Your stay — Hotel des Finances
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The Property — Hotel des Finances
A modest but solid three-star in central Bizerte, the Hotel des Finances offers clean, no-fuss rooms and a lobby that smells faintly of polish and coffee. It's the kind of place where the receptionist remembers your key number and the breakfast bread is still warm. Best for independent travellers who want a reliable base near the old port, not flash, but honest.
Chronicles of Bizerte
Bizerte has been a port since Phoenician times, later a Roman colony and a key French naval base. The old city's medina, with its whitewashed alleys and Spanish fort, sits on a narrow isthmus between the Mediterranean and Lake Bizerte. The French built wide boulevards and art deco blocks in the 19th century, giving the centre an oddly Parisian air. Independence in 1956 brought a Tunisian identity, but the navy stayed until 1963, leaving a legacy of military architecture and a relaxed, multicultural character.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bizerte guide →Best months
May, June, September: warm sun, low chance of rain, and the Med is swimmable without the August crush.
Peak / festival surge
July–August: northern European families fill the coast, hotel prices double, and Bizerte's own summer festival (July music/dance) draws crowds.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: half the price, still 20–25°C, quieter streets and the hotel restaurant has spare tables.
Weather & packing
Bizerte's Mediterranean climate is mild but the wind (the 'marin' from the sea) can pick up suddenly. Pack a light jacket or fleece for evenings, even in July.
Live City Briefing — Bizerte
- The Bizerte–Tunis highway widening is complete, cutting road time to about 50 minutes, but tolls increased in early 2026.
- A new seafood co-op market opened in the old port quarter (March 2026), selling daily catch until 11am — try the grilled octopus.
- July 2026 sees the annual Bizerte International Festival (music/theatre) running during your stay, so expect some street closures and livelier evenings.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel des Finances, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the back courtyard. They're high enough to escape street-level racket but still within easy stair reach if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor directly above the entrance or beside the lift shaft. Also skip any room marked as 'street-side' on floors 1-2 due to traffic noise from Bizerte's main roads.
Best views
Back courtyard views are the only reliably quiet option. Front-facing rooms may glimpse the medina or port but will be noisier.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest – far enough from the street and common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources: street traffic on the avenue outside; lift mechanism on floors 1-2; early morning staff activity near the service entrance at the back. Weekend nights can be louder if the hotel hosts local weddings or events.
Insider tips
1) If driving, arrive early (before 6pm) to snag one of the limited free street parking spots out front. Paid lots are a short walk. 2) Bring earplugs for any front-facing room – the single-glazed windows do little to block out honking and motorbikes.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel des Finances
Free for all guests; typical speed 10-15 Mbps; no login, just connect to 'HF-WiFi'
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; one physical French-language Tunisian newspaper (La Presse) at breakfast; hotel was originally a bank in the 1960s, so the façade retains marble teller counters
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed at reception; late check-out until 12:00 free, after that 50% of night rate until 18:00
Complimentary, left with reception; no luggage room, stored behind the desk
No step-free access: two steps up at main entrance; no wheelchair ramp; lift is standard size (fits a wheelchair). Ground floor rooms only accessible via stairs from lobby
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is 200 m north on Avenue Farhat Hached, 10 TND/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; a 50 TND cash or card hold taken at check-in for incidentals
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Tunisian Dinar, TND
Exchange money at local banks or authorised exchange offices in town; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux which give poor rates.
Cards are accepted in larger supermarkets and hotels, but smaller shops and street vendors are cash-only; contactless is rare.
Round up the bill in restaurants (10% is not expected but appreciated), small change for taxi drivers, and a few dinars for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso or mint tea at a café costs around 1-1.5 TND.
A simple sandwich or brick (fried pastry) at a snack stand runs about 4-6 TND.
A main course at a modest restaurant (grilled fish or couscous) is roughly 12-18 TND.
Look for makeshift stalls near the old port or along the main market street for bricks, msemen (flatbread), or grilled sardines.
Monoprix and Magasin General are the common budget supermarket chains in Bizerte.
