The South-South region of Nigeria is steadily positioning itself as a key destination for hotel, travel, and leisure experiences.
With its rich natural beauty, vibrant cultural heritage, and growing urban centers, cities like Port Harcourt, Calabar, Yenagoa, Uyo, and Warri are attracting both domestic and international tourists.
Coastal towns, riverine landscapes, and emerging entertainment hubs are creating unique opportunities for hospitality businesses to thrive, from luxury hotels to boutique resorts.
In this context, the region’s hotel industry is increasingly coming into focus, with plausible and clearly verifiable ownership structures highlighted in this report. While these examples do not represent the entire hotel population, they reflect some of the most eye-catching and high-profile establishments shaping the South-South’s hospitality scene.
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It is also worth noting that some high-profile hotels have recently come under regulatory scrutiny, with a few being sealed or temporarily closed, highlighting the evolving compliance and operational landscape.
Hotels whose ownership details could not be independently verified have been omitted from this list, but the establishments featured remain central to the region’s journey toward becoming a recognized travel and leisure hotspot in Nigeria.
- Owner: Dr. Udobia Eduek Benjamin John- Director
- Location Akwa Ibom
Eden Hotels is a privately-owned hotel located in Eket, Akwa Ibom State, operating under Eden Hotels Limited, incorporated in 2001 with the registration number RC 430734. The company’s registered office is at 19, Mkpomubuk Street, Eket.
The hotel is owned and managed by members of the Udobia family, with Dr. Udobia Eduek Benjamin John, Udobia Fred Benjamin, and Udobia Akanimo Benjamin serving as directors. Details on the company’s operational structure beyond these directors are limited, but the family’s involvement suggests a hands-on approach in management and strategic decisions.
Eden Hotels positions itself as a local hospitality player catering to business travelers, tourists, and visiting professionals in Eket. The hotel’s facilities and services aim to meet modern standards, though specific offerings and room rates are not publicly disclosed.
