Is Al Maqal a good area to stay in Basrah?

Port area on the Shatt al-Arab, east of the centre. It's industrial but close to the water. Business visitors connected to the port or oil industry.

Basrah · Iraq

Where to Stay in Al Maqal, Basrah

Port area on the Shatt al-Arab, east of the centre. It's industrial but close to the water.

Gritty, working, functional.

Business visitors connected to the port or oil industry.

A few basic hotels; limited choice. Budget to mid-range, $40-60/night.

Not walkable; taxis needed. 25 mins to centre, 30 mins to airport.

Maqal Port, the Shatt al-Arab riverfront.

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