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Dar Bensouda

4.0 star property
Fes hotel in Fes El Bali with full-service spa and free breakfast
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Courtyard
Courtyard
Outdoor pool
Junior Suite | View from room
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
14 Zkak El Bghel, Elquettanine, Fes, 30202
  • Place R'cif
    1 min walk
  • Saffarin Madrasa
    2 min walk
  • University of Al Quaraouiyine
    5 min walk
  • Fes (FEZ-Saiss)
    19 min drive

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite Deluxe Bensouda

Suite Deluxe Bensouda

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Fes

At Dar Bensouda you'll be within steps of Place R'cif and Saffarin Madrasa. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages and facials. The restaurant, Restaurant Dar Bensouda, serves Moroccan cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a Turkish bath/hammam and laundry facilities. Each morning free local cuisine breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Fes El Bali hotel include Seffarine Square and Moulay Idriss Zawiya.

What's nearby

  • University of Al Quaraouiyine - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Medersa Bou-Inania - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Blue Gate - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Place Bou Jeloud - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Fes Station - 6 min drive
  • Fes (FEZ-Saiss) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Ryad Nejjarine - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪cafe rsif - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Tarbouche - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fondouk Bazaar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Palais Amani - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Dar Bensouda

Fes hotel in Fes El Bali with full-service spa and free breakfast
Dar Bensouda offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Dar Bensouda also features a terrace, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 4-star Fes hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Dar Bensouda offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials and body treatments. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

Languages

Arabic, English, French

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Offsite parking available (MAD 30 per day)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Dar Bensouda

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Dar Bensouda

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 300.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 19.80 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: MAD 200 per person (one way)
  • Nearby parking fee: MAD 30 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 300.0 per night

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

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Bensouda
Dar Bensouda
Dar Bensouda Fes
Dar Bensouda Hotel
Dar Bensouda Hotel Fes
Riad Dar Bensouda Hotel Fes
Dar Bensouda Fes
Dar Bensouda Hotel
Dar Bensouda Hotel Fes

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Dar Bensouda?

Dar Bensouda offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Dar Bensouda?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dar Bensouda on 2 Dec 2024 start from NZ$163.21, including 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.

Is there a spa on site at Dar Bensouda?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Dar Bensouda. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments.

Does Dar Bensouda have a pool?

Dar Bensouda has an outdoor pool.

Does Dar Bensouda serve breakfast?

You bet, free local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dar Bensouda?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dar Bensouda?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Dar Bensouda's onsite restaurant that serves Moroccan cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dar Bensouda?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Dar Bensouda?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Dar Bensouda Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 116 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 116 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 116 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 116 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 116 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Saquib

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
This was dep in the medinah— not easy to get to and it was extremely noisy. A decent road but not a 5 star experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, Centreville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fabulous Riad. Stunning interior. Great location in the heart of the Fez Medina. One thing to keep in mind is that there are lot of stairs. Fez is hard if you aren't fit. We were fine but my mother would have had difficulties.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great visit. We stayed for a few nights. The hotel is technically two joined buildings. One side has a swimming pool that is great to use on a hot day. There is an extensive roof deck with good views of Fes and comfortable seating. The restaurant is good - we sometimes at breakfast, lunch and dinner there. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable. Also, the staff really went out of their way to help us. We used the spa and it was a highlight too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fidias

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were told by everyone this was the best Riad in Fez and they were right. It’s about a 10 minute walk from the drop off point but it’s worth it. It’s a beautiful place like traveling back in time. We had a suite and it was large and very comfortable. The staff was amazing, very helpful. The food was made to order and it was great. I would definitely recommend it to anyone traveling to Fez.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous Dar Bensouda Fes Medina.
Fabulous traditional Riad in the Medina of Fes, Morocco. Lovely accommodations and fantastic staff especially manager, Yessin, and Medina guide Aziz. I would highly recommend staying at Dar Bensouda to anyone going to Fes.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and excellent place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous time. Beautiful property. Warm, welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, will come back again and again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elke

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and very well maintained. The staff were excellent, particularly the GM, Yassine. He went to great lengths to make sure we were comfortable and felt welcome during a very busy week. We are grateful he was there and are glad to have met him.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

par

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous, historic riad in the epicenter of the Fes Medina! The staff is beyond helpful, the rooms are large and comfortable and the views of the medina from the THREE rooftop terraces are simply stunning and cannot be beat! Don’t hesitate to book your stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Unesco listed property. Unsafe neighbourhood
The hotel is perfect for anyone who wants to experience staying in a beautiful old Fes riad. The location from the nearest parking is at least 15mins walk via the labyrinth of alleyways. It is not the easiest walking journey without some helps finding it. We got conned by the porter who claimed to be from the hotel and wanted 50dh from us upon arriving at the front door. To get in and out of the riad is also a bit scary as the teenagers loitering on the streets just wanted to misguide us and make money from us. Perhaps this kind of experience applies to the whole medina of Fes. The experience going back to the hotel at night is unpleasant as we certainly do not feel safe even I was with my husband. NOT suitable for female travellers. Sadly the neighbourhood is rather not friendly (compare to Marrakech medina which is very safe). The hotel has a beautiful and big terrace which is superb for sunset. The staff are friendly and chatty. I think the hotel service could definitely improved by providing advance guidance for guests who are new to the medina of Fes, to guarantee a safe arrival, to enhance the overall experience before even stepping in to the riad. The staff could give better advice to hotel guest on how to deal with the hassle from the kids on the streets and make guests understand it is fine to walk back after certain time at night, or how to seek help if something do happen to them on the street 10meters from the front door.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We've just come back from having stayed three nights at Dar Bensouda in Fes. While we didn't particularly like Fes as a city, we fell in love with this riad and the people working there. In particular the manager Omar and Mamoune truly made our stay. They're beautiful humans who were always happy to help and went above and beyond to help us with transport and train tickets. The riad itself is a stunning place to come home to at the end of the day - we loved the pool, the breakfast and the beautifully cooked food. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique accomodation in an old world
Amazing location in the middle of the Médina and beautiful Riad with the comfort of a restaurant and pool and very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is an immaculately preserved home from the 15th or 16th century with all original/restored details that will simply take your breath away. Add in the unbelievable view of the city/Medina from the rooftop terrace, the plunge pool and lounge area and the delicious food for breakfast (free!), lunch and dinner (affordable!) and you can’t beat this place. It’s clean and gorgeous and one of a kind—I’ve never stayed anywhere like it. Don’t miss this opportunity!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the rooftop view. The staff was able to provide dinner for us on the roof as we watched the sunset. The door to our room did not close fully.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location and very comfortable Riad. Would highly recommend this for a stay in ages.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent quiet retreat in the center of crazy Fez
The room was spectacular! Like a little apartment! And it was nice to have a restaurant there where I could order different things because it was too confusing to find anything at night. The rooftop was also INCREDIBLE. I could have lounged up there all week!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fredy, El Salvador

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
People were very kind and professional, beautiful hotel and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful riad, we enjoyed our stay. very lovely staff, really helpful. We did find the area a bit removed but located near to a lovely restaurant (Ruined Garden). All in all a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Luiz, Boulder, CO USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dar Bensouda may have been the most amazing Riad was stayed in during our time in Morocco. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful and the comfort and satisfaction that we felt while eating dinner poolside and enjoying our amazing room was second to none. A truly fantastic experience that should not be missed while visiting Fes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Maite, Mexico city

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, simple and very traditional!
Amazing architecture with beautiful colors and doors, the staff is very good and the rooms are simple but very cosy. The breakfast was not as good, but overall a very nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018