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The Riad Esprit of Morocco is one of the architectural jewels that are increasingly rare to find today in Morocco.
Dating back to the 18th century, it has 3 patios, in the heart of the old Medina, in an old neighborhood of noble families, the neighborhood Zaouit Lhardar, where is the Ben Youssef Madrasa, the Museum of Marrakech, the school Koranic, Dar El Bacha ... It has 11 rooms, 4 standard and 7 superior.
Only 10 minutes from Jemaa el Fna square on foot, you can easily access the main tourist attractions.
Its manager has managed to make it a true palace of charm, proposing spacious and refined rooms, with a decoration combining conservatism and modernity, services worthy of the big names of the hotel. A professional SPA with 5 massage rooms, a Hammam, a fitness room ...
The Riad offers for its guests, and guests outside the Riad, a traditional high-end restaurant at a very reasonable price.
The terrace, with views of the Atlas Mountains, is ideal for sunbathing, eating, evening events, or simply enjoying the spectacle of Marrakech at sunset. The fame of the ocher city will then take on its full meaning.
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Property surroundings
Medersa Ben Youssef
Marrakech Museum
The Orientalist Museum of Marrakech
Le Jardin Secret
Mouassine Museum
Boucharouite Museum
Souk of the Medina
Djemaa El Fna
Koutoubia Mosque
Museum Dar Si Said
Medina (Market)
Carrefour (Supermarket)
Barrage (Lake)
Marrakech-Menara Airport
Cyber Park Moulay Abdessalam
Bahia Palace
Majorelle Gardens
El Badi Palace
Yves Saint Laurent Museum
Saadian Tombs
Place du 16 Novembre
Menara Mall
Marrakesh Train Station
Menara Gardens
Customers comments
It’s a charming Riad...
5,8 /10
Beautiful riad, great view from the rooftop terrace, lovely staff, nice and quiet inside, very chilled out. Stunning colours in the courtyards. We had dinner in the restaurant, the service was great and the food was quite good - bit on the pricier side as it's charged in euros (think the owner might be European). We loved our room, really beautiful. Lovely stay!
8,8 /10
The room was clean and comfortable
5,8 /10
Breakfast is good.
We could not at all find the riad. It was really complicated and the staff did not help us even over the phone.
8,3 /10
In reply of the comments about it is hard to find, I have to say that the whole Marrakesh is a labyrinth. Everyplace is hard to find. However, this is one of the treasures that Marrakesh hides.
This place is one of the most beautiful Riad I saw in Marrakesh. The decoration is amazing and it make you feel that you are in an Arabic palace. The staff is very helpful and kind. The rooms are clean and smell to roses. Almost perfect! :)
10 /10
An absolutely beautiful Riad in the center of Marrakech. It is a feast for the eyes with beautiful details everywhere you look.
The staff were warm and friendly and couldn’t do enough to help us. Before I came I saw there were some mixed reviews on here which made us a little nervous, but I guess it comes down to individuals differing expectations because we found it so lovely and have nothing negative to say.
The access felt a little daunting on the first day as you walk through a dark passage. We got used to it and after a day never felt unsafe. If you are going out late and feel anxious about the passage, the hotel will happily organize a taxi whose drivers will walk you to and from the Riad. (Cars cannot get right up to the hotel.)
The rooftop was a beautiful and relaxing place that gives you a break from the madness and bustle of the Médina. Beach Towels are provided for sunbathing which was a nice service to have.
Our room was kept beautifully clean and we loved the decor. Air conditioning and security boxes are free.
Breakfast was included in our stay and comprised multiple types of breads and pancake, jams, yoghurt or fresh fruit compote, orange juice and very nice coffee. We chose to eat this on the roof terrace.
We ate in the hotel one night and the food was delicious with very quick service. One could order snacks as needed and the club sandwich was amazing and nice to share.
Food and drinks prices were not the cheapest but this was not an issue for us as the quality was excellent so we thought well worth it.
We didn’t use the hamman as we had so much planned and I was nervous having an injured shoulder which made me reluctant to have a massage. The facilities I saw looked lovely.
