Dar Ben Gacem

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2026

shahin

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10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

Ekua

Simply stunning room. Note that if you're on the ground floor like I was in a traditional room just note that you won't get much natural light unless you are comfortable with opening the curtains on the ground floor to the central courtyard. Excellent breakfast. Highly recommend.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2026

Denise

These folks were so accommodating and friendly. We were welcomed and treated as treasured guests. The location so near the Unesco World Heritage Medina makes it so authentic.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2026

Wayne

The staff at Dar Ben Gacem truly take pride in caring for this place. Every staff member was so helpful, and the building is immaculate. Breakfast was delicious and fresh every morning. Would recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

Tonya

This was a traditional Dar in the medina. Our room was small but wonderful. We loved staying here and walking around Tunis and the medina. The weather warmed up for us and we got to sit in the courtyard for an amazing breakfast and got to meet some new friends. Staff was lovely and helped with luggage up some stairs. I highly recommend staying here!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2026

Daniel

Fantastic place, truly beautiful inside, comfortable rooms and great breakfast. Location right in the Medina close to lots of sights.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Ahmad

Very nice hotel with helpful and friendly staff. Its location is excellent, close to the Old Medina and shopping areas, making it convenient for exploring and enjoying the surroundings.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2026

Ronald

Great location

6/10

Pleasant

10 Mar 2026

Saeed

10 minutes walk

Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Mar 2026

Ronald

Sana and Dali were very friendly, pleasant and helpful. The medina location is perfect and quiet, sufficiently away from the huddle and bussle of the medina. A taxi can actually get quite near to the Dar.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Feb 2026

Saurabh

Great location within Médina. Staff very helpful and friendly. Room was very artistic and creatively designed. Got a good feel of life in a Dar. Would highly recommend.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2026

Richard

If you want to be in the Messina, it’s perfectly located. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Room was good too.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jan 2026

Misako Chinen

Delicious breakfast

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2025

Maryam

از لحاظ موقعیتی در مرکز کارکنان خوب و مودب صبحانه عالی اتاق ها میتوانند تمیز تر باشند

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Dec 2025

Fermin

Beautiful \"dar\", very kind and helpful staff, good breakfast, great location in the medina, lovely rooftop.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Dec 2025

Elizabeth

A place of enormous charm, with welcoming helpful staff and a perfect restoration of an old building. I cannot recommend it enough!

Business_and_leisure

8/10

Excellent

11 Nov 2025

Amr

Great location if you want to explore the Medina. Furniture and rooms are a bit dated but it’s part of the charm. Staff were friendly at check in.

WiFi only worked near the door of my room.

Self

2/10

Poor

05 Nov 2025

OTTO

Staff was argumentative and rude after hotel had sent us an airport pick up confirmation including cost and front desk claimed their eMail was wrong, we owed more. The young man was downright nasty and thereafter passive aggressive with poor attitude. Very disappointing \"welcome\"

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2025

Bintheka

Staff was amazing and very friendly. Enjoyed the stay.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Oct 2025

Kaveh

C breakfast could be more intresting considering other Dars I stayed in this trip. Very basic breakfast

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2025

TANYA

This property has a very accommodating host and it is exceptionally clean. Everyone working here is extremely helpful and kind. Dar Ben Gacem is beautiful, with rooftop views and amazing tile and architecture throughout. There are many areas to relax and enjoy the ambience. The breakfast has delicious food and an outstanding chef. If you need anything, they are always there to help. Another way they accommodate guest is by speaking English, Arabic and French.
I highly recommend this establishment, we will most definitely return.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

10 May 2025

D

Property was well maintained and in a good part of the old Madina. The room faces a courtyard and is extremely noisy. We were kept up past midnight due to other guests laughing and talking loudly. The bed is in a nook, surrounded on 3 sides by walls, so one person had to crawl over the other to get out. There were no blankets on the bed so we froze. We had to wear our full clothes and sweaters in bed but barely slept all night. What hotel welcomes their guests with nothing but sheets on their beds? It was a real shame, because otherwise it was neat renovated historical residence.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jan 2025

Claudia

Lovely people and comfortable room.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Dec 2024

Oscar

Little gem, nestled in the heart of the Medina. Extremely cozy and hosted by people full of warmth and charm.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Dec 2024

