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Riad Zara

3.0 star property
3-star golf guest house near Jemaa el-Fnaa

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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294 Derb Ben Salek, Bab Aylen, Boutouil, Medina, Marrakech, 40008
  • Bahia Palace
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Majorelle Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Marrakech (RAK-Menara)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Suite | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Suite

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Villa

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 15
  • 6 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Marrakech

Medina stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Medina guesthouse, you'll find Bab Debbagh and House of Photography. Shrob ou Shouf Fountain and Tanneries are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bahia Palace - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Koutoubia Mosque - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Le Grand Casino de La Mamounia - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Majorelle Garden - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Marrakech Central Station - 18 min drive
  • Menara Airport (RAK) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café de France - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Zeitoun Café - ‬14 min walk
  • Chez Lamine Hadj Mustapha
  • ‪Café des Épices - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Nomad - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Riad Zara

3-star golf guest house near Jemaa el-Fnaa
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A children's pool, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at Riad Zara.

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

  • 1 building
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Riad Zara offers 7 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. This Marrakech guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (MAD 50 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MAD 70 to 90 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of MAD 250; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • 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 hallways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: MAD 70
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: MAD 90 for check-in between 7:30 PM and 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: MAD 70

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 20 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Riad Zara

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 12.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for MAD 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: MAD 680
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: MAD 490 (from 6 to 10 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: MAD 750
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: MAD 550 (from 6 to 10 years old)
  • 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.
  • Resort fee: MAD 60 per accommodation, per stay

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately MAD 70 to 90 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: MAD 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 7)
  • Nearby parking fee: MAD 50 per day(1312 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Early check-in fee: MAD 70 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: MAD 90 for check-in between 7:30 PM and 10:30 PM
  • Late check-out fee: MAD 70 (subject to availability)
  • Air conditioning fee: MAD 5 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: MAD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 12.0 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: MAD 250
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and the test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 20 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Riad Zara.

Property is also known as

Riad Zara
Riad Zara Marrakech
Zara Marrakech
Riad Zara Hotel Marrakech
Riad Zara House Marrakech
Riad Zara House
Riad Zara Guesthouse Marrakech
Riad Zara Guesthouse
Riad Zara Marrakech
Riad Zara Guesthouse
Riad Zara Guesthouse Marrakech

Frequently asked questions

How close is Riad Zara to the airport?

Riad Zara is 5.2 mi (19-min drive) away from the Menara Airport (RAK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Riad Zara have an airport shuttle?

Riad Zara offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of MAD 250 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Riad Zara offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Riad Zara, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between MAD 70 and 90 per person. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Riad Zara?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, 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 Zara?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Early check-in costs MAD 70 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Riad Zara?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Riad Zara have a pool?

Riad Zara features a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Riad Zara have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Riad Zara have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Riad Zara to downtown Marrakech?

Riad Zara is 0.6 mi away from Marrakech.

Riad Zara Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Riad Zara was a devine oasis. The staff were helpful, kind and friendly. The room was clean, with a magical quantity, making me feel like some sort of Moroccan prince. The old town can be a bit hetic, with the bustle of the souk at your doorstep. But upon entering Riad Zara it all disappeared, and i was wrapped in a blanket of colors and calm. I highly recommend Riad Zara for anyone who is looking for a touch of bohemian class in there visit to Marrakech.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

George

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointing service received

We did not feel particularly welcome right from the start both before and after our arrival. You have a very specific arrival window and if you don't meet it then you have to pay extra. Everything above and beyond the absolute basic costs extra at this Riad and by extra I mean significantly higher than average prices in Marrakesh. This was very disappointing as we had stayed in another Riad by the main square a week or so earlier which was run by a Moroccan family and everything was included in the price such as water, tea, snacks, and breakfast. The family also went out of their way to esure we had an amazing experience which you certainly do not get at Riad Zara. Whilst the Riad is very clean and nicely furnished, I would suggest staying at a different one if you want to receive a proper Riad experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Zara

No air conditioning and the bed was hard and the room very small but the breakfast omelet was very good!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

J&L, England

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Quite Riad

If you like walking and experiencing the real Marrakech this could be the area for you. Away from the brightly lit souks it allows you to meet the residents in their everyday life. The Riad Zara is tucked away and very peacefull. Monique is very helpfull and her Riad is well run.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, C

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

Oasis in the chaos

We spent Christmas week at the beautiful Riad Zara and loved it! Monique is a fantastic host and cook! Quiet and calm after a day in the souks!

10/10 Excellent

Katie, US

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

What a find!

I cannot recommend Riad Zara highly enough! A beautiful building with a rooftop to look out over the medina. Monique and her staff were friendly and helpful, cooking delicious meals, providing directions, even calling cabs. My time in Marrakesh was so much better for having spent it here.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Moroccan style courtyard house

Monica was a wonderful hostess and provided us with invaluable advice .

