Riad Essaada

4.0 star property
Riad with a full-service spa, a short walk to Jemaa el-Fnaa

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Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Derb Habib Allah 37, Mouassine, 37, Marrakech, Marrakesh-Safi, 40000
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Koutoubia Mosque
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Majorelle Garden
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Marrakech (RAK-Menara)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Marrakech

Located in Medina, Riad Essaada is next to Dar el Bacha Palace and Le Jardin Secret. This 6-room, 4-star riad welcomes guests with free breakfast, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Le Jardin Secret - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Koutoubia Mosque - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Le Grand Casino de La Mamounia - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Majorelle Garden - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Marrakech Central Station - 25 min drive
  • Menara Airport (RAK) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rooftop Terrace - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nomad - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Café des Épices - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Le Jardin - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Terrasse des Épices - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Riad Essaada

Riad with a full-service spa, a short walk to Jemaa el-Fnaa
Renovated in 2025, Riad Essaada offers a full-service spa, a children's pool, and a rooftop terrace. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 15 per vehicle one-way, as well as limo/town car service. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this spa riad include free WiFi in public areas, a porter/bellhop, and barbecue grills.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer bathrobes. Wardrobes or closets are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the riad include a children's pool.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the riad's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a steam room. The spa is open select days.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Greek, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (EUR 4 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 15; reservation required

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Children's pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open select days
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1800
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - June 2025
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15.0 per day

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 15 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 4 per day(984 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 15

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property only accepts cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the riad at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Riad Essaada Riad
Riad Essaada Marrakech
Riad Essaada Riad Marrakech

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Riad Essaada?

Riad Essaada offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Riad Essaada?

This riad is situated in Medina, just steps from Dar el Bacha Palace and Le Jardin Secret, and within a short walk of Jemaa el-Fnaa. You'll also find Marrakech Plaza and Majorelle Garden within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Riad Essaada?

No, there isn't parking at this riad.

Is there a spa available at Riad Essaada?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include body treatments, mani/pedis, facials, and massages. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does Riad Essaada feature a casino on the premises?

No, Riad Essaada doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Riad Essaada?

No, there is no indoor pool at this riad.

Is Riad Essaada good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this riad, including a bar, a restaurant, and a full-service spa.

Does Riad Essaada have a hot tub?

No, but this riad does have a steam room.

Does Riad Essaada have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Riad Essaada serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Riad Essaada allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Riad Essaada.

Are there connecting rooms at Riad Essaada?

No, this riad doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Riad Essaada?

The closest major airport to Riad Essaada is Menara Airport (RAK), which is 4.8 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Riad Essaada?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Riad Essaada.

Riad Essaada Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 28 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Paul, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were totally fab but this riad is basic, with slightly tatty decor, down a ramshackle alley with derelict buildings and rubbish piled up next door.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Toni

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Cozy hidden place

Nice Riad in Medina of Marrakesh. In back alleys, close to the square
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely Riad with very pleasant staff. A little hidden in the back alleys of the Medina but did make it quieter. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gerardo, FONTANA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good service in the staff. Very clean and good customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The people in the Riad who looked after from check-in to breakfast were super friendly and nothing was too much trouble. After a little mix up with the taxi from the airport everything else was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikee Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend this riad.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lies on information about having a Spa, Bar, Restaurant etc.etc. Staff were polite but absolutely uselesss asked us if he could answer our questions the next day. Hard to find in the dirty alley ways. Room was sold as a Superior Suite which turned out to be a small room with a double and small single bed crammed in. Very disappointing. Tried to sort things out while their but staff not willing to help.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bassam

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s almost impossible to find so they did send someone to walk me to the hotel and walk me back to the car and carry my luggage but it’s nowhere in the write up that it’s difficult. The people were nice and the room was OK.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Buena atencion por parte del personal

Cumple para ir a ver ciudad,muy bien limpieza y atención de Said, desayunos caseros, terraza chula,cerca plaza Jemaa el Fna.Como negativo el aspecto malo de las callejuelas hasta que llegas que no hacen justicia a como luego esta por dentro.Por el precio cumple. Tambien destacar que No hay Spa como anuncia y no pude contactar con ellos antes para contratar traslados del aeropuerto,aunque al llegar Sí nos estaban esperando para la entrada.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander Blanco

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Remco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mooie Riad. Prima gelegen dichtbij alle bezienswaardigheden. De service was heel goed. Vriendelijke mensen, doen alles voor je. Het ontbijt was eenvoudig, maar helemaal prima. Alleen de weg ernaar toe is iets minder, kleine achteraf steegjes. Je denkt eerst, waar kom ik terecht, maar als je eenmaal binnenstapt ben je aangenaam verrast.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good experience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Karine

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

Rolig placering og venligt personale

Dejlig beliggenhed, en rolig oase når man trænger til en pause fra Medinaens larm og “skønne kaos”. Personalet er meget venlige og imødekommende. Fik endda muligheden for at sende privat sms til en, såfremt hun skulle booke en tid til hammam for mig. De arrangerede upåklagelig bagageafhentning og kørsel til lufthavnen til en meget rimelig pris. Sidst men ikke mindst serverede de en skøn myntete.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Desiree

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fue horrible nos tuvimos que ir a otro sitio
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdelmounaim

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

Beautiful

Beautiful place! Very hell ful and nice people working there. If you want the real maroccain feeling go here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Sympa personnel adorable très bien placé

Très sympa, les gens sont adorables. Très bien placé . Petit bémol sur la pression de la douche chaude. Mais personnel aux petits soins.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Francisca

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Erik

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

Best service ever

Nice riad hotel in the old town hard to find the first time but follow the pink arrows. Extremly helpfull staff. Going for a hot air ballontrip at 04.45 AM the followed us to the pick up point.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CELIA

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Tres bien, personnel tres serviable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

djamel

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Parfait super séjour

Parfait hôte à l écoute et présent si besoin sinon séjour parfait à proximité de la grande place donc parfait. Les 2 bémoles sont la localisation impossible en voiture donc il serait bien de préciser qu’il faille se garer dans un parking privé. Là deuxième chose est le petit déjeuner très bon mais il ne reflète pas le Maroc avec ces crêpes melloui et ralcha pour ceux qui connaissent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024