HOSTELHOTELHOTELSEAFOODCAFE, TAPAS BARTAPAS BAROffline map Google map ( 952 68 27 38; 7 Calle Gran Capitán; s €20-24, d €30-35, tr €45) A
very basic option; the rooms are clean but vary in quality, so make sure to look before you buy.
Rooms have sinks and shared bathrooms.
Residencia de Estudiantes y Deportistas €
(Residence of Students & Athletes; 952 67 00 08; Calle Alfonso X; per person incl
breakfast €20, half-board €26, full-board €32; ) This is the best budget choice if you don’t
mind being away from the town centre. Imagine a well-run college dormitory and you’ll get the
picture: there are 87 sparkling rooms, internet access, cafeteria, library and TV lounge. Rooms
above the 2nd-floor have balconies. Take local bus 3, which stops near Plaza España on Calle
Marina every 10 minutes, though there are fewer services on weekends. The trip takes 10 to
15 minutes.
Hostal Residencia Cazaza €
Offline map Google map ( 956 68 46 48; 6 Calle Primo de Rivera; s/d €26/36) While the roomshere are beat up, this old building with its high ceilings and small balconies manages to be
charming, and has a central location in the golden triangle. Management is friendly.
Parador de Melilla €€€
( 956 68 49 40; www.parador.es; Av Cándido Lobera; s/d €99/121; ) You’ll need a
vehicle to get to this very classy choice with large, grand rooms, warm use of wood throughout,
a high level of quality furnishings and balconies with great views to sea. The circular dining room
overlooking the city is an elegant touch. The adjacent Parque Lobera is great for kids.
Eating
Many of Melilla’s restaurants are associated with hotels (like the Rusadir or the Parador), but
there are plenty of others around Av de Juan Carlos I Rey.
La Pérgola €€
Offline map Google map ( 952 68 56 28; Calle General Marcías; menu €10; lunch & dinner)A waterfront terrace, white tablecloths and cafe music make this classy spot a very pleasant
place for a meal, or just a late afternoon drink. The speciality is seafood, and at €10 the prix-
fixe menu cannot be beaten.
La Vinacoteca €
Offline map Google map (Plaza de la Culturas; tapas from €1.20, raciones €5) This lively placespills out onto the wide Plaza de la Culturas and attracts all ages. Watch the football over a
beer or coffee while the kids rollerskate on the square.
Casa Marta €
Offline map Google map (Calle Justo Sancho Miñano; lunch & dinner) This is a rockin’ tapasbar that brims with people of all ages both inside and out: outdoor seating is under a tent in the
street. Each beer comes with free tapas, so three beers gets you a free dinner. Don’t miss the