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SONIA

3 days ago

8.0

La tranquilidad del alojamiento. La terraza. La ubicación dentro de la Medina y cercanía a la plaza Jemaa el Fna a la que se puede llegar andando en menos de 10 minutos. La amabilidad y hospitalidad del personal, especialmente de Zacaría.

Cons: Para acceder al Dar hay que ir por unas calles algo oscuras y menos transitadas, pero muy tranquilas, sin ningún peligro y realmente agradeces que el Dar esté fuera del ruido de otras calles de la Medina.

Andrea

3 days ago

9.0

Sian

3 days ago

8.0

Tiina

4 days ago

9.0

Amazingly beautiful riad with lovely staff. Even though it's close to busy areas the riad is super quiet.

Cons: The bed was a bit too hard for me.

Kari

1 week ago

9.0

Cubel

1 week ago

10.0

El trato del personal que es esquisito.

Cons: Se anunciaba con t.v por satélite y no tenía.

Raffaella

1 week ago

10.0

Struttura molto bella, staff gentilissimo ed attento ad ogni richiesta.

Cons: Nulla

Niels

2 weeks ago

9.0

De flexibiliteit en de hulp van de Riad was uitmuntend. We konden eerder ontbijt krijgen dan de geplande tijden, we konden op het terras dineren wat niet gebruikelijk was. De kamer was schoon, geventileerd en zag er mooi uit. Het was er super rustig en het personeel was heel erg beleefd. Bovendien was het 5-10 min lopen vanaf het centrale plein. Ik zou dit aanraden aan iedereen die naar Marrakech gaat

BARBARA

2 weeks ago

10.0

Maud

3 weeks ago

10.0

Dar magnifique bien situé à deux pas des souks, chambre spacieuse et décorée avec goût comme le reste de l'établissement. Le personnel est très accueillant, nous avons même eu la chance de croiser le propriétaire qui a pris le temps de discuter avec nous et nous donner des conseils, merci encore à toute l'équipe !

ETIENNE

3 weeks ago

10.0

miranda

3 weeks ago

9.0

Super aardig personeel!

Cons: Niets

maya

3 weeks ago

8.0

L'esthétique du lieu, l'emplacement géographique et le personnel sont les 3 piliers de ce que nous avons adoré

Cons: Le lit trop dur, les oreillers et le manque d'insonorisation entre les pièces ont contribué à la sensation d'inconfort.

Anabel

4 weeks ago

10.0

Quentin

4 weeks ago

10.0

Schoon, goeie bediening, ruime kamer, mooie badkamer. Roofterras was ook top. Hele fijne ervaring gehad

Nicoletta

1 month ago

10.0

Die Schönheit des Riads ist wundervoll, mit offenem Mittelhof und sehr grosser Dachterasse. Für den Auftakt unserer Reise hätten wir nirgends besseres wohnen können. Die Lage schon fast in den Souks fantastisch. Wundervolles Abendessen mit Entrée, Gang und Dessert - Danke sehr für diesen exzellenten Aufenthalt!

Ivan

1 month ago

10.0

Tudo. Parece um palácio histórico. Embora antigo, é bem conservado então é o equilíbrio ideal: autêntico e super confortável. As fotos não refletem a suíte com justiça. Ela é espaçosa e luxuosa, além de extremamente limpa. Perfeitamente bem localizada. O recepcionista é gentil e solícito. Café da manhã deslumbrante. Super recomendado.

Cons: Nada

Marco

1 month ago

9.0

Soddisfatto di tutto, in particolar modo dell'accoglienza e della disponibilità dello staff. Struttura molto carina, terrazza meravigliosa dove ho fatto una colazione zen (consiglio)

Cons: La stradina per arrivarci non è il massimo di sera. Sembra un labirinto, ho avuto leggera difficoltà anche con il navigatore

Stefan

1 month ago

9.0

Struttura ben posizionata in un quartiere tranquillo, vicino al centro di Medina Arredamento tipico marrochino Staff gentile e accogliente

Cons: Insonorizzazione dell camera

jacopo

1 month ago

10.0

Daniel

1 month ago

10.0

Estuvo todo perfecto, la comodidad, el servicio, la atención.

Lorena

1 month ago

10.0

Renee

1 month ago

10.0

Fantastic location, great service and a wonderful road experience

Juline

1 month ago

9.0

Emplacement au top ! A 2 min des souks et à peine 10 min de la place Le personnel est très gentil et soucieux de bien faire , nous a donné de très bons conseils pour visiter et nous aider à organiser nos visites, encore merci à eux

Marijke

1 month ago

10.0

Aime

2 months ago

10.0

Zeer netjes en super vriendelijk.

Cons: Niks alles was zeer goed

Marijke

2 months ago

10.0

It is just beautiful and the staff is very helpful and very pleasant.

