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Riad Smara

3.0 star property
3-star riad near Bahia Palace

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Terrace/patio
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Superior Double Room | Living area | TV
Terrace/patio
Suite (Sultane) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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2 Derb Ferrane Arset El Houta - Médina, Marrakech, 40000
  • Place, Bahia Palace
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Le Jardin Secret
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Jemaa el-Fnaa
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Marrakech (RAK-Menara)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Marrakech

Medina stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Medina riad, you'll find Bahia Palace and House of Photography. Jemaa el-Fnaa and Ben Youssef Madrasa are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Souk Semmarine - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bahia Palace - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ben Youssef Madrasa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Le Jardin Secret - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Grand Bazar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bien Venu - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪El Salama - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Le Salama Skybar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dabachi Chez Cherif - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Riad Smara

3-star riad near Bahia Palace
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. An area shuttle within 100 meters and a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. An indoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at Riad Smara.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Marrakech riad.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Smoking in designated areas
Riad Smara offers 6 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (MAD 50 per day)
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 100 m
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Indoor 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 Smara

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 300.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 27.50 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 215.00 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: MAD 50.00 per day (328 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 300.0 per day
  • Laundry fee: MAD 50.00 per day
  • 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts major credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. 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.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Riad Smara
Riad Smara Marrakech
Smara Marrakech
Riad Smara Riad
Riad Smara Marrakech
Riad Smara Riad Marrakech

Frequently asked questions

How close is Riad Smara to the airport?

Riad Smara is 5.1 mi (18-min drive) away from the Menara Airport (RAK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Riad Smara have an airport shuttle?

Riad Smara offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of MAD 215.00 per vehicle.

Does Riad Smara offer free breakfast?

Riad Smara offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Riad Smara?

No, there is no casino at this riad, but Le Grand Casino de La Mamounia (6-min drive) and Casino de Marrakech (7-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Riad Smara?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Riad Smara?

Free parking is not available at this riad.

Does Riad Smara have a pool?

Riad Smara features an indoor pool.

Does Riad Smara have a spa?

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

How close is Riad Smara to downtown Marrakech?

Riad Smara is 0.4 mi away from Marrakech.

Riad Smara Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 30 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Gina

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Avoid at all costs.

This place is garbage. I showed up, with a hotels.com reservation and was shown to my room. I spent the day in and out of the room doing work. In the early evening, they decided they were no longer going to honor my reservation and forced me to leave. Thankfully I found a hostel which was significantly nicer and cheaper than this place, and with better internet. If you can avoid it, AVOID IT.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lajwanti

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

Excellent- highly recommended!

Excellent little riad with a comfortable bed, lovely clean sheets and towels, strong wifi (enough to stream Netflix). Great hot water in the shower, and a beautiful bathroom. We also had a couch to sit on, so that we didn't have to sit on the bed. The plunge pool was refreshing after a day out in the heat of Marrakech. The breakfast was varied, & tasty. The roof top terrace was a nice place to sit and enjoy a bottle of local wine & beer. Best of all Brahim the manager was very helpful in everything we needed. They even did our washing for a small fee. Highly recommended!!

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Book it knowing it'll be a great experience!

The Riad Smara is located in the heart of the Medina (10min walk to the town square) and a fabulous getaway from the craziness of the Medina at the same time. It's super quiet inside the Riad with only 8 rooms and an overall pleasant experience. The hotel manager, Ibraham or Brahim (he goes by both), lives on premises and is incredibly accommodating. He makes breakfast each morning inclusive of crapes, donuts, fresh bread, coffee, fresh orange juices, jams, etc. Brahim makes the difference with the Riad. If you drink alcohol (which is impossible to find in the Medina), they have plenty of options at the Riad and fairly priced. Also, as of March 2017, the WiFi worked everywhere in the Riad inclusive of the roof, the room, and in the lobby. Just an FYI: I would highly recommend hiring a service from the airport to the Riad as it's a little hard to find right off the bat. However, this is a benefit once you're there because it's quiet. Overall, I would highly recommend staying here and next time I'm in Marrakech, it's the place I would choose.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great stay

Really enjoyed our stay here, amazingly quiet from the hustle and bustle! The Riad manager was lovely and extremely helpful. Amazing breakfasts and enjoyed the rooftop terrace.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A gem!

Our family of four adults spent 3 nights at Riad Smara. Apart from being hard to find when we first arrived after dark, we have nothing but praise for the Riad and for the wonderful service provided by Brahim. Would gladly recommend to other travellers!

