Riad Karmela  

Joel & staff were fantastic. The Ryad is perfectly located to explore Marrakesh, a short walk to Jmaa el Fna & the Souks. The decoration is great and the service was outstanding.

Be aware that taxis cannot get to the zone where the hotel is, so you will be dropped off a few blocks from there. It can be very difficult to find if you don't arrange a pick up with the hotel. When you have a pick up arranged, the taxi will leave you at a small plaza and a person will put your bags in an open cart & you need to follow him to the hotel. This can be stressing if you don't know it beforehand, since your bags seem to be exposed for anybody to take them and you don't know where the guy is taking you. Anyway, just be aware of that and enjoy the walk through the alleys, motorcycles, horses, etc to finally relax in the Karmela :-)

Riad Karmela is a beautiful tranquil space in the middle of a mad city. It's close to the main square, the souks and the palaces. The alleys and backstreets are bustling and full of people and motorbikes wizzing past you left right and centre. It's a fabulous experience to walk the streets of Marrakech, but so wonderful to come "home" and put your feet up. Once inside you could be in a faraway spa, so quiet, peaceful and beautiful. The food rivals any fine restaurant, the rooms full of character, and the staff always there to look after your every need. The Hammam and treatments are fabulous - I can't praise this Riad highly enough, all 9 of us loved it.

This place is amazing; there is a real spirit to the place. Everything has been thought of and the attention to details is astonishing. From the start you are treated first class with a mint tea and local pastries. Then they show you the Riad and explain you how it works in Marrakesh (negotiating in the souk, what to see and how to get there and what are the fares). The hotel is decorated with a very good taste of local craftwork. There are a lot of lights and space (it's actually 3 Riads merged altogether). Our room (Meriem suite) was very spacious and again decorated very nicely. The roof terrace is amazing, big and with loads of sofa and relaxing chairs, there is even a small Jacuzzi. It is located in the old town in a safe neighbourhood, with a few local restaurants (Naima for instance), 10mn from the main place Jemaa el Fna. The place is a peace heaven; the contrast to the busy, noisy street is net. The breakfast was honest with local jam (Strawberry and "Barbary figues") some pastries, local homemade orange juice etc.. They offer food in the evening which was good.(tagine dishes). You can book Massage, Hammam, in the hotel and organize trips to the local Berber mountains. A very good experience with no negative points ( and it is pretty rare for us not to find something to criticise).

An Oasis of calm tranquility amidst a vibrant bustling city. The Riad was full of character and tastefully furnished. Service was attentive and personal. We would definately return and reccomend to friends.

The Riad is located in the historic part of Marrakesh. We were very impressed with the overall experience. I cannot stress enough how kind and helpful the staff were. The atmosphere was very relaxed and the beautiful patio in the middle of the Riad was a perfect spot to sit down and relax in the evenings. The food was excellent too whilst still being cheaper than in decent restaurants in town.

I was there for the second time.It is a very nice and friendly atmosphere in the heart of the medina.If I come once more to Marrakech I will stay there once more again

We stayed at road karmela for new year. The riad is in a great position, the staff are really helpful and overall the service was excellent. We found it a wonderful,peaceful retreat from the hustle of the town. Breakfasts were good and we went on a wonderful excursion organised by the road at a really reasonable price. Highly recommended.

A little piece of paradise that is in keeping with the traditional Moroccan house. The interior courtyard is so relaxing and the attention to detail throughout the riad is inspiring.

This is a lovely Riad right in the middle if the Medina(souks). Beautifully decorated and very quiet once you are inside. The staff are very polite and helpful at all times. Breakfast was great as was the mint tea. I was welcomed by Bouchra with a lovely mint tea and traditional sweets. She was also invaluable in her advice in haggling techniques and the sort of prices one should expect to pay etc The courtyards and common rooms are lovely and there is a log fire as well as wifi through out the Riad. A perfect place to stay only about 10 minutes walk from the Jma El Fenna Sqaure.

I loved the location of the place so close to the main square, monuments and souks. The tranquility and relaxation found once inside made us feel It was a paradise (after coming from the noisy Marrakech streets!!!. Staff were very nice. Breakfast was varied and good enough and the two girls serving it were very attentive and made sure anything you needed was there. The place is absolutely gorgeous and as the 99% of the ryads the place is hard to find the first day. I would recommend you hire the hotel´s pick up service upon your arrival and departure. This is it highly recommended

Very good atmosphere and nothing was too much trouble for all the staff. More like a private house than a hotel. Quiet in the middle of the chaos of Marrakech. One of the best places we have ever stayed at

It was very welcoming and even possible to becollected from the airport by prior arrangement. The staff were all very helpful and polite and the room was stunning. Being in the Medina proved very convenient for us. Breakfasts were delicious and copious and our dinner there the best we ate during our stay. The layout was intriguing and well presented and nothing seemed too much trouble for the staff. A lovely, restful stay.

A very beautiful riad, wonderful courtyards, peaceful, beautifully lit at night, very homely. Godd breakfast, great attentive staff. Good location to see the sights.