Riad Fes

Within the historic medina, this boutique Relais & Châteaux property offers guests an authentic yet luxurious riad experience.

• Dining at Gayza in one of the hotel’s many outdoor patios
• The Riad’s opulent Royal Suite with its own 150-square-meter terrace overlooking the medina and the Atlas Mountains
• Looking out over the medina during sunset while enjoying a house cocktail at the hotel's rooftop bar.

Located off of an unimpressive street in the medina only accessible by foot, Riad Fes has a plain façade that is easily overlooked by passing pedestrians. Once behind the front doors you are transported to a sumptuous world filled with stunning tiled courtyards, carved wooden arches, trickling fountains, and hidden seating areas. Even at full capacity it is not hard to find your own quiet nook making the property feel more like a private home than a hotel.

The 26 rooms and suites have been categorized into four different styles: traditional Moroccan, Oriental, Baraco-andalous, and Contemporary.  While each room differs in shape and decoration they all retain a distinct sense of place (note that the Moroccan style rooms are certainly the most opulent); and the contemporary ones in the new wing feel more modern and sleek.

Despite its size, Riad Fes’ facilities are impressive and certainly amongst the best in the city.  Its restaurant, Gayza, serves delicious Moroccan food, the roof-top bar has stunning panoramic views of the medina, and the hotel’s pool and spa are a great way to unwind after a long day. Guests should be warned that service is not yet on par with the properties in Marrakech.  Service can be slow and some of the staff speaks little English.

Couples and families with older children looking for the chicest accommodations in the medina. Also, those with mobility issues should know that you cannot be dropped off in front of the hotel because it is solely accessible by pedestrian-only alleys.