Tucked away in the Marrakech medina, the Riad de la Epoque is an upscale, seven-room riad located in a historic nobleman's house. The renovated interiors are decorated with Moroccan antiques, hand-carved wooden doors and sculpted molding. Rooms are inspired by famous women in history and are lovely and atmospheric, with antique furniture and plenty of dramatic arches. However, they lack TVs and may feel small to some guests. The on-site restaurant serves traditional Moroccan cuisine and breakfast is included in some room rates. There's also a courtyard with a wading pool and a rooftop terrace furnished with lounge chairs for sunbathing. Travelers could also consider Riad Adika, which has similar amenities and antique decor, and often slightly less expensive rates.
Tucked away in the Marrakech medina, the Riad de la Epoque is an upscale, seven-room riad located in a historic nobleman's house. The renovated interiors are decorated with Moroccan antiques, hand-carved wooden doors and sculpted molding. Rooms are inspired by famous women in history and are lovely and atmospheric, with antique furniture and plenty of dramatic arches. However, they lack TVs and may feel small to some guests. The on-site restaurant serves traditional Moroccan cuisine and breakfast is included in some room rates. There's also a courtyard with a wading pool and a rooftop terrace furnished with lounge chairs for sunbathing. Travelers could also consider Riad Adika, which has similar amenities and antique decor, and often slightly less expensive rates.
Set within the walls of Marakech's bustling Medina, Riad Idra is an intimate seven-room, luxury boutique hotel with a rooftop terrace, a small spa, and a romantic fine-dining restaurant. Guests enjoy the personal service, the tailored Moroccan decor, and the tranquil interior courtyard, which provides a soothing place to linger after a day of navigating the souks. The rooms are individually decorated in traditional Moroccan style, featuring tall ceilings, local art, and plush amenities, but they lack terraces. The special decor and central Medina location help make this one of the city's top riads, but it is missing key amenities such as a pool and fitness room. For those, consider the also intimate Riad Noir d'Ivoire -- but note that it is farther from Jemaa El-Fna square.
Set within the walls of Marakech's bustling Medina, Riad Idra is an intimate seven-room, luxury boutique hotel with a rooftop terrace, a small spa, and a romantic fine-dining restaurant. Guests enjoy the personal service, the tailored Moroccan decor, and the tranquil interior courtyard, which provides a soothing place to linger after a day of navigating the souks. The rooms are individually decorated in traditional Moroccan style, featuring tall ceilings, local art, and plush amenities, but they lack terraces. The special decor and central Medina location help make this one of the city's top riads, but it is missing key amenities such as a pool and fitness room. For those, consider the also intimate Riad Noir d'Ivoire -- but note that it is farther from Jemaa El-Fna square.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Riad Jonan is an 11-room option located at the far southern end of the Medina. It's almost a 20-minute walk to Jemaa el-Fna, but there are lots of cafes and sights all around. Decor ranges from natural to colorful throughout the property, and the simple -- but attractive -- rooms are arranged around a tranquil courtyard. The sunny rooftop terrace is a highlight, with shaded loungers and Medina views, and there’s a restaurant, plunge pool, and charming patio. A Moroccan buffet breakfast is included and the restaurant offers local tagines and traditional fare for lunch and dinner (though reservations are required). Wi-Fi is free. Prices are fair for the Medina, but guests with bigger budgets wanting rooms that feature private terraces might try nearby La Sultana instead.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Riad Jonan is an 11-room option located at the far southern end of the Medina. It's almost a 20-minute walk to Jemaa el-Fna, but there are lots of cafes and sights all around. Decor ranges from natural to colorful throughout the property, and the simple -- but attractive -- rooms are arranged around a tranquil courtyard. The sunny rooftop terrace is a highlight, with shaded loungers and Medina views, and there’s a restaurant, plunge pool, and charming patio. A Moroccan buffet breakfast is included and the restaurant offers local tagines and traditional fare for lunch and dinner (though reservations are required). Wi-Fi is free. Prices are fair for the Medina, but guests with bigger budgets wanting rooms that feature private terraces might try nearby La Sultana instead.
