Dar Ben Gacem Kahia Hotel - Tunis
36.799707, 10.167525Overview
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
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 Double bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables
Airport shuttle
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
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
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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