The South-East region of Nigeria has seen a steady growth in hotels over the past decade, but the hospitality sector still faces challenges alongside its successes.
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Many hotel owners in the region are driven by a mix of ambition, opportunity, and the desire to improve local hospitality standards.
While some have managed to create properties that approach international service levels, others are still working to meet consistent quality and operational efficiency.
These hotels range from luxury resorts to mid-scale city properties, offering varying levels of comfort, amenities, and guest services. The entrepreneurs behind them often balance multiple business interests, investing heavily to ensure their hotels stand out in a competitive market.
Despite limited infrastructure, inconsistent power supply, and other systemic challenges in the region, these owners remain committed to creating experiences that appeal to both business travelers and tourists.
Their efforts contribute significantly to the local economy, creating jobs, supporting ancillary businesses, and encouraging regional development. Though the sector is still evolving, the drive, creativity, and resilience of South-East Nigeria’s hotel owners are laying the foundation for a more modern and competitive hospitality industry, slowly bringing the region closer to meeting international standards
Hotel CP
- Owner-Cubana Chiefpriest
- Owerri
Located in the vibrant city of Owerri, Hotel CP offers a peaceful and private retreat right in the heart of one of Nigeria’s most energetic urban hubs. The property blends professional hospitality with the warmth of home, providing guests with a sophisticated experience from arrival to departure.
At Hotel CP Aparthotel, guests enjoy a full range of complimentary amenities and thoughtful services designed to deliver comfort, convenience, and an inspiring stay.
Located on Plot 40, Housing Area G, New Owerri, Imo State, Hotel CP draws part of its identity from the influential personality behind it, Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, a renowned Nigerian entrepreneur, show promoter, and socialite.
Widely recognized for his role in the nightlife and entertainment industry, he gained prominence through his work with the Cubana Group and later established Club Xhrine in Owerri.
Cubana Chief Priest is known for his dynamic presence, business ventures, and massive social media influence, with a lifestyle that features luxury automobiles, upscale real estate, and premium entertainment offerings.
Swiss International Beland Hotel
- Owner-Chief Bartholomew Okoro
- Owerri
Swiss International Hotels & Resorts formalized a license agreement in 2020 to introduce Swiss International Beland in Owerri, marking a strategic expansion of the company’s West African portfolio.
Located on Umuguma Road in New Owerri, 30 minutes from Sam Mbakwe Airport and 79km from Port Harcourt, the hotel is well-positioned to meet growing regional demand from both business and leisure travelers.
The property features 124 upscale rooms, including 24 suites, complemented by a full suite of premium amenities: the Swiss Flavours restaurant, TED & Co Bar & Lounge, five Eventives meeting and event rooms, a spa, a gym, an outdoor pool, ample parking, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.
Now owned by Chief Sir Bartholomew and Regina Okoro, the family-run hotel reflects a longstanding commitment to service, dedication, and operational excellence. Their stewardship reinforces the property’s alignment with Swiss International’s global hospitality standards while preserving its strong local identity.
Boulevard Hotel
- Leadership-CEO Ekene Nnabuihe
- Owerri
Ekene Nnabuihe serves as the Group CEO of Boulevard Hotel Group, one of the fastest-growing pan-African hospitality management and franchise companies with a focus on upper-upscale, upscale, and mid-scale hotels and resorts. With more than 20 years of industry experience, he oversees the Group’s strategic expansion across key African markets, leveraging deep expertise in sales, marketing, and hotel operations.
Ekene began his career as a Sales Executive at the Grand Hotel, Convention Center & Resorts in Asaba, rising quickly through leadership roles across major regional and international brands. He previously served as Director of Sales and Marketing at Lagos Continental Hotel and as Director of Sales at African Sun, a leading hospitality group based in Harare, Zimbabwe. His portfolio also includes senior positions such as Director of Sales and Marketing at Wyndham Abuja and General Manager of Best Western Plus Enugu.
A graduate of the University of Nigeria, Ekene holds an Executive MBA from the Metropolitan School of Business and Management, UK. His leadership continues to position Boulevard Hotel Group as a competitive force in Sub-Saharan Africa’s evolving hospitality market.
Hotel Sunshine
- Leadership-Emeka Nwandu, Exec Director
- Enugu
Hotel Sunshine stands as one of Enugu’s most recognizable hospitality landmarks—an elegant seven-storey structure overlooking the city’s scenic skyline. Known for its contemporary aesthetic and refined comfort, the four-star property has become a preferred destination for business travelers, government delegations, and leisure guests seeking a premium stay within the Enugu metropolis.
The hotel features 93 spacious, meticulously designed rooms, each furnished with modern décor, premium satellite-enabled flat-screen televisions, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, in-room security safes, tea and coffee stations, and curated art pieces that give every room its own character.
