The Marrakech Medina
The Marrakech Medina
At Marrakech Riad we pride ourselves on offering our guests as much support and information as they require to help them to plan their perfect stay in our beautiful Medina accommodation. The ancient walled city at the heart of Marrakech is a labyrinthine adventure, filled with the daily activities of the inhabitants of this marvellous place, some moments truly seem frozen in time! Here you will find details of some of the great places within those fabled walls of this celebrated red city.
Family Room in the heart of the Marrakech Medina
The Casablanca suite at Marrakech Riad Cinnamon is the perfect family room within a stunning luxury riad. Accessed from the Riad courtyard by a private staircase, the principal bedroom is beautifully proportioned and elegant with full en suite facilities. Best of all is the cosy snug where up to three full size beds can be made up. The […]
La Maison de la Photographie
La Maison de la Photgraphie is one of the newest and brightest attractions in town. Located just to the east of the Marrakech museum near to the landmark Fondouk restaurant. We have known this charming Riad for five years since it was a private house, in fact it could have become one of our Marrakech […]
Marrakech Riad Plasterwork
The skill of craftsmen practicing ancient trades in Marrakech is quite astonishing. The renovation of our Riad hotels involved dozen of ‘mellem’ or master craftspeople. Among the most impressive to watch working was the ‘mellem gubs’ the plasterworker. The intricate cornices and ceiling pieces were actually cast in the Riad just as they would have […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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!
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 la place is conveniently located overlooking the main Jemaa al Fnaa square and has exceptionally helpful staff. There are many other chemists in both the medina and the new town. Your Riad staff will be pleased […]
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 […]
Douiria, Marrakech Riad
A Douiria or ‘little house’ is a separate space within a traditional Riad. The Douiria was traditionally used as a quiet space by the head of the household. In some cases the Douiria is in separate ownership, for example sometimes Riads are split as they are passed down through the generations. The Casablanca Suite at […]
Fresh herbs, Marrakech street market
Fresh herbs are staples in Marrakech. ‘mint tea’ often contains at least six different fresh herbs and generous quantities of these fresh ingredients form the basis of much moroccan cuisine. Street vendors are very often selling the produce of their own smallholdings. They arrive in the city in the mid morning and set up simple […]
Chleuh dancing-boys, Jemaa al fnaa, Marrakech
Around dusk in the north west corner of the Jemaa al fnaa the famous-dacing boys gather and start to perform. The dance and accompanying music will build to a crescendo many hours later. The cultural origins of this tradition lie in the fact that it would be considered innapropriate for women to put on such a performance. Visitors […]
Snake Charmers in the Jemaa al Fnaa, Marrakech
The main square in Marrakech is alive 24 hours a day, but it’s character changes almost hour by hour. In the daytime the many snake charmers are an ever present part of the tapestry. If you are planning to trip to Marrakech a traditional Riad in the Medina is a fantastic base from which to […]
Water Sellers in Jemaa al Fnaa
There are many sights and sounds in the vibrant Jemaa al Fnaa, the main square in Marrakech Morocco. One of the more curious is the sights of brightly dressed men moving throught the crowds (often ringing bells or callingout) carrying goat skin bags of water and brass cups. The explanation is that they are water […]
Breakfast on the roof terrace, Marrakech
One of the joys of staying in our Marrakech Riads is taking breakfast on the roof terrace. Breakfast is served at any time you wish and consists of freshly prepared crepes, fresh fruit, medina breads and jams as well as tea coffee and moroccan specialities on request. A variety of local speciality dishes are available […]
Rabha Kedima
The Rabha Kedima is a square located just to the North of the Jemaa al Fnaa in Marrakech, Morocco. Today it is one of the most lively and atmospheric parts of the old town with colourful stall selling carpets, basket ware, hand woven and knitted garments, herbs and culinary spices as well as traditional herbal […]
Four Poster Suite, Marrakech
Looking for a romantic and luxurious room in Marrakech with a four poster bed? The Fes suite at Riad Cinnamon has a wonderful four poster with the posts hand carved in cedar wood. You will love our Egyptian cotton bedding and fluffy pillows! The Fez suite has an en suite shower room, is fully air […]
Marrakech Korner Cafe, Bab Doukala
THIS CAFE IS NOW under new ownership and CALLED HENNA CAFE MARRAKECH Some of the longest established fine dining restaurants in the Medina are located near to our Marrakech Riads in the heart of the Medina. We are delighted that there are also an increasing selection of Cafes in which to hang out and relax. […]
Chez Ashraf, Cafe Ben Youssef, Marrakech, Morocco
The Cafe Ben Youssef, Marrakech, Morocco opened in February 2010. Pictured to the right is the traditonal gift of warm milk and dates shared with friends and neighbours on the day of the opening. Look out for the colourful and impressive reclaimed entrance door. The cafe is conveniently located near the Ben Youssef Mosque in […]
Storks, or Bellarj in Marrakech
Storks (their arabic name is Bellarj) occupy a special place in Marrakechi culture. These magnificent birds are a common site both in the air and nesting on the rooftops of ancient buildings and palaces. The Medina of Marrakech is UNESCO world heritage site. Our traditional Riads provide the perfect base from which to explore. Reserve […]