Is Al Hoceïma worth visiting?

Yes, if you want an uncrowded Mediterranean escape: clear turquoise coves, a relaxed Spanish-flavoured town and a wild national park. It pairs well with Chefchaouen and the north for travellers seeking beaches away from the tourist trail.

What is the best time to visit Al Hoceïma?

May to September for warm sea and beach life, with spring lovely and quieter for the coast and hills. Winters are mild but better for walking than swimming.

How do I get to Al Hoceïma?

Al Hoceïma has a small airport, Cherif Al Idrissi (AHU), with seasonal flights, and is reachable by road from Tangier, Fès and Nador, a scenic drive through the Rif.

Are the beaches in Al Hoceïma good?

Very, the town beach (Quemado) and the surrounding calas are among Morocco's prettiest Mediterranean spots, with clear water and dramatic cliffs, several reachable only by boat.

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Al Hoceïma

Turquoise coves and limestone cliffs, the Mediterranean's quiet Rif gem.

Meilleure période

May–September for the beaches; spring is lovely too

Durée idéale

2–3 days

Aéroport

Cherif Al Idrissi (AHU); or by road from Tangier / Fès

Langues

Amazigh (Rifian) & Arabic; Spanish widely spoken

Monnaie

Moroccan dirham (MAD)

Sécurité

Relaxed and safe; a low-key, local-feeling resort town

On the Mediterranean coast of the Rif, Al Hoceïma is Morocco's under-the-radar seaside escape: a compact, Spanish-flavoured town wrapped around a sweep of beaches and hidden coves, backed by dramatic white cliffs. The water is clear, warm and startlingly blue.

Beyond the town lies Al Hoceïma National Park, a stretch of wild coast and limestone mountains where ospreys nest and empty calas can only be reached by boat. For travellers who want the Mediterranean without the crowds, it is a revelation.

A Mediterranean gem

Founded in the 1920s and long shaped by Spanish and Rifian influences, Al Hoceïma feels different from Morocco's imperial cities, more Mediterranean village than medina. Its main draw is simple and superb: some of the country's prettiest beaches and coves, in a compact, walkable setting.

The national park

Al Hoceïma National Park protects a rugged coastline of white limestone cliffs, secret calas and Mediterranean forest, together with important birdlife including one of North Africa's osprey populations. Boat trips from town reveal hidden beaches, sea caves and clear water ideal for swimming and snorkelling.

When to go

Summer (May–September) is beach season, when the town comes alive and the sea is at its warmest. Spring is quieter and beautiful for the coast and hills. Winters are mild but cooler, better suited to walking than swimming.

Quartiers

Où poser vos valises.

Chaque quartier est un Al Hoceïma différent, nous vous aidons à choisir le bon.

The town beach

Quemado Beach

The golden crescent below the town centre, framed by cliffs.

Spanish-flavoured

The town centre

A relaxed grid of cafés and squares with a Mediterranean feel.

Hidden coves

The calas

Secluded turquoise coves along the coast, some reached only by boat.

Wild coast

Al Hoceïma National Park

Cliffs, forest and calas west of town, rich in birdlife.

À faire

Les expériences qui valent le voyage.

Iconic

Cove-hop by boat

Cruise the coast to hidden calas and sea caves for swimming and snorkelling.

The essential

Relax on Quemado Beach

The town's golden beach, easy and beautiful beneath the cliffs.

Nature

Explore the national park

Cliff-top drives and walks with ospreys overhead and empty beaches below.

Food

Fresh seafood by the port

The day's catch grilled simply, one of the coast's great pleasures.

Views

Peñón viewpoint

Gaze across to the little Spanish islet in the bay from the corniche.

Budget

Le coût d'une journée sur place.

Indication par personne et par jour pour cadrer votre voyage, votre itinéraire final est chiffré précisément.

Confort

€60–120 pp/day

A seafront guesthouse, cove-hopping and fresh grilled fish by the port.

Premium

€150–280 pp/day

A boutique or beach hotel, a boat day into the national park and coastal drives.

Luxe

€350+ pp/day

The finest available coastal stay with private guiding and boat excursions.

Où loger

Dormez dans un lieu qui fait partie de l'histoire.

Des riads à patio dans les remparts aux retraites dans les palmeraies, nous associons l'adresse à votre profil.

HôtelSimple & central

A seafront guesthouse

A relaxed base steps from Quemado Beach and the town cafés.

À titre indicatif, associé à un établissement partenaire sélectionné lors de la réservation.

HôtelComfort

A boutique coastal hotel

A few well-done rooms with sea views and easy cove access.

À titre indicatif, associé à un établissement partenaire sélectionné lors de la réservation.

ResortViews & calm

A cliffside retreat

Pools and panoramas above the Mediterranean, away from the centre.

À titre indicatif, associé à un établissement partenaire sélectionné lors de la réservation.

Gastronomie

Quoi manger, et où.

The must

Grilled Mediterranean fish

Superb fresh fish and shellfish landed along this rich stretch of coast.

Crossroads

Spanish-Rifian flavours

Tapas-style plates reflecting the town's Spanish heritage.

The ritual

Seafront café culture

Mint tea or coffee with a sea view, the pace of the Mediterranean north.

Bon à savoir

Questions fréquentes.

: Yes, if you want an uncrowded Mediterranean escape: clear turquoise coves, a relaxed Spanish-flavoured town and a wild national park. It pairs well with Chefchaouen and the north for travellers seeking beaches away from the tourist trail.

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