Rabat – For travelers, accommodation is a crucial part of the trip. As a world-renowned tourism destination, Morocco offers a wide and diverse range of accommodation options.
The first reaction for many is to go to the hotels. They are easy and familiar to search, book, and check in, and they offer standardized services and processes.
This is certainly a wonderful choice. But now that you’ve already come to Morocco, why not consider some more unique opportunities?
Riad, for example, is a type of Moroccan traditional house, with an interior garden and gorgeous decorations, located in the old Medina.
Compared with standard hotels, Moroccan riads could offer many perks. Given their distinctive architectural structure, riads are warm in winter and cool in summer, without an additional heater or air conditioner. Unlike standardized hotels with hundreds of rooms, riads typically have only a few, bringing you more personalized service.
What’s most appealing to travelers is that living in such an accommodation is a brilliant and rare way to experience the local lifestyle immersively.
Are your destinations in Marrakech, Fez, Rabat, or Tangier? Why not look at some fantastic accommodations?
Marrakech
Bô Riad Boutique Hotel & Spa: This is a space that combines accommodation and spa. You can experience a Moroccan massage here in a very convenient and affordable way. At the centre of the riad is a green swimming pool, which is really Instagrammable. Traditional Moroccan breakfast is also available here. Last but not least, it is only 5 minutes away from the popular spot Jemaa el-Fnaa square!
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech: If you’re traveling with family or for business, this resort is a great choice. Although one drawback is that if you stay here, you may need to rent a car for transportation, as it is a little far away from the main attractions. But no worries, even if you don’t leave here at all, you will receive excellent service. Here is a kid’s club, tennis court, family and quiet pool, gym and fitness lessons, laundry, and everything you may wish for.
Fez
Palais Riad Nazha Fes: Located just 20-minutes walking distance from the Chouara Tannery, the University of Al-Qarawiyyin, and the mosque. It is a top choice for many tourists visiting Fez. The spa here is awesome, including body treatments and facials. Here are 3 restaurants, including Moroccan cuisine and a cafe. The business center is convenient here, thus you can balance working and relaxing. Also, it is available to book a round-trip airport shuttle, express check-in, and check-out.
Fes Marriott Hotel Jnan Palace: A luxury resort with outdoor pool, fitness centre, lounge, extensive meetings, events facilities, and 8 restaurants. You can enjoy the Moroccan, French, Mediterranean, and international cruise, grill, cafe, and various drinks and desserts. What makes this five-star hotel truly special is that it’s a palatial building, and it’s recently renovated. It is located in a new quarter of the city, meaning that it’s quite close to Medina.
Rabat
Riad Dar Saidi: In fact, the interior decoration here always reminds the imagination of “One Thousand and One Nights”. It’s located on the edge of Medina, and just a few minutes’ walk from the beach and the Rabta Ville train station. Since it’s close to the main road, taxis and buses are very convenient and accessible. The breakfast here tastes delicious, so you will get enough energy to travel around.
Rabat Marriott Hotel: This hotel is only a 6-minute drive from Rabat Ville Train Station, while about a 15-minute walk from Rabat Agdal Train Station. There is a large shopping center nearby, the Arribat Center. It also continues to provide comprehensive transportation support, such as pick-up and drop-off flight services. It also offers the Hammam bath, conference center, private dining, and 4 restaurants, including French meals, mixing local charm with an international experience.
Tangier
Riad M’Barka: It’s close to the attractions and beaches you’d like to visit, making it a great place to stay for walking tours. You can have breakfast on the beautiful terrace while overlooking the old Medina. It undoubtedly also offers vegetarian or halal meals. This riad also offers some modern facilities, such as air conditioners, to help you feel at home.
Hilton Tanger City Center: Located in Tangier’s modern city centre, the hotel is just steps from the beach, directly linked to the main train station, and part of the Tanger City Mall complex, making it a convenient choice for both leisure and business travellers. There are lounges, meeting rooms, and a business centre as well, which make it convenient for business people here.
Unlike standardized hotels, there are some default rules for staying in riads. For example, dress code with local cultural requirements, and some riads do not allow drinking indoors. In addition, because the building materials can amplify the sound transmission, it is best to keep quiet to avoid disturbing others.
Enjoy your Morocco journey and have sweet dreams!
