Mellah Travel Guide

Fes

One of the oldest in Morocco.  I was struck by the section (not shown here) where 500 children were buried in unmarked graves, most of them dating from the 1930s-40s.  I learned later that there were both malaria and cholera epidemics that crossed North Africa during that time, and wondered if that was a contributing factor.

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One of the oldest in Morocco.  I was struck by the section (not shown here) where 500 children were buried in unmarked graves, most of them dating from the 1930s-40s.  I learned later that there were both malaria and cholera epidemics that crossed North Africa during that time, and wondered if that was a contributing factor.

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Jewish Cemetery in Fez, Morocco 
Méchouar Fèz Jdid 
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Top hotels in Mellah

Fes Marriott Hotel Jnan Palace

Fes Marriott Hotel Jnan Palace

5 out of 5
8, Avenue Ahmed Chouki Fes
The price is 3.636.019 ₫ per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
3.636.019 ₫
4.225.482 ₫ total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Fes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (644 reviews)
The hotel is absolutely beautiful, very well maintained and comfortable. The staff is also very helpful and kind. Everyone we spoke to was very professional and always ready to assist. We tried two restaurants. The Spanish restaurant and French restaurant. Both were delicious with attentive waiters. ...

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Fes Marriott Hotel Jnan Palace
Barceló Fès Medina

Barceló Fès Medina

4 out of 5
53 Av. Hassan II Fes
The price is 2.025.082 ₫ per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
2.025.082 ₫
2.340.564 ₫ total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (51 reviews)
Ok hotel. Nothing wow. Stuff is good. Rooms outdated

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Barceló Fès Medina
Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

5 out of 5
5 Derb Ben Slimane Zerbtana Fes
The price is 6.484.168 ₫ per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
6.484.168 ₫
7.195.324 ₫ total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury B&B in Fes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (277 reviews)
Rooms need some up-keeping But their quality is excellent their infrastructure is palatial and their staff is well trained and very knowledgeable and want to help at all times Laundry services are of the highest quality and their restaurant at night is beautiful and excellent food and service. The ...

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux
Vichy Thermalia Spa Hotel Moulay Yacoub

Vichy Thermalia Spa Hotel Moulay Yacoub

4 out of 5
Fès Principale PB 2426 Sebaa Rouadi
Stay at this spa hotel in Sebaa Rouadi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools.
8.2/10 Very Good! (153 reviews)
They need to improve on the twin beds rooms the beds are so small that only a 12-15 year can sleep And you cant turn left to right and vise versa my legs were hanging off the bed Please I recommend a 5 foot double bed as enough room for two beds and it doesn’t cost much to replace Hope next trip ...

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Vichy Thermalia Spa Hotel Moulay Yacoub
Riad Mazar Fes

Riad Mazar Fes

4.5 out of 5
Rue 2 N°12 Arset Bennis Douh Medina Fes Fes Boulmane
Stay at this luxury guesthouse in Fes. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (586 reviews)
Lovely staff hosting in a gorgeous space. The common areas are thoughtfully curated, the rooms are clean and quiet.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Riad Mazar Fes
Rim Aquatique Hôtel & Nature

Rim Aquatique Hôtel & Nature

4.5 out of 5
N6, Croisement Ras el Maa et Ain Allah Sebaa Rouadi Fès-Meknès
The price is 5.133.203 ₫ per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
5.133.203 ₫
5.737.780 ₫ total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Sebaa Rouadi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Aux Merveilles du Tapis and Fes Country Club ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
Excellent high end property with welcoming staff (Hagar at the reception and Said in food and beverage gave great service) spacious rooms and great location between Fes and Meknes an aqua park in the summer time. Thank you for a memorable stay.

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2024

Rim Aquatique Hôtel & Nature
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Other neighbourhoods around Mellah

The seven gates at night.

Fes El Jdid

You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Fes El Jdid. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Palace or Parc Jnane Sbile.

Fes El Jdid
The seven gates at night.

Méchouar

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Méchouar and surrounding area, you can visit Royal Palace and Borj Fez Mall.

Méchouar
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Bab Lghoul

Bab Lghoul might not have many top sights, but Borj Fez Mall and Royal Palace are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bab Lghoul
The Chouara Tannery of Fez, Morocco dates back to the 11th century, it operates much the same way it has since its inception. 
In this photo a young man dyes the hides of cows, sheep, goats, and camels inside of stone vessels. The solution that they use to clean and soften the skins is a mixtures of cow urine, pigeon feces, quicklime, salt, and water. #history

Medina of Fez

If you're spending some time in Medina of Fez, Bou Inania Madrasa and Blue Gate are top sights worth seeing.

Medina of Fez
“Blue? It’s green!” we hear you cry! The other side is blue, but this side is green, the colour for Islam. Standing since 1913, this is the gate that represented all the Arabian Night stories. We got up at 5.30am to get shots without people. If you like this angle you need to head to the roof of the Cascade Hotel. For a few dirhams the sleepy doorman will let you in and lead you up. Seeing the sunrise over this very special city while the Mu’azzin sing out the prayer call is a must. Should you head that way, please send our love to Fes. #history #fes #morocco #babboujeloud

Talaa

While visiting Talaa, you might make a stop by sights like Bou Inania Madrasa and Blue Gate.

Talaa
An iconic sight for sure, the tanneries of Fes was absolutely interesting to take in. As well as the smell, which wasn't as bad as I anticipated - and they gave us a bundle of mint to smell if it got too bad. :)

Here you can see all the different colors of leather dyed...and dried...and here you will find the biggest selections and best prices for leather products at the surrounding leather shops that have a veranda to see the men at work below.

Yes, yes I did acquire a bag while I was there - and it has Berber carpet on it too - double score! :)

El Ayoun

Though El Ayoun may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bou Inania Madrasa and Blue Gate.

El Ayoun


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