Jennifer

Extremely helpful Staff and beautiful rooms

There are many things to like about this Riad. First and foremost was the excellent staff. They arranged a pick up and drop off at the airport 50 dinar each way. One of the downsides to Tunis is the dishonest taxi drivers. This was an excellent price and such a relief to see our driver waiting with my name when we arrived.
The rooms are exquisitely decorated and very comfortable. The only real criticism we had was the shower head which was hand held - in summer this wouldn’t be such a problem but in winter it was difficult to lather yourself and stay warm.
Breakfast was very good and the bed comfortable. There was also a small fridge.
The Riad is located near the edge of the Medina and there are lots of shops as well as the souks. There are two very upmarket restaurants close by but you have to walk further to find cheaper local places to eat.
Especially pleasing was the hotel organising a driver to take us to El Jem which is two hours south of Tunis.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2024

Gail T

The hotel was very unique, the staff was very accommodating and it was in the Medina where there is lots of shopping. I would highly recommend this hotel. the hotel has a limited amount of rooms. there is no elevator but the staff delivers your luggage to your room. there is a lovely view of the city on the rooftop.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2024

Kate

Perfect place to stay on the edge of the Medina. Beautiful building with a lovely courtyard to enjoy breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff. Cafes and restaurants a few meters away in the Medina. Safe for solo female traveler. Highly recommend.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Nov 2024

Tanguay

Very nice

Nice

Self

4/10

Poor

05 Oct 2024

khlood

The property is under renovation,Room was not ready
No warm Water, the fridge not working and mouldy.
No cups ,no complementary tea or coffee, no boiler.
The second day no hand Soap.
For sure does not worth the Money

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jul 2024

Paola

The room was dirty. Bathroom smelled. Decor was great, however I would prefer a cleaner room and less decor. The staff was OK, Rim, the cleaning lady and cook was AMAZING!!! Only reason I enjoyed my stay there. She is so hospitable, kind and sweet. And her coffee is the BEST!!! The internet was horrible!!! I even complained to the front desk personnel, nothing was done. Sooo slow could not even connect at times. I loved the area, the Old Medina is Great, walkable and close to restaurants and cafes. Tunisians are humble and loving people.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2024

ralph

Full of character and very welcoming staff. Perfect if you want a hotel that is unique, full of charm and history right at the heart of the Medina. The roof terrace with different seating areas is a bonus. might not suit those who like the big hotel chains, but I would choose this every time.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2023

Christopher

All of the staff were friendly and helpful!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2022

Susan

Dar Ben Gacem is beautiful, welcoming, and the perfect location to enjoy the Tunis medina and its best cafes. The staff is super helpful, always available, and really caring. The women who prepare and serve the amazing breakfast (Shakshouka!) are so kind. The rooms are amazing but so are the common areas, and the place is full of beautiful books about Tunisia.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2022

carlos

Amazing Tunis

The hotel is absolutely beautiful. The location in the medida is fantastic. The decor is tasteful and the staff is professional and very friendly. It feels like home. The building is a jewel, you feel very special being there. Great location, delicious breakfast. I loved it. Thank you

Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2022

Caitlin

Amazing guesthouse from the 1600s with great antiques, right in the middle of La Medina. The staff is incredibly kind and helpful and went out of their way to help make dinner reservations, show me local lunch places, help me with a cab to the airport, etc.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

04 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Interesting hotel but varying room qualities

A pleasant hotel with friendly service and good location that serves as a great introduction to the historic Tunis. We enjoyed the breakfast and exploring areas of the hotel. An airport transfer was arranged that cost 30 Tunisian dinar. Our room was interesting but much smaller and less comfortable (including the shower room) than expected from the pictures so we felt overcharged and less happy than we might have been overall.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

Lovely room with lots of character. Great service. Fantastic breakfast. Right in the old town with lots of things to see. Short walk to everything.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

What a lovely place! We loved everything about it. Great location. Great room. Wonderful courtyard and rooftop patio. Excellent food. Helpful staff.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

Charming Hotel that represents Tunisian spirit

It was excellent! Phenomenal service and attention. best location in the heart of Tunis medina. The hotel was exotic with the charm of Tunisian architecture, the view from rooftop was lovely. The rooms were very nice, clean and comfortable. Would recommend this to anyone visiting Tunis. loved it!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

14 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Great place.

