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Ben Youssef Madrassa Marrakech

For a window into Islamic culture in the Mahgreb and the religious institutions that greatly influenced its development. One can do a lot worse than to visit the Ben Youssef Madrassa. Originally founded during the 14th Century during the Marinid Period by Sultan Abu al-Hassan, the building was first brought to great prominence by its reconstruction […]

Flashpacking in luxury marrakech style

Flashpacking is the latest craze for affluent independent travellers, posh backpacking for the internet age. What better location for the flashpacker than Marrakech the ‘Capital City’ of the hippie trail, and what better flashpacking accommodation than a luxury Riad hotel in the heart of the ancient Medina. Todays super hippies have come a long way […]

Riad Marrakech Medina

The old town of Marrakech is known as the Medina, set inside an ancient city wall and in many ways little changed since the middle ages. The perfect place for your Marrakech medina stay is a restored Riad hotel, constructed around a courtyard garden. Individual suites at Riad Cinnamon: Fez | Essaouira | Chefchaouen | Casablanca | Meknes […]

Riad with pool, marrakech morocco

Moroccan summer days can be extremely hot.  The dipping pools in our Marrakech Riads are perfect for cooling off. We also have air conditioning in all rooms. Riad Cinnamon even has a second dipping pool on the spacious roof terrace. Check out our Marrakech accommodation before making your reservation: There are five individual suites at […]

Riad Cinnamon Marrakech

Marrakech is a riot of colour, take a short stroll from your Riad hotel into the Souks and you will be captivated.  The patterns of decoration are also enchanting, in Islam it is forbidden to produce a representation of a living creature, for this reason traditional arabic and Moroccan decoration involves repeating geometric shapes. Our friend […]

Marrakech Travel Guide

What better place to wake before dawn than the ancient City of Marrakech. The gallery below traces an early morning stroll,  waking in our luxury Riad Cinnamon, taking a hot shower in the Casablanca suite,  moving swiftly up to the roof terrace to catch the sunrise behind the Ben Yussef mosque and the Atlas Mountains […]

Marrakech Strawberries

Some would argue that Chicken Tagine is the Moroccan National dish (though others would say cous cous!).  It is certainly a Moroccan classic. If you want to experience the REAL Morocco stay in our Riad Marrakech Luxury Accommodation. What better way to sample the delights of this ancient culture and share a warm moroccan welcome. […]

Souks overhead

The Marrakech Souks are endlessly entertaining. Take a stroll through the ancient medina with our friend Paul, just minutes from your Marrakech Riad The streets of Marrakech are a scene of constant change and motion. Browse our Marrakech accommodation before making your reservation. Individual suites at Riad Cinnamon: Fez | Essaouira | Chefchaouen | Casablanca | Meknes Luxurious […]

Fresh fruit and vegetable stall Marrakech Medina

Fresh vegetables are a staple food in Marrakech.  It is common to see farmers selling produce in the narrow streets of the medina, there are also specialist greengrocers like this one on the Rue Mouassine on the way to the Jemma al Fnaa Square from our Marrakech Riads. There is nothing to compare to a […]

Moroccan National Flag

The Moroccan National Flag is proudly flown in the medina of Marrakech on secular and religious holidays. Stay in a traditional Marrakech Riad and experience the historic medina.

Introducing Our Folding Bike, perfect for the Medina of Marrakech

Our staff folding bicycle is a familiar site in central medina. Stay in a historic Riad to experience the old town of Marraekch at first hand.

Fes style Zellig tile work

Craftsmen from the Imperial City of Fez, Morocco are known for their intricate tile work. This magnificent example is behind a fountain in the old town of Marrakech. Stay in one of our Riad boutique hotels and experience the Red City at First hand. Make contact today to reserve accommodation.

Morocco Pottery Marrakech

There are an amazing variety of goods for sale in the Marrakech Souks, take your time to browse and you will find glazed pottery to fit any colour scheme! Our Riads in the Medina provide the perfect base for your holiday or short break in Magical Marrakech. Make contact today.

