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Best Boutique Hotels in Calabar

The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar leads the 10 boutique hotels Ranked lists in Calabar, Cross River State, with 4.1 from 3,331 reviews. Nesville Suites follows with 4.1 from 1,344 reviews. 8 of the top 10 have five or more reviews.

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As of September 2026, Ranked lists 10 boutique hotels in Calabar, Nigeria, ranked by review sentiment, reputation and verified activity, never by payment.

Source: Ranked (ranked.ng) directory database · full statistics · methodology

Ranked: 10
Reviews analyzed: 6.2K
Photos on file: 5
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The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar
72.0/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars3.3k reviews
10 Murtala Mohammed Hwy, Ikot Uduak, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
- Open 24 hours
From recent reviews
Spacious, clean rooms with no bedbugs, but old facilities and poor room service.
- spacious rooms
- clean bedding
- old hotel
- slow room service
- loud music
- food poisoning
Directions ↗Website ↗
Why ranked #1? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume100
Review recency60
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment44
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Arome O. ★★★★★ : This place is good considering how old this facility is and knowing the maintenance culture of Nigeria.
Prisca W ★★★★★ : The rooms are spacious and clean. If, like me, you're wary of picking up bedbugs from hotels and this is one of your considerations when choosing where to stay, then the Metropolitan Hotel, Calabar is an excellent option. The bedding was clean and fresh, the mattress seam, bed frame, headboard and furniture, clean and free from bugs. Yes, I took my time to check🙈 The hotel has visible security and constant electricity. The bathrooms are clean and fresh towels are provided, for guests who use them. I highly recommend the Metropolitan❤️
2
Nesville Suites
72.0/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars1.3k reviews
Spring Rd, Essien, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
- Open 24 hours
From recent reviews
Waterfront view with palms and quiet atmosphere, but plagued by rodent and cockroach infestations.
- good food
- poolside
- rodent infestation
- loud music
- overpriced
- courteous staff
Directions ↗
Why ranked #2? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume100
Review recency50
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment56
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Una U. ★★★★★ : Cozy with good food and excellent service
eyo L. ★★★★★ : Poolside experience was great They have cold drinks and well prepared meals
3
De Grand Hotel and Rooftop
65.1/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars66 reviews
1c Felix Nsemo Drive, Diamond Hill Rd, Old Town, Calabar 540222, Cross River, Nigeria
From recent reviews
Rooftop area with great city views but plagued by weed smoke and noise from shady groups.
- noisy
- weed smell
- rooftop view
- friendly staff
- noisy at night
- ac issues
Directions ↗Website ↗
Why ranked #3? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume61
Review recency59
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment36
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Ms O. ★★★★★ : I had come 2 years ago. The food was good. They had an elevator too so I thought staying here was a good idea. It wasn't.
Will A. ★★★★★ : Great stay at De Grand Hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff, and quite a lively atmosphere at the bar / pool area. Can be a little noisy so bring earplugs if you want to go to bed early.
4
KCC HOTELS & EVENTS LTD
65.1/ 100
4.74.7 out of 5 stars10 reviews
Plot 2 Joseph Ukpo Street, Lemna, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
From recent reviews
Offers a bar and 24-hour front desk alongside clean rooms and friendly staff.
- clean rooms
- friendly staff
- peaceful environment
- free wifi
- tasty breakfast
- good amenities
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Why ranked #4? ▾
Google rating92
Review volume35
Review recency56
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment80
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Bright B. ★★★★★ : The service was top-notch, rooms were spotless, and the amenities were 🔥. Highly recommend! 😊"
Ede M. ★★★★★ : I had a lovely stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean, the staff were friendly and the environment was peaceful . I enjoyed my time and would definitely visit again
5
Mojo Hotel Calabar
70.9/ 100
4.44.4 out of 5 stars43 reviews
22, Richard Ebri, 1 Ekorinim Rd, Essien, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
From recent reviews
African dishes in a quiet, serene environment with friendly staff.
- friendly staff
- neat rooms
- quiet environment
- african dishes
- low water pressure
Directions ↗Website ↗
Why ranked #5? ▾
Google rating86
Review volume55
Review recency56
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment78
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Rebecca J. ★★★★★ : Quiet, serene environment, and very neat too. Friend staff.
iheduru L. ★★★★★ : Amazing hotel to relax, chill and lodge
6
520 Hotels Asdam Lodge
57.8/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars350 reviews
Leopad Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
From recent reviews
Offers airport pickup, swimming pool, and local guides as complementary services.
- serene location
- clean rooms
- poor bathrooms
- helpful staff
- bad air conditioning
- pool
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Why ranked #6? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume85
Review recency8
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment53
Verification0
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7
Fivetwozero Asdam Lodge & Spa
56.0/ 100
4.74.7 out of 5 stars3 reviews
State Housing Estate, 4 Thomas John, Ikot Ekan Edem, Calabar 000000, Cross River, Nigeria
- beautiful place
- outstanding interior
Directions ↗Website ↗
Why ranked #7? ▾
Google rating92
Review volume20
Review recency7
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment55
Verification0
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8
Paconsu suite
48.3/ 100
4.84.8 out of 5 stars4 reviews
X9X4+FPW, Asari Essoh, Ikot Uduak, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
- lovely experience
- place to stay
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Why ranked #8? ▾
Google rating93
Review volume23
Review recency6
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment65
Verification0
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9
Hogis Luxury Suites
76.9/ 100
4.44.4 out of 5 stars409 reviews
7 Akim Cl, Housing Estate Rd, State, Calabar 540222, Cross River, Nigeria
From recent reviews
Large rooms with friendly staff but some guests report humiliation by military owner.
- huge rooms
- friendly staff
- military owner
- humiliation
- serene environment
- dark lighting
Directions ↗Website ↗
Why ranked #9? ▾
Google rating86
Review volume87
Review recency60
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment56
Verification0
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Recent reviews
John A. ★★★★★ : Just wow, it was amazing, environment screeming with art work. I also love the services, customer care is 👍
Ejeh M. ★★★★★ : Very serene environment, parking space, entrance and exit well arranged
10
Calabar Harbour Resort & Spa
66.2/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars658 reviews
32, Asari Eso Layout, Ikot Eyo, Calabar 540222, Cross River, Nigeria
- Open 24 hours
From recent reviews
Old-money aesthetic with top-rated furniture but consistently dim lighting throughout.
- dim lighting
- spacious rooms
- helpful staff
- good location
- internet issues
- ant problem
Directions ↗
Why ranked #10? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume94
Review recency23
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment62
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
tony J. ★★★★★ : Its another year where branding services for Jumia Nigeria is on going. Calabar Harbour Resort is a 4 star Hotel with one of the anesthetic that have seen, clean and cool environment for relaxation. Calabar Harbour Resort thumbs-up 👍