The hotel is so beautiful, peaceful and serene and we absolutely loved it!
We had a wonderful holiday and our experiences in this hotel contributed enormously to this enjoyment.
The riad, which is a typical morrocan construction with pool inside is located in the heart of the Medina. It is a little hidden, but it was worthy.
You would never guess how beautiful it is inside, because the front of the hotel is only a door. But the decoration is great, the service is great, they do their best to please you.
There is a rooftop and a nice pool to chill out.
Warning. To get there, contact the hotel, they will send a taxi that knows exactly how to get there. Other drivers will not. Be careful for people trying to offer as guides. This is a real problem there, they will try to get more money than previously dealed.
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Very beautiful Riad with outstanding staff and service. The location is good to experience some of the more authentic feel of Marrakesh, but access to everywhere is easy. We used the Riad contacts for a day trip Quad biking, again great service, good trip and very good lunch included in the cost.
Well what a lovely place to stay in Marrakesh. This is a large riad with two courtyards, a lovely rooftop where you can sunbathe and great rooms. Positives- Nice breakfast, great room with amazing bathroom, staff lovely, great location etc Negatives- One minor issue. We did…
Karen & I experienced a most amazing time here. It is stunning in its decor & architecture. The facilities are perfect. The manageress and staff are exceptional with their personal approach. Our rooms were kept clean & artistically presented daily with rose petals and fresh…
It is a beautiful Riad, well situated. The staff is friendly and efficient. Breakfast on the terras in the sun is a delight. The dining room is lovely, and the food as well. The decoration of all the rooms is absolutely stunning.
Booked this as we had never been to Marrakech before and wanted something a little different, Its slap bang in the middle of the old city, so don`t expect wine bars and high streets. The Riad was clean and very welcoming. Early morning call to prayer could be heard, but for us,…
An oasis of calm and tranquility is hidden down the alleys of Marrakesh. You can escape the hustle and bustle of the markets of the city centre into wonderfully uniquely decorated rooms and courtyards, to rest and chat with friends. The rooms are very spacious and are a treat to the eyes with their traditional Moroccan decor.
The roof terrace was peaceful, always room to go up and soak up some sun before going to explore the souks, gardens , mosques and restaurants of the city that surrounds you.
The staff are very friendly and helpful.
Its well worth an explore!
Where do we start.
Firstly, there is a tunnel to the entrance of the Riad and whilst it is strange, it adds to the whole experience. We did not once feel unsafe approaching the Riad and once you have done the route once or twice it is very easy to find.
The food in the restaurant is beautiful. The lamb tagine especially and being able to sit near the fire is great. It’s not expensive, maybe more than the streets of Morocco but you are eating in a hotel. Wine is a similar price to that of eating in a restaurant in the UK,£17 for a house red.
The rooms are great. Just what you expect from a Riad. A hidden palace.
Only gripe is that the water temperature is unpredictable. We discovered towards the end of the trip if you shower in the morning it’s lovely and hot.
The roof terrace is lovely to eat your breakfast on and the staff are so accommodating. The breakfast is very basic but it fills a hole.
The best thing about the Riad is the staff. Mohammad, Jowad and Emine, were all fabulous and couldn’t do enough for you. Their boss should be very proud of them and the amount of hard work they put in. They really make the Riad and are an asset to the place.
Would highly recommend.
If you want an authentic Riad stay within the Medina then we would recommend this hotel. Once inside it is an oasis away from the hustle and bustle of the streets, souks and the Square. This is an old building but looks really really well for its years, just don't expect everything to be shiny and modern like the 'new' hotels outside of town.
As previously mentioned the breakfasts are fine but the same every day, a little variety would be nice. There is music played all day up until 11pm but the very helpful staff will lower the levels if you ask.
Also don't bother upgrading rooms as they all seem to be of a similar good standard, some have extras but you don't spend much that time in the rooms.
