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Orange delivery

Just minutes from our Marrakech Riads, the Jemaa al Fnaa square in Marrakech is famous for freshly squeezed orange juice. Aziz has been supplying delivering oranges to the square for many years. Ably assisted by his team- Hamid and Ibrahim … Continue reading

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Candlelight in Marrakech

Candlelight is one of the delights of Marrakech, a mediaeval city just three hour flight away and ideal for a romantic short break. Enjoy a candlelit dinner on your arrival evening. Soak of the atmosphere after dark in the candlelit … Continue reading

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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 … Continue reading

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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 … Continue reading

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Pamper Break

Riad Dar Habiba is your sanctuary for a three night pamper break.  Just five 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. … Continue reading

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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 … Continue reading

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Champagne Break

Treat yourselves to our Champagne Break comprising three nights in a romantic suite at a wonderful boutique hotel, a three course Champagne dinner on your arrival evening, a half day tour of Marrakech highlights in a horse drawn carriage, and … Continue reading

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Budget Marrakech

Our budget Marrakech package allows guests to enjoy the Traditonal Riad Dar Habiba and our famous hospitality for a three night stay at the fabulous price of just £99 per person  (Euros 119). Don’t delay, make contact today! Included in … Continue reading

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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 … Continue reading

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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 … Continue reading

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Mama Afrika Cafe

Mama Afrika is a cool place to hang out in the new town of Marrakech, located just of the Boulevard Mohamed V in the Rue Oum Errabbi. There is a tempting menu of fruit juices and cocktails as well as … Continue reading

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