Marrakech Riad Papillon Dipping pool at night

Category Archives: The Marrakech Medina

Some of the sights and places of interest within the old town (Medina) of Marrakech. Morocco

Spakia, a honeyed snack, eaten with soup while breaking the Ramadan fast

Spakia is one a number of ‘hi-energy’ foods traditionally prepared in Ramadan forming part of the meal which breaks the fast after sundown. Coated in honey and seeds it is usually eaten with Harira soup. Our Marrakech Riad Cinnamon belonged to a long established Marrakech family before we converted it as a Boutique Hotel.  They [...]
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Slilou, a Moroccan delicacy traditionally made during Ramadan

Slilou is one of a number of seasonal specialities prepared during Ramadan. It consists of a blend of nuts and spices ground to a fine powder and eaten with teaspoons, usually from a shared dish during the ‘breakfast’ after sundown. Slilou is a high energy food, and it’s absolutely delicious! Our Marrakech Riads are located [...]
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Bed and Breakfast, Marrakesh

Breakfast is an important part of your holiday experience and our fantastic moroccan breakfast can be served at any time of your choice! Our Marrakech Riads offer the perfect base for your stay in Marrakech and our dedicated staff will do their utmost to give you the warmest of Moroccan welcomes. Marrakech Riad are very [...]
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Tassel shop in the Marrakech Souks

There are a number of shops in the Marrakech Souks specialising in tassels. Our favourite is located in the Souk Cherifa, just five minutes from Riad Papillon and Riad Cinnamon. Our luxury Riads are the perfect base from which to explore the ancient medina. Reserve accommodation today!
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Pharmacie de la Place, Jemaa al Fnaa, Marrakech

Pharmacists in Morocco can dispense many drugs, for example antibiotics, that would require a prescription in Europe. The Pharmacie de a place is conveniently located overlooking the main Jemaa al Fnaa square and has exceptionally helpful staff. A good address in Marrakech! If you are planning a trip to the Red City take a look [...]
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Cafe Argana, Jemaa al Fnaa, Marrakech

Cafe Argana is located on the main Jemma al Fnaa square with panoramic views from the upstairs terrace, a particularly fine place from which to see the Marrakech sunset!  Offers a dependable kitchen serving Moroccan specialities and some simple European dishes like pizzza. If you are thinking of visiting Marrakech consider staying in a Riad [...]
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Chez Yassine

Chez Yassine is a well kept secret. A super little cafe located on the Rue Fatim Zohra just round the corner from the Dar El Bashah Palace. Yassine serves delicious and inexpensive Moroccan dishes. We are particularly fond of his freshly prepared vegetable soups. The best tables are upstairs. Our Marrakech Riads offer the perfect [...]
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Chez Chegrouni, Marrakech

Chez Chegrouni is one of the most dependable restaurants in Marrakech. Located in the main square just to the North of Cafe France. You may be lucky enough to dine there while the owner, Mr Chegrouni, is there. A philosopher and business man  simultaneously, he enjoys talking with his guests and is genuinely interested in [...]
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Drying leather in the place Kissaria, Baroudiyine, Marrakech

The Baroudiyine district is one of the most historic in the City of Marrakech. it contains the Almoravid Kouba which is the oldest surviving structure in the Medina in as well the Ben Youssef Mosque with its famous Medersa, not to mention the Marrakech Museum. These world class attractions not withstanding the real charm of [...]
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Terraces d’Alhambra, Jemaa al Fnaa, Marrakech

The Terraces d’Alhambra is an excellent cafe in which to relax and ‘people watch’ located in the North West corner of the Jemma al Fnaa square opposite to Cafe France.  There are several levels with views over the ever changing square, and the interior is properly air conditioned offering by far the Jemaa al Fnaa’s [...]
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