Nice place in the heart of the medina. Friendly and helpful staff.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2019

Peter

Wonderful

Incredible guesthouse with really friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was fantastic. Lovely local feel to the place, nice architectural touches and great location in the medina, although just enough away from the hustle and bustle to be a little oasis. Really highly recommended.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Nov 2019

melinda

Excellent

Service was great. Food was great. Would stay again.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2019

Hoss

Great boutique hotel that oozes character from youths minute you step through the front door. It is well positioned right near the Markets in the old town. The staff were some of the most friendly that I have ever encountered & they really went out of their way ( particularly Mr Daali) to ensure we a most memorable & comfortable stay. Will definitely return there when traveling back to Tunis.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Jun 2019

Joan

Something traditional

We had a nice time at Dar Ben-Gacem. It was well located and the service was great. Our room was very quiet and spacious. It was great to see something traditional. The breakfast on the last day was great, and we enjoyed the coffee and delicious fruit every morning and they are happy to give more of everything. There is a beautiful roof deck with an amazing view of the medina.

The downsides: the room gets very warm if the air conditioning was not running as there were only two very small windows for air. Other rooms appeared to have much better windows. There was only a tub in our room, which made taking showers difficult. The breakfast was bread, cheese, and fruit on two of our three days, which is a bit plain, but there were good eggs the last day. There may have been eggs for other days as well, but we did not ask so that may be our fault.

The room was clean but the floors are traditional so a bit dusty, and the rugs on the floor and around the bed are worn.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2019

Prashant

Lovely boutique hotel in Tunis

Our stay was great! Loved the stylish renovated family home. Breakfast was lovely and staff was aamzing. Loved it and was a home away from home. Highly recommended.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

This is a great place to stay. They MAKE the experience. Do it all, just ask them what they can arrange, and book. Ask them to make dinner for you. We had dinner 4 times at the hotel and each dinner was delicious!
Look no further!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

30 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

Beautiful property

A stunning property. Beautifully furnished with period features. Rooms are cosy (unless you stay in a suite) but they have copious attention to detail. Lovely communal areas. Not centrally heated so it can get cold in December. Delightful staff.

8/10

Excellent

25 Oct 2018

Chris

Stay at this hotel, for an authentic Medina experience. If you crave Western experiences, Tunis's main street (sometimes called Tunis's Champs Elysee) is just a ten-minute walk away. The hotel will book a cab for you and it will come to the door, but otherwise you are unlikely to be able to hail a cab in the Medina, as they are not keen to penetrate the warren of narrow streets and alleys. The Medina is completely safe and women can walk through without fear of being propositioned.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

excellent place. but only for discerning travelers

8/10

Excellent

16 Dec 2017

Timothy

Charming hotel in the kasbah

This converted home is centrally located in the middle of the kasbah and affords lots of charm and convenience. For an authentic Tunisia experience, avoid the typical western style hotels and immerse yourself in the controlled chaos of the kasbah. Hotel staff is flawless and very helpful. The breakfast is homemade with love by a local cook and she's amazing.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2017

Verified traveler

Very nice hotel in the heart of Medina

Exceptional stay in the hotel close to Medina, staff very helpfull, all was perfect, highly recommended.

8/10

Excellent

03 Apr 2017

Verified traveler

Traditional Tunis

Very nice hotel nestled in the heart of the a Tunisian neighborhood. This is good if you would like to know about real Tunisian life.

8/10

Excellent

24 Feb 2017

Jim

A centuries-old home turned into a guest house, this hotel, oozed atmosphere and character. It is set on the edge of the medina, and is an integral part of the old city. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfasts were fine. All in, we quite enjoyed our stay.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2016

Oualid

beautiful, quaint and authentic

delightful

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2016

Hazrat

Very nice hotel

Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2016

Glenn

Historic 17th century Villa Extraordinary Beauty

This was a stunningly beautiful Tunisian Villa, authentically restored to its origins as a 17th century merchant's home in the heart of the souk. It was an authentic cultural experience with old world hospitality and modern necessities, free wi-fi and updated western bathroom. I was unfortunately here for only a short business stay, but I would describe the hotel as extraordinarily cozy and romantic. Delicious Tunisian meals were served in the beautiful interior courtyard. Staff were friendly and helpful. Arranging details with Leila the owner by internet was easy. My compliments to the owner and architect who lovingly restored this villa. Job well done. I feel like I need to keep writing and every line would describe the beauty of this place. For travelers who want the predictability of a multinational hotel franchise this is not the place for you. For adventure, romance, authentic culture, beauty, and an extraordinary experience off the beaten path, may you enjoy the Dar Ben Gacem as much or more than I did.

