Riad Al Jazira

Hippie deluxe: a beautifully restored trio of 17th century Riads hidden in Marrakech's medina, keenly priced and very chilled. At the heart of this beautiful whitewashed Riad lies a patio with a banana tree, a soothing fountain and a swimming pool all open onto galleries and big rooms. They all add splashes of light colors to the exquisitely renovated parts.

The warren-like, almost subterranean tunnels leading to the door of this unpretentious Riad are, frankly, unpromising. Outside it’s all hustle, bustle, barrows, the cries of the muezzins and high, blank walls. But inside it’s a jaw-dropping scene-shift to the palm oasis at this hippie deluxe Riad, where three courtyard homes have been converted into one stylishly understated residence.

15 spotless, blisteringly white guestrooms are hidden behind heavy wooden doors and layers of linen drapes. Airy central covered courtyards have comfy seating areas: red rugs on golden brick floors, leafy palms over wooden chaises and – spectacularly – a colonnaded swimming pool in a setting reminiscent of great Carthage. Colorful accents are provided by red or purple cushions and kilims, and artfully arranged rose petals.

Moroccan breakfast: tea, coffee, milk, 2 kinds of pancakes, 2 kinds of juice, bread, butter, honey, jams, egg, cheese

This luxury guesthouse in Marrakesh, Morocco has been made unifying 3 Riads, which have been restored in a contemporary style, a nice contrast with the building's traditional architecture. The guestrooms at the Riad Al Jazira are bright and cozy and open out onto a patio. There is a garden in one of the Riads, another has a fountain at its centre, and the third has a large swimming pool.

Accommodation Information

15 spotless, white guestrooms are hidden behind heavy wooden doors and layers of linen drapes. Airy central covered courtyards have comfy seating areas with red rugs on golden brick floors, leafy palms over wooden chaises and a spectacularly colonnaded swimming pool in a setting reminiscent of great Carthage.

Location Information

Located in the heart of Sidi Ben Sliman district, in the northern part of the Medina, the Riad Al Jazira is a beautiful 4 star guesthouse in Marrakech. It nestles in an area that features many historic Zaouias religious buildings and is frequented by very few tourists, allowing guests to experience the real Morocco.