Carolina

2 months ago

9.0

Struttura bellissima, curata e ricca di dettagli in stile arabo, anche nelle stanze. La colazione è semplice, ma buona, e lo staff è disponibile e cordiale. Il lato positivo della posizione è che è una della città zona molto silenziosa.

Cons: Il contro della posizione è che inizialmente è un po' difficile trovare la struttura, anche col navigatore, perché è un po' imbucata; ad ogni modo non mi farei spaventare da questo cavillo perché il riad merita :)

Heyde

4 months ago

10.0

emilie

4 months ago

10.0

Soraya

4 months ago

10.0

aspasia

4 months ago

10.0

Menoret

4 months ago

10.0

Un accueil chaleureux, avec un bon petit thé à la menthe, un mini paradis caché dans les rues de Marrakech, situé au calme malgré la proximité de la médina, riad avec une très très belle structure. Propreté de la chambre. Le linge, la chambre dès qu on y rentre, sentaient bon. Le petit dej diversifié, avec jus d orange ultra frais, bon et copieux. Le personnel gentil est à disposition quelque soit l'heure. Tout à été juste parfait Riad recommandé a 100%.

Cons: C est vraiment pour trouver quelque chose à redire, peut être des fruits au petit dej auraient été les bienvenus.

Cristina

4 months ago

10.0

Start

Cons: Need to Cross a túnel to get there and the first impression is strange

Tamar

5 months ago

10.0

It was an amazing Ryad, with stunning architecture, pristine , staff was extremely friendly and the Moroccan superb hospitality .

Cons: Open courtyard with amazing palm trees reaching the sky . Breathtaking , piece-full terrace with tips of palm trees, birds ! It is like a small paradise

Mariachiara

5 months ago

10.0

The wonderful staff, the amazingly decorated rooms

Cons: Nothing- everything was great and top tier

Michele

5 months ago

10.0

The Ryad is a real work of art. Every single room is adorned with stucco, mosaic and carved wood. A true wonder.

Daniel

5 months ago

9.0

Flavio

5 months ago

10.0

A corner of paradise in the middle of Marrakech's Medina! Zakaria and all the staff were so kind and helpful in everything. Absolutely recommended!

Connor

6 months ago

10.0

Oukil

6 months ago

10.0

Design of the hotel and the breakfast and the bathroom

Simona

6 months ago

10.0

The riad is lovely, from the common spaces to the room. Everything really excellent. The location is also perfect. Just in the heart of the Medina. Finally, the staff was amazing. Really the most kind and careful hosts I have ever encountered.

Mariia

6 months ago

10.0

Very beautiful hotel/riad in the centre of old town. Very friendly staff. Great rooftop, nice breakfast Definitely nice place to stay

Cons: No windows in my room, but I knew it when booked

Jacqueline

7 months ago

10.0

I was here for the second time and I definitely will return. Close to everything you want to visit in Marrakech and still an oasis of tranquility. Good breakfast and really nice rooms. And the rooftop terrace is amazing

Calmac17

7 months ago

10.0

Zuzana

7 months ago

10.0

Staying at this beautiful family-run Riad in Marrakech, was honestly one of the best parts of our trip. The place is super cozy and feels like a home away from home. The riad has this perfect mix of traditional Moroccan style with all the modern comforts you need. The family who runs the place are super friendly and made us feel so welcome, eventhough we arrived very late in night. Marrakech can be busy and bustling, but the Riad itself is such a peaceful escape. The rooftop is beautiful – it’s the perfect spot to relax after a day of exploring. All in all, I can’t recommend this Riad enough. It’s the perfect spot for anyone looking for a peaceful and authentic Moroccan experience while still being close to everything Marrakech has to offer.

Rhiannon

8 months ago

10.0

Beautiful property in a great location

Cons: Nothing

Reyhana

8 months ago

9.0

Ancsa

8 months ago

10.0

Beautiful riad with sunny rooftop. Well located, quiet and peaceful. Staff were very kind and helpful.

Cons: -

Hamilton

8 months ago

10.0

A traditional Dar, very well built and beautifully decorated. Staff are friendly and polite and happy to help organise day excursions. Comfortable and quiet. I'm the old part of town, but away from the hustle and bustle. Authentic. Very happy with this place

Jiaxian

9 months ago

10.0

Felipe

9 months ago

10.0

The staff was incredible, especially the nightwatcher; welcoming us with tea late at night and providing breakfast early for our convenience. The location is amazing, super central, close to the taxi spot and main square. The riad itself and the rooms are beautiful.

Cons: The room we initially were assigned to had a bad smell. However, luckily the staff could switch us to another room immediatlty.

Hannah

9 months ago

9.0

V helpful kind staff, lovely haven of peace in a busy city

Lavinia

9 months ago

9.0

Well located, close to the heart of everything but still quiet and peaceful. Staff were very pleasant, welcomed with mint tea and snacks, provided maps and info on surrounding area.

