Riad Africa

3.5 star property
Family-friendly riad with 2 indoor pools, near Mellah Market

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Courtyard
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Terrace/patio
Reception
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Experience the warm hospitality at Riad Africa, a family-friendly haven near El Badi Palace. Unwind with spa services, enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant or lounge by one of two pools. With free WiFi and helpful multilingual staff, this riad offers comfort and connection.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 2 indoor pools
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Terrace
The current price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov

Room options

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Single Safari Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double/Twin Safari Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double/Twin Super Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Single Super Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Safari Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Triple Super Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Safari Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Quadruple Super Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard Area

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Economy Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Traditional House

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
5 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 70 sq m
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
94-95 Derb Sakka, Marrakech, 40000

What's nearby

  • Mellah Market - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • El Badi Palace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bahia Palace - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Koutoubia Mosque - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Marrakech (RAK-Menara) - 18 min drive
  • Marrakech Central Station - 14 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪DarDar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel Tazi - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fine Mama - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Otto - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Koulchi Zine Rooftop Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Riad Africa

Riad Africa is just 4 mi (6.4 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can indulge in Swedish massages or manicures and pedicures, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include 2 indoor pools, a rooftop terrace and a bar/lounge. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
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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
    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing a room
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Bed rails
  • Cabinet locks

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2002
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • 2 indoor pools
  • Bike parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 26.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of MAD 225 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 4)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 11 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 56/2013

Also known as

Riad Africa
Riad Africa Marrakech
Africa Marrakech
Riad Africa Riad
Riad Africa Marrakech
Riad Africa Riad Marrakech

Frequently asked questions

Does Riad Africa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Riad Africa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Riad Africa?

Yes, there are 2 indoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Riad Africa?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Riad Africa?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is MAD 225 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Riad Africa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Riad Africa?

No, this riad doesn't have a casino, but Le Grand Casino de La Mamounia (17-min walk) and Casino de Marrakech (4-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Riad Africa and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Riad Africa also has 2 indoor pools.

Are there restaurants at or near Riad Africa?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Riad Africa like?

Riad Africa is in Medina, a short 9-minute walk from Jemaa el-Fnaa and 11 minutes' walk from Koutoubia Mosque.

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Riad Africa Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and served in a lovely setting on the rooftop terrace. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Africa medina stay

Lovely people and food and room was great
Steven, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice atmosphere, lovely rooftop terrace
Ingeborg, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Close and walkable to most places of interest. Didn’t get to spend lot of time at the property as I had a packed short trip but they have nice rooftop space to relax and enjoy
Jatinder, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay in a beautiful spot

Overall we really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect (less than a 15 min walk to many Marrakech attractions) and the building was spotless and beautiful. I think the room we'd reserved was double booked because we were placed in a smaller room the first night, but were subsequently upgraded to a junior suit the second night. The staff were very helpful and did everything they could to improve our stay, including finding a room that was a bit more accessible for my mobility issues.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

I chose this Riad since it was good value and also had the pools and spa. I booked the spa package which was excellent and refreshing. Place isn't new but it's charming and I had a nice stay there. The breakfast was simple but nice, beds comfortable and they had air-conditioning which is much needed as it was very hot. The staff went above and beyond to make your stay comfortable, very helpful and friendly. Overall it was an excellent stay.
Karina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a delightful 8 night stay at this gorgeous riad. Great location. Very quiet and only a 5 minute walk to the bustling souks. The staff are so friendly and helpful and the roof terraces are so pretty where breakfast is served every morning. The riad boasts an elegant library comprising of sumptuous sofas with an array of books and a separate room for playing chess. Very comfortable canopied areas all around the riad if the heat is too much or in the event of a shower. Top terrace has loungers with large sun umbrellas and there is an abundance of outside seating with tables. It was a joy to stay there!
Mary, 8-night trip

8/10 Very good

Some of the outdoor furniture was shabby and outdoor space did not feel very relaxing. Nowhere to get a drink in the road - both would have been greatly appreciated after the hustle and bustle outside. Staff were very attentive and helpful, with service at breakfast and daily room cleaning deserving of a special mention. It was in the perfect location close to lots of restaurants. Not sure I would book the trips again as we were the only people in the groups!
MARY, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rett ved en gøy shopping gate som leder deg til souk
Everline k, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Slidt og trist affære

