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Riads in Marrakech

The Cooling effect of a Riad's courtyard is no accident. Design: A water feature at the base of a Riad courtyard serves two purposes. Firstly, the obvious focal point but more importantly, the courtyards oper-air aperture channels warm air entering into the Riad which inturn passes over the water feature, cools down, thus assisting in the convection of heat to exit back through the Riad's open-air aperture. This style of natural air-conditioning has been prevelent in Morocco for millenia and is remarkably sucessful.
The Cooling effect of a Riad's courtyard is no accident. Design: A water feature at the base of a Riad courtyard serves two purposes. Firstly, the obvious focal point but more importantly, the courtyards oper-air aperture channels warm air entering into the Riad which inturn passes over the water feature, cools down, thus assisting in the convection of heat to exit back through the Riad's open-air aperture. This style of natural air-conditioning has been prevelent in Morocco for millenia and is remarkably sucessful.
The Medina is packed with Riads and Dars (old grand houses converted into hotels and inns). Riads should have gardens; with smaller Dars having open courtyards. However the term Riad is used very loosly today to describe a house with an internal open-air center. These are wonderful places to stay to get a feel for life in Marrakech. If you arrive by car, ask the hosts to help you find your way from the parking lot, especially if you never experienced orientation in a real medina before. Here are a sample of some of the riads (in alphabetical order) where you can experience Marrakech's unique style of living:
  • Riad Abaka, 21 Derb Roukni Laksour, ☎ +212 6 6697 8703 ( ), . A spacious riad with seven beautifully furnished bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms. Located in the heart of the Medina, less than two minutes walk from Jemaa El Fna. �
  • Riad Basma, Marrakech-Medina, 22 Derb Jamaa, Riad Basma (From square Jamaa el Fnaa walk up to derb Dabachi and count 3 small streets (derbs) on the right turn right and keep on until nr. 22.), ☎ +212 6 5051 7223 ( ). checkin: 12PM; checkout: 12 midday. 5 double rooms with bathroom. (31.625691,-7.984995)�
  • Riad Chennaoui, Riad Zitoune Jdid, Derb Sidi Fares N°01, ☎ +212 5 2437 6140 ( ). Simple and basic riad in the Medina. The staff are friendly and happy to discuss Moroccan life and culture over a shisha in the evening. This place can be difficult to find - you may have to pay a local to take you there (10-20 drm should do it, although they will ask for more). Dorm beds around 100 drm. �
  • Riad Cinnamon, 9 Derb El Hadjra (Will pick guests up at the airport, otherwise head for the Museum of Marrakech then, with the Kouba on your left and the medersa Ben Yousef on your right go straight ahead until you come to a sharp bend in the road to the right. Then take the first street on your left. Riad Cinnamon is nestled at the end of this street on the left.), ☎ 00 44 (0)7584 327625 ( ), . checkout: checkout. Designed and rebuilt to a very high standard by Mike and Lucie Wood with amazing attention to detail and lots of unexpected extras such as the loan of a local mobile phone and ipad loan. Perfect for romantic escapes, hen parties, groups of women wanting to experience Marrakech's shopping, hammams and food. Amazing dinners served on roof terrace with incredible views. Dipping pools on patio and roof garden terrace. Most rooms can accomodate up to 4 people in single beds. All rooms can be either twin or doubles/ triples. Room prices range from £100-160 depending on the season. But prices per person can be cheaper than a hostel as rooms can be shared by up to 5 people. Ask about special offers and last minute discounts.. �
  • Riad Dar Eliane, 39 Derb Maada,Azbezt,Medina, ☎ +212 5 2437 5710 ( ), . Four spacious double bedrooms and bathrooms with A/C. Accommodation is on two floors of a restored 300 year old riad in an older and authentic quarter of Marrakesh. Ten minute walk to Jamaa el Fna. �
