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Dar El Ghalia

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star riad with 3 restaurants

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Courtyard
Outdoor rock climbing
Royal Suite, Courtyard View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Moroccan cuisine
Children's play area - indoor
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

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  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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13 Derb Ras Rhi Ras Jnan Medina, Fes, 30110
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Al Quaraouiyine7 min walk
  • Popular LocationZaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani9 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlue Gate16 min walk
  • AirportFes (FEZ-Saiss)18 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Standard Single Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Royal Suite, Courtyard View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Royal Suite, Courtyard View

  • 979 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Senior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Senior Suite

  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

10/10 Exceptional
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

9.3/10 Wonderful
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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4.0 out of 5, Very Good, (302)
The price is $70
per night
$81 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
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About the neighborhood

Fes

Fes El Bali stay.At this Fes El Bali riad, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Place R'cif and Saffarin Madrasa. Seffarine Square and Moulay Idriss Zawiya are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Al Quaraouiyine - 7 min walk
  • Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani - 9 min walk
  • Blue Gate - 16 min walk
  • Place Bou Jeloud - 19 min walk
  • Jardin Jnan Sbil - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Fes Station - 5 min drive
  • Fes (FEZ-Saiss) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurant Ryad Nejjarine - 9 min walk
  • Palais Amani - 11 min walk
  • Le Tarbouche - 13 min walk
  • cafe rsif - 1 min walk
  • Fondouk Bazaar - 13 min walk

About this property

Dar El Ghalia

Family-friendly 4-star riad with 3 restaurants
Dar El Ghalia offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a health club, and a steam room. There are 3 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, spa services, and a library are also featured at the family-friendly Dar El Ghalia. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. An area shuttle within 3 km and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Fes riad is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 3 coffee shops
  • Built in 1845
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • 1 conference room
Dar El Ghalia offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes and complimentary toiletries.

This Fes riad provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 2 per day); reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 3 km
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (EUR 2 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 3 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Health club
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 AM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Dar El Ghalia

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: EUR 25
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 50.00
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 25 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 50
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 25 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 90.92
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 50 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 90.92
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 50 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 40
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 25 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.44 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: EUR 20 (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle transfer per child: EUR 20 (one-way), from 1 to 12 years old

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: EUR 20 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 10 (one-way), (from 1 to 12 years old)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 2 per night
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 3 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 2 per day
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 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 credit cards and cash
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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, Eurocard, and cash.

We should mention

  • The outdoor pool opens for the season in July.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Dar El Ghalia
Dar Ghalia
Dar Ghalia Hotel
Dar Ghalia Hotel El
Dar El Ghalia Fes
Dar El-Ghalia Hotel Fes
Dar El Ghalia Hotel Fes
Dar El Ghalia Hotel
Dar El Ghalia Fes
Dar El Ghalia Riad
Dar El Ghalia Riad Fes

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dar El Ghalia to the airport?

Dar El Ghalia is 10.9 mi (19-min drive) away from the Fes (FEZ-Saiss) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dar El Ghalia?

As of May 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dar El Ghalia on Jun 23, 2024 start from $42.49, 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 Dar El Ghalia have an airport shuttle?

Dar El Ghalia offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 20 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Dar El Ghalia offer free breakfast?

Dar El Ghalia offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Dar El Ghalia?

No, there is no casino at this riad.

What time is check-in at Dar El Ghalia?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Dar El Ghalia?

Free parking is not available at this riad. Self parking is available for EUR 2 per night, and valet parking for EUR 3 per day.

Does Dar El Ghalia have a pool?

Dar El Ghalia features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Dar El Ghalia have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like Moroccan cuisine, brunch, and happy hour.

Does Dar El Ghalia have a spa?

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

How close is Dar El Ghalia to downtown Fes?

Dar El Ghalia is 3.6 mi away from Fes.

Dar El Ghalia Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 93 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hicham

Liked: Staff & service
Very nice Riad with a grandeur feeling - my room was large and when enjoying the patio you can really see all the little touches that add to its charm. Location is literally a 3 minutes walk from where you can take a cab. Great Riad within the Medina and very nice host
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

peeter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
just amazing
It was the best stay of my 10days trip without any doubt! What a place! Riad with history , very authentic. As I was only guest for 2 nights, I got excellent service and huge room with all the comfort. Owner had lived there forever runs the place, so it was great to hear about history. Absolutely good restaurant, nice breakfast. Recommendation: use the tour-guide that they offer you-helps a lot to navigate in the city. Only negative aspect: parking-they just do not have it and You have to leave you car in 7 minutes distance...if they have space in there at all
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Goos Value
The hotel is a little hard to find, but they have a spray painted sign on the wall (high up) nearby. There is an elevator to get to your rooms, breakfast was nice, room was a little dusty but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
an amazing palace-like property with a real old-world sensibility, and an outstanding staff - friendly and helpful in every way.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is beautiful and the breakfast is nice. It really is a special place that makes you feel like you've gone back in time. I highly recommend it. The towels could have been fresher is my only feedback. We also received help finding a good guide, which I appreciated. We loved Mohammad, who served us breakfast and helped to walk us to the taxis when we needed help.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Authentic Riad
This was a nice riad, but could be great. The building is spectacular and I hope someone soon gives it the TLC it deserves. The wine and beer selection was inclusive but the availability of what was on the menu was disappointing... it would be better to have listed only what is really available. The upstairs terrace was dusty but we enjoyed an evening up there despite this. The attentiveness of the main hostess and his helper was on point. Our stay overall was good because our expectations were reasonable based in the price. I would also recommend the riad but at present it is a 3-star property with 5-star potential!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Access to property very poor and had to be accompanied in case you got lost .
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's beautiful and in such a fun location! The staff goes above and beyond. Tons of smiles. Felt like home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very beautiful place
Very beautiful place. The place itself can be a tourist attraction. Very helpful and friendly staff. Delicious food. However, half the time, there was no hot water. The location is also not that good as it is difficult to find it amidst the labyrinth that is the old city. The bedroom was upstairs which was slightly inconvenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Off season leaves poor impression
A spectacularly beautiful setting--almost like a movie set ( of 2 centuries wealthy decor). The large dining room was the centerpiece: We were excited when we walked in. Off season the staff were not particularly interested enough in us to bother much- except to collect money. The breakfast was not palatable. So we didn't bother the next day. The server for dinner did not have a clue about serving utensils or other needs! (Probably his & the cook's first night?) Our room was very dark making reading difficult. While 2 antique lamps stood ready, there were no outlets to reach them! The bed was comfortable. The bolster and pillows challenged comfort. The bathroom was very good as was our room's decor. The winding thru the medina eventuality made us feel successful at finding our way back. Note: look way up to see signs for it! In a summary: We suspect El Ghalia is a wonderful setting in which to stay. We just can't say this for February.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019