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Reviews of Riad Sahara Nour

118 Derb Dekkak, Bab Doukkala, Medina, Medina, 40000 Marrakech, Morocco

#317 of 1,143 hotels in Marrakech

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Review score

Based on 63 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    8.0
    Its a good accommodation despite being in a location which may not be liked by many
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Marabout Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Getting there with luggage This property shouldn't be mistaken for a typical hotel; it's more akin to a homestay with limited amenities like room service, which is restricted mostly to cleaning. Essentials like toiletries need to be self-provided, a minor inconvenience offset by the proximity to local eateries. Transportation is another area where vigilance is needed, particularly when dealing with taxis from the airport or train stations. Charges can be exorbitant, so using apps like inDrive to gauge fair prices is recommended.

    Staying at this Riad in Marrakech offers a unique glimpse into traditional Moroccan living, albeit with some nuances that travelers should be aware of. Located within a labyrinth of narrow residential streets, the location presents its first challenge: accessibility. Arriving with luggage can feel like a task, as navigating the narrow roads and then hauling bags to the upper floors is no small feat. The initial room I was assigned was disappointingly small, but after addressing this with the staff, I was relocated to a more comfortable space. This responsiveness was a recurring theme throughout my stay. The ground floor of the Riad is a testament to Moroccan aesthetics, beautifully decorated to reflect the local culture and style. Culinary offerings, though repetitive, were satisfying with a good Moroccan breakfast served daily. It's worth noting the consistency in what's offered, which could be a downside for those staying longer and craving variety. The service was notably commendable, with a special thanks to Ms. Sameera, who was instrumental in bridging communication barriers with the non-English-speaking staff. Her assistance in providing local knowledge and helping us navigate the cultural landscape of Marrakech was invaluable. In summary, this Riad in Marrakech is a good choice for those looking to immerse themselves in the local culture, provided they are prepared for a few quirks typical of a traditional homestay. The service is excellent, making up for

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    8.0
    Place and service was nice but too pricey.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Marabout Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location near a dump. Too little assistance with what to do in the lovely neighbourhood but outside the touristy stuff. When staying in a place like this, we expect a little more guidance on how to discover the city’s life. But most of all, it was all quite pricey. The breakfast which was included in the price was too simple for the standing of the riad.

    It was a peace heaven, far from the noisy streets of the city. The people were super nice and friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    10
    Nice and clean, very friendly and helpful personel, beds are good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Marabout Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very welcome and helpful, I was given a lot of good information about Marrakech before arrival. The rooms are beautiful and very clean, the beds are good. Location is the medina perfect, close to nouvelle ville and also 10 minutes walk to Jemaa el Fna. Good shuttle service to and from the airport.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Marabout Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Have to walk pass a trash pile getting to the riah (but doesn’t smell for some reason). No water on the last day, so couldn’t shower. Not the riah’s fault. Breakfast was basic. Asked for eggs but none was available. The kids loved the hot chocolate though.

    The staff was awesome! Super friendly and helpful! The location was great for family. Safe and Quiet but not too far away from all the activities.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    10
    Beautiful oasis in the Medina
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Africaine Suite (3 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved our stay at Riad Sahara Nour. The beautiful garden with birds singing among the trees, the sunny roof terrace, the friendly staff, the library, the music room, the poetry and the artistic soul of the place made us feel at home. It’s a lovely place to relax and unwind after an intense day discovering the medina of Marrakech. Plus we really enjoyed the delicious pancakes for breakfast. We stayed in the African Suite, great choice for two friends who want to share room but still have some privacy. Ideal location close to Bab Doukkala. Thank you, François, Samira and Hassan.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Essaouira Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We really appreciated the very helpful emails and texts from François and the warm, friendly welcome from Hassan, Hassan and Samira.Thank you all so much for your hospitality.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Essaouira Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very nice stay at Riad Sahara Nour. Helpful and friendly staff, very good position to have a walk in the Medina having your car parked 5-10 minutes away at a guarded parking.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    10
    A haven after the bustle of the medina. Samira and Hassan are really helpful and welcoming and genuinely want to ensure
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Berber Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Riad is gorgeous, with a tranquil courtyard and lots of beautiful spaces to relax in.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    10
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Berber Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice staff, super clean. Beautiful

