Dar Ben Gacem Kahia Hotel - Tunis

$$$$||View on mapTunis, Tunisia16 Rue Kahia, Medina, Tunis, Tunisia, 1006|
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Dar Ben Gacem Kahia Hotel - Tunis
16 Rue Kahia, Medina, Tunis, Tunisia, 1006·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.0
Staff9.0
Comfort8.9
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Couples44%
Families27%
Solo15%
Groups14%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.0
Staff9.0
Comfort8.9
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Couples44%
Families27%
Solo15%
Groups14%

5-star boutique hotel in the Medina of Tunis with over 400 handcrafted ceramics

Dining

Dar Ben Gacem Kahia offers customized meal services using locally sourced ingredients. The hotel provides special arrangements for intimate dinner events or gatherings in a historic setting. Breakfast is available in the room, with a full English/Irish or continental menu that includes local cheeses and freshly baked bread.

Cultural Heritage Rooms

Each room at Dar Ben Gacem Kahia is named after Tunisian ceramic innovators and decorated with artisanal handmade furnishings. The accommodations are housed within a 300-year-old building in the Medina of Tunis, with private bathrooms featuring walk-in showers. All rooms include parquet floors, minibars, and flat-screen TVs.

Crafts and History

The hotel preserves traditional Tunisian crafts through a collection of over 400 historical ceramics displayed throughout the property. A museum of Tunisian ceramics is located in the basement, open for guests to explore. The decor emphasizes sustainable tourism by featuring authentic local artistry at every turn.

Location

Dar Ben Gacem Kahia sits less than 1 km from Sidi Mahrez Mosque and the Dar Lasram Museum. The hotel is a 3-minute walk from Rue du Pacha, the main thoroughfare of the Medina, where taxis and shops are accessible. Tunis-Carthage International Airport is 12 km away, with an airport shuttle service available.

Business and Events

The hotel includes conference space and meeting rooms for business travelers. Cultural activities showcasing Tunisian art, music, and cuisine are organized on site. A 24-hour front desk and concierge service handle transfers, tours, and requests.

  • Rooms: 8 rooms named after Tunisian ceramic innovators
  • Crafts: On-site ceramics museum with over 400 historical pieces
  • Dining: Customized meals using locally sourced ingredients
  • Location: Less than 1 km from Dar Lasram Museum and Sidi Mahrez Mosque
  • Events: Conference space and meeting rooms for business travelers
  • Activities: Cultural workshops on Tunisian art, music, and cuisine
  • Rooftop: Terrace with panoramic views of the Medina
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 13:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Arabic
Building
Number of rooms:8
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Rooms and availability

Junior Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 Double bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Picnic area/ Tables

Shuttle

Airport shuttle

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Services

  • Airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Grocery shopping service

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Dar Ben Gacem Kahia Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 98 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport 11.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Carthage, TUN

Location

16 Rue Kahia, Medina, Tunis, Tunisia, 1006
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16 Rue Kahia, Medina, Tunis, Tunisia, 1006
  • City landmarks
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Medina of Tunis
320 m
Mosque
Youssef Dey Mosque
320 m
24 Rue de Tribunal
Dar Lasram
320 m
Mosque
Al-Zaytuna Mosque
320 m
Kasbah Square
320 m
Mosque
Kasbah Mosque
320 m
Rue Sidi Mehrez
Sidi Mahrez Mosque
320 m
Museum
Palace of Kheireddine
320 m
Rue Sidi Ben Arous
Hammouda Pacha Mosque
320 m
Pl du Gouvernement
Dar El Bey
320 m
9 Rue El Monastiri
Dar El Monastiri
320 m
3 Boulevard Bab Mnara
Dar El Haddad
320 m
Library
la Rachidia Hub
320 m
Restaurant
Dar El Jeld
260 m
Restaurant
Restaurant Dar Slah
390 m
Restaurant
Mahdaoui
600 m
Restaurant
Centre Essaraya
680 m
Restaurant
Dar Jdoud
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Restaurant
El Ali
680 m

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