Riad Dar Laura

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Fes with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Moroccan cuisine
Superior Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Riad Dar Laura offers a peaceful haven in historic Fes El Bali. Enjoy Moroccan dishes at two on-site restaurants, relax in the hammam, or gaze across the medina from the rooftop. Amenities include a coffee shop, WiFi, complimentary breakfast, and a manager's reception.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ₩117,823
₩142,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29

Room options

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Basic Twin Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Twin Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Basic Twin Room, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Twin Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
20 Rue Salaj Douh Batha, Fes, 30110

What's nearby

  • Blue Gate - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Place Bou Jeloud - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Al Quaraouiyine - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Borj Fez Mall - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Fes Station - 9 min drive
  • Fes (FEZ-Saiss) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dar Tagine - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Palais Fes Yahya - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dar Hammad - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Made in M - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Firdaws - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Riad Dar Laura

Upscale guesthouse located in Fes El Bali
Free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a rooftop terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Riad Dar Laura. Indulge in a massage at Spa Riad Dar Laura, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Moroccan cuisine. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a library.
Additional perks include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and charcoal grills
  • Multilingual staff, books, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Riad Dar Laura offer perks such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (MAD 30 per night)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Jnane Terrace
  • Patio Andalous

Things to do

  • Books
  • Cooking classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Treatment room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Elevator (29 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1850
  • Communal living room
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport, train station, and bus station (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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 200 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 41.80 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: MAD 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Nearby parking fee: MAD 30 per night (820 ft away)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 200 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 major credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 5 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Dar Dmana
Dmana
Riad Dar Dmana
Riad Dar Dmana Fes
Riad Dar Dmana House
Riad Dar Dmana House Fes
Riad Dar Dmana Hotel Fes
Riad Dar Dmana Guesthouse Fes
Riad Dar Dmana Guesthouse
Riad Dar Dmana Hotel Fes
Riad Dar Dmana
Riad Dar Laura Fes
Riad Dar Laura Guesthouse
Riad Dar Laura Guesthouse Fes

Frequently asked questions

Is Riad Dar Laura pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riad Dar Laura?

As of Sep 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riad Dar Laura on Sep 28, 2025 start from ₩117,823, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Riad Dar Laura?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Riad Dar Laura?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Riad Dar Laura provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of MAD 200 per vehicle applies.

Where is Riad Dar Laura located?

Located in Fes El Bali, this spa guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation, Dar Batha Museum, and Bou Inania Madrasa. Water Clock and Blue Gate are also within 10 minutes.

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Riad Dar Laura Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Non è un hotel da 4 stelle. Il personale è cortese ma la struttura è deludente
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, helpful staff.

Great location, helpful staff. We like the breakfast. Rooms are comfortable and clean, shower is strong.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

4/10 Poor

jean-richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pas à la hauteur ou enlever quelques étoiles

Bonjour Le Riad les oudayas a préféré loué notre chambre sans doute plus chère malgré la confirmation de Hotels.com : nous avons été relogé par Hotels.com dans le Riad Dmana qui est cher par rapport au standing vendu, la prestation n’est pas à la hauteur ( drap troué, ménage, même linge et draps durant 7 nuits malgré 2 serviettes salies (dont nous avons mis par terre pour le changement) sont remis en service???
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten, Washinton, DC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location for driving to Fes

Super location if you come by car. Garage and street parking nearby. Riad Dar Dmana was very clean and simply appointed. Breakfast of eggs, breads, local pancakes, assorted condiments, and coffee was a perfect start to the day. Gave us a nice restaurant recommendation for dinner our first night and walked us right to it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrea, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

We were made to feel so welcome upon arrival, it was so nice to have a meal directly we got off our evening fight, the bedroom is warm with the heater and they gave us extra blankets. The location is great, 5 mins from Medina, Gardens and museums. Everyone, polite and helpful (2 girls) and no hassle etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Een leuke Riad aan de rand van de medina, dus goed bereikbaar. Centraal gelegen tov van bezienswaardigheden.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Ricardo , Peru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

En el Corazón de la Medina de Fez

Me gustó el estilo del hotel. Clásico Dar, como se le llama a este tipo de edificación tradicional. La habitación cómoda, tal cual como se ve en las fotografías. Un poco difícil de llegar inicialmente. La Medina de Fez en general es muy complicada y los mapas en el teléfono no ayudan mucho. El personal amable y atentos a lo que uno pueda necesitar.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Hotel mitten in der Altstadt von Fes

Wer für ein paar Tage eintauchen möchte in die Atmosphäre und das Markttreiben der Altstadt (=Medina) von Fes, ist im Riad Dar Dmana gut aufgehoben: es befindet nur ca. 5 Minuten zu Fuß entfernt vom "blauen Tor", dem bekanntesten Eingang in die Medina.

8/10 Good

jose ignacio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Riad accueillant très bien situe

Riad authentique tenu par une famille marocaine très accueillante petit déjeuner très copieux repas sur demande cadre très agréable

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Grazioso RIAD a ridosso delle mura della Medina

Visita lampo a FES, era già la secodna volta. Pranzo in un ristorante tradizionale all'interno della Medina con degistazione piatti tipici. Visita guidata alla Medina , peccato che non si posano visitare gli interni delle Moschee. Caratteristica la vista dall'alto della conceria. Tutte le guide faranno visitare negozi "classici" di tappeti, articoli in pelle, tessuti e varie, nei quali , ovviamente, si propongono gli atricoli in vendita. Non sentitevi obbligati ma la pausa Thè è comunque dovuta. Un autentico spaccato della vita di altri tempi, che sopravvive ancora ma non solo per il turista. Periodo consigliato maggio/giugno e settembre.

