Considered the cultural, religious and culinary capital of Morocco, the city of Fes offers its visitors a true change of scenery. Its monuments, its atmosphere and its traditions make it a place steeped in authenticity, where time seems to have stood still. To discover all its riches, Fes offers a wide range of accommodations suited to all budgets and desires. Hotel Fes, Riad Fes swimming pool, Ryad Maroc, what will be your choice to discover the city in the best conditions?

Fes: a city with an intact and living medieval heritage

Far from being a museum-city, Fes has managed to preserve its historical monuments intact, while also passing on its traditions from generation to generation. Considered one of the best-preserved medieval cities, it invites visitors to leap into the past and break away from their Western habits. From the very entrance to the city, the medieval heritage stands out with the enormous fortifications surrounding the old city, entered through one of 13 majestic gates. From then on, the change of scenery is guaranteed and visitors move from discovery to discovery:

  • With its roughly 10,000 alleyways lined with stalls, shops and cafés, the Medina of Fes is one of the largest pedestrian urban areas in the world. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has preserved all its bygone character, with craftsmen at work, laden donkeys wandering through, and its almost constant bustle.
  • The city of Fes is also famous for the Al-Quaraouiyine madrasa, the oldest still-operating university in the world. Both a school and a mosque, the Bou Inania university also deserves a visit, as its restoration is a true success story. It is one of the only religious buildings in Morocco accessible to non-Muslims.
  • Symbols of the Jewish presence during the medieval era, the Aben Danan synagogue and the Jewish quarter are also must-see sites in the city of Fes. There you will discover architecture very different from the rest of the city, but just as authentic.
  • Don’t miss the ruins of the ancient city of Volubilis either. An hour’s drive from Fes, they reveal a fascinating landscape, where imposing remains are highlighted by the Rif mountain range and the surrounding olive groves.
  • Fes is also known for the many music festivals it hosts each year. The most renowned of all, the Fes Festival, celebrates religious music from around the world to deliver a message of tolerance and openness to other cultures.

A wide range of accommodations

Whether you choose accommodation in the old or new town, you will enjoy a fully comfortable welcome to discover Fes in the best possible conditions. Hotel Fes, Maroc Riad or Riad Fes swimming pool, discover a complete range of accommodation, whatever your budget and expectations.

Want to live at the rhythm of Fes and immerse yourself in the heart of its culture? Opt for a stay in one of the magnificent Riads of the old town. Typical of Moroccan architecture, the Riad is a traditional house closed off from the outside and organized around an interior courtyard. Often equipped with a panoramic terrace, the Ryad Maroc will offer you a breathtaking view over the rooftops of the Medina. A 1001 nights atmosphere, hammam, lush patio and comfortable rooms, enjoy the endless charm of a Maroc Riad accommodation. And to relax after a day of sightseeing, you’ll appreciate the comfort of a Riad Fes swimming pool!