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Riad Karmela

4.0 star property
Riad with a full-service spa, near Jemaa el-Fnaa
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Terrace/patio
Suite (Private Terrace)
Free daily buffet breakfast
Junior Suite | View from room
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The price is NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan

Explore the area

Map
10, Derb El Ferrane Azbezt, Place ben Saleh, Medina, Marrakech, 40000
  • Marrakech Museum
    5 min walk
  • Restaurant Naima
    2 min walk
  • Marrakech Central Station
    24 min drive
  • Marrakech (RAK-Menara)
    25 min drive

Room options

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Superior House | Living area

Superior House

Highlights

Air conditioning
3 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Wardrobe
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite (Private Terrace)

Suite (Private Terrace)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Marrakech

Riad Karmela puts you in the heart of Marrakech, within steps of Boucharouite Museum and The Orientalist Museum of Marrakech. Highlights at this riad include 3 bars/lounges, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .A day of pampering at Karmela can include massages, body scrubs and reflexology. Enjoy the Turkish bath/hammam and sauna. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning a free buffet breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Medina riad include Jemaa el-Fnaa and Majorelle Garden.
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What's nearby

  • Marrakech Museum - 5 min walk
  • Le Jardin Secret - 8 min walk
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - 11 min walk
  • Bahia Palace - 15 min walk
  • Majorelle Garden - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Marrakech Central Station - 24 min drive
  • Marrakech (RAK-Menara) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chez Lamine - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nomad - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Café Chez Chegrouni - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Café des Épices - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Le Jardin - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Riad Karmela

Riad with a full-service spa, near Jemaa el-Fnaa
Riad Karmela offers its guests a full-service spa and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at Riad Karmela. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

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

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1800
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Riad Karmela offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Karmela has 2 treatment rooms. Services include massages and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 3 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Massage
  • Reflexology
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via required shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
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 Riad Karmela

Children and extra beds

  • Children 3 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 3 are welcome.
  • 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: 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 15 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 3 per day

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 security system
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 3 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Karmela
Karmela Marrakech
Karmela Riad
Riad Karmela
Riad Karmela Marrakech
Riad Karmela Hotel Marrakech
Riad Karmela Riad
Riad Karmela Marrakech
Riad Karmela Riad Marrakech

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riad Karmela?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Riad Karmela?

As of 9 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riad Karmela on 10 Jan 2025 start from NZ$234.87, 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 Riad Karmela?

Yep, Karmela is available for guests. You'll enjoy services like body scrubs.

Does Riad Karmela serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riad Karmela?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Riad Karmela?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Riad Karmela?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 12:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at Riad Karmela?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Riad Karmela Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 477 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 477 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 477 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 477 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 477 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chauncey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Madison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great proactive service.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff from the front desk and the cleaners . Felt welcomed from the start . Really nice people
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aqsa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Riad for three nights with my two year old. The staff were very helpful and couldn’t do enough for us- we were made to feel very welcome and felt at home. The transfer from the airport was easy and quick and the driver munir was very friendly and helpful. All reception staff were great and always happy to help, my son was made to feel welcome and staff were great with him! The breakfast was nice and varied. We stayed in the suite with private terrace and enjoyed our stay throughly and would book again without a doubt. The Riad is nestled in the old town so taxis are hard to get you may need to walk a little to get one however tuk tuks are readily available and can be arranged via reception. Good value for money and the riad it self is decorated nicely and very spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sumit

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Service/Facilities were not on par with the daily room rate charged - low in terms of value. Staff were available for help, but were cold and at times rude. My family and I did not feel comfortable with the interactions (and we visited 8 cities and hotels- mostly Riads/Dars during our 2 week trip to Morocco) Breakfast was a disappointment. Slim pickings and did not feel they were freshly prepared. Omlettes ordered took 20 mins. to deliver. No smile on faces of staff. AC was barely able to keep up with the Marrakesh Aug heat, was comfortable at nights but was uncomfortable to stay in the room during afternoons, even with AC on. Location is deep inside the old city, and a minimum walk time of 15 mins needed to access cars. The property charges for handcarts to bring/dispatch bags to locations accessible by cars. On the other hand, the location is walkable from/to places of interest in the medina. Property may not be right nor families, as staff was intolerant to noises created by/due to children in just the one instance it happened (compared to experience in 7 others Roads/Dars/hotels)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adebisi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful riad, quirky but really cool design. Our apartment had a private roof terrace which was just lovely. The staff members are polite and super helpful. Breakfast was included and offered a decent spread. All together, a wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best riad i have stayed in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Burlington

