Riad Assala
8, Derb Ouaihah Sidi Abdel Azziz Medina, Medina, 40000 Marrakesh, Morocco
This 17th-century riad is established in Marrakesh’s Medina at the heart of the souks, a 5-minute walk from Jamaâ El Fna Square. It offers air-conditioned guest accommodations with a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi access. Set next to one of the Royal Palaces, this Riad has an indoor swimming swimming pool, hammam and a sunbathing terrace. Guests can moreover benefit from massage therapy. This Riad moreover has two shaded courtyards and it is furnished with period furniture and cedar wood doors. An airport shuttle is available and car rental can be organized by the Riad Assala.
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158 $ / night** Approximate prices for a 1-night stay
Guest reviews for Riad Assala
"This was a lovely property and the owners made us very welcome. The roof terrace was lovely. Fatima provided a lovely evening meal for us."
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"We’re a family from New York City, and I traveled with my husband and our 2-year-old. Riad Assala is perfectly located in the heart of the Medina, making it so easy to explore, experience the local culture, and try incredible food. Despite being right in the middle of the action, the riad itself is peaceful and quiet — a calm escape from the busy streets outside. The staff were truly wonderful. Lala Fatna, Mustapha, Ahmed, and especially Fatima made us feel so cared for. Fatima even accompanied us and walked us to our taxi when we left. Their breakfast was hearty and delicious, and the rooftop is a lovely place to relax. We had a great stay and would love to return the next time we’re in Marrakech."
"Aucun."
"Beautiful riad in the heart in a perfect location to explore the medina and large souk. Excellent breakfast. Very attentive staff. Great terraces to retreat and rest. Swimming pool loved by my children."
"The sound of voices travels throughout the riad so needed to be extra quiet to have some privacy."
"We highly recommend dinner at the Riad the first night. Breakfast each morning was wondering. Staff were very helpful. The Riad is a great location for the local Souks."
"Aucun."
"Fantastic interior, quiet location but yet centrally located. Very friendly and helpful staff. Exceptional breakfast"
"Aucun."
"The staff were very attentive and always in a good mood. Breakfast included bread, crêpes, yogurt, egg, and tea/coffee and there was plenty to fill you past lunch. The location was great. To access the riad you have to go through an alley, but that's not a worry as it felt safe the whole time (it's better lit at night than during the day and at night the hotels in the have "security guard/doorman to take you to your hotel). Also, since it was secluded, it was quite quiet. Finally being able to sit on the terraces /rooftops and look out on the city was splendid."
"There were two minor annoyances. 1. The bathroom smelled a bit like mildew. 2. Noise: The door to the rooms are wood, and if youre near the entrance or the breakfast tables, there is little soundproofing. Also If youre in the standard doubleroom (and about half the rooms on the riad), you will hear a fairly loud bell frequently as every time someone enters, they must ring the bell."
"ahmed was the kindest person we have met in morocco. such a good hospitality and welcoming atmosphere. the riad is very clean and well groomed till the smallest detail. very happy with our stay there."
"Aucun."
"Very characterful and authentic. Clean and comfortable room. Quiet location. Two roof terraces and small swimming pool. Reasonable breakfast. Pleasant owner"
"Nothing really."
"We liked everything in the riad. Friendly staff, good food, quiet location in the middle of the Medina."
"Nothing"
"Very friendly staff. Nice breakfast. In heart of the Medina."
"We booked a taxi from the airport through Booking.com. The driver dropped us off right outside the Medina and wished us luck getting to the Riad. After walking about 10 minutes we couldn’t find the entrance to the Riad. It is very hard to find using Google Maps and we had to pay someone on the street to show us how to get there. Maybe it’s better if you book a transfer directly with the riad but just be aware it’s hard to find."
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