Your stay — Le Petit Prince
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The Property — Le Petit Prince
Le Petit Prince is a modest three-star in central Hammamet with a charmingly dated 1970s look: terracotta tiles, whitewashed walls, and a small pool in a courtyard garden. It’s a functional, no-fuss base for travellers who plan to spend their days at the beach or exploring the medina rather than reclining in the hotel. The lobby smells faintly of jasmine and floor wax; the reception staff are efficient but not effusive. It suits budget-conscious couples or solo wanderers who value location and cleanliness over four-star frills.
Chronicles of Hammamet
Hammamet began as a small Roman settlement called Pupput, but its modern character was shaped by medieval Andalusian Muslims who rebuilt its fortifications after fleeing Spain in the 15th century. The medina walls and the Great Mosque date from that era. In the 1960s, Hammamet became Tunisia’s first resort town for package tourism, driven by its long, sandy bay and mild winters. Today it balances a working fishing port with a promenade of hotels and beach clubs, and its annual International Festival (July–August) fills the open-air theatre in the old fort.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hammamet guide →Best months
May and September — sea is warm enough for swimming, air temperatures hover around 25–28°C, and crowds are thinner than July or August. June is also excellent but slightly busier.
Peak / festival surge
August is peak season: temperatures regularly hit 34°C, European families pack the beaches, and the Hammamet International Festival runs nightly. Hotel prices roughly double from their May levels. Book well ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the real budget windows: rooms often 40% cheaper than August, sea temperature still pleasant until mid-October, and the medina feels sleepy rather than swamped. You’ll need a light jacket in the evenings.
Weather & packing
Summer nights in Hammamet cool off faster than in Tunis because of the sea breeze, dropping to around 20°C. Pack exactly one long-sleeved cotton top and a pair of light trousers for dinner or a walk along the marina after sunset.
Live City Briefing — Hammamet
- The main road between Hammamet and Nabeul was resurfaced in early 2026, cutting the drive from 25 to about 15 minutes, but watch for unfinished roundabout lane markings near the port.
- A new beachside walkway linking the medina to the Yasmine Marina opened in March 2026, with shaded benches and a cycle lane — the safest way to cover the 3 km on foot.
- The Hammamet International Festival runs from 1 July to 15 August 2026; street closures around the medina begin each evening at 19:00, so factor that into your arrival time if driving.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Le Petit Prince, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the garden side away from the main street. The hotel has three floors, so upper floors are quieter and offer partial sea glimpses if set back from the road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or the street side, as Hammamet's main avenue can get traffic noise, and ground level loses privacy from passers-by and the bar area.
Best views
Rooms at the rear or off the main road overlook the hotel's garden and courtyard, a safe bet for calm. If you get a front-facing room on floor 3, you might catch a sliver of the Gulf of Hammamet between buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are best for quiet – further from street-level bustle and the breakfast room on the ground floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Hammamet's coastal road can have moped and car traffic until late. The bar is inside the ground floor, not a nightclub, but expect muffled music until around midnight. The lift serves all three floors – rooms directly next to it pick up faint motor noise.
Insider tips
1. Avoid the lift for early-morning quiet – take the stairs if you're on floor 2 or 3. 2. Check-in before 3pm: front-desk staff have better availability for garden-side room requests, especially in summer.
- 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 — Le Petit Prince
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed around 10 Mbps download. Login via room number and surname; no time limit.
One lift serves all three guest floors.
No daily newspapers. A digital news app is not offered.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 09:00. Check-out by 12:00. Late check-out until 16:00 costs 40 TND.
Complimentary luggage storage for same-day arrivals or post-check-out.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance. No accessible bathrooms or wheel-in showers; lift door width 75 cm.
On-site free parking for 20 cars, first-come-first-served. Nearest public parking is the Municipal Parking on Rue Farhat Hached (3 TND per day). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Municipal tax: 3 TND per person per night, payable on arrival.
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required to confirm booking; a 50 TND incidental hold on a credit card is taken at check-in.
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Palladium — 48 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
التجاري وفا بنك — 950 m · ~12 min walk
Pharmacie Selima Souissi — 973 m · ~12 min walk
Barraket essahel — 885 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Tunisian Dinar, TND
Best to use ATMs or exchange at local banks; the airport and tourist bureaux give poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, larger restaurants and shops; but small street vendors and taxis prefer cash.
