Just in case you are asking, is it the same as Laguna Beach in California, USA?
Well not really.
You really shouldn’t be so surprised because Yes, there is also a Laguna Beach here in Lagos, Nigeria.
While the owners may be different, I believe the choice of name was intentional to let people know that you can get a Nigerian version of Laguna Beach here in Lagos Nigeria.
About Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach is one of the newest beach additions to the list of private beaches in Lagos, the beach was opened in November 2019. Laguna beach is known to be less crowded, clean, calm and a beautiful private Beach in Lagos. The beach opens every day of the year from 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Daily, so yes they have a closing time everyday so guests can get home to catch some rest after a fun-filled day at the beach.
Laguna Beach is one beach in Lagos that gives a trip to a Dubia Beach feel, not just Dubia but an Italian/Asian styled theme design beach. This vibes comes from the way the beach owners paid attention to adding a few details to the beach design to give the beach a not your regular typical Nigerian beach look. The beach has cabana in addition to the regular beach settings.
Where is Laguna Beach Located in Lagos?
Laguna Beach is 20 minutes drive from Lekki Phase 1, located on Okun Ajah Road, Eti-Osa, Lekki-Scheme 2, Lagos, Nigeria. Laguna Beach is easy to get to as it is located in an easy to locate area and doesn’t require any extra boat cost to get to the beach making it a budget friendly beach to go hang out at.
Gate Fee/Entrance Fee | Free on weekdays1,000 on Weekends2,000 on Holidays |
Packing Space/ Fee | Packing Space is Available/No Packing Fee Required |
Opening Time on Weekends | 24 Hours |
Opening Time on Weekdays | 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
Cabana Rental Fee | 10,000 |
Please Note that these prices are subject to change
Can I Bring Food to Laguna Beach
Unfortunately the answer to that question is a capital “NO”, even when willing to pay a Corkage Fee you will not be allowed to bring food into Laguna beach. Before now beach goers were allowed to bring food into Laguna Beach but soon stopped for what it is worth you should know that Laguna Beach Restaurant has the most special menu you can find on any beach out there.
The beach restaurant and a bar has more than enough of a variety of food to eat and drinks to chill with.
Talking about drinks, Laguna Beach boast of having expert bartenders who makes the best cocktails, milkshakes, ice teas and fun beach drinks ever.
Here is a list of drinks one can find at Laguna Beach:
Laguna special, Long island, Pina colada, sex in da Beach, Ice Teas, Laguna Special Lemon Ice Tea, Coconut Cocktail, Chapman, Milkshakes, Tropican cocktail and an even longer list of Spirit, wine and alcoholic drinks.
Things To Do At Laguna Beach
While the beach may not be of massive size like many other Beaches in Lagos you can still have a cool, calm, fun and relaxing time at Laguna Beach. Here is a list of notable things anyone can do at Laguna Beach.
Beach Soccer: There is decent room for playing beach soccer at Laguna Beach both on the ocean shores, in the beach as well at the swimming pool but make sure to come along with your Ball needed to play the game.
Swimming: Swimming is one fun activity anyone headed to a beach can be sure to enjoy. At Laguna Beach you have to choose to play and swim in the clean beach water or if you aren’t such a good swimmer you still get to swim in Laguna Beach swimming pool.
Chatting over a couple of great drinks: Laguna Beach is a perfect fun spot to hangout with a long lost friend to chat and catch up over a long list of the best cocktails while relaxing and watching the ocean water do their magical dance moves.
Dining with Loved Ones: With special meals like Laguna meatballs, Laguna noodles, Asun, Chicken and chips, grilled fish, chicken wings trust me when I say there is great food waiting to satisfy your taste buds at Laguna Beach Restaurant. The meals are prepared under hygienic conditions and so you can eat to your fill without any worries.
Snooker: Guests who love Snooker can play snooker games with other guests, a perfect place to make new friends, acquaintances, and networking especially if you are new to the city of Lagos. Friends can also meet up at Laguna Beach to take some time off the busy Lagos city to hangout and have fun, while sipping some cocktails.
A Feel of the Cabana: Laguna beach is probably the only beach where you can find a Cabana as at the time of writing this article. Cabana are perfect beach sideout shades perfectly made to have beach goers sit right at the sea shores comfortably and cozy under plenty of shade. At Laguna Beach the cubana are about eight in number so do well to make a reservation ahead to enable you to secure one for you and your loved ones. As at the time of writing this article the cost of renting a cabana is about 10,000 Naira.
Rules And Regulations At Laguna Beach
- Bringing in Foods and drinks is not allowed.
- No Pets Allowed
- Fires are Prohibited
- Ensure to make reservations for a cabana if you would love to hangout in one.
- Swimming is Free.
Is Laguna Beach Expensive?
For a private Beach, Laguna is not a highly expensive beach to chill at. Laguna Beach is somewhere around moderately priced. Like I always say this doesn’t mean if you plan to head there with a fat purse that you won’t get a good line up of things to have a great time with. Considering the ease of getting to Laguna Beach as well as the cost of foods and drinks at Laguna Beach, Laguna Beach offers guests a Budget friendly fun Beach experience.
Conclusion
If you are looking for a Paradise Spot in the heart of Lagos, to chill, unwind and relax while enjoying the beautiful Atlantic Ocean view the you should try heading out to Laguna Beach.