More about hotels in Annaba
Annaba sits on Algeria's eastern Mediterranean coast, where turquoise coves meet olive-covered hills and the remains of an ancient Roman city sit quietly at the edge of town. It's Algeria's second-largest port, but it still moves at an easy coastal pace, with fishing boats coming in each morning and cafe terraces filling up along the water each evening.
From beachfront hotels a short stroll from Cours de la Révolution to quiet mountain guesthouses above the city, Annaba has a stay to match however you want to spend your trip.
Where to stay in Annaba
- Annaba city centre puts you steps from Cours de la Révolution, the tree-lined boulevard where locals gather at pavement cafes, and an easy walk to the port and the beaches either side of it. See stays in Annaba city.
- El Bouni is the practical pick if you're flying in. It sits right by Annaba Airport (AAE) and tends to run a touch cheaper than the city centre, with a straightforward run into town by taxi. See stays in El Bouni.
- Seraidi is up in the Edough massif, about 850 metres above sea level and noticeably cooler than the coast below. It's a proper mountain-village escape, with pine forest, sweeping views back down to the bay, and paragliding for anyone keen. See stays in Seraidi.
- Chetaibi is a small fishing port on its own peninsula west of Annaba, with clear-water coves such as La Caroube and Ras El Hamra nearby. It's the pick for beach days without the city traffic. See stays in Chetaibi.
How much is Annaba accommodation?
A night in Annaba averages around AU$70-90, though it moves with the season. Rates soften over the cooler months and climb around the December holidays, so book ahead if you're travelling over the peak stretch.
- Budget hotels & guesthouses - From AU$45 per night - simple, no-frills rooms close to the centre, fine for a short stopover.
- Mid-range hotels & apartments - From AU$90 per night - a step up in space and service, often with a pool or a restaurant on site.
- Boutique stays - From AU$130 per night - smaller properties with more character, some right on the water.
- Luxury & resorts - From AU$220 per night - full-service hotels with pools, spas and multiple restaurants, mostly in the city centre.
Top-rated hotels in Annaba
- Sheraton Annaba Hotel is the city's big international 5-star, close to the centre and a short walk from the beach, with an outdoor pool, two restaurants and 201 rooms with sea or city views. Check rates.
- Seybouse Hotel & Spa pairs comfortable rooms with an actual spa, which is rare in Annaba, so it's a solid pick if you want to properly unwind between beach days. Check rates.
- Hotel El Mountazah sits up in Seraidi village, with a pool and restaurant and the kind of cool mountain air you won't get down on the coast. Check rates.
- Majestic Annaba is known locally for one of the better breakfast spreads in town, a nice touch if breakfast makes or breaks your stay. Check rates.
- Rym el Djamil Hotel is a dependable mid-range option with on-site parking, handy if you're driving in from elsewhere in the province. Check rates.
Tips for finding the perfect accommodation in Annaba
- Book the shoulder months if you can. Spring and autumn keep the coast warm without the December price hike, and Seraidi's forest air is at its best when the coast below isn't too hot.
- Staying near Cours de la Révolution puts the cafes, the port and the beaches all within walking distance, so a city-only stay doesn't need a hire car.
- Basing yourself in Seraidi or Chetaibi is a genuine change of scene, but both are a proper drive from the centre, not a stroll. Confirm your hotel can arrange a transfer, or check the taxi run in, before you book.
- Filter by "close to beach" if that matters to you. Annaba's city-centre hotels vary a fair bit in how far they actually are from the water, despite what the map suggests.
- Travellers arriving through El Bouni should weigh a night near the airport against a slightly longer taxi ride into the centre. Either works, it just depends how early your flight is.
Keen to see where Annaba started? Hippo Regius, the ancient Roman city the modern town grew up around, sits quietly on the edge of Annaba among olive trees. Excavated remains include a forum, large public baths and well-preserved mosaic floors, with more finds on show at the on-site museum. It's a genuine highlight and easy to fit into half a day, whichever part of Annaba you base yourself in.
