The obvious choice for lovers of old hotels, the d'Orient still has some of its colonial splendour, including a piano in the café and plenty of Moorish Orientalist touches. Rooms overlooking the main road can be noisy, but have excellent views. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A plain exterior disguises this extremely well-run hotel. Opened in 2006 at the end of the Cours de la Révolution, the Majestic has large, soundproof rooms with good bathrooms (and baths), an extremely helpful reception and a panoramic restaurant serving typical Algerian dishes. … Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A hangover from the groovy 1960s, its bright, simple, spotless rooms all have heating and fan. The halls are lined with photos and plants, the Hertz car rental sign at reception is now just a souvenir of times past, but the owner is as friendly as ever. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

An unexpected find, this modern, midrange hotel on the central square of the old town has been well renovated. It offers comfortable ensuite rooms and a reputedly good restaurant. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The city's only five-star hotel sits right in the centre. It's a 1970s block with smart rooms, a panoramic restaurant, a bar that serves alcohol and, should you feel the need, a disco. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The calling card says the hotel has been entirely renewed, but judging by the state of the rooms that might have been a while back. The 1930s building is well placed, the reception friendly and the rooms OK, with shower and TV. Full Lonely Planet Review ›