Cons: Not the fault of the riad, but I forgot to take location directions and couldn't access the internet so only had offline google maps - this did not work and just took us to a point on the main alley, but the property is a few twists and turns further in. Take directions and/or follow the numbers round through the tunnels!

Vittorio

9 months ago

10.0

Great position in the center of the Medina, but out of its chaos. Great staff, very kind and helpful, they went the extra mile to satisfy our requests

Joanna

9 months ago

10.0

Raeanna

9 months ago

10.0

Lovely, helpful staff - made good recommendations and able to organise airport transfers. Great sunny rooftop. Beautiful riad. Tasty breakfast. Laundry service available, very reasonably priced. Very cute cats in the alley before the riad!

Cons: We could hear other guests coming in at night or leaving in the morning (we were ground floor room). This would have been better if the quiet hours had been enforced. Vegan breakfast was requested - some understanding (no eggs given) but we were given butter /honey and strongly suspect the cakes/pastries were not vegan.

Hannah

9 months ago

9.0

Anne

10 months ago

9.0

Continental breakfast was brilliant. Location right next door to King’s palace meant this was one of the few places in Marrakech with a green view from the lovely rooftop

Cons: Can’t think of anything worth mentioning, it was all round fab!

Hima

10 months ago

8.0

The traditional architecture and the central location. Also the staff were lovely.

Cons: The room was a bit small and dated.

Solara

10 months ago

10.0

Great location in a nicer part of the Medina, but still quiet. Very friendly staff.

Michal

11 months ago

10.0

Our stay at Riad Dar al Kounouz was fantastic. The hotel is exceptionally clean, and while it’s an older building, that only adds to its charm and authentic atmosphere. The staff were incredibly helpful, and the gentleman at reception was always available to answer questions or provide valuable tips about navigating Marrakech. The welcome dinner was a highlight and absolutely worth it—the tagine they served was better than what we tried in many restaurants. Breakfasts were also a delight. There’s no buffet, but each morning you’re served fresh, homemade food prepared right before you sit down. One of the best features of the riad is the spacious rooftop terrace. After a day exploring the busy and stimulating streets of Marrakech, it’s the perfect spot to unwind and relax. Overall, it’s a lovely place with great service, delicious food, and a truly unique vibe. Highly recommend!

Cons: -

Benedikt

11 months ago

9.0

Amazing location, super friendly staff, quiet, in a beautiful riad! I can absolutely recommend!

Cons: Beds could be more comfortable.

Ellen

11 months ago

10.0

Stepping into Riad Dar Al Kounouz was like entering a dream. Nestled within the bustling heart of the souk, this serene hideaway provided our family of four, including two teenagers, with a magical and tranquil retreat. We stayed in the Jade Suite, a spacious haven with two bedrooms perfectly arranged for a family or group of four to six. One room featured a large bed and the other a large bed and two single beds, ensuring plenty of space and comfort. The beds, though firm, felt luxurious, with crisp, perhaps overly starched sheets that whispered of thoughtful care. The centerpiece of the riad was undoubtedly its courtyard, a peaceful, verdant oasis where we began each day with a breakfast experience we’ll never forget. Traditional, colorful, and elegant, the courtyard was adorned with exquisite tiles that reflected the beauty of Moroccan craftsmanship. My teenage daughter summed it up perfectly when she said her favorite moment of the day was having breakfast here. It was a complete meal, including fresh-squeezed orange juice and delicious omelets, and served by the kindest and most gracious hosts, whose warmth and attention to detail made us feel cherished. The rooms and bathrooms mirrored this traditional beauty, with their authentic Moroccan aesthetics and charming touches. The bathroom, with its stunning design and silver handheld shower head, was a blend of elegance and cultural authenticity—a detail that added to the overall charm. One improvement would be to adjust the wall fixture so the shower head can hang at the right angle for rinsing. What truly elevated our stay was the incredible team who run the riad. Their kindness and generosity were unmatched. Whether it was securing a reservation for us at a nearby spa, sharing invaluable tips about where to find the most authentic pastries and tagines, or simply making us feel like part of their extended family, they turned a beautiful riad into an unforgettable home away from home. Finally, the location—tucke

Angeliki

11 months ago

10.0

The Riad was beautiful! The staff very friendly and helpful! The ivory room was very beautiful, amazing bathroom, amazing products. They made breakfast at 04:40 in the morning because we had an early flight…they even gave us some food to take with us for our sleeping son…no words to express their hospitality. Thank you!!!

Cons: Only one minor comment, there was a light unpleasant smell, not sure where from.

Sylvia

11 months ago

8.0

Kayla

11 months ago

7.0

The breakfast was great. The staff were wonderful in helping us with anything we needed. The water in the shower had a good amount of pressure and was warm. Beds were comfortable.