The four-pearl Riad 58 Blu is a traditionally styled guesthouse located in the heart of the medina. It's a smaller riad, with only five guest rooms and no bar or formal dining room, but it has a pleasant rooftop terrace with loungers and cafe tables for meals and taking in views. Highlights include a free Moroccan breakfast and a welcoming central courtyard with a tiny plunge pool that's more ornamental than some, but still creates the classic atmosphere travelers are looking for in a place like this. Guest rooms are upscale and individually decorated with distinctive Moroccan touches, and all feature shared balconies, spacious living rooms, and free Wi-Fi. The similar Riad Houdou adds a dining room and a spa, along with a larger rooftop terrace.
The four-pearl Riad 58 Blu is a traditionally styled guesthouse located in the heart of the medina. It's a smaller riad, with only five guest rooms and no bar or formal dining room, but it has a pleasant rooftop terrace with loungers and cafe tables for meals and taking in views. Highlights include a free Moroccan breakfast and a welcoming central courtyard with a tiny plunge pool that's more ornamental than some, but still creates the classic atmosphere travelers are looking for in a place like this. Guest rooms are upscale and individually decorated with distinctive Moroccan touches, and all feature shared balconies, spacious living rooms, and free Wi-Fi. The similar Riad Houdou adds a dining room and a spa, along with a larger rooftop terrace.
The four-pearl Hotel Les Idrissides combines the influences of traditional Moroccan architecture and the comforts of a modern upscale resort with an all-inclusive option. Its 310 rooms are homey and spacious, with carved wooden furniture and couches for lounging and a balcony or patio. In-room perks include minibars, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and safes. On-site amenities include clay tennis courts, three buffet restaurants, a pool, and a spa plus a kids' club and optional babysitting. However, the food gets mixed reviews, and Wi-Fi is only available in common areas. Travelers willing to spend a little more should consider the Pullman Marrakech Palmeraie Resort and Spa, which has similar amenities and better guest reviews.
The four-pearl Hotel Les Idrissides combines the influences of traditional Moroccan architecture and the comforts of a modern upscale resort with an all-inclusive option. Its 310 rooms are homey and spacious, with carved wooden furniture and couches for lounging and a balcony or patio. In-room perks include minibars, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and safes. On-site amenities include clay tennis courts, three buffet restaurants, a pool, and a spa plus a kids' club and optional babysitting. However, the food gets mixed reviews, and Wi-Fi is only available in common areas. Travelers willing to spend a little more should consider the Pullman Marrakech Palmeraie Resort and Spa, which has similar amenities and better guest reviews.
The 241-room Hotel Les Jardins de l’Agdal is an upscale resort located a 10-minute drive from the Medina. It is aesthetically gorgeous, with beautiful palatial architecture full of traditional Moroccan elements, lovely grounds dotted with palm trees, and a large rectangular pool. Unfortunately, there is quite some room for improvement, especially in rooms, where maintenance issues are a common complaint. All-inclusive rates are available and food is just average, but the spa has a striking design and a relaxing atmosphere, and the kids are well catered for with a playground, daily activities, and a kiddy pool. Most will prefer neighboring SENTIDO Kenzi Menara, which is more luxurious but pricier.
The 241-room Hotel Les Jardins de l’Agdal is an upscale resort located a 10-minute drive from the Medina. It is aesthetically gorgeous, with beautiful palatial architecture full of traditional Moroccan elements, lovely grounds dotted with palm trees, and a large rectangular pool. Unfortunately, there is quite some room for improvement, especially in rooms, where maintenance issues are a common complaint. All-inclusive rates are available and food is just average, but the spa has a striking design and a relaxing atmosphere, and the kids are well catered for with a playground, daily activities, and a kiddy pool. Most will prefer neighboring SENTIDO Kenzi Menara, which is more luxurious but pricier.
A few centuries ago, this riad was a typical middle class family residence, and the three-pearl Riad Slawi has retained its traditional style. Several floors wrap around an open courtyard, there's a rooftop terrace, and bright textiles, woodwork, and Moroccan tile throughout. Its four guest rooms follow suit, though they lack 21st-century creature comforts like flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. The hotel is located slightly out of the fray, but also a bit farther from top sights. As with any property in the crowded medina, noise can be an issue and access challenging, with no cars allowed in the historic quarter. For a more modern taste of Marrakech, aim for the Hotel Le Caspian in the upscale Guéliz district, just west of the old city.
