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Dar el Mathaf

3.5 star property
Riad in Fes with free breakfast and a steam room

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Balcony
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Interior
Towels
Reception hall

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
31 derb serraj talaa sghira, Fes
  • Blue Gate
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place Bou Jeloud
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Fes (FEZ-Saiss)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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Room options

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Triple Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

Economy Double Room (salle de bain sur palier )

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Fes

Located in Fes El Bali, Dar el Mathaf is next to Water Clock and Bou Inania Madrasa. This 3.5-star riad has 7 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.
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What's nearby

  • Blue Gate - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bou Inania Madrasa - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Place Bou Jeloud - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Borj Fez Mall - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Fes Station - 8 min drive
  • Fes (FEZ-Saiss) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Tarbouche - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fondouk Bazaar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Ruined Garden - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chez Rachid - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cinema Café - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Dar el Mathaf

Riad in Fes with free breakfast and a steam room
Dar el Mathaf features a steam room, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Electric kettles are also included.
Recreational amenities at the riad include a steam room.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 2 per day)
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant à la carte

Things to do

  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.72 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.

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 2 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per night

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 accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply).

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.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Dar el Mathaf Hotel Fes
Dar el Mathaf Hotel
Dar el Mathaf Fes
Dar el Mathaf Fes
Dar el Mathaf Riad
Dar el Mathaf Riad Fes

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Dar el Mathaf?

Dar el Mathaf provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Dar el Mathaf?

As of May 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dar el Mathaf on May 25, 2025 start from $27.35, 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of Dar el Mathaf?

This riad is situated in Fes El Bali, just steps from Bou Inania Madrasa and Blue Gate, and within a short walk of Place Bou Jeloud. You'll also find Kairaouine Mosque and Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Dar el Mathaf?

No, this riad doesn't offer parking.

Is a spa located at Dar el Mathaf?

Spa services at the riad include massages.

Does Dar el Mathaf feature a casino on the premises?

No, Dar el Mathaf doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Dar el Mathaf?

No, there is no indoor pool at this riad.

Is Dar el Mathaf good for couples?

Couples staying at this riad will appreciate amenities like a turndown service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Dar el Mathaf?

No, but this riad does have a steam room.

Does Dar el Mathaf have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Dar el Mathaf serves free breakfast (local cuisine) at Restaurant à la carte each morning.

Does Dar el Mathaf allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dar el Mathaf.

Are there connecting rooms at Dar el Mathaf?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this riad.

What is the closest airport to Dar el Mathaf?

The closest major airport to Dar el Mathaf is Fes (FEZ-Saiss), which is 10.2 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Dar el Mathaf?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Dar el Mathaf.

Dar el Mathaf Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 57 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We appreciated that the receptionist met us out on the street when we got out of the taxi and walked us to the riad. The AC and WIFI worked great in our room and we liked hanging out on the upstairs terace in the mornings and evenings. Breakfast is at 9 am and consisted of coffee and traditional bread products and toppings. We enjoyed out stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Detlef, Apex

Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rahim, Southampton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was staying here a couple of days as I needed to attend court with my fiancée as part of the marriage process. The woman who works at the property is lovely! Looks after her guests and the location is convenient. Right inside the old city near Bab bouljoud. Breakfast provided is also a delightful traditional Moroccan one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Paya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Close to the heart of medina and also taxi station
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Catia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs to be better

The bedroom offered was run down and the hotel needs a good refurbishment. Place was very difficult to find and I didn't felt safe in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Daventry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really great place that is very near to the main medina. Lovely host, quiet, clean cosy room and a very tasty breakfast. I'll definitely stay here next time!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Elina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Feels like being welcomed in to their family

Super service! A very quick response to arrange a pick up from a late night flight (on FB messenger), even so we were warmly welcomed with mint tea and. The room was fine but if you want to sleep in it might be better to be higher up rather than 'in' the reception / breakfast area. Everybody was really nice, and the breakfast is good, even for vegans, with freshly squeezed juice and nice coffee. Location-wise it's also good, especially for when you first arrive, as it's not too far in to the maze, and also an easy walk to the bus station.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is very friendly but we felt we got less value compared to similarly priced Riads around Morocco. The beds were extremely hard, the room was dirty, and we were shocked that the toilette is in the bathroom. There was also a smell of still water from the bathroom that was very uncomfortable. This place has a very pleasant rooftop, though. To me this felt more like a bargain hostel than a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