Hotel Sunshine operates under Sunshine Hotels & Guest House Limited, a private unlimited company incorporated on June 15, 1999, with registration number RC 356819. The business is led by members of the Nwandu family, with Emeka Nwandu, President of ECCIMA, playing a prominent leadership role. The board includes Anthea Nwandu, Kenechukwu Nwandu, Ifunanya Nwandu, Somtochukwu Nwandu, and Elenda Nwandu, reflecting the company’s family-driven governance structure.
De Bullion Hotels & Suites
- Owner- John Ifeanyichukwu Ogili
- Enugu
De Bullion Hotels & Suites is a growing hospitality brand in Enugu owned by entrepreneur John Ifeanyichukwu Ogili, widely known as De Bullion Global. As Founder and CEO, Ogili oversees the hotel as part of his broader portfolio under Bullion Global Services, a fast-expanding business group with interests spanning hospitality and services.
Positioned as a comfort-driven mid-scale hotel, De Bullion Hotels offers guests complimentary breakfast, free valet parking, and 24-hour front desk service, making it a competitive choice for both leisure and business travelers. The property features 100 fully serviced accommodations, each designed for extended-stay convenience.
Every room includes private pools and private hot tubs, separate sitting areas, work desks, and balconies. Guests also benefit from in-room kitchens equipped with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and designated dining areas. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers plus complimentary toiletries, with housekeeping available on request.
De Santos Hotel Ltd.
- Owner- Ezeunara Anthony
- Anambra
De Santos Hotel Ltd. is a privately held hospitality company incorporated in Nigeria with registration number RC 1066034. The company was formally registered on September 19, 2012, and has since grown into a recognizable hotel brand within the Southeast region.
The business is governed by a family-led board, with key management comprising Ezeunara Anthony O., Ezeunara Uchechukwu A., Ezeunara Chinedum K., Ezeunara Kelechi M., and Ezeunara Chidumebi, all serving as Directors. Their collective leadership drives the company’s operational strategy and expansion plans.
Located at Unizik Temporary Site Junction along the A232 Enugu–Onitsha Expressway in Awka, De Santos Hotel offers convenient access for business travelers, academic visitors, and leisure guests. The property features multiple room categories designed to accommodate varying guest needs, supported by essential amenities and service standards consistent with the brand’s mid-scale market positioning.
Grand Swiss Hotel
- Owner- Chief Romanus Ugochukwu Orji
- Anambra
Grand Swiss Hotel in Agulu, Anambra State, is the flagship hospitality development of Chief Romanus Ugochukwu Orji popularly known as “Yellow Man”, a prominent business figure in Anaocha. The 160-bed luxury hotel, built and fully financed by Orji, was officially commissioned on February 16, 2025, by Anambra State Governor Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR.
The project forms part of the administration’s Public-Private Community Partnership (PPCP) model, aligning private-sector investments with the state’s broader vision of creating a more livable and economically competitive homeland.
Strategically located near the airport, Grand Swiss Hotel offers a premium hospitality experience, featuring three on-site restaurants, a full-service spa, a poolside bar, on-site shopping, and complimentary English breakfast. The property is positioned as both a leisure destination and a catalyst for local tourism.
Osborn La-Palm Royal Resort
- Owner- Osborn Nweze Umahi
- Ebonyi
Osborn La-Palm Royal Resort is led by Osborn Nweze Umahi, son of Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi. As owner and chairman, he has grown the brand from its origins in Port Harcourt into a multi-city hospitality chain, including a prominent branch in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State.
The company, incorporated in 2011, has evolved into one of the country’s notable privately owned luxury hotel groups, committed to building a modern, reinvented hospitality footprint across Nigeria.
The brand’s mission is to deliver a world-class, relaxation-focused environment anchored on international service standards and a drive to uplift hospitality benchmarks within the sub-region.
Its flagship property, Osborn La-Palm Royal Resort, is a five-star establishment offering 86 premium guest rooms, including Entourage rooms, Standard and Superior rooms, Executive Standards, the Osborne Royal Suite, and two Presidential Suites—all designed to meet the needs of both business and leisure travelers.
Beyond hospitality, Osborn Nweze Umahi maintains a diversified leadership portfolio. He serves as Director of Finance at Forte GCC Innovative Solutions, Managing Director of Brass Oil and Construction Limited, and oversees overall strategic direction for the resort chain.
The Addrex Hotel and Suites
- Owner- Evans Mbaraonye
- Abia
The Addrex Hotel and Suites is owned by Evans Mbaraonye, a real estate entrepreneur and CEO of 7th April Properties. The hotel operates under The Addrex Hotels and Suites Ltd, a private company limited by shares, incorporated on December 17, 2014, with registration number RC 1231753. Mbaranyoe oversees both the property development arm and the hospitality asset, positioning the brand as a modern player in Nigeria’s evolving hotel sector.
Located along Opobo Road, Ehere, Aba, the 94-room, four-star hotel was officially opened by the Governor of Abia State. The Addrex Hotel and Suites offers contemporary accommodation complemented by a curated mix of amenities, including a garden, bar, on-site parking, a 24-hour front desk, room service, and a restaurant specializing in African cuisine.
