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Set 17 km from Salammbo Tophet Archaeological Museum, Dar Ben Gacem Kahia offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. Boasting luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, full-day security and free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, units come with a desk. There is a private bathroom with walk-in shower in some units, along with bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. The bed and breakfast specialises in a continental and Full English/Irish breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities, saving a trip to the supermarket by requesting grocery delivery. A car rental service is available at Dar Ben Gacem Kahia. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Sidi Mahrez Mosque, Dar Lasram Museum and Kasbah Square. Tunis–Carthage Airport is 12 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Tunis

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Pauliina
    Finland Finland
    Amazingly beautiful dar with kind and warm staff. The best part of my holiday was taking my breakfast to the roof and enjoying it there. Excellent coffee! The room was beautiful and roomy with a lovely bathroom
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Warm and comfortable Quick walks to the souk/medina Eggs breakfast and smoothie yummy Pretty especially sunny day - There was even a couple doing a shoot one day
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Pretty Heating was on which is welcomed arriving on the cold evening ! Slept well thanks The egg breakfast is great if only there’s more savoury and less sweet stuff which we don’t tend to eat that’ll be even more fabulous
  • Yasmin
    Denmark Denmark
    Great breakfast, very nice and helpful staff, beautiful surroundings, rooms were nice, the ceramic collection on display was fantastic!
  • Sophie
    Russia Russia
    I really liked this place. I wanted to stay in the historical place in the heart of Tunisian Medina, that's why I booked this hotel. Everything was amazing. I fell in love with interior, food and hospitality of staff. And I'd like to say thank a...
  • Boris
    Belgium Belgium
    Big room with amazing traditional decoration, rooftop terrace, and a library. Nice and helpful staff, very responsive. Tasty breakfast (especially the omelette). Very good location: around 10 min walk from the Medina on the beautiful rue de Pacha...
  • Micha
    Netherlands Netherlands
    A building full of character right in the heart of the Medina
  • S
    Sandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff was very helpful and accommodating Excellent value Very well designed and authentic Would go back anytime
  • Gregory
    Canada Canada
    This is a beautiful boutique hotel in the heart of the medina in Tunis. It is wonderfully decorated - the rooftop terrace belongs in a magazine. The room was pretty and the bed was comfortable. We could walk all over the medina from the location....
  • Gloria
    Italy Italy
    The hotel is really beautiful, clean, amazingly decorated, and the staff is fantastic. They were very helpful and patient with us on our arrival day (our flight got to Tunis really late, after 1 am). The terrace is stunning, with a nice view on...

Host Information

Company review score: 9.6Based on 557 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Dar Ben Gacem -Kahia- is part of the Dar Ben Gacem family, all social enterprises through promoting national arts and crafts, and designing Medina experiences to improve the socio-cultural dynamic of the historical urban quarters of Tunis. All profits are reinvested in youth cultural activities and heritage preservation.

Property information

The dining/meeting room has gypsum carved ceiling, with Tunisian geometric lace like carving and Kairouani Arabic font script framing the room; walls are decorated with rare glass paintings. Dar Ben Gacem -Kahia- has an important display of historical ceramic pieces; private collection of Mr. Hamida Ben-Gacem, in an attempt to honour creative Tunisian ceramists of the last 2 centuries. Room are named after well-known innovators in Tunisian ceramic history. All Dar furnishing and decoration are handmade by Tunisian artisans from all over the country.The 1st floor is beautifully framed with 19th century ironsmith work, which serves as balcony and a winter garden for guests to enjoy the well booked shelves. The roof top, has an Arabic style majlis, perfect for tea time or breakfast, and has a picturesque panoramic view which includes the beautiful domes of Sidi Mehrez. Dar Ben Gacem -Kahia- upon request, offers a set of Medina experiences, such as cooking classes, calligraphy workshops or touring the Medina with a local. Wifi is available all over the Dar, and Tunisian homemade meals could be prepared upon request, as well as airport transportation.

Languages spoken

Arabic,English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Dar Ben Gacem Kahia
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Cleaning products
  • Tumble dryer

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Evening entertainment

Living Area

  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Telephone

Food & Drink

  • Kid meals
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar

Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Street parking

Reception services

  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Business facilities

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Safety & security

  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock

Languages spoken

  • Arabic
  • English
  • French

House rules
Dar Ben Gacem Kahia takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Dar Ben Gacem Kahia in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Dar Ben Gacem Kahia

  • Room options at Dar Ben Gacem Kahia include:

    • Suite
    • Double
  • Check-in at Dar Ben Gacem Kahia is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Dar Ben Gacem Kahia offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Evening entertainment
  • Dar Ben Gacem Kahia is 1.1 miles from the centre of Tunis. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Dar Ben Gacem Kahia may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Dar Ben Gacem Kahia can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish