Mellah Travel Guide
Rabat
Popular places to visit
Hassan Tower
Even though it was never finished, this is a must-see monument because it is one of Rabat’s most iconic landmarks.
Moroccan Parliament
After visiting Moroccan Parliament, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rabat. Discover the museums and monuments in this trendy area.
Chellah
Leave Rabat’s bustling city streets behind to visit the ruins of a fortified Islamic necropolis and admire its medieval minaret.
Mausoleum of Mohammed V
You can find out about the history of Rabat with a visit to Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Discover the jazz scene and monuments in this trendy area.
Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium
Catch an event at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium during your trip to Rabat. Take in the jazz scene in this trendy area.
Royal Golf Dar Es Salam
Enjoy a round of golf in Rabat at Royal Golf Dar Es Salam. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's restaurants.
Things to do
eSIM: Airalo Middle East and North Africa Package
Private Food Tour of Rabat’s Old Medina by Green Taxi
Chefchaouen the Blue City Private Full-Day Trip from Rabat
Private Guided Tour of Rabat From Casablanca
Top hotels in Mellah
ONOMO Hotel Rabat Terminus
If you are traveling by train this is very convenient. It is also very easy to walk to many tourist spots.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Four Seasons Hotel Rabat At Kasr Al Bahr
Absolutely fabulous hotel in a former palace with amazing ambience, fantastic restaurants and spa facilities. The staff were amazing and couldn’t do enough for you. Not the cheapest but one of the best. Highly recommended
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Rabat Marriott Hotel
For the RABAT MARRIOTT HOTEL - Sun. Feb 1 to Tue Feb. 3, 2026: The room was clean with an excellent shower and comfortable beds. The breakfast offered a good variety of offerings (the breads and pastries are especially a standout). A valued, convenient feature is the mall which is just next door. ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Dayet Ifrah by Rent Inn
Very clean ,spotless, exellent good service and the most friendly staff. I stayed over 2 weeks for the second time and I will always reserve in this hotel as long as they have rooms .
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hôtel Oscar
Nice
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Le Pietri Urban Hotel
So good, clean and friendly. Very American friendly and the perfect area in the city. So much to walk to and they are attentive to getting you a parking spot. Very nice!
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mellah
Sale Medina
While Sale Medina isn't home to many top sights, Marina Bouregreg Salé and Rabat Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kasbah of the Udayas
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Kasbah of the Udayas. You might want to make time for a stop at Art Gallery Miloudi Nouiga or National Jewellery Museum.
Quartier Hassan
Quartier Hassan is well liked for its museums and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Hassan Tower and Mausoleum of Mohammed V are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Place du 16 Novembre Tram Stop or Tour Hassan Tram Stop to get around.
Medina of Rabat
Shopping, historical sites and beaches are just a few things travellers like about Medina of Rabat. Sights like Central Market and Bab El Had are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Rabat area at Bab Chellah Tram Stop.
Bab Lamrissa
If you're spending time in Bab Lamrissa, check out sights like Marina Bouregreg Salé or Al Borj and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Diar Tram Stop or Gare de Salé Tram Stop.
Hassan
If you're spending time in Hassan, check out sights like Moroccan Parliament or Hassan Tower and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Medina Rabat Tram Stop or Mohammed V Gare de Rabat Tram Stop.
