Accommodation & Venue
Welcome to the beautiful Souss-Massa region. Below you will find detailed information about our main venue at Ibn Zohr University, our special partner hotels offering discounted conference packages, and gorgeous tourist spots to visit.
Sights & Places to Visit
La Médina d'Agadir d'Inezgane (Coco Polizzi Cultural Jewel)
A spectacular architectural masterpiece covering 4.5 hectares rebuilt from 1992 by Italian-Moroccan architect Coco Polizzi. Handcrafted by master Souss-Massa stonemasons, carpenters, and plasterers using traditional basalt stone, ancient timber, and eucalyptus pillars, this open-air cultural museum is populated by authentic artisan shops, pottery workshops, bakeries, and beautiful Andalusian Zellij patios.
Agadir Crescent Beach Marina & Ancient Oufella Fortress
A towering historical fortress built in 1540 by the Saadian Dynasty to guard the Souss-Massa coastline. Sitting majestically at 236 meters above sea level, it has been meticulously restored with safe archaeological walking paths. Visitors can take the sleek new panoramic cable car (téléphérique) directly from the city's modern beach marina to enjoy breathtaking 360° views of Agadir Bay and Atlantic sunsets.
Taghazout & Souss-Massa Fishing Coastline
Morocco's legendary seaside surfing capital, situated 19 km north of Agadir. Flanked by pristine coastal cliffs, argan tree groves, and modern eco-resorts, this global surfing hotspot is famous for its world-class point breaks like Anchor Point and Killer Point. Taghazout features a beautiful beach promenade, blue-washed bohemian streets, busy fishing ports, seaside smoothie cafes, and active yoga centers.
Souk El Had Agadir (Vibrant Historic Souk)
Morocco's largest traditional urban marketplace, covering over 9 hectares behind monumental red-brick gates and ramparts with over 6,000 active merchant stands. This vibrant shopping hub is famous for premium hand-pressed Souss argan cosmetics, mountains of aromatic hand-ground spices, colorful pottery, hand-woven Amazigh carpets, leather babouches, silver jewelry, and direct interactions with local master craftsmen.
Paradise Valley Souss-Massa (Majestic Atlas Pools)
A breathtaking oasis carved through the High Atlas foothills by the crystal-clear waters of the Tamraght River. Framed by steep clay cliffs and towering palm groves, it is renowned for its series of natural turquoise water pools, smooth limestone waterslides, and honey-making Atlas villages. It is a peaceful paradise highly recommended for scenic mountain hiking, swimming, and nature photography.
hot-air balloon over souss valley scenery
Discover Agadir in a unique and magical way up on a hot air balloon! Treat yourself to an exceptional air adventure at sunrise, where the landscapes of the region are revealed from a new angle. Moments of serenity and total disconnection with a feeling of floating above the world.
Recommended Delegate Hotels
The organizational board has collected a list of Agadir's suitable hotels. Prices are only for refrence
Mia Hotels Agadir (Ibis Budget)
📍 Route Nationale 1, Quartier Universitaire, Ait Melloul, Agadir 80000
Unbeatable proximity. Easily the most economical and practical option for delegates, situated literally a 2-minute foot walk away from the Faculty of Applied Sciences (FSA) campus grounds.
Hotel Aferni Agadir
📍 Avenue General Kettani, Swiss City, Agadir 80000
Tranquil business comfort in Agadir's peaceful Swiss City quarter. Flexible booking options including Half-Board (Single 500 MAD / Double 700 MAD with breakfast and dinner) or B&B (Single 400 MAD / Double 500 MAD without dinner).
Hotel Argana Agadir
📍 Boulevard Mohamed V, B.P. 93, Agadir 80000
Exceptional 4-star oceanfront hotel offering premium comfort. Your stay includes complimentary daily breakfast and dinner (half-board package), which is perfect for winding down after conference sessions.
FOSE Agadir (Foundation of Social Works for Education)
📍 Avenue Hassan II, Secteur Touristique, Agadir 80000
Exclusively reserved for FM6Education members. Located in Agadir's tourist perimeter, offering spacious, high-quality modern residential suites at highly subsidized civic prices.
Moroccan PhD Student Special (FOSE Residence)
📍 Foundation of Social Works for Education (FOSE), Avenue Hassan II, Agadir
A highly subsidized rate of 60 MAD per night for Moroccan PhD students. Booking requires prior registration. Reservation instructions and booking procedures will be emailed directly to delegates after successful registration.
Royal Atlas & Spa Hotel
📍 Boulevard du 20 Août, Secteur Touristique, Agadir 80000
An elegant, premium 5-star ocean-facing luxury resort offering modern premium rooms, three dynamic swimming pools, a private sandy beach enclave, and high-fidelity Hammams. Highly recommended for delegates wanting a beachside stay.
The Venue Hub
Faculty of Applied Sciences (FSA) — Ait Melloul Campus
Founded by the prestigious Ibn Zohr University (UIZ), the Faculty of Applied Sciences in Ait Melloul serves as Souss-Massa's leading research incubator for ecological and clean energy transitions. Featuring solar-energy testing modules and massive climate-controlled lecture amphitheaters, the campus stands as the premier showcase institute for regional development.
Travel & Ingress Guide
Al Massira Airport (AGA): Located 16 km away. Airport grand taxis run flat municipal pricing of ~200 MAD directly to hotel beach districts or Ait Melloul.
Free Trans-City Shuttles: Shared conference buses operate twice daily (8:00 AM departure / 6:30 PM return) between tourist beach zones and registration buildings.
Secure Car Parking: A huge, free secured private vehicle parking yard is open in front of the FSA registration tower for all registered participants.
Geo-Location & Live Navigation
Located precisely at the Faculté des Sciences Appliquées Ait Melloul, connecting Agadir's tourist hub with state-of-the-art academic venues.