During our visit to Fez, we stayed at the Barcelo Fes Medina Hotel. Located at Avenue Hassan II, the hotel is conveniently situated right off the main parkway. The modern-looking hotel appears to be part of a chain. As part of a tour group, our rooms were already assigned and ready upon arrival. Our room was on the third floor, not too far from the elevators.
Barcelo Fes Medina Room Experience and Amenities
The Barcelo Fes Medina hotel had a modern look. The room required a key card to power the outlets. We noticed two beds rather than a king bed. Often, a “king” bed overseas is just two full beds pushed together. They offered to remake the beds while we were out for the day.
When we returned, the beds were made up as promised. However, the dip in the middle can be a bit irritating. It is a minor inconvenience. The room had a modern look but needed some upkeep. The wallpaper was peeling, the shower couldn’t be fully set without flooding, and the toilet was slow to flush. Despite these issues, the room was very clean. Additionally, it appears this hotel recently underwent renovations.
Barcelo Fes Medina Hotel Facilities and Location
The room faced the parkway, which was lively during our stay. Young families strolled along the plaza, and running clubs passed by. We were close to the elevators, where the wifi repeater was located. Unfortunately, the wifi was useless in the room but worked well in the common areas. The lobby had a large, open floor plan, giving it a modern European feel. The room price can be as low as 50-60 dollars per night, offering good value. Breakfast was included, with eggs made to order and a variety of hot and cold items.
The hotel is near a large mall and several cafes, offering plenty of dining options. During our stay, the hotel switched their system to air conditioning, making it the most comfortable room on our trip.
Final Impressions
The staff at Barcelo Fes Medina hotel were very accommodating, and the food was good. The location is convenient, with minor room repair issues and potential plumbing problems. Despite these, the room was comfortable and clean, with a modern feel needing slight updates. The hotel is currently ranked 48 out of 161 on TripAdvisor, and enjoys a four-star rating.
Overall, I had a favorable impression of the hotel and would consider staying there again in the future. It was a decent hotel at a reasonable price. Particularly since it appears that this hotel has undergone renovations recently.
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