Le Farnatchi

5.0 star property
5-star luxury riad near Ben Youssef Madrasa

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Turkish bath, body scrubs, massage/treatment rooms
Terrace/patio
Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Courtyard
Superior Suite | Courtyard view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
Derb el Farnatchi, Rue Souk el Fassis, Qua'at Ben Ahid, Marrakech, 40000
  • Le Jardin Secret
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Majorelle Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Marrakech (RAK-Menara)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Senior Suite

  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Marrakech

City center retreat .You'll be steps from Ben Youssef Madrasa and within a 10-minute walk of Le Jardin Secret with a stay at this Medina riad. Also, Jemaa el-Fnaa is within half a mile (1 km) and Bahia Palace is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Le Jardin Secret - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bahia Palace - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Majorelle Garden - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Marrakech Plaza - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Marrakech Central Station - 18 min drive
  • Menara Airport (RAK) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nomad - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Café des Épices - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Le Jardin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante I Limoni - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Terrasse des Épices - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Le Farnatchi

5-star luxury riad near Ben Youssef Madrasa
Le Farnatchi offers its guests an outdoor pool, a steam room, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. 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 library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Le Farnatchi. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours).

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Marrakech riad.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Le Farnatchi offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include offices, desks, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Languages

Arabic, English, French

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (MAD 50 per night)
  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Handrails in stairways (30 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Office
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 750 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for MAD 750 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: MAD 1000
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 45.10 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.

  • Nearby parking fee: MAD 50 per night (656 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: MAD 750 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 750 per night

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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the riad before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Farnatchi
Farnatchi Marrakech
Farnatchi Riad
Riad Farnatchi
Riad Farnatchi Marrakech
Riad Farnatchi Hotel Marrakech
Riad Farnatchi Hotel Marrakech
Riad Farnatchi
Le Farnatchi Riad
Le Farnatchi Marrakech
Le Farnatchi Riad Marrakech

Frequently asked questions

How close is Le Farnatchi to the airport?

Le Farnatchi is 5.6 mi (24-min drive) away from the Menara Airport (RAK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Le Farnatchi?

As of Jun 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Farnatchi on Jul 2, 2025 start from $303.08, 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 Le Farnatchi have an airport shuttle?

Le Farnatchi offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day.

Does Le Farnatchi offer free breakfast?

Le Farnatchi offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Le Farnatchi?

No, there is no casino at this riad, but Le Grand Casino de La Mamounia (5-min drive) and Casino de Marrakech (6-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Le Farnatchi?

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

Is there free parking at Le Farnatchi?

Free parking is not available at this riad.

Does Le Farnatchi have a pool?

Le Farnatchi features an outdoor pool.

Does Le Farnatchi have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Le Farnatchi have a spa?

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

How close is Le Farnatchi to downtown Marrakech?

Le Farnatchi is 0.2 mi away from Marrakech.

Le Farnatchi Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing little riad!

Amazing little riad tucked away near the souk. Could not have been friendlier, rooms full of character and the warmth of the hospitality was first class. Great little spot and thoroughly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hidden

Always a fantastic stay at Le Farnatchi. All of the staff are wonderful and so helpful, the rooms are absolutely beautiful and
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Freya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nour

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is beautiful and clean with great staff. I wish if the hotel was in a different location. It is in old madina, in a part where you have to walk by an unsafe area (especially at night) before reaching the hotel. Google maps showed us that we will arrive by car to the hotel front door, but obviously Google maps is not updates and we had to use Waze. There is a weird tight garage that was suspicious and those who work there have an attitude. They were very rude. We went to check the hotel and left our luggage at car, but decided not to stay. It was unsafe to walk with so many luggages even with the help of the hotel. We didn’t feel safe, so we had to leave and book another hotel for the same amount of nights at this hotel. We came back during the day to stay at this hotel but with a carry on bags for 1-2 nights. The staff did their best to convince us that it’s safe but I couldn’t ignore my gut.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxe riad

Wonderful stay at Le Farnatchi. All the staff were friendly and accommodating, the room was beautiful and impeccably maintained. So many places to rest and relax within the riad, complimentary mint tea and coffee on request, and breakfast served to the room was an extra luxury. Located a 5 min walk from Place Moukef, staff would come to meet us there if called in advance. Nearby is the Ben Yousef Medersa, several good restaurants including their own, and the north end of the souk. Hammam and spa treatment was thoroughly relaxing. Already planning a return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Exceptionally friendly staff. Helpful from when we got out of our taxi and helped navigate us to the riad at 10pm at night. Hospitable and made sure we had eaten when we arrived. Ordered from the riads restaurant which was very delicious. Arranging cars and trips was seamless.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a phenomenal stay at Le Farnatchi. The property is beyond gorgeous, location is perfect, and the complimentary breakfast and canapes were stellar. The real stand out, however, is the staff. Everyone went above and beyond for you - from helping to book cars, dinner reservations, and even escorting us to our cabs so we would feel safe at night/not get lost. We had an INCREDIBLE time during our stay and I truly cannot recommend this property enough The spa is also wonderful. HIGHLY recommend!

