Saïdia

Overview of Saïdia

Thanks to the Plan Azur, this small coastal village has become a major seaside resort in Morocco with Mediterrania Saidia.

Key details

• Type of place: small town.

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Location: bordering Algeria, on the Mediterranean coast.

• Distances: Al Hoceima (230 km to the west), Nador (90 km to the west), Oujda (70 km to the south).

• Local time: Heure : Saïdia.

• Population: 8,780 inhabitants (2014)

• Area: 20 km².

• Altitude: sea level.

• Website: www.officetourismemaroc.com/ville-Saidia.html

History of Saïdia

What to see and do in Saïdia

Mediterrania Saidia

Mediterrania Saidia opened its doors in 2009. It has a capacity of 28,000 beds and a wide range of tourist facilities, including a large marina, three golf courses, and a huge shopping centre ("Medina Center Saidia"). The site also boasts one of the longest beaches (14 km) on the coast. Ultimately, Mediterrania Saidia aims to become a major hub for sports and cultural events, as well as one of the Mediterranean’s leading seaside resorts.

In the surrounding area

Nador ★ (90 km)
Despite its lagoon, Nador's main appeal is as a gateway to the seaside resort of Saidia, a hundred kilometers further east.

Climate and weather in Saïdia

Transport

Getting there

Getting around

Accommodation

Eating

Useful addresses

Further information