Hotel Marhaba Palace Accommodation 4 Stars in Port el Kantaoui, Túnez

Like a tiered wedding cake, the Marhaba Palace is incredibly grand. All
whitewashed, its arched balconies and jutting latticework windows
conjure up a real feeling of North Africa. Step inside and you're
greeted by an almost cathedral-like atrium. But there's more to this
place than just good looks. There's the location to consider. The hotel
looks out over a ribbon of gorgeous golden sand. Wander through the
gardens past the apostrophe-shaped swimming pool down to the shore. All
thatched beach brollies and aquamarine seas, you'd be forgiven for
thinking you were in the Caribbean here. Simply unfurl your beach towel,
smooth on some sun cream and laze the day away sifting soft sand through
your fingers. But that's not all on the location front. There are two
golf courses really close by. Plus, it's just a five minute stroll to
the marina at Port El Kantaoui, where you'll find plenty in the way of
cafes and restaurants, while the souks and bazaars of Sousse are about
7km away. But you don't have to go into town for a taste of Tunisia. The
hotel has got its very own Moorish cafe - complete with low seats,
cushions and hubbly-bubbly pipes - and now and again lays on belly
dancing, snake charmers and folklore shows. The American bar, meanwhile,
offers up an altogether different atmosphere and is the setting for
occasional live music. Entertainment aside, there's lots in the way of
facilities at this hotel, too. Enjoy a knock about on the tennis courts.
Set your pulse racing with a round of squash. Or perhaps just take five
in the whirlpool bath. If relaxation tops your to do list, you'll be
pleased to know that there's also a sauna here, as well as therapeutic
pools and massage treatments. Food-wise, you can pile your plate high at
the tempting buffets or grab a bite to eat down at the beachfront
barbecue and pizzeria. If you want to splash out, there's also a swanky
a la carte restaurant.