What the data shows for boutique hotels in Calabar

Counted from every boutique hotel ranked in Calabar, Cross River State, not only the ones shown above.

Ranked: 10
With 5+ reviews: 8
Rated 4.5 or higher: 3
Median reviews: 208
Phone listed: 8 of 10
Opening hours listed: 3 of 10

8 of the 10 boutique hotels ranked in Calabar have five or more Google reviews, and between them they carry 6,218 reviews.

Of the 10, 3 score 4.5 or higher and 7 sit between 4.0 and 4.4.

The median boutique hotel here has 208 reviews.

The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar has the most, 3,331 at 4.1, followed by Nesville Suites (1,344) and Calabar Harbour Resort & Spa (658).

8 list a phone number, 5 a website and 3 opening hours; 5 have a photo on file.

Across the 23 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes boutique hotels, the median city lists 10; Calabar has 10, the same as the median.

The most recent Google review we hold for this set is from July 2026.

Source: Ranked directory database, counted at publish time. Full statistics.

Frequently asked questions

Which boutique hotel is first in Calabar?

The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar, with 4.1 from 3,331 reviews. 10 boutique hotels are ranked in Calabar, and 10 of the top 10 have at least one Google review.

How many boutique hotels does Ranked list in Calabar?

10 in Calabar, Cross River State. The count changes as businesses are added or close.

How is the order decided?

Placement follows the data on each profile: Google rating, review volume and recency, profile completeness and verification. No business can pay for a position. The current weights are on the How we rank page.

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