Morocco Travel Guide

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very comfortable. The owner’s son, who likes to exchange ideas more than make money, is
always happy to meet new people. If you like music, he will jump at the chance to get out his
guitar for an impromptu performance.

Hôtel Riad €€€

Offline map Google map ( 0539 91 26 26; Ave Mohammed ben Abdallah; ) This grand old
19th-century mansion, which belonged to the Duchesse de Guise when she was exiled from
France, is set in landscaped gardens just south of the centre. Undergoing renovation at the time
of research, it opens at the end of 2011, transformed into a boutique all-suite hotel and spa.

Eating

Eating out in Larache is cheap and cheerful with plenty of little places around Place de la
Libération and the Zoco de la Alcaiceria serving simple but substantial meals. The Spanish
influence lingers on in the paella served in most restaurants, and the churros (a kind of
doughnut) stall on the main square.

Restaurant Commercial €

Offline map Google  map (Pl de  la  Libération; mains   Dh40;    lunch  &   dinner) The locals’ favourite,

this basic place on the main square does a roaring trade in simple soup, brochettes and fried
fish. It’s ultra cheap, has friendly service, is packed with happy diners every night and is a great
place for people-watching.

Restaurant du Port €€

Offline map Google  map (    0539   41  74  63; Larache Port;    summer)    Out of  town    by  the port,

but worth the trip, this slightly upmarket place specialises in fresh seafood cooked simply but to
perfection. Open only in summer; phone ahead to check.

Restaurant Puerta Del Sol €

Offline map Google  map (5  Rue Ahmed   Chaouki;    mains   Dh40;    lunch  &   dinner) For more

seafood and a choice of Moroccan dishes, this no-nonsense place is a good bet. It’s popular
but a little quieter than the Restaurant Commercial.

Balcón Atlantico €

Offline map Google  map (cnr    Rue de  Casablanca  &   Rue Tarik   Ibnou   Ziad)   Overlooking the beach,

and the nicest spot in town for a relaxed breakfast or simple lunch, this bright, bustling cafe has
plenty of outdoor seating and passable pizzas, though service is very slow.

For a quick breakfast or ice cream your best options are the Salon de Thé Triana Offline map
Google map (Ave Mohammed ben Abdallah) , which also serves decent pizza (from Dh40) in

summer, or, just off the square, Le Sourire Salon de Thé Offline map Google map (Ave Hassan

II) .

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