Cons: There were ants in our room. It was a bit of a confusing walk to find it the first time.

Lorenzo

11 months ago

10.0

It was a fascinating "riad": the architecture and details were impeccable. Clean, comfortable, quiet. Very good breakfast, something in between continental and full: it consisted of coffee/tea (or both), freshly pressed orange juice, bread+butter+jam/marmalade, crêpes, both classic (French) and "Maroccain" and a slice of cake, always different. The welcome is a traditional Moroccan mint tea, served from a silver teapot. The location is near - not too near, though, it takes a few left-right-left turns in let's call them "pictoresque" alleys - the main street of the Medina, which is the old quarter. Next time, I would definitely use their recommended pick-up service from the airport, because it wasn't exactly easy to find the riad, but I want to stress that it was not their fault, only ours. The staff: Zakaria, the manager, is a true gentleman, who will give you a warm welcome (including the above mentioned tea) and always heartfelt suggestions. Said suggestions will be about - excursions (he personally booked one for us, finding the best price in town) - places to visit, - restaurants to eat at. Also the rest of the staff was impeccable. Oh, and we enjoyed a very good Moroccan dinner at the riad, for a reasonable price: you will have to book one day in advance, because they will buy fresh food in the morning, according to what you order, and cook it directly. Would definitely come back.

Cons: Nothing specific

Sophie

1 year ago

8.0

The staff were wonderful - discrete and helpful. The riad is very authentic and understated.

Anne

1 year ago

10.0

Beautiful and magical place. Super friendly team! Loved it!

Cons: Nothing

Gianmarco

1 year ago

10.0

Kristin

1 year ago

9.0

This is a great place to stay if you want to be walkable to the souls. Great breakfast, wonderfully helpful staff and easy airport shuttles.

Oluwatobi

1 year ago

7.0

It was comfortable

Cons: Water stopped running in the bathroom when I was having my bath

Danut

1 year ago

10.0

Very tasty excellent

Leslie

1 year ago

9.0

Perfectly renovated and very clean, lovely quiet location

Lazarde

1 year ago

10.0

It was very good! And the service was even better, they made sure to have my breakfast ready at 6:45 before my departure

Cons: Location is a bit strange, but nothing crazy!

Pauline

1 year ago

10.0

David

1 year ago

10.0

Friendly staff, very authentic decor and old structure, quiet setting, excellent food!

David

1 year ago

9.0

Very quiet, helpful staff, nice touches such as phone charger cube, shoe polish etc. located close to the souks and medina action.

Cons: Wi-Fi good in most areas of property. Best to go with staff when arriving as Google maps tends to fail thru the narrow streets.

Ai

1 year ago

10.0

We enjoyed welcome drinks and snacks in the beautiful patio. Staffs are really nice. The room was well equipped (hair dryer, towels, bath robes…) and clean.

Cons: Almost nothing. The water pressure in the shower is weak, but i think you should accept that fact when you visit Morocco.

Yang

1 year ago

9.0

Cem

1 year ago

10.0

The hotel was very above our expectations. It was clean and quiet. There was no bad odour within the hotel or room although many people mentioned about it for the other hotels in the close areas. Staff was very friendly and smiley always. Breakfast was very delicious.

Cons: Nothing

Osman

1 year ago

10.0

Yrsa

1 year ago

10.0

We had an amazing stay and the hosts were very kind and helpfull, with our best intrests, so that was really nice!

Ellen

1 year ago

9.0

Michael

1 year ago

10.0

Gabriela

1 year ago

6.0

Belen

1 year ago

10.0

Roger

1 year ago

8.0

Henneke

1 year ago

9.0

Perfect location, in the middle of the old town, but in a very quiet alley without any noise. Super friendly staff, great breakfast (slightly different every day), beautiful accommodation.

Cons: -

Yuri

1 year ago

10.0

This Riad is amazing. The location of the the riad is perfect! The stuff ( Zakaria and Osman) were amazing hosts! I would highly recommend this Riad. We stayed at the Safran room which is on the base level. It was clean and big enough for 2 people!

Tibor

1 year ago

10.0

The staff are very helpful. Mentatea on arrival, fast administration. The room is very cosy and quiet.

Cons: No windows.

Ella

1 year ago

10.0

What a lovely riad. Close to the souks and square. The hosts were so friendly and super helpful, even giving us a map of the local area. The bed was comfortable and the whole place was beautiful

Cons: The riad is a little tricky to find. I would recommend you check the map before you arrive in Marrakech as it didn't appear on ours!

Marina

1 year ago

10.0

Diana

1 year ago

10.0

Property is beautiful. Both common areas and bedroom.

Cons: It’s a bit difficult to find but recommend you hire the hotel driver to pick you up and that makes it very easy.

