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Where to stay
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Monastir travel guide

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You're Going to Love Monastir

With a population of 71,546, Monastir is the largest city in Monastir, Tunisia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Monastir has to offer.

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When to visit Monastir

Monastir in January
Estimated hotel price
€67
1 night at 3-star hotel
Monastir in January
Estimated hotel price
€67
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Monastir in August, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 50 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Monastir, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Monastir

Plane

When flying to Monastir, you’ll arrive at Monastir Habib Bourguiba (MIR), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Monastir from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 11h 15m.

Plane

When flying to Monastir, you’ll arrive at Monastir Habib Bourguiba (MIR), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Monastir from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 11h 15m.

Airports near Monastir

NBEEnfidha-Hammamet Int
MIRMonastir Habib Bourguiba
TUNTunis Carthage

Airlines serving Monastir

Lufthansa
Good (7,193 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,370 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,960 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,893 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,288 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,591 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,683 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,000 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (357 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,817 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (538 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (281 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (480 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (619 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (353 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,170 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
Good (302 reviews)
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Where to stay in Monastir

From 5-star hotels such as the Royal Thalassa Monastir to great affordable options like the Sahara Beach Aquapark Resort, Monastir offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €79 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €161 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Monastir

Most booked hotels in Monastir

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Delphin El Habib
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
€72+
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Rosa Beach Thalasso & Spa
4 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
€77+
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Houda Golf and Beach Club
3 stars
Okay (5.2, Okay reviews)
€59+
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El Mouradi Skanes
4 stars
Okay (5.2, Okay reviews)
€59+
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Hiring a car in Monastir

Expect to pay €0.76 per litre in Monastir (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €9.01 and €12.01. Compact (Fiat Tipo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Monastir, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay €0.76 per litre in Monastir (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €9.01 and €12.01. Compact (Fiat Tipo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Monastir, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

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