Kano is northern Nigeria's largest city and a former Hausa city-state, known for its medieval walled old city, Emir's Palace, Kurmi Market and centuries-old indigo dye pits.
Hotels by budget
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Budget-friendly
Criss Cross Hotel
Budget hotel on Race Course Road. Phones 0817 720 1770, 0809 545 5838.
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Guest inn in Sabon Gari. Phone 0903 951 3159.
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Bristol Palace Hotel
Multi-storey hotel in Tarauni with a restaurant and meeting rooms. Phones +234 9030 00 88 99 and +234 8111 35 35 35; reservations@bristolpalace.ng.
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Tower hotel off Zungeru Road in Sabon Gari with airport transfer and breakfast. Phone +234 814 533 3540.
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GRA hotel with a pool, gym and restaurant. Phones 0803 716 6691, 0803 377 3923, 0809 769 7979.
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Four-star rated hotel on Audu Bako Way with spa and airport shuttle.
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Guest palace with an on-site restaurant and car hire. Phones 0805 029 8536, 0805 029 8537, 0805 029 8538.
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Hotel on Bompai Road. Phones 0805 566 5594, 0802 420 3311, 0703 092 2506.
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Hotel off Miller Road in Bompai with pool and airport transfer. Phone 0805 804 9763.
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Hotel in Nomansland, Fagge. Phones 0803 617 9946, 0905 599 0272, 0803 349 3908.
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Suite hotel on Burma Road, Sabon Gari. Phone 0806 666 6460.
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GRA hotel. Phones 0902 168 4030, 0810 093 5004.
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Suite hotel on Race Course Road. Phones 0805 043 7883, 0704 517 0737.
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Premium hotels
International chain hotels and boutique luxury properties offer premium amenities, excellent service, and modern facilities for discerning travelers.
Best neighborhoods to stay
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City Center
The heart of Kano with easy access to main attractions, restaurants, and transportation.
Best for: First-time visitors, short stays
Old Town
Traditional architecture and local character. Walking distance to historical sites and authentic dining.
Best for: Culture enthusiasts, photographers
Our top picks
Handpicked recommendations for every type of traveler.
Bristol Palace Hotel
Multi-storey hotel in Tarauni with a restaurant and meeting rooms. Phones +234 9030 00 88 99 and +234 8111 35 35 35; reservations@bristolpalace.ng.
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Tower hotel off Zungeru Road in Sabon Gari with airport transfer and breakfast. Phone +234 814 533 3540.
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GRA hotel with a pool, gym and restaurant. Phones 0803 716 6691, 0803 377 3923, 0809 769 7979.
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Four-star rated hotel on Audu Bako Way with spa and airport shuttle.
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Guest palace with an on-site restaurant and car hire. Phones 0805 029 8536, 0805 029 8537, 0805 029 8538.
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Hotel on Bompai Road. Phones 0805 566 5594, 0802 420 3311, 0703 092 2506.
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Alternative accommodations
Beyond traditional hotels, consider these options.
Guesthouses
Family-run guesthouses offer authentic local experiences and often include home-cooked meals. Great for cultural immersion.
Serviced apartments
Ideal for longer stays or families. Kitchen facilities help save money and provide flexibility.
Hostels
Budget-friendly option for solo travelers. Dorms and private rooms available with social common areas.