8/10 Good

Syllas, Sao Luis, BRA

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

A great riad

This is a great riad, very clean and organized. The owner, Ibrahim, was very helpful in all the stay. Breakfest is good, wifi is far from ok, and some problems with the room occured because everyday we moved from one to another one with no reason.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great Location-Enjoyed our Stay

Clean & tidy during our stay everyday. We didn't eat breakfast, but if we had any questions, they were always answered. We were given a lot of helpful information about where we were and given a map to orient us. The rooftop of the riad was nice to rest on and catch some sun. Located near the central square and not difficult to find.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, UK

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

A hidden gem

Riad Smara is an absolute gem! Just 10 mins walk from Jemaa El Fnaa through the medina streets, it offers real Moroccan hospitality, 5 spacious and beautifully decorated clean rooms with western bathrooms, a fantastic roof terrace, icy courtyard pool (for cooling off), awesome coffee at breakfast and a very reasonable room rate. The Manager Ibrahim is a great personality and went out of his way to help us research and book our onward journey, a huge help! I would say that this riad is flawless, but our late night arrival due to flight delays meant that taxis could not directly access the narrow streets which are closed off after about 11pm, and they are reluctant to go 'the long way round.' It is definitely worth the argument with the driver though, I can't recommend it enough!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

XavierdeBlas, Barcelona Catalunya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Céntrico,Acogedor , Flexibilidad para adaptarse a las necesidades de los huéspedes , Muy buenas recomendaciones para excursiones , restaurantes .
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marlène

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

Riad parfait pour un séjour à Marrakech

Riad typique de 6 chambres, plein de charme, à 10 min à pied de la place Jema Elfna. Chambre et salle de bain propres. Déco locale et lieux communs très agréables. Petit déjeuners maison, très bons. Accueil au top avec Brahim, qui est plein de bons conseils, de bonnes adresses et toujours agréable et souriant. Il fait au mieux pour concilier les demandes de chacun. Je conseil vivement pour passer un bon séjour à Marrakech.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
établissement proche de la place calme très bon accueil
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

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

Tolles Riad in zentraler Lage

Alles super, sofort wieder - Nettes Team, zentrale Lage und sehr sauber!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gunnar

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

Vänlighet och värme

Bodde här med min familj ( två rum 4 vuxna) en vecka i början av januari 2018. VI hade en fantastisk tid. Rummet var alltid rent och hemtrevligt. Brahim kunde inte göra nog för oss. Utmärkt läge. Längtar talar starkt nog av hotellet manager, Brahim.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super Riad propre bon petit déjeuner tout ce qui faut pour être bien un grand merci à brahim qui est au petit soin et toujours le sourire et la pêche juste un petit peu loin de la place 15min c est le seul petit point négatif tout le reste est juste parfait
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Thierry, grenoble

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

Trés agréable séjour

Très beau riad,bien situé et un accueil formidable du responsable Brahim

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Elisabet y German from Spain

Very nice to meet you and u made us reeaaally good and confortable our stance. Thx see u again

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Bergamo

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

Oasi di pace

Camera pulita, accogliente e ben curata nei dettagli. Proprietario disponibilissimo e sempre sorridente. Ottima colazione. Incantevole terrazza sul tetto, una vera oasi di pace.

10/10 Excellent

sergio, Vitoria

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

Un sitio espectácular.....

Gran lugar, limpio, todo al detalle,con un desayuno espectacular.....sitio recomendado 100%.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Lovely stay at Riad Smara

I really loved staying at Riad Smara. It was beautiful and the staff was really nice and welcoming. Though it was located at very dark corner and I had to go through a sort of scary time to find it out.

10/10 Excellent

R&N

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

Magnifique Riad typique, dépaysement garantie!

Nous avons passé un merveilleux séjour au Riad Smara à Marrakech (situé à 10min à pieds de la place Jemaa el Fna). L'hôte était d'une gentillesse incomparable! Il a fait de notre séjour un séjour inoubliable, nous a aidé à nous retrouver dans la ville, nous a conseillé des sites incontournables, ... toujours avec le sourire et la bonne humeur! On a très bien mangé dans ce riad magnifiquement décoré et typiquement marocain du sol au plafond. Nous recommandons absolument ce riad à toute personne cherchant à vivre l'expérience Marrakech dans un cadre plus que typique!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

estelle

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

Super riad

Très beau riad au coeur de la médina. Personnel très sympathique. Très bon sejour. Je recommande.