Vila Bea

Top choice in Northern Atlantic Coast


Many guests barely leave this superstylish beachside retreat thanks to the large and luxurious rooms, spacious lounge filled with retro-chic furnishings, stunning pool terrace and the best restaurant in town (three-course set dinners Dh270). Four of the eight rooms have sea views – two have private terraces – and showstopping sunset views, along with direct access to the beach.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Northern Atlantic Coast attractions

1. Merja Zerga National Park

5.81 MILES

Don't miss a boat trip on the Merja Zerga (Blue Lagoon), roughly 1km south of town. Part of a 70 sq km namesake national park (4 sq km of water, the rest…

2. Jean Genet’s Grave

22.28 MILES

French literature buffs mays want to head to the old Spanish cemetery, the final resting place of Jean Genet (1910–86). If the gate is locked, ring the…

3. Music Conservatory

22.68 MILES

A wonderful example of Hispano-Moorish architecture, the town's crenellated music conservatory features ornately decorated balconies, zellige (colourful…

4. Place de la Libération

22.69 MILES

Built by the Spanish, who called it Plaza de España (some locals still do), this grand oval-shaped plaza is the town's focal point. Decorated with palm…

5. Lookout

22.7 MILES

With stunning views over the port and estuary, this lookout is a popular meeting spot. On the way you'll pass the crumbling 17th-century fortification…

6. Medina

22.73 MILES

Entered through the Bab Al Khemis, an imposing Hispano-Moorish structure, Larache's blue-and-white medina has changed little over the years. Mostly…

7. Galerie Lafnar

22.76 MILES

In an interesting old funduq (ancient inn used by caravans), this art gallery sells work by local artists, as well as staging occasional exhibitions. Just…

8. Ras R'mel Beach

23.38 MILES

Larache has a small rubbish-strewn strip of sand below the town, but the best beach is across the Loukos Estuary, an 11km drive from the town centre. In…