Kenitra: A Charming City with A Lot To Offer
Formerly known as Port Lyautey, Kenitra, Morocco serves as a port in the Sbu River. It constitutes one part of the Rabat-Sale-Quneitra region, one of the administrative divisions of Morocco. Offering and modern attractions and untainted natural scenery, Kenitra makes for a relaxing getaway.
Best Time to Visit
Summers in Kenitra are hot and humid, while its winters are partly cloudy and cool. The temperatures in April-November are pleasant and warm, great for a Moroccan holiday. Be ready to pay more for Kenitra hotels between the busy months of September-November. You might want to schedule your visit when there are fewer crowds in the winter, when you can get good hotel deals and discounts. Festival Thamusida De Kenitra is a festival you must not miss if ever you are in Kenitra in July.
What to Do & Area Attractions
You will never lack for things to do in Kenitra. Enjoy water activities in the beach, take a stroll at the natural park, marvel at the beautiful mosques and the historical structures around the city or simply savor traditional Moroccan fare. Universite Ibn Tofaill, set against a backdrop of lush greens, is one of the city’s prominent institutions.
Make your Kenitra holiday even more enjoyable by booking a unit at Riad Dar Jabador, a guesthouse decorated in traditional Moroccan style. Hosted by a local family, the accommodation offers ocean views and an on-site restaurant serving authentic local dishes. Alternatively, you can book a room at Hotel Mamora, a 4-star hotel located less than a mile away from downtown Kenitra.