In which quarter house in Fez?

Want a little trip to Fez, also known as the “La Reine du Maghreb”? To find out where to stay in Fez during your trip, here are our suggestions...

Fez is an emblematic city Morocco , located 180 km east of Rabat, the capital. It covers three areas: the medina (or ancient city), the royal enclosure and the new districts. Fez is the capital of the traditional, religious and culinary culture of Morocco. A fortified city classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Fès offers a superb architecture, rich in colours and history. Are you wondering where to sleep in Fez during your getaway? Between traditional Riads, luxury palaces, hotels and hostels at attractive prices, you will find your ideal accommodation!

The old medina (Fès El Bali)

Log to Fez in the heart of the old medina? An experience to live during your stay! For 12 centuries, Médina de Fès remained almost unchanged, making it one of the most preserved Muslim quarters in the world. Enjoy your guided tour through this real labyrinth to visit the souk and discover the work of the different artisans of the city: carpenters, saddlers, maroquiniers... On the outside of the medina, on the heights, some spots offer a superb view of the city: the opportunity to discover the neighborhood differently, and to take your eyes!

Bab Bou Jeloud

The entrance to this neighborhood is through a monumental door decorated with blue and green faiences, typical Fez colours. To learn more about the arts and traditions of Fez, visit Batah Museum , located in the neighborhood. Admire the spectacular architecture of the Koranic school Bou Inania, or walk along the river avenue Talaa Kebira , one of the longest of the city, stirring small local shops and traditional restaurants. If you are looking to sleep in Fez, the area is ideally located as it is in the heart of tourist attractions.

As Seffarine

If you are looking for a more authentic and resolutely crafted place, book your accommodation on the side of the place As Seffarine . Nearby, all your senses will be titulated: your ears first. Here it is the sound of copper hammered by the craftsmen who get heard in the day. But reassure yourself: the surrounding tumult turns out as soon as you cross the doors of the traditional houses of Morocco, due to the thickness of their walls. If you choose this neighborhood to stay in Fez, you don’t have to worry about the noise! As far as your odor is concerned, skin and tincture odors will tell you that you are close to district of the tanneries . If you’re a fan of fine bill leather items, it’s here that you’ll have to make a lot of memories!

Fez el Jedid (or Fez El Jdid)

A desire to stay "Royal"? Then why don't you stay in Fez El Jdid? It is the oldest Jewish quarter of Morocco and has all the attributes of an imperial neighborhood. Gorgeous palaces (like the old royal palace) Dar el Makhzen ), traditional baths and mosques mark this area whose construction dates back to the 13th century.

And you, where are you going to stay in Fez during your stay in Morocco? Tell our readers about your experiences!