  • Riad Dar Mimouna, Sidi M'Barek n°151, Sidi Mimoun, ☎ +212 4438 4078 (fax: +212 4438 4079), . A few mins walk from the Koutoubia Mosque. Breakfast is included and is served at the terrace. There is also a hammam at the terrace, free for use by guests. You need to tell them in advance when you would like to use it. This riad also sells alcohol. It is kept in the fridge behind the counter. �
  • Riad Dar Najat, Douar Graoua, Derb Lalla Chacha, No.18, ☎ +212 6 6143 9221 ( ), . riad in the heart of Marrakech 5 min walk from Jemaa el Fna. Jacuzzi on the roof terrace, wifi throughout the riad, 7 ensuite shower and A/C accommodation with great gastronomy. French owner, friendly team and atmosphere. �
  • Riad Laksiba, 16 (bis5)Derb Kadi, Kasbah, Medina, ☎ UK +44 7850 39 01 07; Morocco+212 524 38 37 04 ( ), . From £25-£30 per person depending on season. A very popular Riad with UK visitors. Five bedrooms all with bespoke hand carved beds designed to be split to make twin bedrooms. From Bab Ksiba, an entrance into the Royal Kasbah quarter of the Medina, 1st right is Derb Kadi and Riad Laksiba is the last house in this little cul-de-sac. Ten minute walk to the Jemaa el Fna main square. �
  • Riad Magellan, Derb El Hamman No.62, Mouassine, ☎ +212 6 6108 2042 ( ), . An elegant six bedroom riad which offers a restful and relaxing atmosphere, located in the heart of the Mouassine district. Traditional Moroccan meals are available as well as complementary wifi internet. Airport transfer service available on request. �
  • Riad Papillon, 15, Derb Tizougarine, Dar El Basha (near taxi rank. Go to Dar El Basha then walk towards the centre, take the 2nd road on the left Derb Tizougarine, bear right and go to the end of the cul de sac, has a bright blue door and brass hand of fatima knocker), ☎ +212 6678451893 ( ), . checkin: 3; checkout: 11. A riad with five beautiful rooms: Rose, Jasmin, Bougainvillea, Hibiscus and Geranium. located in the heart of the Dar el Basha antique district which is very safe. Cuisine is exceptional, service is warm and attentive but discrete, loan of local phone/ ipad , Iphone charger, bathrobes, complimentary breakfast and wifi internet. Very romantic and wonderful atmosphere with welcoming dipping pool and tent on rooof terrace. Brilliant reviews on trip advisor. Airport pickups available. Rooms range from £50-100 according to the season. Ask about any special offers and last minute deals.. �
  • Hotel Riad Primavera, (Just off of Allal Fassi Avenue and near the Marjane department store), ☎ +212 2433 2570, +212 2433 2572, +212 2433 2573 ( ), . The only kosher hotel in all of Morocco. The kosher certification is in the lobby and is issued by the Beth Din of Marrakech. 22 rooms with personal A/C units, TVs, bathrooms with showers, decorated in typical Moroccan style. Prices tend to rise during major Jewish holidays and festivals. �
    • A Riad Courtyard
    A Riad Courtyard
  • Riad Zara, 294 Derb Ben Salek, ☎ +212 2444 2940; mobile +212 6281 7000 ( ), . Run by the friendly and helpful owner Monique and her assistant Hassan. Features a rooftop terrace with nice views of Medina and cozy cane chairs, and a small pool in the center of the Riad. Traditional meals such as Tajines can be served any time of the day. Breakfast includes an array of jams, amlou, pancakes, and mint tea and can be served at flexible times. In the evening, candles are lit and guests gather around the pool, enjoying wine and if you're lucky Hassan might give a live music performance. (37.73 85 94,-07:58.50 64 14)�
  • Riad Zolah, 116 Derb El Hammam, Mouassine, ☎ +212 2438 7535 ( ), . Chic while cozy and informal riad run by Ismail and his team. The house cook, Fadila, makes fabulous fresh baked breads at breakfast. Gorgeous roof terrace and two candle-lit/petal-strewn courtyard patios (one with plunge pool). �

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