December in Lagos sees a lot of away visitors coming to spend the holidays with friends and family alike. If you fall into this category or you are simply looking for cool places to hang out this holiday period, Entertaining Africa has complied a list of the hottest nightclubs, bars and lounges in Lagos, Nigeria. 

ISLAND

Ember Creek – 33 Awolowo Road, Ikoyi

A beautiful seaside view and great cocktails makes Ember Creek one of our favorite spots to hang out in Lagos.  They serve great food, and host various events. If you are looking for a place to go hang out in a calm environment or looking to party the night away, Ember Creek is the place for you.

Likwid Lounge – No. 879, Samuel Manuwa Str, off Ozumba Mbadiwe, Victoria Island

Likwid Lounge is one of the hot spots to be seen in Lagos. A great after hours spot, Likwid boost two floors with choice ambiance. If you are looking for a place to party till the cock crows then Likwid is the place for you. Spice Route – 44A, Adeola Odeku Street, Victoria Island

SIP BAR – 11B Akin Adesola Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.

SIP Bar is located on top of the Paris Deli cafe/restaurant. Its another hotspot where people go to be seen. Celebrity sighting is average but they have one of the best crowds Lagos bars have to offer. There bar service is awesome and their cocktail list extensive.

Movida – Adeola Hopewell Street Victoria Island Lagos

Movida is back and it still holds on to its reputation of being one of the best nighclubs in Lagos. Its a great place to go if you want a mixed crowd and great cocktails. Movida attracts a lot of foreigners who club there regularly. Their most popular nights are Tuesdays, Saturdays but they are open Tuesday through Saturday from 9pm till dawn.

Rhapsody – Alibert Building, 19A Akoro Odiyan Street, off Adeola Odeku, VI

The first thing you notice when you walk into Rhapsody is the ambiance. The interior is quite attractive and so is the drink and food menu. Rhapsody has two locations, one on the Island and one on the Mainland. If you are visiting from the USA you will feel right at home at Rhapsody.

Prive Lounge – Location: No 5b Karimu Kotun street Victoria Island, Lagos

Prive lounge is the uber chic lounge that is reminiscent of New York Soho Life. Its one place to go and lounge with friends and have great conversation.

Pravada – Agorodiyan street off adeola odeku, VI

Pravada is located above Café Vanessa on Agorodiyan Street in Victoria Island. It’s one of the top spots for celebrity sighting. It seems most celebrities have chosen Pravada as the place to celebrate birthdays. The fantastic thing about this club is that it is a non smoking club but it still has a spot for those who would like to smoke outside. They have an extensive cocktail list and open into the wee hours of the morning.

Sailors Lounge – Plot 1, block12 Admiralty Road (beside daytona phamacy) Lekki Phase 1

Sailor’s Lounge lounge, dance bar and restaurant situated in Lekki phase 1. The interior is quite cozy and has more of a bar feel than the exterior. The exterior is great for lounging and enjoying the cool breeze and a great view.  Sailors comes highly recommended by some of our staff so you should check it out.

 

MAINLAND

Rumours – 15a Oduduwa Way, Ikeja GRA

Rumours is a the perfect place to go celeb watching. It’s one of the top hang out spots of Nigerian Superstar 2face Idibia. Its a fun nightclub with wonderful ambiance.

Crescendo Lounge – 71A Oduduwa Crescent, GRA Ikeja

If you are looking for an upscale chill out lounge where you can hang out with matured but fun professionals then Crescendo is the place for you. Its located discreetly in the quiet parts of Ikeja GRA so finding it can be a little tricky if its your first time. When you do however, it will be worth the effort. One of the cool things about this hot spot is that every Wednesday is Bring Your Own Bottle Night while Sundays hosts a live band.

Road Runners – 25 Ibikunle Street, Off University Road, Yaba

Roadrunners is one of the biggest and well run clubs/bar on the mainland. It hosts a decent dance floor, comfortable seats and great ambiance.

Rhapsody – Ikeja City Mall, 176/194 Obafemi Awolowo way, Alausa Ikeja

The first thing you notice when you walk into Rhapsody is the ambiance. The interior is quite attractive and so is the drink and food menu. Rhapsody has two locations, one on the Island and one on the Mainland. If you are visiting from the USA you will feel right at home at Rhapsody.

Do you know any hip places that are not listed here? Share your suggestions with us.