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 December 2023

    9.0
    Welcoming and peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Essaouira Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were so kind and helpful, very thoughtful. Really enjoying mint tea on the roof terrace and lamb and prune tagine was a winner! Quiet, great location, very enjoyable.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Marabout Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff were so lovely. After a very late delay to flight Hassan came to the rescue and waited for the arrival. All staff were exceptionally lovely.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Berber Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Felt a little concerned when walking back to the hotel at night

    the breakky was GREAT. the staff was GREAT. the price was RIGHT

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2023

    9.0
    The experience was very nice even if it can be improve.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Marabout Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    I think that breakfast could be improved, adding a boil egg. a yogurt and a fruit that doesn't cost much, and change a lot, we got just bread an a pancake, limited compared to other Riads. And important if people are sleeping in the first floor next to the terrace, we were expecting to have breakfast in the terrace which is really pretty.

    We had the family room, in the first floor, next to the terrace, really nice room. The hotel staff was very nice as well and the Riad is very pretty , well located.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    10
    Wonderful 🤩
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Essaouira Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very beautiful and very authentic.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Africaine Suite (3 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Highly recommended accommodation. Spacious, clean, comfortable. We highlight the kindness of Hassan in his welcome, the attention of Samira at breakfast and François for his advice, disposition and concern. Perfect location in La Medina. We went by motorcycle and parked them inside the house. By the way, accessing it by motorcycle is quite an adventure. You will experience the organized chaos of Marrakech live. An experience.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Marabout Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had such a lovely stay, they were so kind to us and the room was beautiful, i slept better than home :)

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Africaine Suite (3 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was very good.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2023

    10
    it’s a great place to stay in Marrakech! i would come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Berber Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    the friendly staff, the light, everything was beautiful!!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Marabout Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Riad is absolutely beautiful in a great location close to souqs, museums and parks, also within walking distance to Gueliz to visit Gardens Majorelle. The owner Francois organized for us to be picked from the bus station and a drop off to the airport from the Riad. He also sent a lot of recommendations for places to visit with updated opening times as we were visiting during Ramadan, which was super helpful. there was also a lovely veranda with a big table outside our room. We were very happy with our choice of the place to stay and would love to return to this beautiful city and Riad again.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2023

    8.0
    Fabulous food, welcoming people, subpar room amenities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Essaouira Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were cots with a mattress and the linen sheets were scratchy. The air conditioning never made the room lower than 28. In all fairness, it was 50 degrees celcius the day we were there. Miserable heat. The cost was double that which we paid in another riad we stayed in the night before so we were expecting more.

    The owner Francoise was hospitable and knowledgeable about the area. Hamman was so helpful with dinner, bags, breakfast etc. The meal we had was the best food we had in all of Morocco.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Essaouira Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was basic but typical for Morocco. You can also add on eggs etc as an extra cost

    Loved the garden and common spaces

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2023

    9.0
    well decorated and good vibe plus fairly close to taxi stands
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Francois was chill and shared good info. plus he made a dinner reservation for us when we were looking for a specific dish not found in all restaurants

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    10
    great stay !
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Marabout Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very nice Riad in a nice area not far away from the main square. We enjoyed staying there and the staff and services were excellen!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2023

    8.0
    nice and well located ryad with great servicing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the Riyad would benefit from being more simple and sober in its decoration. a lot of paintings, items, cushions… running water in the fountain could add to the lovely atmosphere of the ryad

    good staff, well located, great support across the stay and at any time

    Stayed in May 2023

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