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The Hotel

Situated in close proximity to the Polo Club in GRA II, Port Harcourt, only 35km from the international airport, the brand new 4 star Protea Hotels Garden City offers 103 rooms and suites ranging from standard single to a Presidential Suite.

Catering for the corporate as well as conference markets, the hotel offers state-of-the-art facilities, including a Business Centre. Excellent dining facilities are offered in the restaurant, while leisure amenities include a pool and fully-equipped gym. Shops, a golf club, night life and the polo club are all within easy driving distance.

Location

Port Harcourt was built as a port for exporting coal from Enugu. Situated in Rivers State, Port Harcourt is now more commonly known for its proximity to oil, all around town you will see oil flares burning at night. Wealth has made it one of Nigeria's most expensive cities.

The Protea Hotel Garden City is conveniently located 30 minutes from the International Airport, in the leafy suburb of GRA Phase 2, in close proximity to the esteemed Port Harcourt Polo Club.

Distances From Port Harcourt:

1. Abuja - 45 minutes by air
2. Lagos - 1 hour by air
3. Aba - 40 minutes by road
4. Calabar - 30 minutes by air
5. Enugu - 281km
6. Nearest airport - Port Harcourt International Airport (30 minutes)
7. Nearest City - Port Harcourt

Features

GUEST Facilities and amenities at Protea Hotels Garden City include

1. A restaurant, on the ground floor
2. The main lounge is on the ground floor
3. Each floor has its own lounge
4. Bar on the ground floor opposite reception
5. WI-FI available in Public Areas

Leisure facilities at the hotel include a swimming Pool and cocktail pool bar, as well as a fully-equipped Gym. Nearby sporting facilities include the Polo Club (5 minutes' drive) and a Golf Club (15 minutes' drive). Night life, restaurants and shops are only 10 minutes away.

A courtesy vehicle is available for GUESTS requiring transport around town and free open is also available.

Attractions

New Market and Bonny Market:
The market is always a good place to experience the true "vibe" of Nigeria. New Market offers fresh fish, building materials, electronics and even second hand clothing items are readily available.

Bonny Market, the seaside market, is as well known for the availability of fresh barracuda, prawns, lobsters and red snapper as it is for the availability of black market foreign exchange.

Bonny Island:
Surrounded by seawater, the island is resident to many fishermen and boats the largest LNG gas plant in Nigeria. A firm favorite amongst the tourists, visiting the island by speed boat or helicopter.

Polo Park:
Located in the heart of GRA, Polo Park is restricted to members only. One can view numerous horses grazing or from time to time you may be lucky enough to see an actual polo match underway.

Port Harcourt International Airport:
On the outskirts of town towards Unuagwa, the International Airport hosts both domestic and international carriers such as Air France and Virgin Atlantic.

Port Harcourt Zoo:
Located at Trans-Amadi road Ukujiagu via Slaughter House, one may see animals such as Monkeys, Lion, Elephants and Snakes.

Isaac Boro Park:
A park located at Mile One, Isaac Boro Park primarily offers children's' amusement attractions. It also acts as a conference or seminar venue.

Harbour:
A very busy harbour port, ships can be seen offloading, while speedboats and canoes add to the already-congested harbour. Seafood sales also take place on the harbour front.

Monument of King Jaja of Opobo:
This King was a Chief during the days of the "Colonial Masters". An activist against slave-trading, King Jaja was a powerful ruler who died under mysterious circumstances. The Monument at Opobo Nkolo serves to honor his memory.

Ifoko Beach, Ifoko:
A tourist centre beach, it serves as a picnic venue together with bush bar restaurants offering palm wine, entertainment and local dishes.

Liberation Stadium:
Located at Elekeohia, a stadium with approximately 250 capacity hosts local football league matches while numerous shops, restaurants and bars surround the stadium walls.

Port Harcourt Refinery and Petrochemical, Orobili:
Located at Eleme Local Government of Rivers State, the Refinery was the first and largest refinery of its kind in Nigeria. Crude oil is refined for both export and local usage.

Rooms

Accommodation in each of the 103 rooms and suites is luxurious, spacious and comprises

1. 81 Superior rooms: Comfortable bedroom ensuite, with kingsize or twin beds and bath/shower combo. Interleading rooms, comprising a superior and deluxe room, are available on request
2. 10 Deluxe rooms: Spacious en-suite room with kingsize bed and Bathroom with separate bath and shower
3. 4 Lounge Rooms: Large, spacious en-suite room (kingsize bed), with lounge area and Bath/Shower Combo
4. 6 Suites: 1x en-suite bedroom with kingsize bed, separate bath and shower, Lounge and GUEST toilet
5. 2 Deluxe Presidential Suites: 2x en-suite bedrooms (with kingsize beds), separate lounge with bar area and large flat-screen TV, computer, separate GUEST toilet

All rooms are carpeted and air-conditioned, with facilities including

1. Satellite TV (DSTV)
2. Telephone
3. Hairdryers
4. Mini-bar fridge
5. Modem points
6. Internation plug point
7. Electronic door locks
8. International plug points
9. Internet facilities

Conferencing

Conference Facilities:

Two conference venues are available, seating up to 200 delegates in various styles. A Business Centre, comprising an 18-seater Boardroom and 6-seater meeting room, is on hand for corporate or informal group get-togethers.

A courtesy vehicle is available for GUESTS requiring transport around town and free open parking is also available.