Riad Al-Qurtubi - Tangier

Former palace guest house with a 9.3 location score and rooftop views of the Strait of Gibraltar

Guest House with Rooftop Terrace

Riad Al-Qurtubi is a former palace gifted to a Moroccan spy by the British government, now a guest house with a sprawling rooftop terrace offering unobstructed views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Strait of Gibraltar. The terrace is the main dining area for breakfast and also serves dinner with wine and beer. Inside, hand-carved stonework and zellige tiles decorate the common areas.

Rooms with Private Hammam

Certain rooms, such as the Sultan suite, include a private miniature hammam with a modern shower. Other double rooms offer spacious layouts with seating areas, flat-screen TVs, and dressing rooms. All accommodations have air conditioning, safety deposit boxes, and private bathrooms with walk-in showers.

Breakfast with Local Specialties

The daily breakfast is served on the rooftop terrace and includes a la carte, continental, and vegetarian options with Moroccan specialties, fresh pastries, cheese, and fruit. Vegan choices are also available upon request. Breakfast also features fresh orange juice and mint tea.

Location Near Kasbah and Medina

Riad Al-Qurtubi is located 600 metres from the Forbes Museum of Tangier and a short walk to the Kasbah and the Medina. The hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3 from guests. Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport is 12 km away, and the hotel can arrange airport transfers.

Guest Services and Amenities

The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage. A minimarket on site sells essentials, and there is a shared kitchen for guest use. The property also has full-day security with CCTV and fire extinguishers.

• Location: 9.3-rated area, 600 m from Forbes Museum of Tangier
• Rooms: Some rooms include a private miniature hammam
• Dining: Rooftop breakfast with vegan and vegetarian options
• Terrace: Unobstructed views of the Strait of Gibraltar
• Property: Former palace with hand-carved stone and zellige tile
• Services: 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage