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Riad Africa

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star riad near Mellah Market

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Courtyard
Property grounds
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping

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94-95 Derb Sakka, Marrakech, 40000
  • Popular LocationEl Badi Palace7 min walk
  • Popular LocationJemaa el-Fnaa9 min walk
  • Popular LocationKoutoubia Mosque11 min walk
  • AirportMarrakech (RAK-Menara)17 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Quadruple Super Junior Suite

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Single Super Junior Suite

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double/Twin Safari Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double/Twin Safari Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Traditional House | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traditional House

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double/Twin Super Junior Suite

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Single Safari Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Single Safari Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Safari Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Triple Safari Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Economy Single Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Super Junior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Triple Super Junior Suite

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Safari Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Quadruple Safari Room

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Basic Single Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Basic Single Room

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard Area | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard Area

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Marrakech

City center stay.You'll be steps from Mellah Market and within a 10-minute walk of El Badi Palace with a stay at this Medina riad. Jemaa el-Fnaa and Koutoubia Mosque are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bahia Palace - 6 min walk
  • El Badi Palace - 7 min walk
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - 9 min walk
  • Koutoubia Mosque - 11 min walk
  • Le Jardin Secret - 15 min walk

Getting around

  • Marrakech Central Station - 14 min drive
  • Menara Airport (RAK) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fine Mama - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Naranj - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪PikNik - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Le Tanjia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪DarDar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Riad Africa

Family-friendly 3.5-star riad near Mellah Market
As a guest of Riad Africa, you'll find 2 indoor swimming pools and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Riad Africa. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Marrakech riad is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2002
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Riad Africa offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Marrakech riad provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Riad Africa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 26.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: MAD 225 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International, and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property Registration Number 56/2013

We should mention

  • In accordance with local laws, unmarried guests may be restricted from sharing rooms. Guests are obligated to provide proof of marriage, if requested by the property.
  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Riad Africa
Riad Africa Marrakech
Africa Marrakech
Riad Africa Riad
Riad Africa Marrakech
Riad Africa Riad Marrakech

Frequently asked questions

How close is Riad Africa to the airport?

Riad Africa is 4 mi (18-min drive) away from the Menara Airport (RAK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riad Africa?

As of Jun 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riad Africa on Jun 28, 2024 start from $109.99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Riad Africa have an airport shuttle?

Riad Africa offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of MAD 225 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Riad Africa offer free breakfast?

Riad Africa offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Riad Africa?

No, there is no casino at this riad, but Casino de Marrakech (3-min drive) and Le Grand Casino de la Mamounia (6-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Riad Africa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Riad Africa?

Free parking is not available at this riad.

Does Riad Africa have a pool?

Riad Africa features 2 indoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Riad Africa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Riad Africa have a spa?

This riad doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages and mani/pedis.

How close is Riad Africa to downtown Marrakech?

Riad Africa is 0.6 mi away from Marrakech.

Riad Africa Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 75 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Terrible experience—this hotel was apparently overbooked, so they sent us to another tiny hotel, charging us same high price. Credit card machine didn’t work and they demanded we pay the entire bill upfront in cash. Worst check-in experience I’ve ever had, this place is a complete rip-off. Now I’ll try to get some money back through Expedia.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Kuljit

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Central location but average comfort
Central location, in the heart of the old city. 10mins walk from main old city square. However property is old and cramped. More like 2 star standard
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

MARY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Some of the outdoor furniture was shabby and outdoor space did not feel very relaxing. Nowhere to get a drink in the road - both would have been greatly appreciated after the hustle and bustle outside. Staff were very attentive and helpful, with service at breakfast and daily room cleaning deserving of a special mention. It was in the perfect location close to lots of restaurants. Not sure I would book the trips again as we were the only people in the groups!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Riad Africa was fully booked. Stayed in a sister hotel Riad explore. Very well looked after
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a 20 minute walk to Jemaa El Fnaa and 2 minute walk to Tinsmith Square. Google map doesn’t give the accurate location. It’s better to have the property pick you up.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Preeyah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central location, nice sized room, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Diane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt comfortable and safe at Riad Africa. The location is fantastic and staff were very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying in this riad was such a unique experience and we loved our stay. Check-in was quick and easy and the staff was very friendly. The room was nice and clean and we really enjoyed the pool. It was pretty chilly, but we were visiting in August so it was a nice relief from the hot day. Breakfast in the morning was delicious. We also had our 8 year old with us and felt like this was a family friendly accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ERNESTO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Way over expectations!
This place is an oasis in the centre of the ville and the staff is amazing! The property is located in the heart of Marrakesh, in the middle of busy small market streets, but once you are inside you feel completely isolated of this vibrant market. It is like entering an oasis in the middle of the dessert. Rooms are clean and nice, air condition, private bathroom. It includes a delicious breakfast in the terrace of the riad. But the best of all is the staff. Very friendly, helpful and honest. We left behind a small bag with souvenirs, called them, and they sent us the bag to Tangier where we picked it up two days later. It was an extra mile for us. Thank you for the amazing time
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ERNESTO

Stayed 1 night in May 2023