Derb Touareg No 67, K'Sibt N'Hass Kasbah, Marrakech, Morocco | (586) 210-9239
Central location within walking distance to most major sights
Rich historical ambiance both in and around hotel
Small but pretty courtyard with plunge pool
Rooftop terrace has views of old city and next door El Badi Palace
Full-service restaurant that serves meals alfresco
Excellent breakfast always included in rates
Currency exchange and travel desk
Dry cleaning and laundry (for additional charge)
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Central medina location can be noisy and difficult to find
Extremely limited public transportation
Guest rooms lack coffeemakers or kettles
No fitness room
The romance of the medina is in full display at this former 19th-century riad turned three-and-a-half-pearl hotel. Preserved in its original structure and configuration, it holds only eight individually decorated rooms, all with elegant, traditional Moroccan style. There's a rich resume of on-site features, including a pool, rooftop bar, and restaurant, offering plenty of reasons to budget in some linger time. Perks include a free hot breakfast, which earns high marks from guests, and free Wi-Fi throughout. The hotel's location in the heart of old Marrakesh puts most major sights within about a 20-minute walk, although scarce public transportation makes reaching attractions farther afield a bit of a challenge. For a more modern taste of Marrakech, with more bus service, check out Hotel Le Caspian in the upscale Guéliz district, just west of the old city.
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Scene
Traditional riad with rich decor and an intimate atmosphere
The rich design of old Marrakech is on full display in this 19th-century riad, maintained by the hotel with as much authenticity as possible. Expect vibrant color, detailed plaster work, cedar wood carvings, and other traditional motifs illuminated further by a sun-drenched central shaft around which the rooms are centered. The jewel box-like lobby at the base leads into a small, lovely courtyard garden, with arches, palms, banana trees, carved stone, and a small and inviting plunge pool in the center. Add in the ground floor restaurant (with romantic fireplace) and rooftop bar, and there’s much to keep the family and couples who check in here occupied and pampered.
Location
In the medina, within walking distance to sights and cafes
Few places bring Africa’s ancient history to life more than the labyrinthine red-walled medina of Marrakech, and the Maison Arabo-Andalouse hotel lies right in the heart of it. In fact, the 16th-century El Badi Palace is virtually right outside the door and an excellent place to begin exploring the many treasures of the old city, most of them reachable on foot. It also means a good pair of walking shoes makes the most effective transportation, as public transportation within the center scarce and unreliable, at least outside the green horse-drawn calèches. Otherwise, make use of the beige grand and petit taxis, which are also the most convenient way to get into the city from Menara Airport and to Marrakech train station, both about a 15-minute drive from Maison Arabo-Andalouse. - Six-mintue walk to El Badi Palace
Rooms
Historical charm with colorful decor, mixed with modern details and amenities
As the only riad in the kasbah with its original structure intact, the eight suites each remain individual in layout and size, with ornate (but not overly so) decor. The colorful spaces have stucco and plaster work, encaustic tiles, painted wood, and vaulted brick ceilings binding them together. Beds range from twin to king-size, some with canopies, and all rooms feature seating areas and desks, air-conditioning, safety deposit boxes, free Wi-Fi, and some add mini-fridges and private terraces, but all lack kettles and coffeemakers. Bathrooms have a similar look, and they contain showers, bathrobes, hairdryers, and toiletries, while upgraded bathrooms come with bidets, double sinks, and separate toilets. Rollaway beds are available on request.
Features
Rooftop terrace and plunge pool, plus a full-service restaurant and free breakfast
This charming property offers a solid lineup of features. At the literal top is the rooftop terrace, where you can enjoy close-up views of El Badi Palace over the free hot breakfast, which receives high marks from guests, or lunch or tea. Meals from the full-service restaurant downstairs are also served in the lounge, or by the plunge pool in the courtyard garden. There's no fitness room or spa on-site, but other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, currency exchange, phone and fax, postal service, and a travel desk. Guests can also take advantage of the housekeeping and laundry facilities. There is no parking on-site, but it’s available nearby. Airport transfers can be arranged for additional charge. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