The central market (Marché Central) sells inexpensive everyday clothes; for more variety, the new town has clothing stores with moderate prices.
Shared taxis (louages) are the cheapest way around town – a short ride costs about 0.5-1 TND. From Tunis Carthage airport, take a louage to Bizerte (around 8-10 TND) rather than a private taxi.
Eat at local eateries away from the marina to save 30-40%; use louages instead of tourist taxis; buy fresh produce from the market rather than supermarkets.
Emergency Contacts
Bizerte+216 72 512 000 (National Emergency Number)
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bizerte, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel des Finances
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Tunis–Carthage Airport (TUN) → Henchir D'heb Hotel, Bizerte
💡 Take the 635 bus from the airport to Bab Alioua station (4 TND, 30 mins), then a SNTRI bus to Bizerte (7 TND, 90 mins). Get off at Bizerte bus station and a 10 TND taxi ride gets you to Henchir D'heb.
Tunis–Carthage Airport (TUN) → Henchir D'heb Hotel, Bizerte
💡 Negotiate the fare before you get in; official white taxis with meters are cheaper than private ones. Expect around 60–80 TND. Ask the driver to take the A4 autoroute to avoid local traffic.
Tunis–Carthage Airport (TUN) → Henchir D'heb Hotel, Bizerte
💡 Take the TGM train from Tunis Ville to Bizerte station (1st class 6 TND, 2nd class 4 TND). From Bizerte station, it's a 15-minute taxi ride to the hotel (about 8 TND). The train is scenic but slow—only worth it if you're not in a rush.
Tunis Centre (Bab Alioua louage station) → Henchir D'heb Hotel, Bizerte
💡 Louage is the cheapest local transport—shared minibuses. Take the airport bus to Bab Alioua (4 TND), then grab a Bizerte-bound louage (8 TND per seat). It drops you at Bizerte's main square; from there, a local taxi to Henchir D'heb costs 5–7 TND. No fixed schedule, but they leave when full.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel des Finances?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the back courtyard. They're high enough to escape street-level racket but still within easy stair reach if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel des Finances?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor directly above the entrance or beside the lift shaft. Also skip any room marked as 'street-side' on floors 1-2 due to traffic noise from Bizerte's main roads.
Is Hotel des Finances noisy?
Main noise sources: street traffic on the avenue outside; lift mechanism on floors 1-2; early morning staff activity near the service entrance at the back. Weekend nights can be louder if the hotel hosts local weddings or events.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel des Finances?
Back courtyard views are the only reliably quiet option. Front-facing rooms may glimpse the medina or port but will be noisier.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel des Finances?
1) If driving, arrive early (before 6pm) to snag one of the limited free street parking spots out front. Paid lots are a short walk. 2) Bring earplugs for any front-facing room – the single-glazed windows do little to block out honking and motorbikes.
What time is check-in at Hotel des Finances?
Check-in at Hotel des Finances is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel des Finances have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; typical speed 10-15 Mbps; no login, just connect to 'HF-WiFi'
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel des Finances?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel des Finances?
A simple sandwich or brick (fried pastry) at a snack stand runs about 4-6 TND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel des Finances?
Shared taxis (louages) are the cheapest way around town – a short ride costs about 0.5-1 TND. From Tunis Carthage airport, take a louage to Bizerte (around 8-10 TND) rather than a private taxi.
When is the best time to visit Bizerte?
May, June, September: warm sun, low chance of rain, and the Med is swimmable without the August crush.
Top Attractions in Bizerte
💡 The small museum inside costs a few dinar but the real value is climbing the ramparts. No crowds in the morning.
💡 Best light for photos is late afternoon when the shadows stretch across the square. Remove shoes and stay quiet—locals pray here.
💡 Go at sunset when the light hits the old Spanish fort. Grab a cheap mint tea at any harbour-side café for under 1 TND.
💡 Bring your own towel and snacks—cafés here charge double. Arrive before 10am to claim a spot near the trees.
💡 Ask the guard to unlock the back room—it holds the best mosaic of Neptune. No photography allowed inside. Plan 30 minutes.