Morocco Hostels - Budget Accomodation in Morocco, Europe

Morocco is just a step away from Europe, across the narrow straits of Gibraltar, but it is a world away in culture and experience, brimming over with contrasts, colour and mystery. This is due partly to its geographical position, sited at the crossroads where the East meets the West, Africa shakes hands with Europe, and the Mediterranean merges with the Atlantic.

Sitting at the top northwest corner of Africa and sharing two oceans, the countrys main appeal for visitors has always been its Mediterranean climate, the quality of its crafts and its exotic nature. However in more recent years tourists and backpackers are discovering other hidden delights and adventures, particularly in the northern and central parts of Morocco in the Rif and High Atlas hills, where it is even possible to enjoy a skiing holiday. Then, down south, some are drawn to explore the sands of the Western Sahara, on camelback, horseback or 4X4.

Whether you visit Morocco for the sunshine, or to trek through the hills or the hot desert sands, it is a sure bet you will also be enchanted by the timeless Medieval medinas of the cities, particularly in Fez and Marrakech, where the souks and squares plunge visitors into a fascinating foreign world. Snake charmers weave their magic; the stench of the tanners yards pervades the air; and the call of the muezzins wafts from the ancient minarets. The overall memory will be one of sweetened mint tea, brightly coloured slippered feet and big smiles.

Although most of its suburban enclaves are ultra modern, Morocco has more than its share of ancient monuments and magnificent buildings, reflecting a turbulent history shaped by its strategic location. Since the days of the Phoenicians, Morocco has attracted foreign interest, from the Romans, Vandals, Visigoths and ancient Greeks until the coming of the Arabs in the 7th century, who brought Islam and the Alaouite Dynasty. European powers have had their day, too, trying to control this northern tip of Africa. France and Spain battled for control, until nationalism triumphed and the Kingdom of Morocco gained independence in 1956 (except for the two small enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla in the north which are still controlled by Spain). This rich past, coupled with a timeless present, makes Morocco a magical mystery tour of surprises and enchantment for thousands of visitors every year.

  Agadir Hostels : Agadir has a very beautiful beach, nevertheless it tends to attract the wrong kind of tourism. As the result of an earthquake in 1960, Agadir is a completely modern city, which rem..

  Al Hoceima Hostels : Al Hoceima is mainly known as a beach resort. It is a pleasant location to rest while touring the Rif. Al Hoceima was built by the Spanish in 1926, after they suppressed a Rif rebe..

  Asilah Hostels : Asilah feels and looks a lot like a Spanish town in Andalucia. It is a lovely, old, very clean white washed town on the Atlantic. The town has a very quiet feel, and makes for a go..

  Azemmour Hostels : Azemmour is the least visited of all the coastal towns. It stands at the location where the Oumm er Rabia (the biggest river in Morocco) flows into the Atlantic, just north of El J..

  Azrou Hostels : Azrou is a very friendly Berber town situated 89 kilometer south of Fez. Its a wonderful location to stop and relax when you cant take anymore souks and hustlers. The town lies bet..

  Boulemalne Hostels : Boumalne du Dades is a small town that overlooks the valley. It makes for a pleasant stop in the valley and it is a good base for walking expeditions. The oasis surrounding the tow..

  Casablanca Hostels : Casablanca is the economic capital of Morocco and the biggest city, with about 5 million people. Tourists coming to Casa expect to find a romantic town, as depicted in the classic ..

  Cascades Ouzoud Hostels : Cascade Ouzoud should be classified as one of the natural wonders of Morocco. Approximately 110 meters high, the cascade is northeast of Marrakech about 150km. Like some stage play..

  Chaouen Hostels : Chefchaouen (literally look at the peaks in Arabic) is an enchanting town sitting at the foot of the Rif Mountains. It is a unique location to visit for various reasons: it is smal..

  Chefchaouen Hostels : It is no wonder that tourists flock to Chefchaouen: this humble town is the embodiment of almost every Moroccan cliche. The picturesque medina, set against the dramatic backdrop of..

