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About the Hotel

94-95 Derb Sakka, Marrakesh, Morocco, 40000

Rooms & Accommodations

Riad Africa offers four types of rooms across four connected merchant houses. Safari Rooms have rain showers, bathrobes, and 'Le Sens de Marrakech' toiletries. River Rooms add flat-screen satellite TVs, mini-fridges, and safety deposit boxes. Super Junior Suites feature 38 square meters of space with Moroccan salon sitting areas, marble floors, and hand-made rugs. Cosy Budget Rooms provide single-bed options with en-suite facilities. All rooms include air conditioning, heating, tea/coffee stations, and personalized medina maps.

Dining Experiences

The rooftop Bistro Africa serves Moroccan meals with medina views. The Table d'Hôte menu features briouate, pastilla, tajines, and tanjia using fresh local ingredients. An à la carte menu offers international options for children and dietary restrictions. Groups up to 60 guests can book Moroccan banquets with live musicians and dancers. Cooking courses operate daily at the Marrakech Cooking School, teaching dishes like briouat, pastilla, and tajines.

Facilities & Activities

Two courtyard pools include a 16-square-meter main pool (0.8-1m depth) and a smaller heated winter pool. The Arabia Spa offers a traditional hammam and treatment room. Three sun terraces totaling 300 square meters provide views of Djemaa el Fna and the High Atlas Mountains, with two caidal tents for shade. Activities include henna art with natural paste, family hiking trips to Kasbah Africa, and camel rides in the Agafay Desert (45 minutes away).

Location & Access

Located on Riad Zitoun Lakdim street in Medina, 400 meters (5-minute walk) from Djemaa el Fna. Near the Mellah Jewish Quarter and 2 minutes from taxi stands. Walking distance to Médersa Ben-Youssef, Museum of Marrakech, Mosque de la Kasbah, El Badi Palace (0.5 km), Bahia Palace (0.5 km), and Saadian Tombs (1 km). Marrakech Menara Airport is 6 km away (15-minute drive). Licensed as a 'First Category Guest House' by Moroccan Ministry of Tourism.

Services & Sustainability

Airport transfers use licensed vehicles with English-speaking drivers. Family services include triple/quad rooms, connecting rooms, cots, high chairs, and child car seats. Private riad rental available for groups up to 11 guests. Environmental measures include low-energy bulbs, ecological cleaning products, towel reuse options, and seasonal local produce. Gift vouchers and 3-night packages available. Henna art appointments range from 100-600 dirhams depending on design complexity.

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Double or Twin Safari Room

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2 persons

220 sq. feet

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Double or Twin Super Junior Suite

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2 persons

325 sq. feet

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3 persons

325 sq. feet

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Marrakesh4600 ft

Airports

Menara (RAK) 4.1 mi

Train

Marrakesh Train Station 2.1 mi

Marrakech 2.2 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Outdoor dining area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Plunge pool
Indoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

