Charming riad in the medina of Marrakech with 4 nice rooms

Charming riad in the medina of Marrakech with 4 nice rooms Overview

You know what really gets me about this riad? It’s tucked away on Rue Hart Essoura in a way that makes you feel like you’ve stumbled onto something locals want to keep secret. I mean, you’re still deep in the medina – you’ll hear the call to prayer from nearby mosques and catch whiffs of tagines cooking from neighboring houses – but somehow it feels removed from all the tourist chaos around Jemaa el-Fnaa. The narrow alley leading to the entrance is barely wide enough for a donkey cart, which honestly made me worry about finding it the first time (pro tip: screenshot the exact location because GPS gets wonky in these old streets).

The moment you step through that heavy wooden door though, everything changes. There’s this incredible contrast between the bustling medina outside and the serene courtyard inside – I actually stood there for a minute just listening to the fountain and trying to process how quiet it suddenly was. The riad only has four rooms, which means you’re not dealing with crowds at breakfast or fighting for space around the rooftop terrace. Each room has its own personality too; mine had these gorgeous hand-painted tiles and a bathroom that felt like a little hammam. The beds are proper comfortable (not always a given in traditional riads), and the air conditioning actually works – something you’ll definitely appreciate during those sweltering Marrakech summers.

What really sold me on this place was how the staff treated it like their own home. The owner, who speaks perfect English and French, gave me the kind of local recommendations you can’t find in guidebooks – like which stall in the souk actually has the best olives, or when to visit the Saadian Tombs to avoid the tour groups. The rooftop breakfast is honestly magical, especially if you’re an early riser; you get these incredible views of the Atlas Mountains in the distance while sipping mint tea that’s actually made properly (not the touristy stuff). They’ll also arrange airport transfers, which saves you from the haggling marathon that usually happens with taxi drivers who spot foreign luggage. The only minor thing I’d mention is that the WiFi can be spotty in some rooms – it’s Morocco, after all – but honestly, isn’t that kind of the point of staying in a place like this? You’re here to experience the medina, not scroll through Instagram. The location puts you within walking distance of all the major sites, but more importantly, you’re living in an authentic piece of Marrakech rather than just visiting it.

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Reviews of Charming riad in the medina of Marrakech with 4 nice rooms

• Superb – Evelyne from France – 23 April 2025 (9/10)

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