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Arnold Foundation
We are pleased to support the Arnold foundation for Rugby school which funds a boarding school education for a great many students who would not otherwise have access to this truly life changing opportunity. Among the prizes at a recent charity auction was a luxury break at our Riad Cinnamon. Bidders were extremely generous and the […]
Events for Namuwongo
Marrakech Riad are delighted to support Events for Namuwongo a fantastic example of an industry getting together to give back- in this case to a slum community in Uganda. At a Charity Auction on 22nd May 2012 two short breaks to our Marrakech Riads raised more than £7,200 a useful contribution to the fantastic £80,000 […]
African Space Trust
We are proud to support the African Space Trust a charity registered in the UK committed to supporting sustainable development in sub saharan africa. A short break at Riad Papillon will be a star prize at the African Space fund raising Quiz night on Friday 29th June 2012. Please do not hesitate to contact us if […]
Pamper Break
Riad Star is your sanctuary for a three night pamper break. Just ten minutes walk from the drama and chaos of the Jemaa al Fnaa Square you could hardly believe the oasis of calm provided by the Riad courtyard. Great Value at £249 (Euros 299) per person. Even in winter Marrakech enjoys an average of […]
Girls Weekend
A special break for Mum and daughter, a memorable birthday celebration with friends or a more refined hen party. Whatever the occasion our ‘Girls Weekend’ is the perfect package for groups of between 2 and 17 ladies at the fantastic price of £149 per person (Euros 175). Our Riads have twin and triple bed rooms, […]
Marrakech Silver Coins
In the 11th century Marrakech was the Capital of the Almoravid dynasty and issued its own currency. The square silver coins (to the left on the image above) are from this period. The round coins to the right are a currency that circulated in Marrakech three centuries later. All these coins are silver, note how […]
Ben Youssef Terrace Cafe
Recently opened cafe on located on Riad Larrouss street, one of the main north-south routes through the Marrakech old town. A series of comfortable salons on various levels but what’s really special about this place is the panoramic roof terrace with 360 degree views around the medina and across to the Ben Youssef Mosque from […]
Gluten free bread
Our Marrakech Riads offer a true boutique hotel service. With only five guest rooms at each Riad the kitchen shops and cooks specially for each client meal. Fresh seasonal produce, mostly organic, prepared by skilled cooks to traditional local recipes at very reasonable prices- we currently charge only UK£16 for a three course dinner. Best […]
Recycling in the Medina
The City of Marrakech is now recycling paper, glass, plastics and cans. We applaud this initiative and our Marrakech Riad hotels Riad Cinnamon, Riad Papillon and Dar Habiba are enthusiastic early adopters of the scheme. If you are visiting Marrakech, for the ultimate Marrakchi experience stay in the old town Medina. Our Marrakech Riad hotels are […]
Parking for cars and motorcycles
Arriving by road could not be easier for guests at our Marrakech Riad hotels. We recommend using supervised parking at the entrance to the old town medina where your vehicle will be looked over by the dependable ‘guardians’ night and day for a modest charge. Our staff will be pleased to meet you at a landmark location […]
Cafe Talaa
The Talaa Cafe is an inexpensive and very pleasant establishment near to the Marrakech Museum just opposite the entrance to the souk semarine. Talaa Cafe is conveniently located for our Marrakech Riad Cinnmaon. A good range of traditional Moroccan dishes, tagines, cous cous etc. There is a large and well stocked fridge full of cold […]
Ksar Ait Ben Haddou
The Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou is a UNESCO world heritage site accessible in a day trip from our Marrakech Riad hotels. A prime example of a complete fortified village of traditional Berber earth construction comprising a look out tower, a mosque, a granary, a public square, a Fondouk (or caravanserai to accommodate passing merchants), and […]
Tiskiwin Museum
The Tiskiwin Museum is a truly a hidden gem. Tiskiwin was founded by Bert Flint (a Dutch anthropologist who has been resident in Marrakech since 1957) to display the best of his personal collection of Amzigh berber artefacts. Such is its importance that Tiskiwin is now part of the Marrakech University Cadi Ayyad. The unassuming Mr Flint is […]
Marrakech Comedy Festival
The second edition of ‘Marrakech du Rire’, the French and arabic language comedy festival takes place between the 6th and 10th of June 2012. Where better to base yourself than a Riad in the Marrakech Medina. Big names include: REDOUANNE HARJANE HASSAN EL FAD OSCAR SISTO ABDELKADER SECTEUR
New British Consulate Office
Effective May 2012 the British Consulate Office in Marrakech has moved to new premises at 47 Avenue Mohamed V next to the prominent Marrakech Grand Prix store in the New Town of Guiliez. Our Marrakech Riad staff will be pleased to help guests with further directions if required! The Consulate phone number is 0524420846 and the […]