Located just forty minutes from Tangier, Asilah is a quaint, serene beach town on the northern coast of Morocco. Asilah is a hidden gem for beachgoers looking for a quiet local beach day with abounding Moroccan and Mediterranean culture.
With nearly empty white sand beaches, clear baby blue water, and quaint cove-like rock structures, Asilah’s shockingly peaceful beach setting seems straight out of a novel. Its buildings have dramatic, Mediterranean architecture. The buildings are white, but with splashes of color, street art, and wall paintings, Asilah truly stands out. While Asilah’s beach itself is fairly basic, without the ultra-luxe amenities of a resort town or the activities of a beach park, its stunning setting and remoteness make it the perfect beach for beachgoers desiring a beach day in which they can relax and reenergize.
For beachgoers looking to experience Asilah’s culture, walk to the medina to see the best of Asilah’s street art, and shop at the beach town’s many artisan boutiques. For a scenic walk along the pier, visit the port of Asilah. To see one of Morocco’s stunning churches, visit the Church of San Bartholomew. After the exploration is over, for some of the most authentic Mediterranean, Spanish, and Moroccan seafood you’ll ever find, go to Zahora, an immensely popular local favorite. If you’re looking to stay the night, book the Hotel Al Alba, Asilah’s best boutique hotel, which features nine air-conditioned rooms with luxurious bathrooms, gorgeous Arabic architecture and design, and free parking and Wifi.
