Al Ismailia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

It's quite a walk from the medina, and when you first walk inside it doesn't seem to impressive. But the longer you stay, the more impressive it does become. Wander through the large halls, admire the architecture and head out back to the long rows of stables...it's a cool place to spend an hour. #meknes #morocco #thingstodo
It's quite a walk from the medina, and when you first walk inside it doesn't seem to impressive. But the longer you stay, the more impressive it does become. Wander through the large halls, admire the architecture and head out back to the long rows of stables...it's a cool place to spend an hour. #meknes #morocco #thingstodo
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Where to stay in Al Ismailia

Yup. I could live in this traditional Moroccan guesthouse. This is one of the several common areas that left me in awe. It's like staying in a palace, complete with courtyards, a rooftop overlooking the entire city, incredible staff, the best food we've had in the country and even a swimming pool. #awesome #meknes #morocco #riad #placestostay

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

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

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 may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Heri es-Souani and Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail.

Ville Nouvelle
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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 Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail.

El Menzeh
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El Bassatine

Though El Bassatine may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Heri es-Souani and Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail.

El Bassatine
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Mellah

Mellah might not have many top sights, but El Hedim Square and Koubbat as-Sufara’ are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mellah
Z Hotel Meknes

Z Hotel Meknes

4 out of 5
Rte d'Ifrane Majjate Fès-Meknès
Stay at this hotel in Majjate. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions COCO PACK and Ayam Zaman are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (38 reviews)
Never had the room I booked. The stuff was unfriendly

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2023

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ibis Meknes Hotel

ibis Meknes Hotel

3 out of 5
Avenue des Forces Armees Royales Meknes
The price is NZ$96 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$96
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Meknes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Meknes Museum and Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail ...
7.4/10 Good! (341 reviews)
This hotel has a nice pool and is close to a lot of things, but there is no AC and isn’t the cleanest.

Reviewed on 1 June 2025

ibis Meknes Hotel
Hotel Plaisance

Hotel Plaisance

3 out of 5
route de fes el menzeh Meknes
The price is NZ$99 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$99
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Meknes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Heri es-Souani and Agdal Basin are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (58 reviews)
Room was clean and staff was courteous

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

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Modern 2-Bedroom Apartment - Comfort & Style in the heart of Meknes

Modern 2-Bedroom Apartment - Comfort & Style in the heart of Meknes

Meknès 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
Appartement Meublé

Appartement Meublé

2.5 out of 5
Derb Zemouri Meknes Fez-Meknès
Stay at this apartment in Meknes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Meknes Museum and Kobt Souk 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 Dec 2024

Appartement Meublé
Appartement le Bel Abri

Appartement le Bel Abri

3 out of 5
Riad Ismailia Marjane Meknes Fez-Meknès
Stay at this apartment in Meknes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and slippers. Popular attractions Palais Mansour and Royal Stables of Moulay Ismail are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Very clean and very gracious about our late arrival.

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Appartement le Bel Abri
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Popular places to visit

Amazing detail inside the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail in Meknes which is open to non Muslims. It is closed between 12-3 most days. Try to avoid the tour groups which are especially thick in the afternoons.

Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail

Find out about the history of Al Machouar – Stinia when you take a trip to Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.

Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail
Interior of the bedroom and salon of this historical palace in Meknes. Such intricate work! This building served as a palace, hospital and later as an artists' studio before becoming a museum.

Dar Jamai Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Dar Jamai Museum in Meknes. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.

Dar Jamai Museum

Bab el-Mansour

You can find out about the history of Meknes with a trip to Bab el-Mansour. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.

Bab el-Mansour

Moulay Ismail University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Moulay Ismail University during your travels in Meknes. Wander the gardens or discover the area's countryside.

Moulay Ismail University

Heri es-Souani

Find out about the history of El Mechouar Stinia with a stop at Heri es-Souani. Wander the gardens or discover the area's countryside.

Heri es-Souani

Koubbat as-Sufara’

You can find out about the history of Meknes with a trip to Koubbat as-Sufara’. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.

Koubbat as-Sufara’

Cities near Al Ismailia

Roman ruins

Volubilis

It's quite a walk from the medina, and when you first walk inside it doesn't seem to impressive. But the longer you stay, the more impressive it does become. Wander through the large halls, admire the architecture and head out back to the long rows of stables...it's a cool place to spend an hour. #meknes #morocco #thingstodo

Al Machouar – Stinia

If those are shadows, the sun must be somewhere! A break in the rain...

El Mechouar Stinia