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Riad dar Essalam

4.0 star property
Riad with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Jemaa el-Fnaa

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Property entrance
Interior
Royal Suite | Terrace/patio
Luxury Room (Yakout)
Royal Suite

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

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170 Riad, Zitoune Lakdim Medina, Marrakech, 40000
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bahia Palace
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Koutoubia Mosque
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Marrakech (RAK-Menara)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Royal Suite

Royal Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Room (Yakout)

Luxury Room (Yakout)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Marrakech

Riad dar Essalam places you in the centre of Marrakech, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Jemaa el-Fnaa and Le Jardin Secret. Highlights at this riad include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .The restaurant, Dar Essalam, serves Moroccan cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Medina riad include Marrakech Museum and Avenue Mohamed VI.
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What's nearby

  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bahia Palace - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • El Badi Palace - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Koutoubia Mosque - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marrakech Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mabrouka - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪DarDar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel Tazi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fine Mama - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Snack Toubkal - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Riad dar Essalam

Riad with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Jemaa el-Fnaa
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered on selected days. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Riad dar Essalam. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Marrakech riad.

  • 1 building
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Riad dar Essalam offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Marrakech riad provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Arabic, English, French

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 5 for adults and EUR 2 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Restaurants on site

  • Dar Essalam

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

This property will be closed from 1 October 2024 to 31 March 2025 for renovations and will resume operation once the renovation is complete (completion date subject to change).
 

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Riad dar Essalam

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 5 for adults and from EUR 2 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 20 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 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 and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, American Express and cash.

We should mention

  • In accordance with local laws, unmarried guests may be restricted from sharing rooms. Guests are obligated to provide proof of marriage, if requested by the property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Riad dar Essalam.

Property is also known as

Riad dar Essalam Marrakech
dar Essalam Marrakech
dar Essalam
Riad dar Essalam Riad
Riad dar Essalam Marrakech
Riad dar Essalam Riad Marrakech

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riad dar Essalam?

Riad dar Essalam offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is there a spa on site at Riad dar Essalam?

No, there is no spa at this property. Les Bains de Marrakech is a short 12-minute walk away.

Does Riad dar Essalam serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riad dar Essalam?

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 Riad dar Essalam?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Moroccan cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Riad dar Essalam?

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

Are pets allowed at Riad dar Essalam?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Riad dar Essalam Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 93 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service
Mustafa was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This review is very, very late as we stayed in January/February. We absolutely loved this riad! The staff were fantastic. They were so helpful and friendly. Breakfast each morning was wonderful and it was the best orange juice we've ever had! We especially liked coming back to the riad in the afternoon for some mint tea on the patio before heading back out sightseeing. During our 2 weeks in Morocco we travelled around the country a bit, but we couldn't wait to get back to Marrakech and to Dar Essalam. We had dinner in the restaurant our last night and the staff pulled out all the stops and we truly felt like VIPs. We loved it and the staff were truly wonderful. It was a great stay!

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about the hospitality and room was excellent. The staff were always on hand to help and nothing was too much trouble for them. We stayed in the Luxury Room which was spacious, comfortable and decorated nicely. However (and this is the only reason for leaving a star off the rating) it is situated beneath the roof terrace which is popular and has a bar open until 11pm. We did invest in some earplugs and they helped somewhat. If you are out anyway until late at night enjoying Marrakech then this won’t be an issue for you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend this property
Friendly staff and excellent location.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and property was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Rania

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Most of the staff was so kind and helpful. However, my first night, as I put in my previous check-in review, was miserable. The construction literally right outside my window went past 5:30am and I did not sleep at all. When I called to the front desk for help, the man told me I should go tell the workers to stop. Obviously this is absurd, and I told him that in fact HE needed to address the issue. It didn’t make a difference. The yelling from the workers and non-stop construction sounds continued and kept me from sleeping at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Very good riad, well placed. The room was very confortable. The breakfast was really good and I loved the restaurant show in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marvin, Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very welcoming and always greeted me with smiles. The room was secluded and very cozy! Being able to stay in a 17th century Riad was an amazing experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hiteshkumar, Herndon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The royal suite was very spacious and staff was very welcoming and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Abdalla

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place should not be on Expidia it’s very dirty place not Hotel it’s Airb&bthe most Expensive place in Marakich very dirty place the charge $160 an night
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

luisa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location . Superb service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Richly decorated plush riad in the heart of town
Most people went here to dine in the dining room where "The Man Who Knows Too Much" was filmed, but when we actually stayed in this location, you surround yourself in plush and beautiful decor, and we got to walk around in the morning with no other guests around from one dining room to another instead of the during the bustling belly dancing dinner time. The room is nicely decorated with only 2 small windows that your hand can barely fit in, but we were there in May so there's no need for A/C (provided in room). Very close to Jemaa al-Fna but go to the souks on the north side for better deals and selections on food and items instead. Service was super nice and the lady accommodated our requests with a smile. One of the best stays in our 3-week driving trek in Morocco.
Great breakfast in the middle of plush decor
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic Experience. Exceptional
Not enough words to express how great this property is. In the heart of the old city and just steps away from all the major sites you’ll wish to see. What made this so special for myself was not only the Riad and it’s rooms as well as the building itself and the spectacular restaurant and the vast amount of history within it but the staff were always available to assist. With a friendly sincere smile in the morning to assisting with directions or setting up excursions to the Atlas Mountains or a special dinner out. I can honestly say that this is a hidden gem that will make your trip a special one. Many thanks to Soumia and all the staff. I have traveled the world and this I rate as “Highly recommended”. Don’t be fooled by the price. Read the reviews it will not disappoint.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful riad on the border of the Old Medina. Wonderfully restored and maintai n ed. Exceptional staff and service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Moroccan Dream Riad
Loved this riad. Staff super friendly and kind, Royal Suite off the chart. Great location only a few minutes walk from the action. We arrived at the end of Ramadan and celebrations were in full swing. The restaurant next door was buzzing. We arrived late evening, popped in for a drink and felt like we had been transported to another world. Belly Dancing, candle dancing and music. Fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl, Santa Ynez

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In the heart of the Medina you are close to everything. A very short walk to get a taxi. The rooms look like the photos. You will not be disappointed. You do have to walk up and downstairs. Service staff are excellent and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Jayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a brilliant place to stay. It’s right in the heart of everything. The staff are really helpful. We stayed in Scherezade, a lovely room with its own terrace, just be aware it’s at the top of 3 flights of stairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife uses a mobility scooter and the hotel was located in a great area. The staff allowed us to leave the fold up scooter behind the reception desk so we did not have to carry it upstairs. Breakfasts were excellent, staff helpful and chatty. Very historic riad, the roof terrace is currently being renovated but the potential is there. The views around the riad were atmospheric. Good shower and biscuits and fruit provided in your room. We are planning to come back next year but maybe earlier in March as weather started to get a little too hot.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property and room were delightful. Soumia was fantastic at getting sent off to various excursions and confirming some itinerary changes. We enjoyed breakfast each day. Thank you Soumia and all for making our visit and stay wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

JUAN CAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aijing

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was beautiful and spaces. We love it a lot. The restaurant in the hotel is fantastic! Best Tagine we had in Morocco. The staffs speak very good English and very helpful! The room was always cleaned nicely and on time. The only disappointment was that the terrace was in renovations and we didn’t have a common area to hang out.