MT, Vancouver

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful and welcoming. Nabil and staff took the time to chat with us during check-in, recommended places to see and restaurants for dinner. One of the days they were sharing a meal together and asked us to join in and try! Food was absolutely delicious. Our breakfast spread was Moroccan dishes which included freshly squeezed orange juice, mint tea, coffee, msemen, beghrir, croissants along side cheese, butter, honey and jams. The place will likely be a bit noisier during busier times of the year because you can hear people walking in the alley outside. Perhaps that's the case because our room was on the ground floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Pou Leng

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Clean room, we had air-conditioning for heating the room as it was cold when we stayed. No toiletries in the bathroom although when we asked for it they gave us
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

margaritha

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

Excellent all around

Run by siblings in their family home, I felt super welcome here. Excellent service, excellent breakfast, excellent ambiance and excellent location. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, Puerto Rico

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this Riad! The room had enough space. The AC worked perfectly! The bathroom was clean. The lovely ladies that work there were very attentive to our needs. We would totally come back to this Riad!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady who received us was sooo helpful and nice. She tried to make us feel comfortable and pleased with suggestions of where to eat and visit. My only complaint is that our air conditioner didnt work so we couldnt sleep very well and the tv didnt work either. Since they dont have reception 24 hours we couldnt complain. Our room was #5.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rolf

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

Great Moroccan hospitality

Family owned property with a warm feeling and excellent food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Paul

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

A very pleasant stay which we highly recommend

The riyad is very very close to the blue Gate and the beginning of the Medina of Fez. The Riyad itself is very nicely decorated with typical Moroccan style. The breakfast was very good and the people at the reception Hasna and Sana are extremely nice and friendly and so was the owner of the house. The only downside are the high steps which is slightly uncomfortable for those not fit, and over 55 years. But this is a typical Riyad. and this is the real Morocco. I would definetely recommend it to anyone who is looking for a decent place, for a decent price with a Maroccan flair.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location, but smelly room

The washroom in the room is super smelly. We can smell it even with the bathroom door closed and the shower door can not be closed properly. There is water everywhere. Also, there is no cleaning service if you stay for two nights continuously.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Al

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

Great spot

Great location and the woman at the desk was very helpful. Good local breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed in three sifferent raids. If I were to return, this is the one I would stay at again. The raid is small but the staff wae super helpful and kind. They speak English which was so helpful. Upon arrival I got a brief history of the riad and important information for navagating the medina. They arranged excursions for me that I enjoyed. This did not happen at the other riads I stayed at. That extra personal touch makes a huge difference in one’s stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

Abdelhakim

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Saaid

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

Relation client a revoir

Endroit bien situe à besoin de plus de propreté. Vétusté au niveau des chambres. La qualité du matelas et de l'oreiller laissait à désirer. Wifi de bonne qualite a l espace accueil mais quasi inexistant dans les chambres. Ménage à revoir et problème à signaler au niveau de l’eau chaude : débit non régulier. Aux premiers abords, Hasnaa la gérante est plutôt sympa mais pensez à vérifier votre règlement et éviter de payer des taxes imaginaires… Faites le lien entre le paiement demandé sur Hotels.com et le prix annoncé sur place. Petit déjeuner simple mais tardif à partir de 9h. Pas de cuisine sur place mais possibilité de restauration (des plats réchauffés probablement acheté au snack du coin) Autre information : malgré mes multiples relances sur place et après mon départ aucune preuve de règlement ne m’a été fourni donc si besoin est ne comptez pas dessus. Dernière remarque mon fils, à ma grande surprise, a été sollicité pour faire les taches de la femme de chambre a savoir distribué le papier toilette aux résidents sur place et faire une course à l’épicerie du client. Il reste malgré tout un client …
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Bolivar

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

Hotel hogareño cerca de la medina

Hotel pequeño pero hogareño en una ubicación inmejorable, cerca de la puerta azul de la Medina de Fez. Restaurantes deliciosos y baratos cercanos. Atención esmerada y casera, lo que le da gran confianza a los visitantes. Desayuno rico y variado. Como único punto negativo, la escasa señal de wifi que llegaba a la habitación.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sofiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Marie

Disliked: Staff & service

N'y allez pas !

L'accueil de l'hôtesse a été très agréable le premier jour puis glacial les jours suivants, sans explication. Ton autoritaire, table du petit déjeuner débarrassée sans avoir fini, avec même lumière éteinte... Chambre non-faite malgré notre demande, serviettes inchangées... Ce matin départ expédié, le sachet du petit déjeuner à manger à l'aéroport m'a été balancé sur les genoux, suivi d'un "Allez le taxi attend" fort peu aimable. Sinon joli riad très bien situé. A éviter pour un couple de femmes ? C'est ce qui a dérangé ?? Je ne vois aucune autre raison !
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

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