94-95 Derb Sakka, Marrakesh, Morocco, 40000

Map view

94-95 Derb Sakka, Marrakesh, Morocco, 40000

City landmarks

Square

Jemaa el-Fnaa

2400 ft

Cemetery

Saadian Tombs

3700 ft

Gallery

Maison de la Photographie

1.0 mi

Museum

Jardin Majorelle

1.7 mi

Museum

Medersa Ben Youssef

1.1 mi

Mosque

Koutoubia Mosque

2500 ft

Museum

Marrakech Museum

4500 ft

Landmark

Dar el Bacha Musee Des Confluences

4400 ft

Historic Site

Le Jardin Secret

4300 ft

Museum

The Orientalist Museum of Marrakech

4000 ft

Museum

heritage museum marrakesh

2800 ft

Landmark

Musee Tiskiwin

3100 ft

Museum

Museum of mouassine Douiria Derb el Hammam

3300 ft

Cemetery

Jewish Cemetery Miaara

2200 ft

Landmark

Musee de Marrakech

4000 ft

Landmark

Cyber Park

5300 ft

Gallery

Dar Bellarj

4200 ft

Landmark

Bab Agnaou

2500 ft

Garden

Agdal Gardens

1.4 mi

Landmark

Slat Al Azama Synagogue

2200 ft

Landmark

Mellah

3100 ft

Landmark

Dar Moulay Ali

2200 ft

Landmark

Aromatimri

2500 ft

Landmark

Al-Mansur Mosque

2500 ft

Landmark

Rahba Kedima Square

3000 ft

Museum

Musee Boucharouite

3200 ft

Store

Max & Jan

4300 ft

Nearby

5 Rue Riad Zitoun el Jdid

Palacio da Bahia

1500 ft

Ksibat Nhass

Badi Palace

1600 ft

Museum

Dar Si Said

1700 ft

Restaurants

Palais Dar D'mana

600 ft

1 rue Marrakech Medina Bab El Melah

Restaurant de l'Olivier

700 ft

Koulchi Zine

500 ft

164 Riad Zitoune Lakdim Medina

Dar Essalam

800 ft

170 Riad Zitoun Kedim

Cafe dar touareg

1200 ft

Rue Touareg Jdad Arset Lamaach

Kosybar

1400 ft

Kzadria Àcoté du Palais Badii

Cafe Terrasse Palais El Badia

1100 ft

4 Rue Touareg Berrima Bab Mellah

Restaurant DarDar

600 ft

4 Riad Zitoun Kedim

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

David

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.0/10

The hotel is located in a safe and quiet spot near the popular drop-off square, right beside the Souks and very close to the big square and taxi station. The rooms, while a good size for a family of four with 2 extra beds, felt a bit cramped once luggage was in. The service was friendly, helpful, and not intrusive, with tasty local pancakes offered. The dining experience featured a variety of delicious options, especially the English breakfast with fried eggs and pancakes.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were of an acceptable size for a family of four but felt tight once all bags were in.

Service

9.0

The staff was welcoming, informative, and not intrusive, making the stay comfortable with tasty local treats.

Location

8.0

The remote yet beautiful location was close to major attractions like Souks and the big square, ensuring a safe and convenient stay.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience featured delicious English breakfast and local specialties.

Facilities

Facilities were convenient and well-maintained, enhancing the overall stay experience.

Beautiful location

Cramped rooms

Jonathan

United States, August 2023

7.8/10

The riad is centrally located in the Medina, offering a unique and adventurous walk through narrow streets. The rooms, although noisy being close to reception, had a cozy internal patio and were well-equipped. The service was exceptional with a highly professional staff ensuring a pleasant stay. Dining options varied from average to excellent but with slight delays in service. The riad's facilities provided peaceful relaxation areas within the bustling Medina.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were a bit noisy due to their proximity to reception but had a charming internal patio and were well-equipped with daily cleaning service.

Service

9.0

The staff, including Ishmail, Mohamed, and Hassan, were attentive and always ready to help, making our stay very pleasant.

Location

8.0

The riad is situated in a very central location within the Medina, providing a peaceful oasis close to the lively Jemaa el-Fna square.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered a mix of average and excellent options, with some delays in service noted at times.

Facilities

8.0

The riad's facilities included lovely chill-out areas that allowed for moments of relaxation amidst the vibrant Medina atmosphere.

Cozy patio

Noisy rooms

Walter

United States, August 2023

8.4/10

Staying at this hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms, while a bit small, were quite cozy and had a lovely touch. The service was excellent, with staff being very helpful and polite, organizing exciting trips for us. The location was convenient, just a short walk from the main square and with peaceful chill-out areas. The dining was delicious, offering a mix of local and continental dishes. The facilities were good overall, but a few points could use improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were a bit smaller than expected, but they were lovely and very spacious for two people. Everything we needed was provided, and the room was extremely clean throughout our stay.

Service

9.0

The staff was very helpful, polite, and friendly. They even organized two trips for us, one to the mountains and another for quad biking. Additionally, their Riad Kasbah in the Atlas Mountains was a convenient option.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, just a short walk to the main square and close to vegan/vegetarian restaurants. With beautiful terraces and a hardworking team, it made exploring the medina very easy.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was awesome, with a mix of local and continental food that was fresh, delicious, and plentiful. While it was the same daily, they were open to requests.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were good, offering typical products and satisfying most needs. However, there could have been more variety to enhance the overall experience.

Leo

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were well-equipped and cozy, but the dining service left something to be desired. The location was ideal for exploring the city, and the staff went above and beyond to assist me. Overall, a decent option with a couple of drawbacks.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in was small but had all the essentials. It was well-equipped with a hospitality tray, a safe, and a TV.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly helpful and went out of their way to ensure I had a great stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was perfect, close to the bustling souqs yet tucked away in a quiet area, making it a peaceful retreat.

Dining

6.0

While the dining experience was initially slow and limited, the staff's friendliness made up for it in part.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered a range of facilities, including a hammam and free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

John

United States, June 2023

6.2/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The beautiful central dipping pool was a highlight, but the rooms, especially the Superior room, felt small and not very clean. The service was a bit of a letdown despite some helpful staff. The location was convenient but had signs of cost-cutting. The dining experience had its highs with delicious food but some inconveniences overshadowed it.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms, around a central dipping pool, were small but adequate. They felt small and not very clean.

Service

5.0

The service had its ups and downs. Some staff were extremely helpful but others were defensive about issues like non-working air conditioning. The exchange with the manager was not the best.

Location

7.0

The location had its perks with lovely chill-out areas for relaxing and being close to the main square. However, there were signs of cost-cutting that affected the overall service compared to neighboring Riads.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had its high points with delicious food like eggs and pancakes, but inconveniences like staff walking long distances to serve breakfast took away from the enjoyment.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were satisfactory with some areas showing signs of needing improvements.