Marrakech Riad News
Film Festival
The Marrakech film festival takes place in late November / early December each year. There is often a strong indian flavour with tributes to Hindi cinema. There are usually free screening of films projected on large screens in the main square. The atmosphere in the Marrakech old town is truly magical during the film festival. […]
Marrakech Mint and Herbs
One of the delights of Magical Marrakech is a traditional mint tea which is usually made from seven or more mint and herb varieties. What could be more refreshing as you relax in your Marrakech Riad. The video above shows a young man called Mohamed who takes care of his family mint and herb stall […]
Festival of Salsa
The fifth international Festival of Salsa takes place in Marrakech from September 27th to October 1st featuring renowned artists Johny Vasques and Susane Montero. What better way to enjoy the Red City than to stay in a traditonal Riad in the old town, don’t delay make your reservation today!
British Airways Marrakech
Our Riad hotels offer a first class service. We are delighted that full service airline British Airways are now operating daily flights to Marrakech from London Gatwick as well as five flights a week from Heathrow on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Wednesday. Marrakech is one of the worlds most exotic destinations, just three hours from […]
Marrakech Cricket Club Appeal
Summer 2012 sees the formation of a cricket club in Marrakech- The MCC! Any donations of cricket equipment for players of all ages and sizes would be gratefully received. The club has volunteers who are able to organise transport from the UK to Morocco. If you may be able to help with equipment please contact […]
Bahia Palace
The Bahia Palace was built relatively recently at the end of the 19th Century by Sidi Moussa a leading nobleman of his time who buit his fortune on the slave trade. Under the French protectorate it was used to house French army officers. Spacious and airy the palace is decorated with mosaics and plaster work. […]
L’ultimo Bacio, Italian
L’ultimo Bacio is a newly opened Italian restaurant in the Marrakech new town of Guiliez. It has a good claim to be the best Italian in Marrakech (we also like Amaia which has similarly excellent food in simpler surroundings). A decent and varied Italian menu with good sevice. The fresh pasta is a particular treat. […]
Be Inspired
Marrakech Riad are proud to support the ‘Be inspired‘ event taking place in London on 8 July 2012. Five Moroccan charities will benefit including the British Moroccan Society. We believe it is important to give back where possible to the communities in Morocco which make our visitors so welcome.
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 in his efforts to supply Fresh oranges grown in the Marrakech region destined to the […]
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 courtyard. Or enjoy a personal Hammam and massage in the traditional Hammam at Dar Habiba. […]
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 […]