Maria

1 year ago

8.0

Location and staff

Marc

1 year ago

10.0

Excellent Riad, you can expect an incredible welcome with tea and biscuits, water in the room very helpful staff. During our stay in Marrakech we were at one other Riad and this one was far better! Especially because it's so quiet during the night and how charming the entire decorations are.

Cons: Nothing at all

Nora

1 year ago

4.0

1. It is a gorgeous riad, the room and bathroom is beautiful. 2. In front of the riad entrance, there was a nesting box of cardboard and old clothes for a nursing mother cat and its kittens. Looks like someone at the hotel cares for animals which is always a positive in my eyes.

Cons: 1. The man who greeted us in front of the medina bought our luggage in a cart and did not mention that he will charge us 5 euros for this service. Where I live we call this deceit. This riad obviously wants to appeal to foreigners, so the first thing they should do is to be transparent about any charges before offering a service, not after. This already set off our visit on the wrong note. 2. The staff member who attended to us didn't speak English, it was very hard to communicate with them. 3. We arrived tired and late so we asked for dinner and they said we have to order it a day in advance, there was no option to order dinner on the same day! This is absolutely insane - we only stayed one night, how were we supposed to know? At every other place we stayed at we were able to get dinner. 4. The breakfast was all sweets, just jams and bread and some brownies. No eggs (at every other riad or hotel we stayed at there were eggs or omelette). 5. Wifi was not working in our first floor room. Only downstairs.

Joshua

1 year ago

8.0

Great location and very friendly and helpful staff.

Cons: Our room was on the ground floor and I think because of that felt a little dark and clammy

Yue

1 year ago

10.0

Fazlina

1 year ago

10.0

Fazlina

1 year ago

10.0

Sergio

1 year ago

10.0

I like the hotel's staff being so kind and generous about everything.Our room was always clean.Our riyad was so ornate and their cooks were really so great!Don't forget to try their amazing dinner menu!

Cons: Nothing

Carolien

1 year ago

9.0

Location was perfect, very nice and helpful hosts who all speak English very well.

Cons: Nothing

Carolien

1 year ago

9.0

Location was great, persons who are working there, beautiful Riad

Cons: Shower, but it's a dry area, so also logical

Giedrius

1 year ago

9.0

Nice location. Good breakfast. Very kind Riad manager.

Cons: It was bad smell in the room.

Simon

1 year ago

9.0

Great riad with comfortable beds. The location is in a quiet part of the medina (you have to walk 7 minutes from the gates to reach it). The hospitality of the staff has to be called out - they were very helpful on check in, talking about Marrakesh and Morocco, booking a car to go to the airport, and even printing airport boarding passes.

Cons: Hot water pressure dies off in the evenings. I'm not sure if this is due to too many people showering or a small hot water tank, but it should be looked at.

Aydin

1 year ago

10.0

Rebeka

1 year ago

10.0

Stuff are super accommodating, helpful

Axelle

1 year ago

10.0

Zoe

2 years ago

10.0

An authentic comfortable riad. Rooms very clean. Staff were very attentative and friendly.

Cons: Nothing.

Max

2 years ago

10.0

Brilliant staff, well located and very clean.

Sofia

2 years ago

10.0

Our stay at the Riad was perfect. The rooms are nice and clean, amazing terrace, the breakfast is abundant and the position is very good. Everyone was very kind!

Nithin

2 years ago

10.0

Awesome service by the team. They really look out for you. I booked another riad which was more luxurious than this one for our third night stay in morocoo, but we were all praising how good the service was in this riad. I cant remember the name of the person serving us, but he always had a smile on his face. More than the facility, the service is great. We felt welcome and relaxed. Breakfast and tea were great. Peacful but yet very close to the hustle and bustle of medina. Little secret garden nearby recommended by the hotel manager was also great..

Cons: The pressure of water in the shower was not great.

Monique

2 years ago

10.0

Attentive, friendly, helpful service. Delicious dinner. Beautiful and comfortable.

Fotios

2 years ago

7.0

The inside decoration,and the helpful reception team 24h here two help us with anything we need.

Cons: Very small the ivoire 6 appartment for two persons.The first room was perfect in the first floor but has other problems.

Ariel

2 years ago

9.0

Good Location Kindness of the staff Tranquillity (probably one of the main reasons why one chooses this type of establishment) Traditional ornamentation of the building Good overall value for money

Cons: Mattresses and bedding need updating Damp feeling towels Some paid services, which in good Riads are traditionally included free of charge, at least for long stays. Lack of plugs in the rooftop terrace area

Diego

2 years ago

10.0

All good. Very nice staff

Diego

2 years ago

10.0

Very charming, good location, quite. Great staff. If you compare other prices in the area, very good value for money. We tried a room in the upper floor and some days later one at the ground floor… Maybe slight preference for the latter.

