Funky Fes

Funky Fes is a popular hostel in the Fes el-Bali medina of Fes, Morocco, on Boulevard Ahmed Ben Mohamed near the Bab Rcif area. The medina is the main draw of the neighbourhood: the hostel sits within the old city, so guests wake up amid its markets and lanes, and sights such as the Bou Inania Madrasa, the Qarawiyyin quarter and the Chouara Tannery can be reached on foot. Bab Rcif is also a taxi and local-transport hub on the edge of the medina, which helps with arrivals and departures. The medina is pedestrian-only inside the gates, so guests should plan to walk the final stretch with their bags. The hostel occupies a traditional-style medina building, and its character is social and informal, aimed at solo travellers, backpackers and young groups who want to meet other people. Accommodation includes Dormitory Beds and Private Rooms, with prices ranging from about MAD 90 for a dorm bed to about MAD 450 for a private room, which makes it one of the most affordable choices in the medina. Listed amenities are dorm beds, private rooms, a rooftop terrace, a shared lounge and Wi-Fi. The rooftop terrace gives views over the medina and is a natural gathering point in the evening, while the shared lounge supports the hostel's social atmosphere. No pool, spa or fitness facilities are listed. Meals are most often taken in the surrounding medina, where cafes and small restaurants serve Moroccan food at low prices, and visitors may also ask the hostel about breakfast or group meals. Service is friendly and practical, with staff helping with orientation, guide recommendations, day trips and onward travel. The property has a website at funkyfes.com and a listed phone number, +212 535 63 31 96. It suits budget-conscious travellers who prefer community over privacy.