5 Toiletries Every Short-Let Apartment Must Stock in 2026

Why toiletries matter for short-lets

Short-let guests in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt are now booking based on review photos. A well-stocked bathroom with proper toiletries lifts a 4.6-star property to a 4.9-star property. It's the single cheapest way to boost ratings.

And ratings matter: in 2026 the platforms favour properties with a 4.8+ rating in their algorithms, which drives more bookings at higher nightly rates. Guest toiletries are no longer optional.

The five non-negotiable toiletries

1. Shampoo and conditioner tubes — sealed, hotel-wrapped, at minimum 30ml. Guests notice when both are present (and notice when only shampoo is).

2. Shower gel or bath soap — wrapped 25–35g soap is the most economical; tubed shower gel feels more premium. Pick one and commit.

3. Body lotion — a small detail that signals care. A 30ml tube costs less than ₦200 in bulk.

4. Dental kit — toothbrush plus mini toothpaste. Guests forget this constantly. Stocking it earns a review mention every time.

5. Slippers — 4mm thin closed slippers are standard. Wrap them individually for hygiene presentation.

Branded versus unbranded

Unbranded hotel-wrapped toiletries are perfectly acceptable for short-lets and budget hotels. Premium and boutique properties benefit from custom-branded amenity kits — your logo on the bottle elevates perception and gives guests something to remember you by.

Custom branding requires slightly higher MOQs but the per-unit cost difference is small. If you're operating two or more units, branded amenities pay for themselves in repeat bookings.

Bulk sourcing guest toiletries in Nigeria

The economics of toiletries only work in bulk. Buying retail off the shelf — even from a wholesaler — typically costs 3–5x what a hospitality consumables Lagos supplier charges. MOQs from a specialist supplier usually start at 500 units per SKU, which sounds high but represents roughly 6–12 months of stock for a 4-unit short-let operation.

Ravion Hospitality stocks the full amenity range — shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, shower gel, dental kits, slippers, shower caps, vanity kits and premium amenity collections (Timeless Elegance, Lunar Glow, Heritage Classic and more).

Summary

Stock the five non-negotiables. Choose a bespoke hotel specification. Buy in bulk through a specialist supplier. Your reviews and repeat-booking rate will reflect the investment.

Request a personalised quote and we'll put together a 6-month amenity plan tailored to your property.