Meknes

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Meknes

An old madrasa in the center of the medina, with a courtyard full of detailed carvings, beautiful mosaics and great views from the rooftop.

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Meknes Medina

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Meknes Medina. You might want to make time for a stop at El Hedim Square or Bou Inania Medersa.

Meknes Medina
One of the oldest gates in all of Morocco, Bab Mansour in Meknes was completed in 1737. 

This is one of the parts of the gate that I was in utter awe of it's detail and beauty. 

Today there is an arts and craft gallery through the doors. So cool.

Definitely you need to check it out. WORTH. IT. :)

Hamria

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

While Hamria isn't home to many top sights, Place el-Hedim and Heri es-Souani are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hamria
One of the oldest gates in all of Morocco, Bab Mansour in Meknes was completed in 1737. 

This is one of the parts of the gate that I was in utter awe of it's detail and beauty. 

Today there is an arts and craft gallery through the doors. So cool.

Definitely you need to check it out. WORTH. IT. :)

Ville Nouvelle

Though Ville Nouvelle might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Heri es-Souani and Place el-Hedim.

Ville Nouvelle
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Mellah

While there might not be top attractions in Mellah, you can explore the larger area and discover places like El Hedim Square and Bab el-Mansour.

Mellah
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El Bassatine

When in El Bassatine, you can plan a visit to Heri es-Souani and Place el-Hedim, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

El Bassatine
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El Menzeh

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Menzeh and surrounding area, you can visit Heri es-Souani and Place el-Hedim.

El Menzeh
Hotel Menzeh Dalia
Hotel Menzeh Dalia
4 out of 5
Domaine Izmar Route Nationale No.6, Route vers Rabat BP972, Meknes
The price is SAR 308 per night from Jun 12 to Jun 13
SAR 308
SAR 355 total
12 Jun - 13 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Meknes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Palais Mansour and Royal Stables of Moulay Ismail are ...
6.4/10 (101 reviews)
"Room was fairly basic, but clean. Everything (outlets, fridge, TV etc.) worked. Breakfast was great. Pool and garden very peaceful. One annoyance: hall lights are on a timer that turns off before I could reach my room. Altogether very nice. I’ll likely return the next time I travel to Meknes."

Reviewed on 12 September 2024

Hotel Menzeh Dalia
Hotel Plaisance
Hotel Plaisance
3 out of 5
route de fes el menzeh, Meknes
The price is SAR 183 per night from Jun 12 to Jun 13
SAR 183
SAR 212 total
12 Jun - 13 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Meknes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Heri es-Souani and Agdal Basin are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (46 reviews)
"The place is amazing and staff is so nice very helpful I recommend this place 100% !!!!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Hotel Plaisance
ibis Meknes Hotel
ibis Meknes Hotel
3 out of 5
Avenue des Forces Armees Royales, Meknes
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 209 per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
SAR 209
SAR 238 total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Meknes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Meknes Museum and Great Mosque are ...
7.4/10 Good! (325 reviews)
"Nice guy on reception"

Reviewed on 12 February 2025

ibis Meknes Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Appartement Meublé
Appartement Meublé
2.5 out of 5
Derb Zemouri, Meknes, Fez-Meknès
Stay at this apartment in Meknes. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Meknes Museum and Great Mosque are located ...
"It is near everything. The owner was helpful and pleasant. The TV didn't work properly, I think WiFi signal was strong enough. I highly recommend the apt."

Reviewed on 8 December 2024

Appartement Meublé
Modern 2-Bedroom Apartment - Comfort & Style in the heart of Meknes
Modern 2-Bedroom Apartment - Comfort & Style in the heart of Meknes
Meknès
Stay at this apartment in Meknes. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Heri es-Souani and Agdal Basin are located nearby.
Modern 2-Bedroom Apartment - Comfort & Style in the heart of Meknes
Safe, well-equipped, well-furnished and very quiet apartment to rent for families
Safe, well-equipped, well-furnished and very quiet apartment to rent for families
Meknès
Stay at this apartment in Meknes. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Ayam Zaman and Heri es-Souani are located nearby.
Safe, well-equipped, well-furnished and very quiet apartment to rent for families
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Meknes

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 54%
4 - Good
5
4 - Good 38%
3 - Okay
1
3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Prefer Meknes to Fes!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Visit Volubillis in the morning otherwise it will too hot.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Meknes is awesome, very awesome. It’s my wife’s city and I love the people. Expect for the ibis host who checked me inn and called my room to pay taxes at 10pm. I hate you!

3/5 - Okay

Vincent

Petit taxis are hard to get in the medina, especially when you have a large luggage