Mediterranean bay town in the Rif mountains
Al Hoceima is a coastal town on Morocco's northern Mediterranean shore, ringed by the Rif mountains and rocky coves. It has an airport and a small port.
The town was established by Spain in the 1920s during the Rif War as Villa Sanjurjo. It sits within Morocco's Berber-speaking Rif region.
Best Mar–May & Sep–Nov · Hot Jun–Aug — this reflects Morocco's seasonal weather and crowds.
Visa-free (90 days, many passports). Entry rules depend on your nationality and change often — always confirm with the official Morocco government or embassy before you travel.
Moroccan Dirham (MAD). You can convert USD to the live local rate right on this page.
Arabic is the primary language in Morocco.
Dial 15 for emergencies in Morocco.
Tap water here is generally rated "Boil first". When unsure, choose sealed bottled or filtered water.
Type C/E. Bring a compatible adapter — you can build a full packing list for Al Hoceima on this page.
Safety varies by neighbourhood and changes over time, so there's no one-word answer. The local emergency number is 15. Check SkyOSK's safety notes for Al Hoceima and your government's current travel advisory before you go.