). Apartment was great value and very cute/nicely decorated. Central location, Lagos in general is very safe... more Hi, Received a fantastic welcome from Elena who looks after the guesthouse. Extremely friendly and helpful (pointed out some great restaurants, bakery etc without us needing to ask). Apartment was great value and very cute/nicely decorated. Central location, Lagos in general is very safe to walk around at night anyway. All in all 'muito opimto'! Thanks Naomiclose

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by naomi7036 – posted on Mar 28, 2008

1

This was an amazing hostel to stay at!! It was better than any hostel I have been to before. The woman that runs the place is so sweet and nice and the location is great. I have nothing bad to say about this hostel.

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by ericaagee4387 – posted on Apr 6, 2007

1

Very nice hotel - Friendly and warm welcome

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by regis3274 – posted on Dec 9, 2006

2

I stayed at Casa Amarela for 3 nights and the lady who runs it is so lovely. We had the cutest little apartment and were so grateful to have such a reasonably priced but good place to stay. Short walk to the most beautiful beaches and very central location. The location was good and easy to find... more I stayed at Casa Amarela for 3 nights and the lady who runs it is so lovely. We had the cutest little apartment and were so grateful to have such a reasonably priced but good place to stay. Short walk to the most beautiful beaches and very central location. The location was good and easy to find and there is the best cheap bakery which the lady told us about. Highly recommend Casa Amerela and would definately stay there again!close

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by meetmrma – posted on Oct 15, 2006

1

This is the first time we´ve ever given 100% but this place deserves it. We were given a really nice spacious room with a deck and the apartment had good kitchen facilities which acted as a common area. This place was ideal for couples or for anyone looking for a bit of privacy, but there is the... more This is the first time we´ve ever given 100% but this place deserves it. We were given a really nice spacious room with a deck and the apartment had good kitchen facilities which acted as a common area. This place was ideal for couples or for anyone looking for a bit of privacy, but there is the opportunity to meet people in the kitchen area for a bit of a social scene if that´s what you´re after. The location was great, only a few minutes walk from the beach! Highly recommended and superb value for money.close

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by dalehu – posted on Oct 8, 2006

11

This hostel was smack in the middle of the cool town center. We loved Lagos and all the wonderful people of the town. The family that ran the hostel was especially charming and friendly.

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by kagerv – posted on Oct 3, 2006

2

Excellent place to stay, close to everything extremely helpful staff very clean and well run. thanks for a great stay in lagos, see you when we come back!!!

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by Adrian6706 – posted on Sep 24, 2006

7

We lived in the one of the three flats which had a patio at rare where we could have meals and meet other tenants. The room was cleaned every day and we got good advice what to do and visit in Lagos and around.

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by Kavala – posted on Sep 9, 2006

4

The staff is so great and if I get back in Lagos one day, i am gonna go there for sure!!!

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by Laflammeca – posted on Aug 27, 2006

4

Nice, clean hostel but not the party atmosphere. Depends on who is staying at the time I guess!

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by Erintitm – posted on Aug 24, 2006

16

Fantastic place, helpful and friendly people. It was clean, spacious, and conveniently located. Staff was extremely friendly.

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by rsourour – posted on Aug 22, 2006

2

Awesome place, lovely people, really enjoyed our stay in Lagos!!!!

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by PatBou8566 – posted on Aug 17, 2006

4

Thanks so much Casa Amerela. We had such a lovely time in your hostel. It was so beautiful and so so clean. We will definetly be back.

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by llevings – posted on Aug 14, 2006

2

Definitely a great place. We had two rooms in a guest house. It was very comfortable and in a great area - close to night life, the main square, and the beach in Lagos. The women that own the houses are very welcoming and accomadating. We also had access to a kitchen and a back yard/veranda where... more Definitely a great place. We had two rooms in a guest house. It was very comfortable and in a great area - close to night life, the main square, and the beach in Lagos. The women that own the houses are very welcoming and accomadating. We also had access to a kitchen and a back yard/veranda where we made dinner one evening and listened to a jazz band practicing a coulple houses down - it felt very authenically portugese and made for a highlight of our trip.close

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by nfull1716 – posted on Aug 12, 2006

2