web

Jazzablanca-Festival-in-Casablanca

When it comes to the age of Jazz in Europe, and the connections to the Belle Epoque in Marrakech one name is iconic : Josephine Baker. Imagine a trip to Morocco which immerses you in the world of Josephine and a festival of Jazz music! Flying to Marrakech you can book your stay Riad Star, […]

roof os souks in Marrakech

With it’s vibrant and mystical qualities, the city of Marrakech is often used as backdrop for many films. Occasionally the movies leave a mark on the Red City.  One such example is to be found on the rue Mouassine, very near to the Mouassine fountain in the Central Medina five minutes from Riad Cinnamon and […]

Decorated Berber furniture

There is a long tradition of decorating Berber furniture with painted patterns. In respect of islamic the patterns are geometric shapes that do not depict living things. This delightful litte table sits in the Essaouira Suite at Riad Cinnamon.  The decor in our Marrakech Riads is carefully selected to be reflect local tradition.

Deniz and the snakes marrakech

We are delighted when our guests offer to write for this website, Below is an article by recent guest at Riad Cinnamon, Deniz Turk. We look forward to welcoming Deniz back soon! Adventure in the Red City Jackson Bentley: “What attracts you personally to the desert?” T.E Lawrence: “It’s clean.” After watching the sweeping epic, Lawrence […]

Hassan the Marrakech craft wood turner

Hassan the young wood turner works on a street corner near to the Ben Yussef Mosque in Central Marrakech just a few hundred yards from Riad Cinnmaon. His traditional North African lathe is powered by his right hand while his left hand and feet control his tools, this is in contrast to a European pole […]

Hand carved plaster work at Riad Star

The Marrakech street ‘traffic’ whizzes by as young plaster carver Yussef works on a piece in his boutique in the Souk Sidi Isshak near to the Ben Yussef Medersa in central Marrakech just around the corner from Riad Cinnamon. Youssef is a 17 years old, since he left school he has been learning this craft […]

Gelati Dino Avenue Mohammed V marrakech

What better way to indulge yourself in scorching Marrakech than a delicious ice cream. Our favourite place for ice cream is located on the Avenue Mohamed V in the new town of Guiliez. Gelati Dino offers authentic Italian ice cream in luxurious air conditioned surroundings. It is one of THE places for affluent cool (no […]

Women at work

Argan oil can be used in many forms, from massage oils, face creams and peanut butter to bread dipping. Such is the versatility of this oil that it can be used for all myriad of purposes. Any visit to Marrakech or any of the other southern regions one is highly likely to encounter a large […]

Fes style Zellig tile work

Renowned Jewellery expert Sarah Corbett is leading her latest five day shopping trip based at Riad Papillon starting on 31st January 2012.   Sarah’s comprehensive Itinerary is as follows: Arrival Day … A driver will be waiting for you on arrival at Menara Airport Marrakech. Transfer to your beautiful Riad, Riad Papillon. time to explore or […]

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 […]

Windows of Marrakech

Wandering through the Red City of Marrakech is a feast for the senses. Take a look at the many and varied doors and windows of Marrakech and consider for a moment what might be behind them! It is almost impossible to know from the street whether a Marrakech home is a hovel or a beautiful […]

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 […]

The old town of Marrakech is an exciting and vibrant place to visit. More and more visitors are choosing to stay in a Riad in the old town rather than a faceless hotel, in fact there are now more bed and breakfast options in the old town of Marrakech than the City of London. So […]

Marrakech Riad Papillon

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 […]

Argana cafe Marrakech -1

Cafe Argana is located on the main Jemma al Fnaa square with panoramic views from the upstairs terrace, renowned as a particularly fine place from which to see the Marrakech sunset. The cafe was completely renovated following a tragic terrorist incident in March 2011. Remains a Marrakech classic     » Explore the Jemaa el Fnaa […]

Ryanair now fly from Alicante to Marrakech, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The flight time is less than one hour and like most Ryanair routes there are some fantastic bargains to be had booking ahead. The Medina of Marrakech is only a fifteen minute taxi ride from the airport. We can organise airport collection and […]

Chez Chegrouni, Marrakech-1

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 […]

Baghrir and Mesman breakfast foods in Marrakesh

There are two types of crepes traditionally eaten as breakfast foods in Marrakech, Morocco, these are Baghrir and Mesman. Both are based on wheat flour with olive oil or butter and seasoning, Baghrir is cooked in a pan on one side only where Mesman is repeatedly folded over heat. Both Baghrir and Mesman are freshly […]

Looking for a second home?

There is an abundance of property for sale in Marrakesh from traditional Riads in the ancient Medina (old town) to modern Marrakech Villas in the booming Palmeraie and the areas surrounding the walled city. However Real Estate in Marrakech requires patience, particularly in the Medina, and some of the best bargains are not to be […]

Metal work at Riad Papillon

Leather work The Moroccan leatherworkers are truly amazing. You can watch them create and craft everything from handbags to shoes to goatskin lanterns. Furthermore, they are well known to make custom bags/gloves/aprons at astonishingly cheap pricing (if well haggled!) although the leatherworkers can be an absolute mission to find, they are definitely worth a visit. […]

Gnawa Marrakesh

Gnawa, or Gnaoua , trance music is a familiar sound in the place Jema al Fna, Marrakech. Visitors and locals alike gather around groups of musicians to share a unique experience. Gnawa is a mixture of African, Berber and Arabic religious songs and rhythms. The music is considered both a prayer and a celebration of life. […]