Roof tent at night, Riad Cinnamon

Marrakech Riad deals make it even more attractive to stay in our two fantastic Riad hotels in the central medina. Marrakech Riad deals and Offers are regularly updated. Pick up a choice bargain with our best prices available through our website.

Shaping the body of a traditional musical instrument from lemon wood

In the heart of the Marrakech Mediana, master craftsmen, known as ‘mellem’ are working using many ancient skills. The Mellem below was photographed in the Marrakech Souks not far from Riad Cinnamon shaping an Oud in lemon wood. The enchanting sound of classical Oud is familiar throughout the arab world Stay in our Riads in Magical Marrakech and experience this fascinating and ancient […]

Broad Beans, in season in March and April

We enjoy serving seasonal organic fruit and vegetables at our marrakech riads. In March and April this includes broad beans which are abundant in the street markets. Reserve dinner for your arrival evening when you book accommodation. The perfect base from which to explore the ancient medina of Marrakech, Morocco.

Roof-terrace-dipping-pool-at-riad-Cinnamon

The mention of Marrakech conjures exotic images of Adventure Don’t delay, make your reservation at one of our Riad hotels!

Food stalls in the Medina of Marrakech

One of the top addresses for Vegan Food in Marrakech is the outstanding Earth Cafe located two minutes south of the main square. Vegan dishes are always on the menu and Earth Cafe is famous for its freshly squeezed juices. The traditional Berber diet includes many pulses and beans. Staple dishes are cereal based with […]

The-Hibiscus-flower-in-Marrakech

This is novel, the debut single form MARRAKESH an alternative Rock band from Kiev Ukraine, actually they are quite good! Search our Guide to Marrakech for tourist information.  Check out the excellent accommodation at our Marrakech Riads.

Marrakech-food-stalls-at-night

This classic song really captures the Magic of the Red City. Make an Express reservation at one of our Riad hotels! There is no better way to enjoy the old town Medina.

Bougainvillea in flower on the 1st of April 2011, Marrakech Riad Cinnamon

Bouganvillea loves a sunny position. We have a stunning red Bouganvillea on the roof terrace at Riad Cinnamon which is in full bloom in the Marrakech spring. Riad Cinnamon’s roof terrace is the perfect place to relax. Come and stay with us soon!

Marrakech offers and astonishing variety of options for the discerning visitor.  Our Riad hotels are located in the heart of the old town…….   the new town of Guiliz is just a short distance away day trips to the atlas mountains or the seaside at essaouira Staff will help you, warm moroccan welcome and concierge […]

Wood Wholesaler, located by the City Wall in Marrakech

The wood wholesaler is a very important figure in Marrakech.  There are several specialist ‘wood men’ located near to the City walls supplying wood which will be burned in traditional Hammans and bakeries as well as Riads and pivate homes. Wood is sold by weight, measured on the scale by the entrance, and usually delivered […]

Traditional dyes in the Marrakech dyers souk

The Marrakech Dyers Souk is located in the central medina just a few minutes walk from our Marrakech Riads. Traditional natural dyes are prepared by hand each day by skilled craftsmen using ancient techniques handed down through the generations.The souk is bright and colourful as the hot Marrakech sun drys freshly dyed yarn hanging overhead. […]

Dried Lavender, from the Marrakech spice sellers

Good quality dried Lavender is is freely available from the Marrakech spice sellers, most offer several varieties of Lavender sold by weight at modest prices. A Riad hotel is the perfect base from which to explore the old town of Marrakech, make your reservation today! Individual suites at Riad Cinnamon: Fez | Essaouira | Chefchaouen | Casablanca […]

Potato Varieties in the Marrakech street market

It is comforting to see the irregular shapes and varied skin colours of the assortment  of organic potatoes on offer in the Marrakech street market. Our Marrakech Riad cook will hand select only the best ingredients for the daily menu at our boutique hotels. It is not by co incidence that many guests report they […]

Daily auction of berber carpets in marrakech

Each afternoon, after the third prayer (about 3.30pm) the daily auction of Berber Carpets takes place in the main Carpet Souk just of the Rahba Kedima square. Continuing a centuries old tradition this is a wholesale market with the sale conducted quickly and decisively in arabic and berber tongues. A Riad in the historic old […]