  Dades Gorge Hostels : The Dades gorge is a spectacular place! It has a relaxed atmosphere, so you may want to recover if youre in need of a rest from the daily hassle. The gorge is as interesting as the..

  Dades Valley Hostels : Oh the beauty of the valley of a thousand kasbahs! The Dades area is filled with lush valley oasis towns, set against the immense blue Moroccan sky. This area is almost surreal in ..

  Dakhla Hostels : About 550 km south of El ayoune (al Ayun) on the Atlantic Coast is the town of Dakhla (ed Dakhla). This town was a Spanish outpost in colonial days. Today it doesnt have a lot to a..

  El Jadida Hostels : El Jadida, literally meaning the new one is a nice old town on the Atlantic coast, about 100 kilometer south of Casablanca. El Jadidas open stretch of beach is the towns main highl..

  Erfoud Hostels : Erfoud is much like Er Rachidia a French built administrative town built in the thirties. The town, with its dusty red buildings, has a ghost town atmosphere but is surrounded by s..

  Essaouira Hostels : Essaouira is one of Moroccos most enjoyable and attractive towns on the coast. Its charm is undeniable with its white washed and blue shuttered houses, art galleries, wood workshop..

  Fes Hostels : There is 11 hostels in the city of Fes. You can book online for free at Riad Arabesque, Riad Damia, Riad Sara, Riad Dar Dmana, Hotel Batha, Zahrat Al Jabal Hotel, Riyad Sheherazade..

  Fez Hostels : Its hard to get your grip on Fez. This may be partly because there are three towns in Fez: the two historical walled areas Fes l Bali (the old town) and Fes l Jdid (the new town) a..

  Figuig Hostels : If you are the adventurous type, the desert trip from Er Rachidia to Figuig will blow your mind. It is a 6 hour journey through the isolated lands of Morocco, dominated by spectacu..

  Goulimime Hostels : Goulimine is situated at the edge of the Sahara. this is where the blue men, the nomads and sedentary populations used to meet. However, you have to watch out for theatrical cons, ..

  High Atlas Mountains Hostels : There is 1 hostels in the city of High Atlas Mountains. You can book online for free at Guest House Ouassaggou, ..

  Ifrane Hostels : Ifrane is a nice, and interesting location with pseudo Alpine villas and large suburban streets. It was created by the French in 1929 and is probably one of the cleanest cities in ..

  Imlil Hostels : Imlil is the ideal base for trekking, hiking or camping in the Atlas mountains. If you are coming from Marrakesh your first stop will be Asni. Asni is the end of the line for bus a..

  Larache Hostels : With little hassle and few tourist traps, Larache is worth a short visit to feel what a typical Moroccan town is like. Larache is next to an estuary which wanders into the Atlantic..

  Marrakech Hostels : Traversing the alleyways and souks of Marrakech, particularly in the Medina (Old City), it is easy to believe you have been transported back in time or stumbled onto a movie set fo..

  Meknes Hostels : Meknes is one of the four Imperial cities and its name and fame are closely linked to that of the Moroccan Sultan Moulay Ismail. Hemade Meknes the center of his empire and built ma..

  Merzouga Hostels : Watching the sun rise or set over the sand dunes of Merzouga may be the most spectacular experience you have on your trip to Morocco. The Erg Chebbi, the name of these sand dunes, ..

  Moulay Idriss Hostels : The creator of the first Arab dynasty and most sacred saint, Moulay Idriss, is buried in the center of this very holy town. Non muslims are not permitted to visit many of the shrin..

  Oualidia Hostels : Otocec Castle , a jewel rising from the mists of the Krka River , is the only water castle in Slovenia and far around. Its earliest foundations were built in the middle Ages, and i..

  Ouarzazate Hostels : Oualida is a spectacular resort with a lagoon beach on the Atlantic coast between Safi and El Jadida. It is a wonderful location to relax, eat delicious seafood, swim, surf, wind s..

  Ouirgane Hostels : Ouirgane is a lovely small town nestled in the Atlas mountains equipped with surprisingly beautiful hotels. Its a wonderful location to stop before driving the terrifying but spect..