Francisco

2 years ago

9.0

Breakfast was excellent love the carafe with coffee in the morning

Cons: varieties of food

Raluca

2 years ago

10.0

The team was very helpful, always smiling, kind and doing their best to answer our request. They gave us good tips for restaurants and real prices. The Riad is well mantained, well aired, and the terrace is quiet , a great place to relax after strolling around in the souks.

Homayun

2 years ago

9.0

Juan

2 years ago

9.0

Eratosthenes

2 years ago

8.0

The architecture of the building and the terrace are beautiful. The staff very kind and the breakfast Was very good.

Cons: The smell of the room on the ground floor.

Diego

2 years ago

10.0

Rafal

2 years ago

10.0

Absolutely amazing place in the heart of Medina. Welcome tea, birds singing while having breakfast on the Riad's roof - just perfect. Zakaria and Oussama (hopefully my spelling is correct) are very friendly and open hosts, looking after every detail. E.g. they adjusted breakfast time for us when we had an early event planned out of the city. The owner must be happy to have such competent stuff on board. Congratulations! We will be back soon 😊 Thank you for your hospitality.

Pavlos

2 years ago

8.0

The service, the willingness to oblige, the location, the simple tasty efficient breakfast made at the moment! Simply wonderful and for sure value for money!

Cons: Nothing could have been better always having in mind the value for money and ones budget.

Gosia_su

2 years ago

9.0

Our family likes to travel to immerse ourselves in the local culture for the most authentic experience possible. We were not disappointed. Riad Dar Al Kounouz is very beautiful and provides all the inside to the traditional Medina livestyle. When you visit Marrakech for the first time, it only makes sense to stay in the heart of Medina, with a short stroll to the Souks and Jemaa el-Fnaa square (experience on its own, for another story). It is close to everything. The Riad is located in narrow little streets only accessible by foot. There is a need for approx. 10min. walk to the nearest street where a taxi or activity provider can pick you up. Luggage handlers are available to assist at arrival and departure. The place is clean and tidy, well managed. Staff are very nice and extremally helpful. Breakfast is beautiful. There is a rooftop to relax at. We stayed in winter so it was great up there, not sure how it would be in a hot summer day. I guess someone else needs to write about that. It is like an Oasis hidden from the hectic Marrakech streets, where you can hide and enjoy peaceful moment. Ohh! and if you love cats, there is millions of them everywhere.

Cons: Really couldn't find anything negative, other than too many cats for my liking..., I am a dog person :)

Paule

2 years ago

10.0

The main host, Zachariah, is very pleasant and resourceful, as are the other workers. They were discrete, but ready to help at the mere hint of a need or a question.The riad is lovely, a haven of peace in a riotous and exciting city. We particularly liked the rooftop in the late afternoon after hours of exploration and discovery. The house is also centrally located. There are many restaurants, boutiques, hammams and other amenities in the neighbourhood. Excellent breakfast in a warm and quiet atmosphere.

Cons: Nothing comes to mind.

Bartlomiej

2 years ago

10.0

fabulous location, extremely polite and helpful staff, clean and cosy room. superb rooftop for morning coffee and cigarette;) Thank you!

Kylie

2 years ago

10.0

The workers were extremely friendly and helpful!

Mario

2 years ago

9.0

The location was a little hard to find at first, but once I got it figured it out, it was a perfect quiet location right in the medina. The staff was very welcoming and helpful with suggestions with regard to what I should visit, how much to pay for a taxi and the best way to get to Essaouira. They even provided a map of Marrakech - something none of the other Riad's I stayed at did. When making multi-day trips from the Riad, they happily stored all of my unneeded items until I returned.

Cons: It was a little tricky to find at first.

Saqib

2 years ago

10.0

amazing restoration

Cons: low water pressure

Alexis

2 years ago

9.0

homy feeling

Atif

2 years ago

9.0

Very good location and all meals were excellent. Great staff who were very helpful. Ideal for couples and family. Thr family room has two bedrooms interconnecting and a bathroom and was very spacious and can accommodate up to 6 people.

John

2 years ago

10.0

Zakaria and his staff were absolutely fantastic. The riad is gorgeous and the breakfast was excellent: assorted breads, jams, coffee, madelines, freshly squeezed orange juice, coffee and a plain omelet. The riad is a quiet oasis in the wonderful chaos of the medina. Zakaria arranged for a porter and taxi to riad for arrival and to the airport on departure. Housekeeping even washed my clothes!

Cons: I appreciated the two things that I'll discuss below but other travelers might not like them. First, the riad is located on Derb Snane off of Rue Sidi el Yamani. The path to the riad requires several turns off of Rue Sidi el Yamani. The riad will send a porter to take you there, so getting there the first time is easy. Those with a poor sense of direction might struggle with this. For me, it was great since you can't hear any of the medina's clamor. Second, my bed was very firm. For me, it was great. My old bones demand a firm bed but that isn't for everyone. In the end, my visit could not have been more perfect.

