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Easyjet London Gatwick to Marrakech
Budget airline Easyjet operates daily scheduled flights from London Gatwick to Marrakech. As of April 2010 there were two departures each day. A morning flight departing Gatwick at 06.25 is scheduled to arrive in Marrakech at 09.05 in time to join us for breakfast at one of our fantastic Marrakech Riads. An afternoon flight departing […]
Ryanair London Luton to Marrakech
One of the first flights out of Luton airport leaves at 6.35 am bound for magical Marrakech! Scheduled to land at 10.10 we could whisk you away with an airport transfer for a late breakfast at one of our Marrakech Riad boutique hotels. With Ryanairs low fares and our special offers Marrakech has never been […]
Marrakech holiday
Marrakech is the perfect holiday location! Only three hours flight from Europe. Marrakech ofers unlimited shopping in the famous souks! the incomparable Jemaa al fnaa square! historic monuments and museums! the chic new town of Guiliez! Stay in a traditonal Marrakech Riad and experience the old town medina first hand.
Morocco Riad
If you are planning a trip to Morocco don’t forget to book a stay in a Riad! Our Marrakech Riads have been sensitively converted to provide a taste of traditional medina life while providing the modern comforts you would expect in a boutique hotel. The best of Marrakech and the best of Morocco is on your […]
Riad Medina
Medina living is a very special experience with centuries old homes woven together in an intricate tapestry. In the Medina of Marrakech there is a huge variety of accommodation from modest houses to palaces, from the street it is almost impossible to guess what is behind each door. A stay in a Riad in the […]
Marrakech Sunset
Stunning sunset over the Place Ferblantier Marrakech. This picture was taken from the roof terrace of the Kosybar restaurant in February 2010. To the left are the walls of the El Badi Palace, in the distance the Atlas Mountains. Visit magical Marrakech and stay in a fantastic Riad hotel in the heart of the old […]
New cushions for the roof terrace at Marrakech Riad Papillon
We have some smart new handmade black cushions on the raised seating area at Marrakech Riad Papillon. As you would expect, they are very comfortable!
Tuurda, a rustic dish served as a light lunch in our Marrakech Riads
Tuurda is a home cooked Marrakechi dish based on dried bread served with pulses onions and other vegetables as available and a tomato based sauce. This delicious dish is a kind of Moroccan bubble and squeek. Guests in our Marrakech Riads can enjoy freshly prepared Tuurda as a light lunch, best enjoyed with a mint tea. Explore […]
Bissara
Bissara is the Marrakech variant of Foul (pronounced ‘fool’) a puree based on fava beans. A wholesome entirely vegetarian and gluten free food Bissara has a wonderful buttery flavour and makes an excellent and substantial breakfast. At Marrakech Riad Papillon and Marrakech Riad Cinnamon Bissara is seasoned in the traditional Marrakechi way with salt, pepper and cumin. We serve it with […]
White Harira
White Harira is a traditional Morccan dish mainly served at breakfast. It contains milk and ground wheat seasoned with a little salt. Delicious with dates it can also be served with sugary cakes. White Harira is not to be confused with the wholesome Harira soup which is often the first thing Moroccans eat at the […]
Matloaa Berber Bread
Matloaa is a berber bread made from wholemeal flour, with a little live yeast, and salt. Traditionally it is eaten for breakfast dipped in butter, olive oil or honey. Guests at Marrakech Riad Papillon and Marrakech Riad Cinnamon can opt to have freshly baked Matloaa for breakfast, served of course with our famous mint tea. Explore our home cooked cuisine and dining […]
Marrakech International Marathon
Today (Sunday 31 January, 2010) saw the annual Marrakech Marathon and half Marathon. More than 5,000 runners participated in this international event. The weather was relatively cool and overcast. There was a fantastic atmosphere as the runners passed through the Palmerie as well as the new town of Guiliz and circled the Medina. There were spectators applauding […]
Riad Marrakech Pool
Marrakech Riad Papillon has a fantastic dipping pool in the courtyard. Perfect for cooling off in the hot summer months. The pool is tiled with intricate Zellige from Fes, a real work of Marrakechi craftsmanship. Its sympathetic shape is the product of many hours of reflection by Lucie and our super architect, Chris Redecke.
Summer availability 2010 at Marrakech Riad
Marrakech Riads provide ideal accommodation in the warm summer months. The Riad house is a classic Medina design, all the rooms face inward to a central courtyard, the bedrooms are in shade protected from the heat of the sun, naturally cooled due to high ceilings and walls several feet thick. Our sympathetic restoration has added yet more comforts. Air conditioning, luxurious en suite shower […]
Riad Hotel Marrakech
Planning a stay in Marrakech! Consider enjoying the intimate surroundings of a boutique Riad Hotel in the Medina. The historic old town of Marrakech is a Unesco world heritage site. Local families and the vibrant souks live comfortably alongside crumbling caravanserai, magnificent minarets and sympathetically restored Luxury guest houses and Riad Hotels. Marrakech is a full on experience and […]
English speaking Riads
Marrakech Riad is owned by English couple Mike and Lucie Wood who personally supervised the renovation of Riad Papillon and Riad Cinnamon both of which are situated in ideal locations within the Medina of Marrakech Morocco. Each Riad has five great en suite guest rooms all individually designed and furnished. The cosy and private facilities are […]
Wales holiday Cottage
After sampling the delights of Marrakech why not visit our holiday cottage in Wales. Yew Tree Cottage occupies a breathtaking position at the head of the Ceiriog valley near to Llangollen, North Wales. The accommodation includes a farmhouse kitchen, sitting room with open fire, double bedroom, twin bedroom and a Yurt for camping in the summer months. […]
Chic Retreats Riad Papillon
We are very pleased that Riad Papillon has been selected for inclusion by Chic Retreats the most reliable source for genuinely small boutique and luxury hotels. Chic retreats members are welcome at Riad Papillon and are asked to please show their membership cards on arrival. With only five rooms and a commitment from all our […]
Moroccan Tent on Marrakech Riad Papillon Roof Terrace
We are very proud of our newly installed Moroccan tent on the Roof Terrace at Riad Papillon. Hand made by local craftsmen it is a beautiful and romantic space especially in the evening when it can be lit by candles. The tent will feature during the winter months and is an excellent place to eat, whether a wonderful breakfast […]
Riad Luxe Marrakech
Your en suite room in a de Luxe Riad is the perfect base from which to explore the Medina of Marrakech. Our two Riads, Riad Papillon and Riad Cinnamon are located in the heart of the ancient Medina, a UNESCO heritage site. Explore the famous Marrakech Souks, discover the incomparable Jemaa al Fnaa square, visit […]
Whole Riad Rental
Renting a whole Riad is a fantastic way for a group of family or friends to enjoy the Marrakech Medina. the newly renovated Riad Papillon sleeps 11 people in five en suite rooms (2+2+2+2+3). Each room can be made up as a queen sized double or a twin giving maximum flexibility to accommodate your group. We are offering a 30% […]
Valentines Weekend 2010 Marrakech
We have luxury en suite rooms available at Marrakech Riad Papillon for Valentines weekend 2010. The good news is that with our internet booking discount a double room is only £70 per night during February. This year February 14th falls on a Sunday, why not spend an unforgetable weekend in our charming boutique hotel in Magical Marrakech! Contact Marrakech Riad […]
Baghrir and Mesman breakfast with Marrakech Riad
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 […]