Hotel Continental

Hotel Continental is a budget hotel at 36 Rue Dar Baroud on the port side of Tangier's medina, in northern Morocco's Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region. It is one of the city's historic hotels, long associated with travellers arriving by sea, and its position at the edge of the old town puts the ferry port, the medina's lanes, the Petit Socco and the kasbah within walking distance. The building has the faded, old-fashioned character of a nineteenth-century grand hotel, with high ceilings, period details and a terrace that looks toward the harbour and the bay, which is its main attraction. Rooms are listed as Single, Double and Triple, suiting solo travellers, couples and small groups. Rates run from about 450 MAD per night in low season to about 800 MAD in high season, making it one of the more affordable options in the old town. Amenities listed are a restaurant, a terrace and WiFi, and the hotel does not advertise a pool, spa or fitness facilities. Breakfast is typically available and the terrace is a pleasant spot for tea or a meal with a harbour view. Service is simple and unpretentious, with staff able to give directions, arrange taxis and suggest sights. Because the hotel is within the medina's edge, the surroundings are lively and can be noisy, and the steep, narrow streets mean arriving with heavy luggage requires some effort; a taxi can usually reach the area near the port. The hotel suits budget travellers, backpackers and those who prefer history and atmosphere to modern comfort. Room standards vary, so visitors should check recent conditions, air-conditioning availability and heating in winter before booking.