Partner

2/10

Poor

11 Jun 2016

Susan

The worst experience - totally misleading !!!

This is nothing short of SHOCKING - this has to be the worst place i have ever stayed in my life - as soon as i walked through through the door and saw dead flowers, shabby decor throughout was shown to my room off the small courtyard which was booked and paid as a suite i was shocked - wanted to run out and go back to the airport - i sent email to the Customer Service staff at Hotel.com to tell them booked the next flight out for Sunday and told the only English speaking person when he came 4 hours later that i am checking out on the Sunday and that this is shocking - he could not understand as thought perfectly normal????
There are no facilities - toiletries, water or information about the place or area especially when they do not speak English. Bedding has seen better days the toilet seat on verge of coming off and place could do with good clean and wiped down - bedding and pillows smell and privacy - what privacy small flimsy curtains to shield the windows but can still lights outside room and that stays on throughout the night as that the common area.
I took breakfast this morning which is communal as is the evening meal in a table outside my room so i hear everything well into the night from other rooms, the kitchen and staff, kids playing outside and walking past and anyone smoking or whatever - it the worst i have ever experienced - am not happy and am expecting some course of action here as this totally misleading!

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2016

Verified traveler

Great Medina experience

I stayed four nights in March. The room was very large and well appointed. The hotel provided a great Medina experience. They were also very helpful in helping me arrange drivers for trips outside the city.

8/10

Excellent

02 May 2016

Verified traveler

We loved our stay at Dar Ben Gacem! So quiet, well decorated and well located too. Having breakfast on the roof was an amazing kick off for the day.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2016

Heath

Authenticity and Comfort in Cultural Tunis Medina

Dar Ben-Gacen is a lovely hotel in the old medina of Tunis. This is not a luxury hotel, but it is extremely comfortable and has an incredible amount of heart, culture, and authenticity. The owner Leila is fantastic. The staff are locally sourced from the Medina and also provided everything we need. I highly recommend you stay here for a unique experience in Tunis.

Family

8/10

Excellent

02 Mar 2016

Verified traveler

Great hotel in the heart of the city.

pleasant stay. friendly staff. good food. nice room.

4/10

Poor

04 Jan 2016

Verified traveler

Too costly for being so rundown and filthy

This was one of the most highly rated places across multiple sites when we booked our tripped. So, we were incredibly surprised by the terrible condition of the hotel. We were first hit by how discrepant the beautiful pictures online are from reality. It's the equivalent of posting dating profile pictures from when you were 20 years younger and 100 pounds lighter. Everything in the hotel is covered in a layer of dust, and the carpets are so dirty that you fear walking barefoot in the room even for an instance. And, everything is rundown - not in the charming classic hotel kind of way - in the lack of care kind of way. The doors to the restroom would not open from the inside because of missing doorknobs. The lights in the bathroom either had their protective cover broken or didn't work. The water pressure barely allowed for a 3 minute shower. The television (no bigger than about 20 inches) didn't work. The promised coffee/tea maker was non-existent. The bed wasn't made when we arrived. This is an expensive hotel. When we booked it, we knew that we would be sacrificing amenities like easy access to a restaurant and an airport shuttle (which are available in the European style hotels). However, we expected a charming setting to offset that loss. There was no charm. Just a dirty, rundown place to cringe in for a few nights. I wouldn't ever return, and I wouldn't recommend it to others.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2015

Verified traveler

Super hotel in the medina

Love it again and again. This is the best hotel in Tunis ... Love the rooms and staff is very friendly

10/10

Exceptional

20 Oct 2015

a.

Great experience as always

So many things to do in the medina. Lovely hotel at the heart of it all.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2015

Neeraj

Excellent hotel and service.

The hotel was absolutely beautiful. The rooms were very comfortable and well decorated. The hotel art and decor was on point. We enjoyed relaxing in the ambient courtyard in the evening hours. The hotel is centrally located in the middle of the Medina which is ideal for shoppers! Breakfast was lovely, and the taxi was promptly arranged for our departure for the airport. We will certainly be looking to stay on our next visit to Tunis!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2015

Sam

Friendly Dar Ben Gacem

Cosy, friendly, beautiful Tunisian traditional architecture, helpful staff. Access to traditional Medina souq and other interesting places.