Round up taxi fares; 5-10% in restaurants if service charge not added (check bill); small change for hotel staff — 1-2 TND per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Small espresso at a cafe near the Medina — around 1 TND
Merguez sandwich or brik from a streetside stall — about 5-7 TND
Grilled fish or couscous at a modest local restaurant — main courses around 12-15 TND
The area near the old port and the Medina edges has kiosks selling brik, grilled corn and sandwiches
Common supermarket chains: Monoprix, Carrefour Market (both in town or on the main roads)
The Hammamet Medina souks and the central market street have cheap clothes, scarves and leather goods
Louage (shared minibus) for longer runs — about 1-2 TND per leg; for airport, the local bus or louage to Tunis then another louage to Hammamet is cheapest
Eat at stalls in the Medina rather than touristy front-row cafes; always negotiate in souks, start at half the price; buy bottled water in bulk from supermarkets, not hotels.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hammamet, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Le Petit Prince
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · التجاري وفا بنك — 950 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Selima Souissi — 973 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Hammamet-Ennahda International Airport (NBE) → La Villa Omar
💡 Book in advance to ensure availability and a fixed price.
NBE Airport → Hammamet Bus Station
💡 Check the schedule at the airport's bus station or online.
NBE Airport → La Villa Omar
💡 Book in advance through a reputable transfer service to ensure a smooth and hassle-free ride.
NBE Airport → Hammamet Bus Station
💡 Buy tickets from the driver or at the airport's bus station.
About Hammamet
Wikipedia ↗
Hammamet (Arabic: حمامات , literally "Baths") is a town in the Nabeul Governorate of Tunisia. Due to its beaches, it is a popular destination for swimming and water sports and is one of the primary tourist destinations in Tunisia. It is located in the south-eastern section of Cape Bon. The reported ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Le Petit Prince?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the garden side away from the main street. The hotel has three floors, so upper floors are quieter and offer partial sea glimpses if set back from the road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Le Petit Prince?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or the street side, as Hammamet's main avenue can get traffic noise, and ground level loses privacy from passers-by and the bar area.
Is Le Petit Prince noisy?
Hammamet's coastal road can have moped and car traffic until late. The bar is inside the ground floor, not a nightclub, but expect muffled music until around midnight. The lift serves all three floors – rooms directly next to it pick up faint motor noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Le Petit Prince?
Rooms at the rear or off the main road overlook the hotel's garden and courtyard, a safe bet for calm. If you get a front-facing room on floor 3, you might catch a sliver of the Gulf of Hammamet between buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Le Petit Prince?
1. Avoid the lift for early-morning quiet – take the stairs if you're on floor 2 or 3. 2. Check-in before 3pm: front-desk staff have better availability for garden-side room requests, especially in summer.
What time is check-in at Le Petit Prince?
Check-in at Le Petit Prince is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Le Petit Prince have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed around 10 Mbps download. Login via room number and surname; no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Le Petit Prince?
Municipal tax: 3 TND per person per night, payable on arrival.
Where can I eat cheaply near Le Petit Prince?
Merguez sandwich or brik from a streetside stall — about 5-7 TND
What is the cheapest way to get around from Le Petit Prince?
Louage (shared minibus) for longer runs — about 1-2 TND per leg; for airport, the local bus or louage to Tunis then another louage to Hammamet is cheapest
When is the best time to visit Hammamet?
May and September — sea is warm enough for swimming, air temperatures hover around 25–28°C, and crowds are thinner than July or August. June is also excellent but slightly busier.
Top Attractions in Hammamet
💡 Start at the east gate and follow the path along the sea side—best angle for photos of the fortress with the water behind.
💡 The stretch between Hotel Bel Azur and the medina is less crowded than the strip near tourist resorts. Enter via Rue de la Liberté.
💡 Walk to the far edge for a quiet spot with a bench and uninterrupted view of the bay. No shade, so bring water.
💡 Visit late afternoon for cooler light on the blue shutters and fewer crowds. Avoid the main square during prayer times when it empties.
💡 Check the noticeboard inside the gate for open-air concerts or theatre—free on most Saturday evenings in summer.