Riad Zara

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May 2026

June 2026

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pool
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Bar
Laundry

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294 Derb Ben Salek, Bab Aylen, Boutouil, Medina, Marrakech, 40008

Place, Marrakech Museum
‪16 min walk‬
Place, Bahia Palace
‪20 min walk‬
Place, Jemaa el-Fnaa
‪5 min drive‬
Airport, Marrakech (RAK-Menara)
‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room

Garden view
151 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Double Room

Garden view
151 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Double Suite

Garden view
248 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

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

Garden view
161 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

183 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

A room with a yellow door, a decorative screen, a mirror, and a small table with water bottles and a tissue box.

Superior Double or Twin Room

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Exclusive Villa

6 bedrooms
Sleeps 15
6 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Marrakech

Located in Medina, Riad Zara is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Jemaa el-Fnaa and Bahia Palace. This 7-room, 3-star guesthouse has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a rooftop terrace.

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What's nearby

Marrakech Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Ben Youssef Madrasa - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Le Jardin Secret - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
Bahia Palace - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
Jemaa el-Fnaa - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

Marrakech Central Station - 17 min drive
Menara Airport (RAK) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Naranj - ‬18 min walk
‪Iraki Shawarma - ‬16 min walk
‪L'mida Marrakech - ‬16 min walk
‪Bigua - ‬14 min walk
‪Mandala Society - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Riad Zara

Riad Zara offers a children's pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for MAD 250 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this golf guesthouse include coffee/tea in a common area, a library, and a terrace.

Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Hair dryers are also included.

Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

$51 nightly

May 4 - May 5

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Garden
Rooftop terrace

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

1 building
3 floors
Designated smoking areas
Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Food and drink

Free bottled water

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

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

You'll be asked to pay these 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

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.

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 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

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

Check-in: 5:00 PM—-7:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25

The front desk is available during limited hours. 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 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.
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 accepts credit cards and cash.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
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 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
No alcohol is permitted at Riad Zara.
There are no elevators.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Riad Zara?

Riad Zara offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Riad Zara?

This guesthouse is situated in Medina within a short 18-minute walk of Bahia Palace and also 16 minutes on foot from Marrakech Museum. You'll also find Jemaa el-Fnaa and Marrakech Plaza within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Riad Zara?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Does Riad Zara feature a casino?

No, Riad Zara doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Riad Zara?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse. Guests have pool access between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Riad Zara?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some accommodations include a garden view.

Are there hot tubs at Riad Zara?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Riad Zara feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Riad Zara serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Riad Zara allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Riad Zara.

Are there connecting rooms at Riad Zara?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Riad Zara?

The closest major airport to Riad Zara is Menara Airport (RAK), which is 6.8 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Riad Zara?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer either a balcony and a lanai where guests can enjoy garden and courtyard views.

Riad Zara Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Nov 27, 2024

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

Mar 23, 2023

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

Oct 5, 2022

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

Mar 23, 2018

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

Dec 31, 2016

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

Nov 20, 2016

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

Nov 16, 2016

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

Nov 13, 2016

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

lovely traditional riad w helpful landlady

10/10 Excellent

Mark and Maria

Oct 24, 2016

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

Dec 31, 2015

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

Jun 9, 2015

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

May 19, 2015

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

May 13, 2015

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Whistler

May 8, 2015

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

Jan 5, 2015

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

Nov 13, 2014

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

Nov 6, 2014

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

Jun 25, 2014

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

Mar 28, 2014

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

Apr 11, 2011

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

Apr 13, 2023

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

Mar 20, 2019

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

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner

Feb 15, 2019

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

Feb 3, 2019

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

Jan 29, 2019

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

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Outdoors

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

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Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

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Riad Zara Reviews

Reviews

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9.8/10

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9.0/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Aaron

6/10 Okay

George

Disappointing service received

George