ibis Casablanca City Center

The ibis Casablanca City Center is the practical choice for visitors who want to be central without the cost. It sits on Rue Sidi Belyout downtown, about a minute on foot from Casa Port railway station and the marina, and around a hundred metres from the old medina. It has 266 air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, a bar and free Wi-Fi, and it is a reliable, no-fuss option with the standard ibis brand comfort.

Location and getting around: the main appeal is the position. Casa Port station, for trains to Rabat and the airport line, is within a minute's walk, and the Nations Unies tram stop is about two minutes away according to the hotel. The old medina, Rick's Cafe and La Sqala are on foot, and the marina is about five minutes away. The Hassan II Mosque is around two kilometres, which is a short taxi ride or a longer walk along the seafront. Ain Diab and Anfa Place are about the same distance by taxi.

Rooms and facilities: the standard rooms are compact, about seventeen square metres, with a double bed or twin beds for up to two guests, so they suit solo travellers, couples and short stays rather than families. The hotel has a restaurant and bar, breakfast on site that reviewers describe as good with local dishes, wheelchair accessibility and meeting rooms. Check-in is from 2 pm and check-out by noon. A car park is listed near the property rather than on site, so ask about parking if you drive.

Who it suits: budget-conscious travellers, rail travellers heading to Rabat, and anyone who wants a central base for medina and Art Deco walks. Good to know: city streets can be noisy, so ask for a higher or quieter room, and confirm breakfast inclusion when you book.