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and super friendly team
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla Maria Teodoro, Charlotte

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rustic and design boutique hotelin the meiddle of the Medina. Wonderful staff, very quiet and relaxing. Excellent experience. Wonderful staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramirez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got in late and was greeted by the hotel staff at my taxi. I was upgraded to the Hassan suite and was very pleased with the accommodations and the hotel environment and staff. I enjoyed the personal guide Aziz who showed me a memorable experience. The rooftop breakfast was excellent. When I return I will be staying there. Thank You staff for your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

fellipe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed for one night and besides the harassment we encountered by some young men not related to the riad as we walked from the parking lot, the riad offered some peace and tranquility. If you come with a car be aware of the fact that there is no parking on site, you will have to park your car and walk inside the medina to get to the riad. The parking attendants are a bunch of young men who will tell you that GPS does not work in the medina, they will start walking to escort you to the riad even if you don't request this, only to demand you tip them at the end. They are very aggressive and it's almost impossible to shake them off. Needless to say if you don't tip them the amount that they think is reasonable they will harass you and cause undue stress. Once you enter the riad though it's pretty serene and our room was very quiet despite being on the ground floor. The riad has a restaurant on the rooftop where you could have lunch/dinner and it's the same place where breakfast is served. Don't waste your time eating here for lunch/dinner, the food was mediocre at best. Breakfast was ok, buffet style, nothing special.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ikraam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay at Riad Karmela the staff are nothing short of fantastic and I felt very comfortable and well catered to. Nothing but praise for the Riad and the hosts. Love it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Man

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

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff! So helpful. Worth using them for airport transport as the area they are in is only accessible by car in one specific spot. Easy walk to the big market.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farzaneh

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very sweet riad. Well appointed. Service was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful calm space in the chaos of the medina
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The space is charming as a collection of homes turned into two neighboring properties, hidden way in the middle of the busy market of old town. It’s great as you can walk a few minutes to many of the tourist sites (Madrassa Ben Youseff, Secret Garden, etc). The staff will also arrange any trips, taxis or other outings you might want. But the real highlight is the hospitality—I arrived with two sprained ankles after tripping in Tangier. After the welcome tea and cookies shared with all guests, Amine additionally brought me a bag of ice and two ointments for my legs. He also got us set for dinner on the premises so I didn’t need to go out (something we had originally declined). This was just day one—from there Amine and Omar did everything they could to help us enjoy our stay despite my injury. I can’t thank them all enough! I will absolutely recommend to anyone traveling to Marrakech—it is invaluable to stay with kind, caring people when traveling abroad and running into difficult challenges

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exotic in heart of the Souk
This traditional Morrocan hotel was extremely comfortable and the staff was welcoming and helpful at every turn…once one gets there. It is truly in the heart of the massive Souk, and one must desire and be prepared for a unique cultural experience of this traditional area in order to get safely ensconced in the room. The room/suite itself was lovely, quiet, and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely great stay!! Staff is fantastic! Right in the heart of Medina.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deepak

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Riad well positioned in the Medina and is beautifully decorated in the traditional Moroccan style. The bedroom, the buffet breakfast and lunch/dinner dining options were very good. But above all, the reason I have given the 5 star rating is because of the hotel staff. They went above and beyond and offered the best service I have experienced. Always available, always attentive and always considerate. Thank you Amine, Fatima and all the other members of staff who made our stay wonderful and truly memorable. Tanmert! Choukran!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024