Albarnous Maison d'Hôtes

Albarnous Maison d'Hôtes is an upscale guesthouse at 18B Rue Ahmed Cheikh Ben Ajiba in the Kasbah of Tangier, in Morocco's Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region. The Kasbah occupies the high north-western corner of the old town, and the guesthouse is within walking distance of the Kasbah Museum, the Bab el Assa gate, the Place de la Kasbah and the viewpoints over the Strait of Gibraltar. The Grand Socco, the main medina market lanes and the beach are a short walk or taxi ride away. As in much of the Kasbah, the lanes are narrow and steep, so vehicles stop at the edge of the quarter and luggage is carried the last stretch. The house follows the maison d'hôtes tradition, with a traditional Moroccan interior, tiled floors, arched doorways, carved ceilings and a roof terrace overlooking the rooftops and the sea. The atmosphere is calm, intimate and designed for guests who want a character stay rather than hotel-style amenities. Accommodation is offered as double or twin rooms and suites, with air conditioning and Wi-Fi, and nightly rates of about MAD 900 to 1,400 reflect the upscale positioning; Wikivoyage lists rates of EUR 90-100. Breakfast is served on the terrace or in the house and generally includes Moroccan pastries, bread, eggs, fruit and mint tea, and the hosts can suggest nearby restaurants for dinner. There is no spa or pool, since the draw is atmosphere, privacy and location. Service is personal and hosted, with help for arrival, taxis, medina orientation and day trips to Cape Spartel, the Caves of Hercules, Asilah and Chefchaouen. The guesthouse suits couples, solo travellers and visitors interested in Tangier's artistic history. Advance booking is advisable in spring and autumn, as the number of rooms is limited.