A few centuries ago, this riad was a typical middle class family residence, and the three-pearl Riad Slawi has retained its traditional style. Several floors wrap around an open courtyard, there's a rooftop terrace, and bright textiles, woodwork, and Moroccan tile throughout. Its four guest rooms follow suit, though they lack 21st-century creature comforts like flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. The hotel is located slightly out of the fray, but also a bit farther from top sights. As with any property in the crowded medina, noise can be an issue and access challenging, with no cars allowed in the historic quarter. For a more modern taste of Marrakech, aim for the Hotel Le Caspian in the upscale Guéliz district, just west of the old city.
Riad Andalla is a mid-range riad-style guesthouse featuring beautiful traditionally styled interiors. It's in a prime location -- smack in the center of the medina -- with Djemaa el Fna square and the main souks within a two-minute walk. The hotel's lovely rooftop terrace even overlooks this bustling square, and the night view is spectacular. The eight air-conditioned rooms, including two suites, are tastefully decorated, though a bit on the small side. There's no on-site hammam or plunge pool, but Riad Andalla, with its fireplace lounge and ornate courtyard, offers a cozy, traditional-style accommodation at exceptionally low rates.
Riad Andalla is a mid-range riad-style guesthouse featuring beautiful traditionally styled interiors. It's in a prime location -- smack in the center of the medina -- with Djemaa el Fna square and the main souks within a two-minute walk. The hotel's lovely rooftop terrace even overlooks this bustling square, and the night view is spectacular. The eight air-conditioned rooms, including two suites, are tastefully decorated, though a bit on the small side. There's no on-site hammam or plunge pool, but Riad Andalla, with its fireplace lounge and ornate courtyard, offers a cozy, traditional-style accommodation at exceptionally low rates.
The three-pearl Riad Les Jardins Mandaline is a boutique, traditional property with eight rooms centered around a charming internal courtyard. As for many area riads, its alleyway location in Marrakech's Medina can be challenging, and further drawbacks include a lack of in-room TVs, fridges, and safes, as well as elevators. Still, Moroccan charm here is authentic, and rich decor is colorful. The courtyard's plunge pool is attractive, and free breakfasts are served by here or on a a rooftop terrace. Dining and spa facilities are additional offerings, and the 24-hour staff are notably welcoming, plus they can arrange excursions. For a property with a few more amenities, consider Les Borjs de la Kasbah, though rates will be higher.
The three-pearl Riad Les Jardins Mandaline is a boutique, traditional property with eight rooms centered around a charming internal courtyard. As for many area riads, its alleyway location in Marrakech's Medina can be challenging, and further drawbacks include a lack of in-room TVs, fridges, and safes, as well as elevators. Still, Moroccan charm here is authentic, and rich decor is colorful. The courtyard's plunge pool is attractive, and free breakfasts are served by here or on a a rooftop terrace. Dining and spa facilities are additional offerings, and the 24-hour staff are notably welcoming, plus they can arrange excursions. For a property with a few more amenities, consider Les Borjs de la Kasbah, though rates will be higher.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Riad Assakina is a six-room boutique hotel in the Medina, just a five-minute drive from Jemaa el-Fna square and the souks. Decor is muted throughout, from the lobby to the rooms, which are arranged around a peaceful courtyard and feature flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. The rooftop terrace is a highlight, with shaded loungers, Medina views and a small plunge pool for cooling off. A hot and cold Moroccan breakfast is served on the terrace each morning and the restaurant offers local dishes and international cuisine for lunch and dinner (reservations needed). You can also score artisanal goods in the hotel's boutique. Prices are reasonable for the Medina, but travelers with similar budgets wanting to be closer to Jemaa el-Fna might try Riad Princesse du Desert instead.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Riad Assakina is a six-room boutique hotel in the Medina, just a five-minute drive from Jemaa el-Fna square and the souks. Decor is muted throughout, from the lobby to the rooms, which are arranged around a peaceful courtyard and feature flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. The rooftop terrace is a highlight, with shaded loungers, Medina views and a small plunge pool for cooling off. A hot and cold Moroccan breakfast is served on the terrace each morning and the restaurant offers local dishes and international cuisine for lunch and dinner (reservations needed). You can also score artisanal goods in the hotel's boutique. Prices are reasonable for the Medina, but travelers with similar budgets wanting to be closer to Jemaa el-Fna might try Riad Princesse du Desert instead.