Skikda beaches: Larbi Ben M'hidi, Filfila, Stora, Collo and where to stay

Skikda, ancient Rusicade, is one of eastern Algeria's big summer destinations. Its coast has a bit of everything: a long sandy beach east of the city, the resort complexes of Filfila, the small port of Stora and its corniche, and further on the bay and coves of Collo.

Larbi Ben M'hidi (formerly Jeanne d'Arc)

East of the city, the resort of Larbi Ben M'hidi, still often called Jeanne d'Arc, has a long sandy beach stretching towards Filfila, very lively in July and August. Stay at Le Titanic, facing the beach, Le Beau Rivage, with beach access, La Fontaine, or La Perle Bleue, an aparthotel with a pool a few dozen metres from the sand.

Filfila, the resort coast

Some twenty kilometres east of the centre, Filfila gathers Skikda's large resorts: the Royal Tulip Skikda and its apartments and villas, Rusica Village & Aquapark with its water park and residents-only beach, Le Paquebot with indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, Belle Vue with an indoor pool, and Meddouda El Djamil, a hotel with family bungalows (the beach is not right below them). Check the real distance to the beach before booking.

Stora

Close to town, Stora is a fishing village built around its port, with small beaches such as La Marquette along its corniche. In town, try Vénéria Russicada, a few minutes' drive from Stora, or the budget-friendly Mon Royaume in the centre.

Collo

Collo is known for its bay, coves and forests running down to the sea, with beaches such as Talèza and the Baie des Jeunes Filles. Hotels are scarce: Aria Sky Collo, with a pool, about 2 km from the centre, is the one we offer. Book early for summer.

Wilder beaches

El Marsa and Guerbès have less developed beaches: bring water, shade and food. Further east, see our guides to Annaba's beaches and El Kala.

Swimming

For the 2026 season, the authorities announced 470 beaches authorised for swimming along the Algerian coast. Swim on authorised beaches during supervised hours and respect the flags. Under the 2026 rules, an operator may use at most 30% of an authorised beach for paid services; the rest is free to access.

Booking and payment

You book your hotel online. From Algeria, you pay in dinars without a bank card: BaridiMob, bank transfer or cash at our Telemly office. Live abroad? You can also pay online by card, and your voucher is sent to you after payment.

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