Hotel Nezha

Hotel Nezha is a two-star budget hotel in the Ville Nouvelle, the central new town of Tangier in northern Morocco. The street address is not confirmed in available listings, so the hotel is best placed by its neighbourhood: the grid of avenues between the Grand Socco and the bay, where shops, cafes and small restaurants are within a few minutes' walk. The medina is accessible on foot, and the beach and port are a short taxi ride away.

The hotel is a simple, no-frills property aimed at travellers who prioritise price and location over facilities. It offers single rooms and double or twin rooms with air conditioning and Wi-Fi. Prices are listed at about MAD 300-500 per night, roughly $32-$53, which places it among the cheaper options in the new town. Guests have rated it 7.0 on Booking.com, which suggests a basic but acceptable standard; expectations should be set for compact rooms and plain decor.

There is no restaurant, pool or spa listed. Meals are therefore taken at nearby cafes and eateries: Moroccan breakfast places serving bread, olive oil, cheese and mint tea, grilled-fish restaurants, and small snack counters serving sandwiches and soups. Tangier's centre is well supplied with inexpensive food, so the lack of on-site dining is rarely a problem.

The hotel suits backpackers, solo travellers, overland visitors and anyone using Tangier as a stop on the way to Chefchaouen, Tetouan or the ferry to Spain. The railway station and bus terminals can be reached by taxi within a short time, and the medina is close enough for evening walks.

Service is basic and personal. Staff can usually call taxis and give directions, but organised excursions are better arranged through a local tour operator. Visitors should confirm the exact address and check-in arrangements with the hotel before arrival, especially if arriving late at night.