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TETOUAN
aBOUT THE CITY
There are few places in Morocco that have a more beautiful location than Tetouan. It has the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean sea on one side, the awe-inspiring Riff mountains to the other and clustered all around there are groves of orange and almond trees.
The city itself is a collection of bright white buildings clustered on the side of a verdant hill, with the sparkling river Martil flowing through the valley below. It has a strong Andalucian influence, having been founded by refugees seeking safety from the Iberian conflicts in the fifteenth century. Later it became the administrative capital of Morocco’s Spanish zone and despite the intervening 50 years or so since the Declaration of Independence the dual heritage is still easy to see.
The city is a lively place to visit, with plenty of sights to discover including a medina with UNESCO World Heritage Site status, and the Royal Palace. The nearby beach is a favourite with Moroccans, and the shopping is a mix of the traditional and the modern. All this and a gorgeous Mediterranean climate that averages 22°C in the winter and 35°C during the summer months
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TETOUAN BEACHES
The north coast of Morocco is a succession of one beautiful Mediterranean beach after another. The closest to Tetouan is the beach at Martil, a hugely popular destination for the locals in the know. Cabo Negro is a little further north, and is the place to go to enjoy an excellent beach without the crowds. It’s also a popular place for horse riding. Travel a little further north and you’ll arrive at Mdiq, a modern seaside resort with plenty for holidaymakers to do.
TETOUAN HERITAGE
Modern day Tetouan is built on the shoulders of three different cultures. It was founded by a mix of Muslim and Jewish refugees fleeing from southern Spain in the fifteenth century.
The Spanish finally caught up with Tetouan in the middle of the nineteenth century when they held it for three years, before a far more serious occupation in 1913 when it became the administrative centre of the Spanish Protectorate Zone until the advent of Moroccan independence in 1956.
Signs of Tetouan’s mixed parentage can be seen everywhere, not least in the medina, where the Muslim, Jewish and Amazigh sections are still obvious. The large Church of Bacturia holds Mass every Sunday, while the Jewish mellah can still be seen. And while the official language in Tetouan is Arabic, it’s easy to hear the distinct rapid fire sounds of Spanish still being spoken.
As well as the town itself you can visit the Ethnographic Museum to see examples of Riffian and Jibala traditional crafts, or take a trip to the Ensanche on the Place el Jala, where you can see displays of Moroccan artefacts from the Roman and Phoenician eras.
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Located in Tétouan, 29 km from Oued Laou, Residence Mirador Cabo Negro has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi.
Accommodations are fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A microwave, a fridge and stovetop are also offered, as well as an electric tea pot.
A terrace can be found at the condo hotel, along with a garden.
Tangier is 48.3 km from Residence Mirador Cabo Negro, while Tarifa is 48.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sania Ramel Airport, 9.7 km from the accommodation.
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Set in the village of Tetouan, this hotel features a rooftop terrace overlooking the medina. The air-conditioned suites offer free Wi-Fi and satellite TV.
A telephone and a private bathroom with a hairdryer are provided in each suite. Most of the suites have mosaic flooring and some feature carved, wooden furnishings.
Enjoy modern Moroccan cuisine in the restaurant, or dine on the shaded terrace. A continental breakfast is prepared every morning at Hotel Blanco Riad.
Tetouan Royal Palace is just 100 m from Blanco Riad, and Plaza Primo is 500 m away. Tetouan Sania Ramel Airport is 2.5 mi from the hotel.
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Located in Tétouan, Prestige Hotel & Spa provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. The restaurant serves Moroccan and Spanish dishes.
The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. All rooms come with a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries. All rooms include a desk.
Tangier is 29 mi from Prestige Hotel & Spa, while Ceuta is 23 mi away. The nearest airport is Sania Ramel Airport, 3.1 mi from the property.
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Located in Tétouan, Riad Las Mil y una Noches Tetuan offers a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared lounge and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property has a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests.
The riad will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, an electric tea pot, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Riad Las Mil y una Noches Tetuan the rooms come with bed linen and towels.
Buffet and halal breakfast options are available every morning at the accommodation.
Riad Las Mil y una Noches Tetuan provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying.
Oued Laou is 27.4 km from the riad, while Ceuta is 43.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sania Ramel, 4.8 km from Riad Las Mil y una Noches Tetuan, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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