Grand Hotel Villa De France, TangierGrand Hotel Villa De France in Tangier, Morocco has a corrected score of 3.5 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 18 of 50 hotels we score in Tangier. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.6 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 3.6, Agoda 3.7. Rooms from about $256 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in the former diplomatic quarter of Tangier, the Grand Hotel Villa De France is a 19th-century building that originally served as a French diplomat's residence. The property sits near the Grand Socco market, the old city, and the ferry terminal. It suits travellers seeking a central base with access to the beach and local markets. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor pool, a spa with a sauna and hot tub, and a rooftop terrace overlooking the bay. Guests can dine in the on-site restaurant which offers special diet menus. While the location is convenient, some guests have noted that room maintenance can be inconsistent.What stands out

Central location near the old city

Rooftop terrace with bay views

Multiple swimming pools

On-site spa and sauna

Watch out for

Inconsistent room maintenance

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