The hotel is located on the historic side of Tangier, in the heart of the Medina, offering panoramic views of the Mediterranean bay and the straits of Gibraltar. Access to public transport links can be found nearby and the property is some 22 km from Boukhalef Airport. The charming hotel, built in 1870 by a British family and renovated in 2008, remains one of the more distinguished hotels of Tangier, used by various celebrities. Many producers chose this location to shoot their movies.

Nowadays it is listed as a National Heritage site. This 56-room establishment offers a number of facilities and services. Guests can also savour the panoramic sea views from the two terraces or purchase a keepsake from the souvenir store. The hotel provides recently refurbished guest rooms, which include high-speed WLAN Internet access and either a balcony or terrace.