Riad Moucharabieh Hotel

Derb L'Hotel, Bab Doukkala 27, Marrakech, 4000
Locality: Marrakech (9 rooms)

Description of the Riad Moucharabieh Hotel

The hotel was originally constructed in the 1930s and discerningly and artistically restored in 1997 by Didier Vicaire with particular attention to Moroccan architecture and furnishings. Made up of two adjoining and interconnecting Riads, the original Delacroix wing and the newly completed Matisse wing each offer four air-conditioned rooms, and the Delacroix wing also features a suite. The reception, lounge areas and dining rooms surround the central courtyards, which have been restored in traditional \"\"zelige\"\" (mosaic) and \"\"tadlakt\"\" (plasterwork), carved wood and other Arabesque materials. Further facilities on offer here include a bar, a conference room, a games room, a TV room and a restaurant. Guests may also make use of the room service, and those arriving by car may take advantage of the car park.

Type of hotel:

Guest House / Hostel , Charming Hotel

Location:

This hotel is located in the heart of Medina, near Bab Doukala. A delightful establishment, it offers its guests a warm welcome. The hotel is ideal for those visitors seeking an authentic Moroccan hotel in a very central location. Restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and various shopping facilities can comfortably be reached on foot (about 800 m). Public transport links are located directly in front of the hotel's entrance, and it is only about 10 km to Menara airport.

Room description:

The four rooms in the Matisse wing feature a CD player and a fireplace. There is also a small heating swimming pool. The Delacroix wing offers a Jacuzzi. Roof terraces with sun loungers and parasols laid out ready for use offer guests space in which to relax. The rooms all come with an en suite bathroom with a bath, shower and hairdryer. A radio, a hi-fi, a double or king-size bed, individually adjustable air conditioning and heating, a sitting area, and either a balcony or terrace are also provided in all accommodation units as standard.

Meals:

The chef prepares a typical Moroccan breakfast and can also serve a superb dinner with a few hours' notice. Lunch and dinner may be taken à la carte or as a set menu. The hotel also caters for special dietary requirements. It is also possible to book a half-board or a full-board stay. Drinks are included in the price, with the exception of the \"\"De Luxe\"\".

Sports/Entertainment:

In the hotel grounds there is a heated swimming pool with a poolside snack bar and both sun loungers and parasols laid out ready for use. Guests may also take the opportunity to make use of the Jacuzzi, the solarium, and the massage offerings.

Hotel Facilities of the Riad Moucharabieh Hotel

Outdoor Pool	Room Service	Game Room
Whirlpool	Massage	Breakfast Room
Heated pool	Car Parking	Mobile phone network
Reception Area	Sun loungers	Bar
Fresh Water Pool	24h Front Desk	TV room
24h Front Desk	Parasols	Snack / Pool Bar
Conference Room	Restaurant -s	Restaurant - non-smoking area
Dining room	Safe	Number of pools
Sunbathing Terrace

Room Facilities of the Riad Moucharabieh Hotel

Hairdryer	Balcony	Lounge
Shower	Bathroom	Radio
Terrace	Individual Heating	Double Beds
Individual Air-conditioned	HiFi Stereo system	King Size Beds

Customer reviews of the Riad Moucharabieh Hotel

"Fantastic "
	The best thing about Riad Moucharabieh was:"Staff and building " The worst thing about Riad Moucharabieh was: "Cool waters in showers "
Review by: Mrs A Jacob of Sheffield (Solo leisure) stayed in Riad Moucharabieh Apr 2007
"An Experience Never To Be Forgotten "
	"Great decor friendly and attentive staff all drinks included wonderful atmosphere an adventure even finding it.The only place to stay in Marrakech. Get the riad to arrange taxi to and from airport a bit difficult to find " The best thing about Riad Moucharabieh was:"Decor and staff ,log fires in bedroom " The worst thing about Riad Moucharabieh was: "Nothing "
Review by: Mr C Fraser of Birmingham (Mature couple) stayed in Riad Moucharabieh Dec 2006
"A beautiful place with every facility and wonderful staff "
	"I was completely unsure about what to expect from the riad as it hadn't been recommended to me, I just chose it from your website as it seemed to have what we needed and to be honest I was a bit panicky about not finding anywhere as I had already booked the flights! It was completely beyond my expectations; spotlessly clean with excellent bathroom facilities and heating ( Marrakech can get very cold in December!). My friend whom I travelled with particularly enjoyed the free wine, and my favourite part of the holiday was when men came from the lovely local restaurants to lead us through the medina with lanterns dressed in full traditional outfits - all arranged by Jamal and Majiit at the riad. Majiit and I had fun teaching each other Arabic and English, and they made sure we had plenty of English tea for breakfast. It was too cold to use the pools, but we would go back in the Spring or Autumn to make full use of the beautiful terrace. I cannot recommend this riad highly enough. " The best thing about Riad Moucharabieh was:"Majiit and Jamal " The worst thing about Riad Moucharabieh was: "We weren't offered dinner, you had to ask. "
Review by: Ms D Daulby of Greenwich (Mature adult friends) stayed in Riad Moucharabieh Dec 2006
"Oasis in the madness! "
	"Overall we were there for 4 nights and it was really good mainly because it was completely different to Europe. You need to be prepared to barter with the Souk (Market) traders, you also need to be very wary about who is talking to you and where they are taking you. Number of times we got lost in the Medina and got accosted by the locals trying to extort money out of us. Its all born out of the poverty but we came back feeling a bit broke because we got lost so much ... great for an experience but next time I'll be wiser. Even the kids of about 2 are trying to extort money from you ... its intelligent psychological begging and they seem to be very good at it. I think they see any white european looking person as super rich so they try to milk you. Some tips to help out that worked were to where sunglasses so the locals can't see the fear in your eyes. Keep the map hidden as much as you can as they see that and think you're lost straight away. Don't give up with the bartering. If he says 20 Dinahs you say 2 and work it out from there. You'll see the prices come flying down esspecially if you start walking away. Whatever it is from a leather bag to a taxi start off with the attitude that you don't need it and you'll be alright ... even if you do need it. Last tip is that it should cost no more than 50 Dinahs to get to and from the airport. Best of Luck .. " The best thing about Riad Moucharabieh was:"Very quiet considering the Madness of Marrakech. Feels nice and safe, easy, welcoming ... " The worst thing about Riad Moucharabieh was: "Got a bit bored of the pancakes for breakfast everyday ... although they were quite nice the first time. "
Review by: Mr J Regan of London (Young couple) stayed in Riad Moucharabieh Nov 2006

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