  Oujda Hostels : Oujda is the easternmost city of Morocco and has been influenced by Algerian music and culture for years. This is, for example, where the best Rai ( a kind of Arabic music) is made..

  Ourika Hostels : A trip to the Ourika Valley is a amazing escape from the heat and noise of Marrakesh. The first thirty minutes, you drive through a rather dull, flat plan. At the village, souk tni..

  Ouzoud Hostels : Cascades dOuzoud is a gorgeous small small town around an hour/hour and a half taxi ride from Afourar (which is South West of Beni Mellal). Ouzoud has become more of a touristy are..

  Rabat Hostels : About a million people live in the capital Rabat and its sister city Sale, but wandering around the Medina, the Kasbah or the Modern Town this is not the impression you get. Life i..

  Rissani Hostels : Rissani is the last small town on the Ziz River, the desert begins here. Most of the local residents still live in the 18th century ksar, a maze of dark almost troglodyte passages...

  Safi Hostels : If you want to buy beautiful pottery at good prices, Safi is the location to come. Its not the most beautiful Moroccan town as it is surrounded by factories, nevertheless, it is a ..

  Sefrou Hostels : Sefrou, an historical walled town, is settled at the foothills of the Middle Atlas. Until the 1950s, one third of the population was Jewish. Even before the coming of Islam, a Jewi..

  Sidi Ifni Hostels : The Spanish atmosphere and the Art Deco architecture are two reasons to visit this coastal town. It was not too long ago, 1969, that Spain relinquished its enclave. It sits on a cl..

  Skoura Hostels : The trip from Ouarzazate to Skoura is through a dull plain. However, the Restaurant du Lac, 19 km from Ouarzazate, is a lovely location to take a break (from May to September). It ..

  Smara Hostels : Smara is settled in the north of the Western Sahara. It has been an significant location on the caravan route from West Africa. Ma al Aynayn has his main camp here, just before he ..

  Tafraoute Hostels : Tafraoute is a nice and easy going mountain small town east of Tiznit, south east of Agadir. After the barren landscape, it is a welcoming site to feel the cool air coming from the..

  Tangier Hostels : Tangier is a major port of entrance from Spain to the beautiful and lovely Kingdom of Morocco. Although the old city is quite run down, it certainly has a lot of charm. The petit S..

  Taroudant Hostels : Taroudant is a beautiful location to stop explore the enchanting souk, take in some of the best preserved walls in Morocco, and eat some of the best cooking in the south. The city ..

  Taza Hostels : In earlier days controlling Taza meant controlling the road from Fez to Tlemcen; it was the key to controlling the whole east of Morocco. Since the arrival of the French, first in ..

  Temara Hostels : There is 1 hostels in the city of Temara. You can book online for free at La Felouque Hotel, ..

  Tetouan Hostels : For People Coming into Morocco through Ceuta, Tetouan is Most likely to be there first encounter with Morocco. Take a deep breath when you get out of the bus, because you will be b..

  Tin Mal Hostels : Tin Mal is an excellent sight, but it is pretty hard to reach if you dont have your own wheels. Tin Mal is loacted roughly half way between Marrakesh and Taroudant on the Tizi n Te..

  Tineghir Hostels : Even though Tineghir (sometimes written as Tinerhir) is a good base from which to visit the Todra Gorge, it is also a very beautiful and relaxing location to stay. The Tineghir pal..

  Tiznit Hostels : Tiznit is a pretty town with ochre walls around the city center. The market is nice (the buses stop on the square opposite the market), there is an old spring you can visit, and a ..

  Todra Gorge Hostels : The Todra Gorge is one of the most spectacular trips you can make by 4WD. The countryside is amazing. There is a wonderful hotel at the mouth of the Todra Gorge on the south side. ..

  Volubilis Hostels : Volubilis is the best preserved Roman site in Morocco and is an easy excursion from Meknes. It is on the same winding road as Moulay Idriss, the birthlocation of Moulay Idriss, the..

  Zagora Hostels : At first sight, Zagora is a dusty, single street town. However, its location and festivals save it from being just another dust filled desert town. In many ways Zagora is the end o..