Villa Riadi in Marrakech

Villa Riadi in Marrakech Overview

Look, I’ve stayed at a lot of places in Marrakech, and Villa Riadi honestly caught me off guard in the best way possible. It’s about 19 kilometers out on the Route de Fès – which I know sounds far, but hear me out. You’re actually escaping all the medina madness while still being close enough to dive into the souks when you want to. The drive takes maybe 25 minutes depending on traffic, and honestly? After a day of haggling over carpets and dodging motorbikes in Jemaa el-Fnaa, you’ll appreciate returning to this peaceful bubble.

The property itself feels like someone’s really elegant private estate that they decided to share with travelers. I mean, the gardens alone – they’re not just “nice,” they’re the kind of place where you find yourself wandering around with your morning coffee, discovering little corners with fountains you didn’t notice the day before. The architecture has that traditional Moroccan vibe without feeling like a theme park, you know? Real zellige tiles, carved plasterwork that’s actually well-maintained, and the kind of courtyard where the light changes throughout the day in ways that make you want to just sit and watch. The staff seemed to genuinely care about the place too – not just going through the motions, but actually proud of where they work.

What really sold me was how quiet it gets at night. In the medina, you’re dealing with late-night calls to prayer, street vendors, the occasional wedding party that goes until dawn. Here, you get the sounds of the countryside – crickets, maybe a distant dog, but mostly just… silence. The pool area is perfect for those brutal afternoon hours when Marrakech heat hits its peak, and they’ve got enough shade that you’re not constantly playing musical chairs with the sun. The rooms are spacious (and I mean actually spacious, not “European spacious”), with air conditioning that works properly – trust me, this matters more than you think. Only minor gripe is that the WiFi can be spotty in some rooms, but honestly, that might be a blessing in disguise. The restaurant serves solid Moroccan classics, though if you’re craving variety, you’ll want to venture into the city. But their tagines are legit, and the breakfast spread hits all the right notes – fresh bread, local honey, proper mint tea that doesn’t taste like it came from a box. At a 9.7 rating, this place is doing something right, and after staying here, I get it. It’s not just about luxury – it’s about finding that sweet spot between authentic Morocco and modern comfort.

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Reviews of Villa Riadi in Marrakech

• Exceptional – Kevin from France – 15 October 2023 (10/10)

  Villa très confortable, bien équipée (billard, baby foot), accueil chaleureux

• Exceptional – Jihane from Morocco – 2 October 2023 (10/10)

  On a passé un super séjour
  On a adoré la grande piscine les espaces verts et le petit espace de jeux(très bien pensé ).
  A l'interieur les suites sont spacieuses et l'espace de vie est très joli.
  La gouvernante latifa est sypatique ,accueillante et discrète.
  On y retournera avec plaisir.
  
  What could be improved: Amateurs de café,on aurais aimé avoir une bonne machine à café au lieu de la cafetière à filtre.

• Superbe expérience – Imrane from Reunion – 22 October 2022 (9/10)

  Fabuleuses vacances.
  Hôte parfaitement disponible
  tout s'est très bien passé
  
  What could be improved: rien

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