Riad El Mezouar

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with Romaine at Riad El Mezouar. The riad has clearly been renovated and furnished with great taste and care—there are thoughtful touches in every corner that make the place feel special. Romaine and her team go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable, showing real flexibility and offering all the support you might need during your stay. We’ll definitely be coming back and are happy to recommend Riad El Mezouar without hesitation. Thank you! – Thomas & Hermance

This was not just a riad but a unique experience. There are only five suites in this historic building, all different and immaculately decorated and looking down on a courtyard garden and pool. Breakfast on the terrace was delicious with views across the rooftops of old Marrakech to the mountains. Romaine, the English owner was on hand to assist and provide a fine evening meal if required. Her cats were equally friendly and delightful.

The Riad El Mezour is a stunning oasis of tranquil, stylish charm that contrasts with the bustling energy and vibrant exuberence of its city surroundings. Located in the heart of the historic Medina, the Riad is a short walk from the Jemaa el-Fna (the main market square) and traditional Souk markets trading a staggering array of souvenirs, gifts, street food and local produce. The design and interior decor of the El Mezour oozes class, elegance and tasteful sophistication. Romaine (the utterly delightful owner and host) has combined traditional Morrocan furnishings with chic modern touches to create an exquisite and relaxing atmosphere that reflects and mirrors her unique style and attention to detail; the result is truly dazzling. We stayed in the first floor Zeitoun Junior Suite with its impressive panoramic views of the entire Riad and central pool. Spotlessly clean and beautifully appointed, the bed was as comfortable as anyone could wish for and the en-suite bathroom a functional work of art - it was (is) magnificent. We enjoyed several bracing and arresting episodes in the pool which reminded us we were alive and provided much light relief for the other residents and Riad cats (more of them later). The roof terrace with its views of the Atlas mountains is the perfect location for breakfast - oh how we looked forward to our daily breakfast - delicious in every way. Fresh fruit salad and yoghort, egg based main course and pancakes to follow with as much coffee and tea as you want all prepared and served by the most polite, demur, co-operative and friendly local Moroccan staff that you would ever wish to encounter. There is little more to say other than this. The real triumph of this Riad is that despite all the sophistication I have never felt so relaxed and at home in a 'hotel' environment. This is due entirely to Romaine and her vision for how a Riad (hotel) should and can work. The absence of homogenous 'corporate' products, the relatively small number of rooms with their own individual stylish decor and atmosphere, the employment of delightful local staff employees to deliver the catering and daily cleaning functions and ..... the cats ..... I so loved those cats ..... they more than anything allowed me to relax and reminded me I was on holiday. Thank-you so much Romaine, you should be extremely proud of what you have achieved with the Riad El Mezouar, an absolute triumph. I'll be back. p.s. it's great value for money ....