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sic is played and followers dance and shower the musicians (and onlookers) with orange-
blossom water.
Sleeping
Fez doesn't lack variety in its accommodation options, with everything from simple pen-
sions to boutique riads. Your main choice is whether to stay in the colour and chaos of the
medina, or a petit-taxi ride away in the ville nouvelle (where budgets tend to go further).
Room rates in Fez are in the higher (city) bracket;
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for details. Booking in ad-
vance is advised during high season, and especially during the Festival of World Sacred
Music in June, when supplements also often apply. Note that although prices here are lis-
ted in dirham, many riads actually list (and charge) rooms in euros, so be aware of cur-
rency exchange rates when booking.
Medina
Most of the cheapest options are in touching distance of Bab Bou Jeloud, placing you
right in the middle of the action. Unless noted, rooms have shared bathrooms at this price
range - and don't expect hot water at the lower prices. Many midrange options in the
medina, especially the riads and
dars
(small houses), edge close to the top-end price
bracket. A few places offer simpler rooms at manageable prices.
Ziyarates Fes
( 0535 63 46 67;
www.ziyaratesfes.com
; 35 Sidi Kjih, Talaa Seghira; s/d from Dh200/300)
If you
really want to experience medina life up close, there might be no better way than through
this innovative homestay scheme. Around 25 Fassi families rent rooms in their homes to
welcome foreign guests, while support from the regional tourism authorities ensures the
quality of the places signed up. You might get to practise your Arabic, learn to cook or
just help the kids with their homework in this unique cultural exchange. Exact prices vary,
but all the family homes are listed (with photos) on the organisation's website.
HOMESTAYS
€
Funky Fes
HOSTEL
€