10/10 Excellent

Rianne, UK

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

lovely traditional riad w helpful landlady

10/10 Excellent

Mark and Maria

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

A little bit of paradise in the Medina

We had a truly happy time staying at Riad Zara. Monique unfortunately wasn't there when we stayed but had left the Riad in the care of her friends Kim and Michel, who were the best of hosts. Although our inbound flight was delayed for around an hour, they stayed up to welcome us and provide a light meal. Throughout our stay, they did everything possible to make our stay comfortable, from booking taxis to warning the drivers not to rip us off and giving us advice on how to walk through the busy lanes of the Medina or fend off hasslers. They made us feel like family. Riad Zara is situated at the eastern edge of the old town and therefore about a 20/25 minute walk from the main square, Place Jemaa el Fna. It is very much a place for the locals and walking along the lanes nearby is probably much the same as it was in medieval times (barring the mopeds and motorbikes you need to beware of!) with everything being sold from fridges to live chicks! Monique left us wIth a guidebook of notes on how to negotiate the roads, helpful tips for getting about Marrakech and coping with a very different culture. There is a variety of excursions available which can be booked via the Riad management and they have a driver who will come to the door and escort you to the meeting point as the road is inaccessible by cars. The Riad itself is charming, every bit as pretty as the photos and kept very clean and neat by the young housekeeper Jamila who also served the light breakfasts with a smile ever

10/10 Excellent

Sheila , Seattle, USA

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

Perfect Accommodations!

We LOVED Riad Zara! Monique, the proprietess, is hospitable, knowledgeable, warm and wonderful. The Riad is beyond beautiful, tucked away inside the old city with easy access to everything. Highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Jill, Honolulu

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

An oasis

Monique and Hassan are beyond accommodating and can answer any question you have about Marrakech. They helped us plan a day trip to the Atlas Mountains which was the best part of our short trip. It was a great experience from begininng to end. Their place is oasis in the middle of an overwhelming city. I definately recommend staying there if you are ever in Marrakech.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren, London

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

Amazing stay

Myself and 3 girlfriends stayed here over a weekend trip in Marrakesh. We were very well looked after by Hassan as Monique was away, and it was definitely a refuge from the craziness of the souk and rest of the Medina! Would definitely recommend to all who stay, to have dinner at 'home' one evening - the food is amazing and such a lovely setting. It is a bit of a walk from the souk but probably good to walk off all that food & wine!

8/10 Good

Devin

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Whistler

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

Best Riad of my stay with awesome terrace

Riad Zara is a coloruful, stunningly decorated Riad in a quiet area about a 15 minute walk from the main square of the Marrakech Medina. The courtyard and terrace are beautiful places to relax and recharge. Hassan was a great host offering top notch service. I highly recommend finding time to enjoy the terrace!

10/10 Excellent

Aaron, Bath

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

Fantastic

This is one of the nicest stays that I have had anywhere. You really feel as though you have been allowed to share in someone else's life, in this case, Monique's. The breakfasts were wonderfully varied and universally excellent. The neighbourhood allowed you to experience the real Medina without being constantly hassled. The roof top terrace was such an escape from the hustle and bustle below and the views were amazing. Cannot recommend this place enough.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Devon

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

Lovely accommodation in the Medina

We had a lovely week staying at Riad Zara. The room was cosy and clean and at a great price. Monique and Catherine who were running the Riad during our visit couldn't have been more helpful and it felt more like staying at a friend's house than at a hotel. Would definitely recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Darko, Switzerland

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

Excellent Riad, amazing staff.

The best thing about this Riad is amazing and friendly staff; provided us with all the necessary information, organised a day trip for us (which was the highlight of our stay) for a very affordable price and were overall extremely helpful and generous. They were really attentive and made us feel like we're staying at home. Location was great (not in the strict centre of Medina, which turned out to be a big benefit since it's closer to taxies for going out of the old town). The pickup from and to the airport was organised for us as well by the Riad Zara and went smoothly (I really recommend doing that). And we regret not staying for dinner at the Riad because it looked really good (we realised that on our last night). I highly recommend it.

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Texas

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

Great Riad!

Monique was an excellent host. She was attentive to our needs, caring for us with everything from her lovely French breakfasts to assisting us with all of our travel/sightseeing arrangements. I would highly recommend Riad Zara for anyone wanting to experience "Old Morocco."

10/10 Excellent

jenny, Stockport

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

Beautiful Riad

A peaceful hideaway from the chaos that is Marrakech. Riad is lovely and Monique is a fab host arranging days out, taxis, meals and whatever else you may need. The riad is hidden away but easy to reach the Square on foot with a bit of practice. Would highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Shropshire, United Kingdom

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

Recommended.

This is a great place to stay with lovely rooms at reasonable prices. Monique, the owner, is friendly and very helpful. She is French and speaks good English. The riad is situated in a residential area and as such I would not want to go back to it too late at night but if you are sight-seeing like me, this will not be a problem. I never once felt uncomfortable walking back at say, 10pm because the streets are still busy. Breakfast at the riad was varied and over the course of the week I had pancakes with honey, bread with 2 kinds of jam, another type of toasted bread (not sure what), yoghurt, bananas, oranges, tea, orange juice.

10/10 Excellent

Jean Jacques

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

Vacances à Marrakech 2023

notre séjour chez Monique à était excellent voyage pour mes 60 ans j'ai eu droit a une bougie au petit déjeuner 😍 Monique nous conseille et nous guide au mieux pour notre semaine et un petit coucou à coralie très sympathique riad au calme et tout proche de la place jemaa el fna je recommande cet établissement
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suvi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La signora è molto simpatica ed accogliente...il riad è molto pulito e caratteristico
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Centralissimo, nella Médina. Pulito e confortevole. La proprietaria, Monique è gentilissima e sempre a disposizione.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mycket nöjd , väldigt trevlig och mysig atmosfär som gjorde att jag kännde mig välkommen. Ägaren Moniqe var väldigt trevlig och hjälpsam. Bara 20 min promenad från det kända torget.Jag är säker att jag kommer tillbaks. Varmt rekommenderar.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2019