8/10 Good

SARAH, atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

enjoyed tje stay

Our stay In Fez was pleasant due conviniet location and good Service.

8/10 Good

willem, weert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Makkelijk toegankelijk bij het begin van de medina

We werden op het vliegveld opgehaald voor 16€, niets van te zeggen en keurig op de plaats van bestemming voor de Riad uitgezet. eigenaar ontving ons vriendelijk, kamer was netjes maar basic. TV had maar 1 kanaal. Iedere dag was de kamer weer mooi opgeruimd. Ontbijt was Marokkaans,met van alles en nog wat. Of wij Nederlanders dat allemaal lekker vinden is een ander verhaal. Ik kan het iedereen aanbevelen.

10/10 Excellent

carole, lorient

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

excellent séjour au riad Dar Dmana

Riad très confortable et très bien situé. Personnel accueillant et prévenant. Petit déjeuner très bon et copieux. J'y retournerais avec grand plaisir.

6/10 Okay

Family, Australia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great service & location. Poor quality rooms

Would not recommend for families with young children. Probably OK for young couples used to backpackers. Excellent location and service did not make up for disappointing quality of rooms and bathrooms.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Two nights in Fes convenient to Bab Boujloud

Good location a couple short blocks away from Bab Boujloud. Easy access to road. Hotel and the room I had was fairly dimly lit and was not nearly as swank as the photos on the hotels.com website suggest. Furniture was a bit dilapidated. LIke a wardrobe closet that listed forward so the door would not stay close, metal plating on a bedside table that jutted out dangerously. Would have been great if there was an electrical outlet next to the desk. Heat did not work the first night. I tried to turn on the A/C and the machine made horrendous noises. They kindly provided me with a space heater the next night. Bathroom shower head really needed new gaskets or something because the water was leaking and spraying every which way. Staff was quite nice. Breakfast was basic and a bit greasy. For the cost, I thought this was rather poor value but don't really have a point of comparison, as it is the only place I stayed in Fes.

6/10 Okay

Julie, melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Riad just don't ask for a recommendation

We were greeted by the owner/ manager cordially but arrogantly. Abdul and the rest of the riad staff were however very lovely and made our stay very enjoyable. Breakfasts here are fantastic and the rooms well cleaned and cared for- just don't ask the manager to recommend a restaurant. We arrived very late and wanted something light to eat, not the full tagine

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hosts

The Riad had lovely hosts who helped us plan our guide for the Medina, a day trip to Meknes and Volubilis, and then a three day trip to the desert ending in Marrakech. The location of the Riadl made walking out by ourselves a little difficult. The hosts organised someone to walk with us to a close by hotel for an evening meal.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Riad very well-located relative to Medina

The stay here was great. They had really kind staff that were great at helping us get around. The Riad was also beautifully designed and maintained.

8/10 Good

はっぴ, 日本

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

まるで王様気分!!

はじめてリヤドに泊まりましたがその綺麗さに驚きました。 吹き抜けを囲むように部屋があります。 部屋内はとても良い味を出しており、まるで王様みたいな気分になれます。 しかし宿泊したのが冬だったのですが、室内が広いせいもあり中々暖房が効かないというデメリットはありました。 それを除けば、スタッフは親切に対応してくれたりと文句なしのホテルでした。

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You must stay here!

I cannot say enough about the hospitality and accommodations at this wonderful Riad. Stay here! It is very close to the medina (market), but not inside, where security and safety are more of an issue. The manager negotiated a second night at a very reasonable price. He also went out of his way to find licensed guides for touring the city and the medina at a very reasonable price. The food served at the Riad was very Moroccan, very tasty, and authentic. I felt like I was experiencing the real Morocco here at Dar Dmana, with all the luxuries one would ever need - especially that of confidence and trust in the management to make my stay enjoyable, safe, and a great bargain.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good riad, good value, good location.

As seems to be the case with riads, we had a nice chat with the owner Rashid over tea upon our arrival. We had ordered a regular room and he upgraded us to a small suite with a window overlooking the central courtyard. The riad seemed to be relatively empty in April. It has a great location near the blue gate. We were able to park our car in a nearby garage for a few tens of dirhams. The hotel advertises free parking, but we got so lost driving into Fes at night that we had to be guided by a fellow on a motorycle, who handed us off to a tour guide, also named Rashid, who took us into the underground lot. Rashid the guide turned out to be very good, although we ended up going to a lot of shops, especially a carpet store and a leather store associated with the tannery. To be fair though, the carpet store and the tannery started with a tour, and the stuff on offer was very high quality, the tour was good and the people were fun and nice. Of course the asking price is always really high, and you have to negotiate. We always left with the feeling that we got a decent value, but that if we had bargained harder we could have gotten an even better deal. We spent a lot more money than we had planned. The reason I mention all this is that Rashid the riad owner may offer to get you a guide, etc. He also owns a tannery. You may be happy with his choice or not. We don't know, since we had contracted a guide before arriving at the riad.