Gabriela

3 years ago

10.0

Beautiful place, super confortable and welcoming. Got a nice tea when arriving and Zakaria was the nicest host! We would definitely come back.

Cons: Nothing.

Jeff

3 years ago

10.0

Jayne

3 years ago

10.0

hidden gem centrally located

Cons: nothing

Jurgis

3 years ago

10.0

Stijn

3 years ago

9.0

Andrew

3 years ago

10.0

Exactly as descried by other reviews faultless, Its a peaceful oasis a couple of minutes from the main souks. Staff really nice and helpful.

Justin

3 years ago

10.0

everything was perfect. Calm place, friendly staff.

Angela

3 years ago

9.0

The staff, the breakfast, and the tranquility made for an excellent stay.

P

3 years ago

10.0

It's such a great place, stayed here a few times over the years, I'll always come back when in Marrakech, It's just peaceful and beautiful and super helpful staff

Cons: There's nothing to say bad, I just hope they don't do any works to remove the fountain and trees, yes a pool seems like a nice idea, but it would remove the serenity of the place, I feel other users of the ground floor rooms wouldn't be at peace with pool users and also it might represent a hazard for children

Jane

6 years ago

10.0

Riad Dar al Kounouz is a beautiful building, tucked away in a quiet place within a few minutes of the medina. It is relaxing with kind, thoughtful, friendly people. Lovely roof garden too.

Jeremiah

6 years ago

10.0

Beautiful traditional Riad. Ultra convenient location. Warm and welcoming staff. Well done!

Rachel

6 years ago

10.0

Absolutely gorgeous riad in the heart of Marrakech. The rooms were large and elegant and the service was great. Would definitely stay here again.

Verified traveler

6 years ago

10.0

Gute Lage, mitten im Zentrum. Sehr nette und hilfsbereites Personal

Kazuya

7 years ago

10.0

I was traveling in Morocco alone, and I had some difficulties in my travel. First I got my leg injury on the day before I arrived at Marrakech, and second my credit card had connection problem between the bank in my country. (couldn’t withdraw money!) The staff in this riad were very nice, one talked to the other guests to solve the credit card problem, and the other guy made a light meal for me. Both guys took care of my leg. Finally the card turned out to be available in Restaurants and souvenior shops, so I did not starve, and made to go back to my country. I really appreciate these guys, and I definetely recommend this riad when you travel in Marrakech. The room was nice and Jamaa el Fna and Koutoubia mosque are walking distance.

Verified traveler

7 years ago

8.0

This Riad has a lot of character, is clean, offers great personal service and is located close to the main square in the Medina (the older part of Marrakech, which I think is where most visitors would spend their time). I recommend it if you like a comfortable, clean hotel with great local flavor. It is located at the end of several long alleyways off of another narrow street, and it would be very hard to find the first time on your own. It is not directly accessible by taxi, which is common in the Medina part of town. I highly recommend that you ask the Riad staff to arrange for a driver to pick you up at the airport, and they will also arrange for a porter to meet your taxi and bring you and your bags to the Riad. The Medina part of town is old and looks pretty scary when you first arrive, but seemed safe after we walked around and is full of character. I suggest asking the Riad staff to arrange for a guide to take you around the Medina area your first day - a half day is around $50 and is well worth it - the guide will bring you to some nice shops too, but there is no obligation to buy. If you are an adventurous traveler, you will enjoy this Riad experience. If you like to stay at five star hotels, this is not for you (and you should probably stay in the newer part of Marrakech).

Verified traveler

7 years ago

10.0

Beautiful hotel, exceptional service. Would stay here every time I visit Marrakesh. The only thing is it's tricky to find but the staff is very helpful (providing maps, walking me to the taxi pickup, etc)

Robin

7 years ago

10.0

Great experience with friendly staff, nice WiFi in the common areas, excellent dinner and music.

Ben

9 years ago

10.0

When I first walked in, I was amazed by the open courtyard with ornate columns and palm trees. A water fountain in the middle really gives the feel of an oasis in the desert . Birds were flying about high in the trees and I was served a mint tea with biscuits to get a chance to relax before seeing my room. There is also a rooftop garden that was a great place to sit on a couch and read, quiet above the chaos of the streets. Everyone I met at the riad was incredibly friendly and helpful and you can really tell they truly care about the guests. My room was well-appointed with interesting paintings, furniture and antiques. It was very comfortable with a lot of personal touches and ornate carvings. The morning breakfasts were excellent and I loved the room they are served in. I can't recommend this place enough. I guarantee you will be happy here. If you are worried about finding it, don't be...that's part of the fun. However, if you really don't like exploring (why are you going to Marrakesh?) use google maps to search for this address: "Mouassine, 54 Derb Snane, Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Tensift-El Haouz, Morocco". Once you're close and have found Derb Snane (look for the mustache-like graffiti or small metal sign), just follow the map attached. You'll be able to walk right to it.

