The house of ruins

3.0 star property
Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor dining
6 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Dining
Outdoor pool
Property grounds

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Site archéologique de Carthage, Tunis
  • Place, Salammbo Oceanographic Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carthage Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Louis Cathedral
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tunis (TUN-Tunis - Carthage Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carthage

This bed & breakfast places you next to Salammbo Tophet and within a 10-minute walk of Salammbo Oceanographic Museum. The 3-star guestroom includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Salammbo Tophet - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Salammbo Oceanographic Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Byrsa Hill - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Carthage Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Louis Cathedral - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carthage Salammbô Station - 6 min walk
  • Carthage Dermech Station - 14 min walk
  • Tunis - Carthage Intl. Airport (TUN) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪صحن تونسي عند بسام - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Scipion Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Salon de Thé Le Privilege - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant l'OASIS - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tchevap - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The house of ruins

Beachfront, with outdoor pool
At this bed & breakfast, guests have access to an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and a garden. This beach bed & breakfast also has barbecue grills.
Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and 6 bathrooms. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Music library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Printer
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 70
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 23456769901HL

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 70.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this bed & breakfast?

Located steps from Salammbo Tophet, this bed & breakfast is in Carthage, and within a 10-minute walk of Salammbo Oceanographic Museum and Punic Port of Carthage. You'll also find Punic Ports Museum and Palaeo-Christian Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The house of ruins?

No, there isn't parking at this bed & breakfast.

Is this bed & breakfast adjacent to a casino?

No, this bed & breakfast is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this bed & breakfast?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The house of ruins a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront bed u0026 breakfast offers many amenities for couples such as a fireplace, fireplaces in some guestrooms, as well as an outdoor pool.

Does The house of ruins have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does this bed & breakfast offer breakfast?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this bed & breakfast allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this bed & breakfast.

Are there connecting rooms at The house of ruins?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this bed & breakfast?

The closest major airport to this bed & breakfast is Tunis - Carthage Intl. Airport (TUN), which is 9 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The house of ruins?

Yes, every guestroom at The house of ruins comes with a balcony.

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