2/10 Terrible

Gillian

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stunning

The staff were amazing, breakfast was stunning. Will visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Youssef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

hasan, San Pedro

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have never encountered such a money hungry, greedy hotel in my life. I was supposed to travel for my 1 year anniversary in March and had booked a 3 night stay. My husband ended up getting badly injured requiring surgery. I asked the hotel if I could get a refund and they refused because I booked a nonrefundable rate but I explained to them I didn’t plan on my husband getting injured and now his surgery is costing me 4k out of pocket and the amount spent on the hotel three nights will help me pay for this surgery but they did not express any sympathy let alone offer any kind of refund. i asked can I get the total amount less a certain percentage if they want to charge a cancellation fee but at least return some of my money. They refused. I then asked if I could get a credit and change my dates to June so that I don’t lose my money. Because of them I am still having trouble finding the money to pay for my husbands surgery and can’t travel to Morocco in June when my husband recovers because they kept my money. I sent them so many emails, called them so many times begging them, crying to them to please just give me something but they expressed zero amount of empathy because all they care about is keeping your money. There are businesses that will easily at the very least reschedule you to come back another time. Even Air Morocco and agafay desert hotel when both were nonrefundable, gave me an option of refund or credit. DO NOT BOOK WITH THESE MONEY HUNGRY GREEDY MONSTERS.

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb service.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Know before you go so you can determine if a Riad is the right stay for you. The Riad was located in the Medina, hustle and bustle of the old city which at the time when I booked was unaware what the old city consisted of. Your car or taxi can not take you all the way to the door. You will have to park around 5 minutes walk away and rely on hotel staff to get your luggage and chauffeur you to the door.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon, Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sacha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
With exception of one, excellent staff and the problem one was never seen after we asked to avoid them. Property is very nice, quiet, and having our breakfast delivered every morning on our private roof top terrasse was awesome. Overall excellent experience and was surprised that laundry was not charged and delivered the same day. The restaurant was also awesome and very convenient. Highly recommended for your stay in the Medina.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing service and hospitality. As a special touch for my birthday they got me a wonderful cake and all staff signed the card. Very unexpected. Also, a very convenient location if you’re looking for something close to the city center.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margaret, San Diego

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful place to stay in Marrakech. The staff really help you get accustomed to the hustle and bustle of the city. Breakfast on the rooftop is amazing!!! Beds are comfy. Showers amazing. Can’t say enough good things!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Catherine, Los Angeles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Riad Farnatchi was incredible! We were greeted with mint tea, the facilities were amazing. There are multiple gardens and the terrace at each room is a beautiful peaceful retreat after being in the Medina. The room was incredible, breakfast every morning was delicious and I highly recommend the home cooked dinner. We looked at many Riads to stay at in Marrakech but we are so glad we picked this one. Truly an amazing experience. The staff was the cherry on top, the hospitality was second to none. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elliot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfectly Perfect Riad in Magical Marrakech

One of the very best stays in a long travel history. The Riad is gorgeous, the staff is extraordinarily helpful, kind, gracious, fun and extremely generous of time and spirit... anticipating your even need/desire...all around remarkable. There is no request that goes unanswered and done within minutes. (They even repaired a broken purse handle for me.) It felt like home and felt like spending time with a happy family. The Riad's restaurant Trou au Mur (directly in front of the Riad) is wonderful. The food is fantastic, the design stunning and the rooftop dining area is romantic, to say the least. I musn't forget to mention the hamam/spa. One of the best I have ever experienced. It is obvious that the Owner of the Riad takes great pride and care in making the guest's stay an enchanting and memorable one. In sum, I could live there in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Riad

We had a fantastic stay at Riad Farnatchi. The property is beautiful and the rooms are large with tons of charm. The staff goes above and beyond to make your stay special. We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018