Shortlet Maitama: Verified Apartments in Abuja’s Diplomatic District

Maitama is the address most visitors to Abuja have in mind when they want somewhere calm, secure and close to the people they are meeting. If you are looking for a shortlet in Maitama, Shortlet.app lists verified apartments in the district, priced in Naira, so you can compare them before you pay. This page covers what Maitama is like, who stays here and what to expect on price.

Nightly rates
₦30,000 – ₦250,000
Typical night
₦170,000
Verified listings
8
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What Maitama is known for

Maitama is Abuja’s most prestigious district. It is home to embassies, senior government residences and some of the city’s most exclusive apartment buildings, set along wide, quiet streets. The atmosphere is calm, secure and distinctly upmarket, which is exactly why diplomats, executives and guests attending high level meetings choose it.

The district sits close to Asokoro, where the Presidential Villa is located, so it keeps you near the seat of government without the noise of a commercial centre. It is a place to return to after a long day rather than somewhere to go out in the evening. If you want restaurants and shops on your doorstep, Wuse 2 is livelier.

Streets and surroundings

T.Y. Danjuma Street is one of the best known residential addresses in Maitama, lined with ambassadorial residences and private villas. It is a useful reference point when you check where a listing sits, because the streets around it are among the most sought after in the city. Check each listing’s map location rather than assuming, as the district is large and the character changes from street to street.

Who stays in Maitama

Maitama suits diplomats and embassy staff, senior executives, and guests on official or government business. It also draws staff from international organisations, NGOs and UN agencies on assignment, who tend to want a secure building, reliable access and a quiet place to work. For longer assignments, a shortlet gives you a kitchen and proper living space, which a hotel room cannot match over several weeks.

What shortlets cost in Maitama

Maitama sits at the top of the Abuja price range, reflecting its status, its security and its position near government and diplomatic institutions. Nightly rates in Maitama currently range from around ₦30,000 to ₦250,000, with a typical listing near ₦170,000 per night. Maitama and Asokoro apartments generally start from ₦30,000. There are currently 8 verified listings in Maitama.

All prices are shown in Naira with no currency conversion. A 3% service fee is added at checkout.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is a shortlet in Maitama best suited to?

Maitama suits guests who value calm, security and a prestigious address, including diplomats, executives, and anyone attending high level meetings. It is less suited to guests who want a busy evening scene within walking distance, or who are watching their budget closely.

Should I choose Maitama or Wuse 2?

Choose Maitama if your business is official or diplomatic and you want a quiet, upmarket base. Choose Wuse 2 if you want to be central, close to restaurants, shops and offices, at a lower price. Search both on Shortlet.app and compare the listings for your dates.

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