Dar-Dawya Villa on Hill, not overlooked

Dar-Dawya Villa on Hill, not overlooked Overview

Look, I’ve stayed at a lot of places in Marrakech, and Dar-Dawya Villa genuinely surprised me. It’s tucked away on Route de Casablanca – not exactly where you’d expect to find a gem like this – but that’s actually part of what makes it special. The moment you walk in, you realize someone put real thought into this place. The villa sits up on a hill (hence the name), and honestly, the “not overlooked” part isn’t just marketing speak. You actually get privacy here, which is rarer than you’d think in a city where rooftops are practically communal space.

What really got me was how they’ve managed to blend traditional Moroccan architecture with stuff that actually works for modern travelers. The rooms have that authentic riad feel – you know, the carved plaster, the rich textiles, the whole nine yards – but the Wi-Fi doesn’t cut out every five minutes, and the air conditioning actually cools the room. Small victories, but they matter when you’re trying to escape Marrakech’s summer heat. The staff here seem to genuinely care about what they’re doing, too. I mean, the owner clearly briefed them on how to help guests navigate the city without being pushy about it. They’ll point you toward the good mint tea spots that locals frequent, not just the tourist traps near Jemaa el-Fnaa.

The location is sort of perfect if you think about it – you’re close enough to the medina that a petit taxi ride costs practically nothing, but far enough out that you can actually sleep at night without hearing scooters and late-night street vendors. During the day, you can walk to some decent cafés and the occasional hammam that hasn’t been completely overrun by tour groups. The villa itself has this lovely terrace where you can have breakfast while looking out over the city, and in the evenings, it’s honestly one of the better spots I’ve found to just sit with a book and decompress. The whole place has maybe eight or ten rooms, so it never feels crowded or impersonal. You know what I appreciated most? The little details – proper hangers in the closets, a mirror with good lighting, shower pressure that doesn’t make you want to cry. These sound trivial until you’ve stayed in places where none of it works properly. If you’re looking for something that feels authentically Moroccan without the usual headaches, this place delivers on that promise.

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Reviews of Dar-Dawya Villa on Hill, not overlooked

• Very beautiful and spacious villa, pool is kept top notch and the views are amazing. Recommended !! – Hatim from Morocco – 13 April 2025 (10/10)

  Super helpful and friendly host

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