Ali

9 years ago

10.0

Zac and the staff at Riad Dar al Kounouz were fantastic. They were always more than happy to help with questions or requests. We had never been to Marrakech before and only speak english, but Zac answered all of our questions about Marocco and the neighborhood. From the rooftop you can hear the calls to prayer from surrounding mosques - a magical and exotic experience. The riad itself is beautifully set out, superbly clean and peaceful. An amazing display of Maroccan craftsmanship and a haven within the crazy bustle of the Marrakech markets. The Riad will be difficult to find on your own - hire one of the handy barrow men to take you there.

John

10 years ago

8.0

While this Riad is difficult to find (even if you're right outside), the reward is great once you do get inside. Upon arrival, you are immediately served steaming host mint tea and biscuits in the open-air courtyard. It is one of the most charming and quaint places I've ever stayed. Don't forget to visit the patio on the roof! The breakfast was better than most hotel "continental breakfasts", with more than enough to eat. The staff could not be more helpful and friendly, even getting up at 5:00AM to carry our bags down and see us off.

James

10 years ago

10.0

Excellent riad, close to square, helpful owners, free tea and cookies whenever we returned, and delicious breakfast. we requested eggs and the owner went out to get them. They went out of their way to make us feel at home.

Gary&Ing

11 years ago

6.0

Having stayed in Marrakech some time ago at another Riad, I've benchmarked against that memory and location. The staff here are friendly, however a couple of items left me a not let down: not being at the Riad and having to waiting outside in the heat for 25mins; happened a 2nd time but only for 1min as the guy was out getting breakfast and we had a quicker than normal dinner. Surprised no TV, but same as several years ago. In hindsight I would hv choose. A Raid 3-4mjns closer to the main square; might not sound a lot but I think it can count for those trips back thru the day.

zakir

11 years ago

10.0

We were a family of six and booked the jade suit..it was ideal for our family..the rooms are well decorated and spacious.and well located near jame al finah square.the staff yusuf and zakaria i cant praise them enough..they went out if there way to make ourvstay wondrrful.

Margrit&John

11 years ago

10.0

We were made to feel very welcome; the service and Jemina's cooking were outstanding. The riad is beautifully restored with a great roof terrace giving views over the city and the royal palace next door. Some rooms are a bit small but are designed with great care. The route to the riad might be a little off-putting for some travellers but the location in the medina is ideal for the souk's etc and they organise an efficient collection service. Highly recommended.

Verified traveler

11 years ago

8.0

Most enjoyable. Friendly efficient staff, Excellent food.Slight complaint: our room was on ground floor facing on to an internal courtyard with no external windows. It smelt of unpleasantly of damp.

brandee v

11 years ago

8.0

Loved this little riad. Loved the decore and great location. Walking distance to everything. Staff was great especially yoseph. Had supper when we got in and it was amazing. The negatives are that it can be loud as windows and doors face courtyard and that if you go in winter it's cold. Furnsce didn't work in both rooms we had. Otherwise loved it.

Verified traveler

11 years ago

10.0

Our stay in this riad was our best experience in Morocco. Guests are made to feel exceedingly welcome, and are quickly on first-name basis with all the staff, who go above and beyond. The owner, Dominique, is a very friendly French ex-pat who has seen the world, and the Zachariahs are happy to tell you about the culture of the country. They even went to the train station to buy and collect our tickets, and organised a cake for a birthday! The cook, whose name I missed, is extremely talented, and the cleaning lady very friendly. This place becomes a wonderful haven from the city, which can become overwhelming. It is in a quiet neighbourhood yet is very close to the markets. Moreover, the photos on the internet don't fully show how exquisite and detailed the renovation of the building is. The only sour note was the bag carrier / guide who collected us at the medina boundary, who aggressively demanded a 5 Euro tip once at the riad, when 5 Dirhams is generous. I must stress though that these guys don't work for the hotel. Just be sure to fix a price before setting off. Certainly, if we returned to Marrakech we would stay here again, and will recommend it to our friends.

Verified traveler

12 years ago

10.0

Beautiful little Riad in the Heart of Marrakech. We found the staff to be charming, our room was fab - the Safran - and we enjoyed a great breakfast each morning. We had the Riad to ourselves and the staff couldn't have done any more for us

joanne

13 years ago

10.0

friendly, clean, pretty hotel in the medina with a fountain in the middle and patio on the roof. very friendly and helpful staff. but also nonintrusive. close to the main square but on a side path, so quiet. we were worried about being very inexperienced travelers, with an 11 year old, in a country where we didn't speak the language or know the customs much at all, but they made us feel very much at home. great breakfasts too! we were very happy to have chosen it.

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