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The African Story is a recently renovated apartment in La Marsa where guests can make the most of the terrace and shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free Wifi throughout the property. The apartment features parking on-site, a beauty services, and full-day security. Featuring a balcony and mountain views, the spacious apartment includes 1 bedroom, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. For guests with children, the apartment offers a baby safety gate. Cycling and fishing can be enjoyed nearby, while a bicycle rental service and a private beach area are also available on-site. La Marsa Beach is a 5-minute walk from The African Story, while Corniche Beach is 0.7 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Tunis–Carthage, 6.2 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free Parking Available On Site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
10
High score for La Marsa
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  • Alicia
    Sweden Sweden
    secure, quiet, very beautiful decorations and close to the beach, ideal for a couple or a single person, I would come back very soon, thank you
  • Gina28
    Tunisia Tunisia
    I especially liked the location, quiet and close to the beach and the tourist area, you can even go to Sidibou said on foot! sunny balcony and quiet neighborhoods. I recommend, thank you to the host for his welcome.
  • Patricia
    Italy Italy
    ambiente e decorazioni piuttosto africani, ho vissuto in Africa prima e mi sentivo come se tornassi lì, Mourad davvero ben fatto per la decorazione e il gusto.

Hosted by Mourad

9.9
9.9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Mourad
Welcome to our charming apartment with African influences, where comfort and authenticity meet in a warm setting. Our open-plan living room offers a spacious and bright space, while the balcony overlooks a quiet street, perfect for moments of relaxation. In addition, a workspace equipped with a desk is at your disposal, ideal for those who need to stay productive during their stay. The modern walk-in shower and kitchen
As a host, I am delighted to welcome you to our African-influenced accommodation. I'm here to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Don't hesitate to contact me if you need recommendations to discover the best places in the city, whether it's to taste local food, explore sights or have unique experiences. I am also at your disposal for any additional assistance you may need
Welcome to our idyllic neighborhood, where tranquility meets proximity to the beach and the bustling tourist corniche. Just a 2-minute walk from the beach, you can enjoy relaxing moments by the water, while being surrounded by restaurants offering delicious local and international cuisine. Parking is free, making it easy to get around. Welcome to your seaside haven, where every day is a new adventure to explore.
Languages spoken: Arabic,Bulgarian,Catalan,Czech,Danish,German,Greek,English,Spanish,Estonian,Finnish,French,Hebrew,Croatian,Indonesian,Italian,Japanese,Georgian,Korean,Lithuanian,Malay,Dutch,Norwegian,Polish,Portuguese,Romanian,Russian,Slovak,Serbian,Swedish,Filipino,Chinese

Area info

Amenities of The African Story
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Private beach area
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Basic free Wifi 12 Mbps. Suitable for streaming content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Shared kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Stovetop
    • Dryer
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    • Walk-in closet
    • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Shared toilet
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Bathrobe
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Sitting area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Blu-ray player
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • Satellite channels
    • Video games
    • Video
    • Radio
    • TV
    • Pay-per-view channels
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Electric blankets
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Suit press
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Private beach area
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    Common Areas
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Spa
    • Personal trainer
    • Light therapy
    • Body wrap
    • Body scrub
    • Body treatments
    • Hairstyling
    • Hair coloring
    • Haircut
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Hair treatments
    • Makeup services
    • Waxing services
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty services
    • Beach umbrellas
      Additional charge
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
      Additional charge
    • Turkish/Steam Bath
      Additional charge
    Food & Drink
    • Coffee house on site
    • Fruit
      Additional charge
    • Wine/Champagne
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Packed lunches
    • Breakfast in the room
    • Room service
    • Minibar
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Live music/Performance
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cooking class
      Additional charge
    • Tour or class about local culture
      Additional charge
    • Happy hour
      Additional charge
    • Themed dinners
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Bike tours
      Additional charge
    • Walking tours
    • Movie nights
    • Stand-up comedy
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Bar crawls
      Additional charge
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Beach
    • Water park
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Water sports facilities on site
      Additional charge
    • Snorkeling
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Horseback riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Windsurfing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      Additional charge
    • Tennis court
      Additional chargeOff-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    • Detached
    Transportation
    • Bicycle rental
      Additional charge
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
      Additional charge
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Baby safety gates
    • Baby safety gates
    • Child safety socket covers
    • Nightclub/DJ
      Additional charge
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
      Additional charge
    • Suit press
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    Shops
    • Convenience store on site
    • Hair/Beauty salon
    Miscellaneous
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hypoallergenic room available
    • Heating
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages Spoken
    • Arabic
    • Bulgarian
    • Catalan
    • Czech
    • Danish
    • German
    • Greek
    • English
    • Spanish
    • Estonian
    • Finnish
    • French
    • Hebrew
    • Croatian
    • Indonesian
    • Italian
    • Japanese
    • Georgian
    • Korean
    • Lithuanian
    • Malay
    • Dutch
    • Norwegian
    • Polish
    • Portuguese
    • Romanian
    • Russian
    • Slovak
    • Serbian
    • Swedish
    • Filipino
    • Chinese

    House rules

    The African Story takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 9 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 4 years
    Crib by request
    Free

    Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    1 crib available on request.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

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    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    FAQs about The African Story

    • Check-in at The African Story is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The prices at The African Story may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The African Story on this page.

    • The African Story is 0.7 miles from the center of La Marsa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, The African Story is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The African Story can accommodate this group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The African Story offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Turkish/Steam Bath
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Snorkeling
      • Diving
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Water park
      • Beachfront
      • Beauty services
      • Bike tours
      • Cooking class
      • Personal trainer
      • Horseback riding
      • Movie nights
      • Live sports events (broadcast)
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Facial treatments
      • Happy hour
      • Bicycle rental
      • Water sports facilities on site
      • Waxing services
      • Walking tours
      • Live music/Performance
      • Bar crawls
      • Makeup services
      • Themed dinners
      • Beach
      • Stand-up comedy
      • Hair treatments
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Manicure
      • Pedicure
      • Haircut
      • Hair coloring
      • Hairstyling
      • Body treatments
      • Body scrub
      • Body wrap
      • Light therapy
      • Private beach area
      • Nightclub/DJ

    • The African Story has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.