Dar Ben Gacem Kahia

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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.2

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About this property

Historic Setting: Dar Ben Gacem Kahia in Tunis offers a unique stay within a historic building. The property features a sun terrace and free WiFi, providing guests with a relaxing and connected environment. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include air-conditioning, private bathrooms with walk-in showers, and modern amenities such as minibars and flat-screen TVs. Additional facilities include a picnic area, shuttle service, and free on-site parking. Convenient Location: Located 12 km from Tunis–Carthage Airport, the bed and breakfast is close to attractions like Sidi Mahrez Mosque (8-minute walk) and Dar Lasram Museum (400 metres). Guests appreciate the terrace, breakfast provided by the property, and attentive staff.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

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

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free parking available on-site

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Double Room with Private Bathroom
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Continental breakfast included
  • 2 single beds
US$407 for 3 nights
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Deluxe Double Room
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
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Deluxe Suite
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$504 for 3 nights
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Double Room with Private Bathroom
  • 2 single beds
Room
172 feet²
Air conditioning
Patio
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Bathrobe
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Cleaning products
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Private entrance
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Iron
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Cable channels
  • Alarm clock
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Max persons: 2
US$136 per night
Price US$407
Excluded: € 1.2 City tax per person per night
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Deluxe Double Room
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Room with shared bathroom
183 feet²
Air conditioning
Patio
Minibar
Max persons: 2
US$136 per night
Price US$407
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Junior Suite
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  • 1 double bed
Private suite
226 feet²
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Max persons: 2
US$140 per night
Price US$419
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  • Non-refundable
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Max persons: 2
US$155 per night
Price US$465
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Deluxe Suite
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Private suite
291 feet²
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Max persons: 2
US$168 per night
Price US$504
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Guests who stayed here loved

Liudmila
Switzerland Switzerland
“Amazing terrace, very stylish design, fantastic breakfast, kind staff ❤️ Also, a great choice of books 📚”
Romina
Italy Italy
“Excellent breakfast, excellent position in the city, marvaillous building,”
Susann
Germany Germany
“The rooms were very nice and clean. The house itself is very beautiful. Breakfast was very good.”
Andrew
Australia Australia
“The property is clean and comfortable, lovely room, nice rooftop and offers a delicious breakfast. Great location right in the heart of the Medina.”
Adelina
Romania Romania
“The Dar is looking very very nice, is very beautiful decorated, with old items.It is located in the center of Tunis, in Medina.The breakfast was very good, with fruits and citronade.The rooftop view is amazing, the staff permitted us to eat there,...”
Matilde
Italy Italy
“Everything super good. The location is super central even though is not easy the access for taxi, as you are literally inside the Medina but still you can reach a super close principal road where you can take taxi. The property itself is super...”
Riccardo
Italy Italy
“Very beautiful traditional Tunisian house with lovely collections of traditional pottery and sculptures. Excellent breakfast. Strategic position in the Medina. Very confortable bed and spacious room.”
Robert
Spain Spain
“This is a small boutique hotel in an old private house, converted to have 8 bedrooms. They have a tremendous ceramic collection. Really nice, artistic feel, personalised treatment.”
Skye
Australia Australia
“Location as excellent and staff very friendly and helpful.”
Florent
Reunion Reunion
“Very nice personel, nice place and clean, good breakfast and great architecture and design :) Thanks for this !”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.2Based on 561 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

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Superb breakfast included with all options.
  • Cuisine
    Continental • Full English/Irish
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House rules

Dar Ben Gacem Kahia takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
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
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

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

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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.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
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.