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Riad Africa

Property class: 3.5
Family-friendly 3.5-star riad near Mellah Market

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A hotel lobby with a central pool, multiple dining areas, and a balcony with red lanterns.
A hotel lobby with a central pool, multiple dining areas, and a high-ceiling atrium.
A luxurious indoor pool area with a central fountain, surrounded by columns and potted plants.
A marble bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a showerhead, and a towel rack.
A bathroom with a bathtub, a mirror, a towel rack with robes, and a shower area.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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94-95 Derb Sakka, Marrakech, 40000
  • Place, Bahia Palace
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Jemaa el-Fnaa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Koutoubia Mosque
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Marrakech (RAK-Menara)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Safari Room

A room with a bed, a window with decorative iron bars, a small table with a water bottle, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Single Safari Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double/Twin Safari Room

A bedroom with a patterned headboard, a bed with red and white bedding, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Double/Twin Safari Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a red armchair, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mirror.

Double/Twin Super Junior Suite

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

View all photos for Single Super Junior Suite

A room with a wooden ceiling, a large bed with a red blanket, a bedside table with a lamp and a fruit bowl, and a mirror on the wall.

Single Super Junior Suite

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Safari Room

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a chandelier, and a television.

Triple Safari Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Super Junior Suite

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, two beds with red bedding, a sofa with red cushions, a patterned rug, and a large mirror on the wall.

Triple Super Junior Suite

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

View all photos for Quadruple Safari Room

A hotel room with two beds, a red carpet, a chandelier, a wall-mounted mirror, and a small table with a kettle.

Quadruple Safari Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Quadruple Super Junior Suite

A hotel room with two beds, wooden ceiling beams, and a large window with curtains.

Quadruple Super Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard Area

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a large bed with pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, a tray with a bottle and glasses, and a mirror on the wall.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard Area

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Single Superior River Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin Super Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Standard Safari Room

Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Triple Standard Safari Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, orange curtains, a decorative headboard, and a fruit bowl on the nightstand.

Economy Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional House

A multi-level interior with a wrought iron balcony railing, tiled flooring, and a staircase.

Traditional House

  • 753 sq ft
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a large desert landscape painting, a decorative chandelier, a framed picture, a mirror, and a side table with a tray.

Basic Single Room

  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 Jemaa el-Fnaa with a stay at this Medina riad. El Badi Palace and Koutoubia Mosque are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mellah Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • El Badi Palace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bahia Palace - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Koutoubia Mosque - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Marrakech Central Station - 13 min drive
  • Menara Airport (RAK) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fine Mama - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel Tazi - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Naranj - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Snack El Bahia - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mi Fatima - Best Soup - ‬4 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.

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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 provided

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 staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
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 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 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.

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 (15-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 Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riad Africa on Aug 27, 2026 start from $86, including 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 Le Grand Casino de La Mamounia (17-min walk) and Casino de Marrakech (4-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 Swedish 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

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 120 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at the Riad, the staff were polite, friendly and helpful. The location was ideal just off the path to the souks and a short walk to the main square, overall would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the room and hotel were spotless. Staff polite and very friendly and helpful. Ame ities well planned and information o readilu available.
View from Riad Africa Terrasse
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karlton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a charming, beautiful Riad. It is clean and excellently maintained. Service was excellent. Breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Waqas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
breakfast was pretty good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tryphena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at Riad Africa. The property is beautiful and located close to the main path in the souk. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They even gave me a free room upgrade. The room was lovely, comfortable, and the breakfast was tasty. I'd definitely recommend this location and would happily stay again when back in Marrakech!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Preeyah

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Africa medina stay

Lovely people and food and room was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

TOP HOTEL!

Best trip amazing hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly & helpful staff very convenient for the shops & square
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Diane

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Good hotel

Close to everything. Good service - friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ingeborg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice atmosphere, lovely rooftop terrace
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Disliked: Amenities
The breakfast was ok, the a/c was good. Reliable staff. I didn’t like the location - in the market and a lot of of cats were in the market. No cats in the hotel though which was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jatinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close and walkable to most places of interest. Didn’t get to spend lot of time at the property as I had a packed short trip but they have nice rooftop space to relax and enjoy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

fred

Disliked: Amenities
The economy room is excruciatingly small and claustrophobic - pretty much a closet. This is not apparent in the pictures taken and when asking front desk to upgrade had to pay full price of the new room to get the upgrade - this is really unacceptable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mahamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my best holidays. I was welcomed by staff. Great location, few minutes walk to Djemaa el Fna.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Travelling with another couple. They stayed at Riad Africa but we got bumped to Riad Explore 650 m up the souk and down another back alley. Had early flight. no way to sleep with the noise outside and inside. Pro tip: DO NOT BOOK ACCOMODATIONS IN THE MEDINA! Almost got mugged at 3 am trying to get our cab after clerk said he would walk us down but was no where to be found. Room was updated and nice but good luck sleeping with all the noise of dogs, cats, neighbors, motor cycles etc which does not stop at anytime. Very poor choice by us. Our fault for not knowing what we were doing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fabrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from Issam and the Team!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sam

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

Clean, comfortable, great bathroom

This place was perfect!! Really clean and comfortable. Room was just want I needed. Bathroom was clean and spacious. Hotel is located in the old town about seven minutes away from the big market. Walking through the little shops leading to the market was great too! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shafia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything about it, it was a special experience
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rein Blaalid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was spotlessly clean and well equipped, but extremely small, especially the bathroom. It was a very slim single bed with a hard mattress, and noise during the night from the power unit. The breakfast was fine, and location good (nearby the road and the main square). Also very good and fast service at check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

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

Riad Africa , secret gem ,for a quiet getaway

a group of 3 males , had 2 rooms , PROS: 2 rooms next to each other , very comfortable , big bathrooms,plenty of shower get , and shampoo , ,best air con ever used , and dressing gowns,small free safe CONS, dark rooms, and not much English TV on satelite,