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Hotel Guynemer
An affordable 29-room hotel in a 1932 Art Deco building in the city centre, named after the First World War pilot Georges Guynemer.
At a glance
- Type
- Budget Art Deco hotel
- Area
- Centre Ville, Casablanca, Morocco
- Price
- $ · Budget
Good to know
- Air conditioning
- In-room safe
- Central location
Why we recommend it
Hotel Guynemer is a good choice for travellers who want an affordable base in the centre of Casablanca with a touch of period character. The building dates from 1932 and was designed by the architect Vandelle in the Art Deco style that defines much of the city centre, with a sober facade, tall French windows, a cantilevered structure, 1930s-style lettering and decorative bas-reliefs. It takes its name from Georges Guynemer, the French fighter pilot of the First World War who flew with the Escadrille des Cigognes.
The hotel has 29 rooms, renovated in 1993 and again in 2009. Each has a double or king-size bed, a flat-screen television, air conditioning, a safe and a private bathroom. They are modern and comfortable rather than luxurious, and the appeal lies in the combination of a central location, a historic building and a moderate price. Do not expect a pool, a spa or a large restaurant; this is a simple, practical hotel.
The location is one of its main strengths. The hotel stands on the corner of Rue Abdelkader Mouftaker and Rue Betoul, in the area sometimes called the quartier des Aviateurs, close to Avenue Prince Moulay Abdallah in the centre. The old medina and the Casa Port area are within reach, and many of the Art Deco buildings along Boulevard Mohammed V and around Mohammed V Square are a short walk away.
The Guynemer suits budget-conscious travellers, solo visitors and couples who plan to spend their days out exploring and want a clean, central room to return to. It is also a convenient base for architecture enthusiasts. The city's beaches are about 15 kilometres away, so it is less suited to anyone planning a beach holiday; stay on the Corniche for that. There is no official website, so book through a reliable platform and confirm details directly with the hotel.
Mohammed V International Airport is about 35 kilometres away; the train from the airport reaches the city centre stations, and a petit taxi will bring you to the door. Around the hotel there are plenty of cafés and simple restaurants, and the Central Market and Boulevard Mohammed V are easy walks for lunch and sightseeing.
Hotel Guynemer FAQs
How many rooms does Hotel Guynemer have?
29 rooms.
What facilities do the rooms have?
A double or king-size bed, flat-screen television, air conditioning, a safe and a private bathroom.
How old is the building?
It was built in 1932 in the Art Deco style.
Who is the hotel named after?
Georges Guynemer, a French fighter pilot of the First World War.
Is it a budget hotel?
Yes. It is an affordable option in the city centre.
How far is the airport?
Mohammed V International Airport is about 35 kilometres away.
Is it near the beach?
No. The beaches are about 15 kilometres away; it is better suited to sightseeing in the centre.