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2015

Caitlin

An Absolute Gem

This hotel is a gem. Perfectly situated on a quiet-ish street in the Medina, it is within walking distance of the Kasbah, souks, train stations, plenty of places to eat, and many of the top sites. The room we stayed in was beautiful, with great attention to detail. The bed was comfortable, even if it was only a double. The hotel staff was incredibly helpful as we tried to navigate around the city and they also gave advice on how to travel outside Tunis. The breakfast was fine. Only complaint was that there was sometimes a foul sewage smell in the bathroom, but we just kept the exhaust fan on most of the time.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Apr 2015

Ken

Dar Ben-Gacem

The Dar Ben-Gacem has restored a 17th century home into a 7 room guest house and it is one of the most unique hotel experiences that an American can have.

The hotel sits in the heart of the Medina. The rooms are modernized and updated, but still retain their cultural charm.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2015

Sophie

Homely stay

This is the second time I have stayed here and it was yet again perfect. Stayed in a suite this time and it was worth the money to have extra space.
Room was wonderful, aired and ready for arrival. Bed gave excellent sleep.
Staff remembered us and it was like coming home and nothing was too much trouble.
The cleaning team were perfect
Breakfast was excellent.....just needed a bigger table.
Stayed in Sfina suite...

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2014

Verified traveler

An Oasis in Tunis

I booked this hotel on the basis of Tripadvisor reviews and I wasn't disappointed. It is located just off the Tunis Medina down some very narrow streets and off the beaten track. At first, I wasn't sure what I had let myself in for, but the moment we stepped through the door, we entered another world. It's a boutique hotel exquisitely decorated in the old moorish style, including a lovely courtyard (where we had our breakfast) and rooms off it on the ground and first floor. Our room was small but so very lovely, with a wooden shutters at the windows, carpet on the floor, and a large and comfy raised divan bed. The bathroom was modern (with shower, basin, and toilet). Overall, it was very quiet although we could hear in the distant the call to prayer, which we found really atmospheric. Breakfast was great! Yoghurt, fruit, fruit juice, and bread and pastries, and the best coffee I have had ever. We stayed two nights and on both nights, we ate in. There is no restaurant or menu as such but the staff was happy to organise local cuisine depending on our food preference. I really recommend doing this as the food was delicious and reasonable and there is a cosy and charming small dining room to use. The hotel is decorated throughout with traditional fabrics and furniture as well as some very modern art pieces which blend in well with them. We fell in love with the place and would have loved to stay longer.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Nov 2014

Rod

Lovely hideaway in the Medina

Great place to stay
Clean, quiet, and comfy beds
Great room terrace and chill out space

10/10

Exceptional

18 Nov 2014

Verified traveler

Little Gem

perfect from the moment of check in to departure.....nothing was too much trouble at any time of the day or night.
Very close to the sights and private at the same time

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Nov 2014

Nicola

Refurbished 16c Palace.

Dar Ben Gacem is a wonderful 16c palace that has been renovated by Leila Ben Gacem. It is situated in the old medina area of Tunis (in the Rue de Pacha). Whereas the refurbishment has preserved all of its original features, Leila has brought it stylishly up to date with fine examples of Tunisian handicrafts and modern art.
The staff are charming and helpful, the breakfasts very good and the rooms wonderful. Top marks!

10/10

Exceptional

29 Sep 2014

Sam

Live in 10th century house with 21st c. facilities

Nicely situated in middle of old city with facilities all round especially shopping, restaurants, ancient mosques and friendly neighborhood. Polite staff, very helpful and clean bedrooms, toilets & multiple dining areas. No noises and no pressure to take breakfast too early.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2014

erica

Lovingly restored hotel in a perfect location

If the aim of your tunis trip is to get a better understand of the city - look no further. Dar Ben Gacem is an extremely tasteful hideaway just minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the city's souks. Lots of wonderful attention to detail. Friendly, helpful staff. The one thing I'd steer clear of is going with their taxi driver. I asked for help arranging a ride and the hotel was kind enough to help. The guy they work with charges 10x+ markup. (Some markup is expected but wow!) Otherwise, a perfect stay.