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Algiers Travel Guide: Where to Stay and What to Do

Pace: balanced Historic Coastal Bustling Authentic
Ideal trip length
3–6 days
Busiest
Apr-May, Sep-Oct

Updated September 2026

Algiers

About Algiers

White villas spill down hills above the sea; Algiers, Algeria’s Mediterranean capital, pairs Ottoman-era lanes with sea-facing boulevards and a strong North African cultural identity.

The Casbah of Algiers leads into steep lanes, historic houses and small neighborhood squares, while Notre Dame d’Afrique and Maqam Echahid offer distinct views across the city. Jardin d’Essai du Hamma, the National Museum of Fine Arts and the Grand Post Office add gardens, art and grand civic architecture to a day’s route.

April to May and September to October bring the clearest conditions for sightseeing. Arabic, French and Berber shape daily conversation, alongside cafés, white façades and local seafood at the Fish Market.

Where to stay

Hotels in Algiers

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Places to stay in Algiers

Best for

Ranked by verified guest score, then stars. Based on 168 of 227 hotels with verified data.

Best for families

Family rooms listed · 10 hotels qualify

  1. Lamaraz Hotels9.0/10 · 154 reviews · 4.5-star
  2. Atlantis Alger Chevalley8.6/10 · 111 reviews · 4-star
  3. AZ Hôtels Kouba7.8/10 · 102 reviews · 4-star
  4. Hôtel Sidi Yahia7.7/10 · 143 reviews · 3.5-star
  5. Sofitel Algiers Hamma Garden7.5/10 · 177 reviews · 5-star

Best for drivers

Free parking · 5 hotels qualify

  1. Hotel Best Night8.1/10 · 147 reviews
  2. Atlantis Alger Aéroport ex Ibis6.3/10 · 284 reviews · 3-star
  3. Sheraton Club des Pins Resort5.7/10 · 104 reviews · 5-star

Algiers at a glance

Check-in / check-out
3:00 PM / 11:00 AM
Free parking
84 of 105 hotels (80%)
Pool
14 of 168 hotels
Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
Arabic, French and Berber
Local currency
DZD (DZD)
Local time
(GMT+1)
Ideal trip length
3–6 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
City Center
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Optional, appreciated

History, culture and food in Algiers

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 55 · Moderate

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Couscous Chorba Rechta M'hadjeb

Hotel facts in Algiers

Based on 168 of 227 hotels with verified data.

Hotels that listHotelsShare
Free parkingof hotels with verified parking84 of 10580%
Swimming pool14 of 1688%
24-hour front desk47 of 16828%
Facilities for disabled guests18 of 16811%
Family rooms23 of 16814%
Breakfast availablefree or paid depends on the rate4 of 1682%
Kitchen or kitchenette7 of 1684%
Airport shuttle6 free31 of 16818%

Pools and room sizes by star rating

StarsPoolStandard room
3-star1 of 2823 m²usually 18 m²–31 m² · 9 hotels
4-star2 of 2527 m²usually 25 m²–30 m² · 12 hotels
5-star5 of 832 m²usually 29 m²–33 m² · 4 hotels

When to visit Algiers

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: March, April, May, June and September Busiest: Apr-May, Sep-Oct
  1. Jan
    24

    Cool, mild, some rain

  2. Feb
    21

    Cool, mild, some rain

  3. Mar
    51

    Pleasant weather (avg high 18°C)

  4. Apr
    51

    Pleasant weather (avg high 20°C)

  5. May
    51

    Pleasant weather (avg high 23°C)

  6. Jun
    49

    Hot, dry

  7. Jul
    34

    Often avoided: heat and crowds

  8. Aug
    31

    Often avoided: heat and crowds

  9. Sep
    49

    Pleasant, cooling

  10. Oct
    44

    Ideal, warm, sunny

  11. Nov
    33

    Cool, some rain

  12. Dec
    21

    Cool, mild, some rain

Things to do in Algiers

8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

3 places

Explore the Casbah of Algiers

Casbah 3 hours

Outdoors

Stroll through Jardin d'Essai du Hamma

Hamma 2 hours

Outdoors Good for children

Taste local seafood at the Fish Market

Port 1 hour

Indoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

3 places

See Notre Dame d'Afrique

Bologhine 1 hour

Indoors Good for children

Discover the National Museum of Fine Arts

Hamma 2 hours

Indoors Good for children

Shop on Didouche Mourad Street

City Center 2.5 hours

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

2 places

Visit Maqam Echahid

Riad El Feth 1.5 hours

Outdoors Good for children

Admire the Grand Post Office

City Center 30 min

Indoors Good for children

Algiers itineraries, day by day

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Things to book

Tours and activities in Algiers

Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.

Before you go to Algiers

Our own ratings and notes on eating out, signature experiences, who the city suits and planning ahead.

Eating out

Couscous 95 · Outstanding
Chorba 87 · Outstanding
Rechta 78 · Very good
M'hadjeb 70 · Good

Signature experiences

Visit Maqam Echahid 95 · Outstanding
Explore The Casbah Of Algiers 91 · Outstanding
See Notre Dame D'Afrique 88 · Outstanding
Stroll Through Jardin D'Essai Du Hamma 84 · Very good
Discover The National Museum Of Fine Arts 81 · Very good
Admire The Grand Post Office 77 · Very good
Shop On Didouche Mourad Street 74 · Good
Taste Local Seafood At The Fish Market 70 · Good

Who it suits

Solo 95 · Outstanding
Couples 89 · Outstanding
History 83 · Very good
Culture 76 · Very good
Budget 70 · Good

Planning tips

Dress modestly, especially when visiting religious sites. 95 · Outstanding
Learn a few French or Arabic phrases for easier communication. 83 · Very good
Bargain politely in markets for a fair price. 70 · Good

Ratings and recommendations are curated from local travel data.

Getaways from Algiers

Places people from Algiers travel to, from our own travel research.

Frequently asked questions about Algiers

How many places to stay are there in Algiers?

There are 220+ hotels, apartments and other places to stay in Algiers. They include 51 hotels and 160+ apartments.

When is the peak season in Algiers?

The peak season in Algiers is Apr-May, Sep-Oct.

Which area is a good base in Algiers?

The travel guide suggests staying in City Center when visiting Algiers.

Are there tours and activities in Algiers?

Yes, 89 tours and activities are listed in Algiers.

How many hotels in Algiers have free parking?

84 of the 105 hotels in Algiers with verified parking details list free parking (80%). 16 charge for parking.

What is the usual check-in time at hotels in Algiers?

3:00 PM at 88 of the 165 hotels with a verified check-in time. The next most common time is 2:00 PM (34 hotels).

What time is check-out at hotels in Algiers?

11:00 AM at 80 of 163 hotels with a verified check-out time; 12:00 PM at 56.

How many hotels in Algiers have a pool?

14 of 168 hotels with verified data list a swimming pool.