Riad Palacio de Las Especias

Nice little riad, with a very traditional and elegant decor, without being too opulent or heavy, as some moroccan properties sometimes are. Everything is kept quite simple and the more local decor details are subdued by the use of whites and dark wood furniture, which adds a certain old colonial feeling. Staff are minimal but nice and efficient. Front desk guys do it all, and speak good english. Breakfast is very nice. Location is quiet and walkable (for a frequent traveller to Marrakesh is very convenient, for new travellers may be a little scary in the beguining, but once you find it's absolutely safe, you're more than OK, and with plenty of taxis nearby). The pool is very small but the patio is nice to relax, and the rooftop area is quite nice with two small turtles around. Spanish owners were not in the permisses (not in july, nor in april), but local staff is always in contact with them. You'll have to pay in cash or by previous bank transfer, because cards are not accepted.

This property is not a hotel but your home in Marrakech. Nice areas where you can sit and relax, have a meal or just a drink. Rooms in the first floor are a bit compact. If more room is needed or you're a taller person, rooms upstairs are a better choice. The staff is incredible. Helpful and always ready to give you some insights from the city if asked for. Breakfast are amazing. Fresh made every day. Location is also excellent. Not too close to the Medina but not far either, it gives you some peacefulness after a long day of walking.

Ha sido una estancia más que perfecta! El riad es precioso, todo cuidado al más mínimo detalle. Desde un primer momento, te sientes como en casa gracias a la dedicación y al empeño que todos los trabajadores del riad muestran, en especial Mustafa, que nos ofreció un té con pastas a nuestra llegada y siempre estuvo pendiente de que disfrutásemos al máximo nuestro tiempo en el riad. El desayuno igualmente una delicia, típico marroquí y muy, muy abundante. El traslado desde al aeropuerto al riad muy bien organizado. La piscina es una gran aliada en los días calurosos del verano en la medina. Definitivamente, recomendaría el riad a cualquier persona que quiera pasar unos días en Marrakech, repetiremos sin duda!