Ventede halvanden time på værelset - længe efter normal tjek ind. Tarveligt værelse, ingen rengøring, ekstrem tarvelig morgenmad, ingen hynder på solsenge. Alt i alt et slidt og trist ophold.
Torben, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Arrived to be told that the room I had booked was not available, and we were being put in there sister riad. At 1st I was not impressed . Once taken to the other riad I changed my mind. It was amazing, the room had everything that you wanted. Kettle, fridge, tea and coffee, smart tv and air-conditioning. Room was very clean. Only downside I can say is the shower was always cold. Breakfast was amazing and and the hosts were great, nothing was too much trouble. They even gave my wife and I a amazing evening dinner for the inconvenience. Would definitely stay here again.
Nicholas, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

Expérience convenable sans plus. Climatisation qui ne fonctionne pas bien ou pas du tout, wc défectueuse (chasse d'eau qui ne fonctionne pas). Une des chambres sans fenêtre avec une forte odeur d'humidité. Dommage car le personnel a fait de son mieux pour tenter de régler la situation.
Jean-Philippe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location
Jason, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

My daughter and I had a good stay at this property. The room was comfortable, the bathroom was pretty small and didn’t drain very well. There was some construction noise early in the morning, probably work going on in one of the adjacent rooms. Since it happened on the day we were leaving, we didn’t bother to bring it up with the staff.
Chitra, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

I had read the reviews so knew what i was likely to find. The transfer from the airport worked smoothly and the entry to the riad was fine. I was greeted by a young man (Said) and put in a
Karen, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

Not sure if the hype of this place lived up to expectations upon reading reviews. The host is lovely and more than welcoming however everything runs on “African time” so don’t expect to do anything on time. Its sometimes a nice change from the chaos outside the riad in Marrakech streets, but difficult with a hungry toddler. The property is well maintained, but down a quiet dirty street. The service was slow and they were unable to keep up with breakfast demand. The roof terrace was nice but worn and most of the shades broken.
Nathaniel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel

Close to everything. Good service - friendly staff
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic

I had an fantastic stay. The people who worked here were super nice and helpful. The place was beautiful, clean and comfortable. Everything you can ever need and want. And it's super sentral, but without any noise from the streets. I wish i could live here 😄
Hilde Marja, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Personnel très sympa Chambres petites mais propres et jolies Petit déjeuner crêpes (marocaines et françaises) et oeufs maison, jus industriel et céréales.
Virginie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The services provided by the property were ok. No complimentary tea or warm reception. Just water was provided. One issue I had and wasn’t addressed properly by the staff was about arranging a pickup from the station to Riad, I contacted the property via Expedia and there was no WhatsApp info, they didn’t respond to query in time. When I showed them unanswered messages the staff was trying to tell me that you may have contacted wrong property. I politely explained pls check this message it is sent directly to your property, there is no other property. I had to arrange a private pick up, wait at the station for 30 mins, pay extra for the trolley service and the staff response was “oh well you are here now”. One more time I asked for transportation back to the Airport I asked for help but their reference rates were very high as compared to services offered by others in the same area. To be clear these are not their direct services but extended services or through their affiliates. But for a tourist not familiar with the area and to get an end to end experience these were big gaps that I didn’t experience at any other Riad. All other Riads in Morocco were very helpful and arranged these services happily, Going out of their way and tried to make a good experience for me and my family.
MOhammed, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The room was spotlessly clean and well equipped, but extremely small, especially the bathroom. It was a very slim single bed with a hard mattress, and noise during the night from the power unit. The breakfast was fine, and location good (nearby the road and the main square). Also very good and fast service at check-in.
Rein Blaalid, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of my best holidays. I was welcomed by staff. Great location, few minutes walk to Djemaa el Fna.
Mahamed, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hat mir gut gefallen. Die Zimmer sind kleiner als auf dem Foto. Jedoch das Personal war immer überaus Freundlich und Hilfsbereit. Das essen im Riad war herrlich! Man erreicht das Riad gut zu Fuss von der Strasse wo die Taxi Staton ist. Danke für den liebevollen Aufenthalt.
Laira Kyra Mi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly & helpful staff very convenient for the shops & square
Norm, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Riad centrale, sempre pulito, ottima colazione in terrazza, personale gentile e disponibile.
Silvia, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Riad très bon qualité prix. Excellent séjour, discret, reposant, calme. Il est également idéalement situé, vous pouvez tout faire à pied.
Helene, 5-night trip