We do think that it would be remiss of us not to mention the approach to the Riad. You have to enter a small quiet 'square' outside a mosque and school and then walk down a narrow passage/tunnel for about 100 yards. Whilst it did not bother us some people would find it a bit intimidating especially at first. The local children are genuinely helpful if you seem a bit uncertain of your route.
The Riad itself was nice and clean, the staff were great, we were not keen on the music pumping out past 10pm everyday. Food was good but very over priced, the towel arrangement was a little inconsistent as was the hot and cold water for the shower, all in all not too bad for marrakech 👍🏻
After going down some little roads to find the riad we were a bit worried we had made a bad decision but we were so wrong. This hotel/riad is amazing,24hour service.Brilliant staff and owner beautiful courtyards. The rooms are so unique,ours was called koutoubia which had a lovely comfy bed and opened out onto the inside/outside pool.the decor is amazing. Beautiful terrace and very clean and well maintained. Breakfast each morning was lovely and the meals were too. Right in the heart of the medina. My only complaint is my holiday finished and I had to go home.
What a fabulously beautiful property: it is a true dream riad. Exotic, mystical, stunning in detail. Really well maintained space with very charming rooms, two courtyards (one with a small pool), a grand dining area, and a lovely rooftop where you can bake in the sun. Our room was spacious and comfortable: the bathroom especially was massive. We found the staff to be very accommodating and helpful, guiding us through what is a maze of a city. The riad is a short 3-minute walk from where the taxi stops. There are plenty of amazing restaurants and shops nearby, but the point is to get lost in the medina. The riad has a spa as well but we didn't try it as we didn't have enough time. Our only advice would be to alter the breakfast from day to day to give different tastes or at least options. Other than that, we loved our stay here. It truly is a lovely oasis in the middle of the medina: a true Moroccan experience of a stay.
Just back from a great week at the Esprit du Maroc, it is an oasis of calm in the madness that is Marrakech. The Riad is in the medina about 10mins walk from the main square hidden away up a very narrow walkway so you are right in the middle of the souks, gardens, winding streets and restaurants but when you walk through the front door you enter the peace and quiet of a beautifully restored Riad. Sylvie and her team do a great job of looking after their guests and it is an ideal place to stay if you want an authentic experience of traditional Morocco rather than a big all inclusive hotel several kilometres outside town. If I ever return to Marrakech I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.
Just had a weeks stay in this beautiful traditional riad. Staff were charming, polite and helpful. Room beautifully serviced with crisp white sheets. Breakfasts again traditional flatbread,jams, cakes, fruit, coffee or tea and fresh fruit juice. Peaceful resting place with plenty of balcony or terrace areas to sit. Excellent wi-fi. Takes a day or two to find your way around the medina but this all adds to the experience. Great.
Lovely riad with great staff. It is 10 minute walk to the Médina so very convenient. Can’t recommend enough if you want to experience Marrakech.
There is a lovely roof terrace to soak up the sun and all the rooms are very cosy and clean.
Visited Marrakech for the first time with my daughter and stayed at Esprit du Maroc. One does not know what to expect while walking though the narrow lanes leading up to the Riad... till the main door is opened and you enter into a 18th century building which is beautifully open and spacious. The management have kept all the traditional features of the Riad as it was in the 18th century. The room we had was comfortable and clean and, very spacious. Upon our arrival, we were greeted warmly by Sylvie who is the owner of the Riad. The staff are absolutely superb, ever so friendly and would go out of their way to accommodate us in enjoying our stay. Their restaurant is lovely and we loved to sit and have our evening meals in front of the fireplace. The meals we had were delightful and I really recommend the beef tajine which is the best I have tasted thanks to the amazing chef, Yusuf. Breakfast served is an assortment of bread and jam with fruit salad, orange juice, tea one coffee. The Riad also offers Spa facilities which are superb! We most enjoyed the Hammam and massage - a must try if you are staying here. The Riad is situated 15 minutes walk from the main square - the walk through the souk makes it most enjoyable. Sylvie is a lovely lady and her main concern is the comfort and safety of her guests at the Riad. By the time we left, it was like we were leaving family behind - for us it was a home away from home which was wonderful.