Name: Riad ILayka
Address: 78 Derb El Hammam quartier Mouassine , Medina, 40000 Marrakesh, Morocco, 78 Derb El Hammam quartier Mouassine, Marrakech-Safi, 40000, Morocco
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $129 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.5

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Riad Riad ILayka

This is a Preferred Partner property. It's committed to giving guests a positive experience with its excellent service and great value. This property might pay Booking.com a little more to be in this Program. Airport shuttle. Airport shuttle available at an additional charge. You can request this in the next step.

This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in street markets, markets and souks – Check location 78 Derb El Hammam quartier Mouassine , Medina, 40000 Marrakesh, Morocco – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in street markets, markets and souks – Check location

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*8.6* Souk of the Medina: only 3 minutes away! (750 feet by foot)

*8.6* Djemaa El Fna: only 5 minutes away! (1,200 feet by foot)

*8.0* Marrakech Museum: only 4 minutes away! (900 feet by foot)

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Really friendly staff and the food (especially dinner) is delicious. The bed was comfortable and the rooftop was an oasis from the city madness.

Katie

United States of America

Excellent property built and decorated around traditional Moroccan architecture and gives you a feel of living inside a Moroccan home. It's more like a home than hotel and the staff is very friendly and take care of all you needs. It's the first time we stayed in a hotel where there were no keys required for the rooms. We could leave everything open and it was still very safe. It had a nice terrace pool and beds for sunbath. From the terrace you can see the beautiful sunset behind the Koutubia Mosque and amazing view of the Atlas Mountains. It's a 5 min walk from the Riad to the main square - Jemaa El-Fnaa. The breakfast was awesome and there was a personal touch in everything. My 4 year old son loved the place and he wanted to stay more in the Riad than going out. It was a great hospitality by Nadia, Houla, Azdeen, Abdel and Mohammed. We'd highly recommend this place if you want to experience traditional Moroccan home.

Ankan

United Kingdom

What I liked was that the room was spasious.The staff were outstanding.They went the extra mile to accomadate. The Riad was dated yet authentic.

Michelle

United States of America

STAFF was perfect! Hospitality, food, service, & the riad was BEAUTIFUL!

Jpb

United States of America

Location is nice although we got lost while looking for it. Don’t trust google maps!

Anonymous

United States of America

The property is a family structure with 7 rooms, all in traditional Moroccan style. The Riad is located 5 minutes walking from the main square walking through the souk, in a quiet area. The rooms are clean and the staff was able to make our stay just perfect, from planning dinner to cooking class and excursions/transfers.

Sara

Spain

The ambiance, the fantastic service, the view from the roof terrace

Laurabates

United Kingdom

Amazing location , superb staff and clean modern rooms.

Stuart

United Kingdom

The staff are very friendly, nothing is a problem. Great position and the rooms are gorgeous

Lisa

United Kingdom

The room was perfectly curated and gorgeous. Staff were super helpful. It's in the middle of the medina but so quiet and peaceful.

Katherine

Switzerland

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What guests loved the most:
“Really friendly staff and the food (especially dinner) is delicious. The bed was comfortable and the rooftop was an oasis from the city madness.”

Katie United States of America
“Excellent property built and decorated around traditional Moroccan architecture and gives you a feel of living inside a Moroccan home.”

Ankan United Kingdom
“What I liked was that the room was spasious.The staff were outstanding.They went the extra mile to accomadate. The Riad was dated yet authentic.”

Michelle United States of America
“STAFF was perfect! Hospitality, food, service, & the riad was BEAUTIFUL!”

Jpb United States of America
“Location is nice although we got lost while looking for it. Don’t trust google maps!”

United States of America
“The property is a family structure with 7 rooms, all in traditional Moroccan style. The Riad is located 5 minutes walking from the main square walking through the souk, in a quiet area.”

Sara Spain
“The ambiance, the fantastic service, the view from the roof terrace”

Laurabates United Kingdom
“Amazing location , superb staff and clean modern rooms.”

Stuart United Kingdom
“The staff are very friendly, nothing is a problem. Great position and the rooms are gorgeous”

Lisa United Kingdom
“The room was perfectly curated and gorgeous. Staff were super helpful. It's in the middle of the medina but so quiet and peaceful.”

Katherine Switzerland

Stay in the Heart of Marrakesh –

One of our top picks in Marrakesh – and a guest favorite.
In Marrakech, this guesthouse is a 5-minute walk from Jamaâ El Fna Square. Guests can enjoy the patio with mandarin trees and the rooftop terrace with a hot tub-style water basin, and a view of the Atlas Mountains.

All the rooms at Riad ILayka are uniquely decorated in traditional, Moroccan style with antique furniture. They all have a furnished sitting area and a private bathroom. Some of the guest rooms provide direct access to the terrace.

Breakfast is included and served every morning in the communal lounge, on the patio or on the rooftop terrace, by the pool. A guest table with Moroccan dishes is available and guests can also take Moroccan cooking lessons.

Other facilities include free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel is 6 miles from Marrakech Airport and transportation can be arranged upon prior reservation.

Medina is a great choice for travelers interested in street markets, markets and souks.

This is our guests' favorite part of Marrakesh, according to independent reviews.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Marrakesh! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Marrakesh! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.0 for two-person stays.

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Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Standard Double Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This room is decorated in traditional, Moroccan style with antique wood furniture and purple tones. It features a fireplace, a furnished sitting area and a private bathroom with a bathtub or shower. Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Bathrobe • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Patio • Private Bathroom • Heating • Walk-in closet • Bathtub or shower • Fireplace • Laptop safe • Sofa • Tile/Marble floor • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Entire unit wheelchair accessible • Toilet paper • Board games/puzzles Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This air-conditioned room is decorated in traditional, Moroccan style with antique wood furniture and kaki tones. It features a fireplace, a furnished sitting area and a private bathroom with a bathtub or shower. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Bathrobe • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Patio • Private Bathroom • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) • Heating • Walk-in closet • Slippers • Bathtub or shower • Fireplace • Laptop safe • Sofa • Tile/Marble floor • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Fold-up bed • Toilet paper • Board games/puzzles Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Superior Double Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This air-conditioned room is decorated in traditional, Moroccan style with antique wood furniture and warm, red tones. It features a fireplace, a furnished sitting area and a private bathroom with a bathtub or shower. It provides direct access to the terrace. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Bathrobe • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Walk-in closet • Slippers • Bathtub or shower • Laptop safe • Sofa • Tile/Marble floor • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper • Board games/puzzles Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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Explore Marrakech's 1,000-year-old city center, where colorful bazaars, ancient palaces, and winding streets are everywhere.

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Mouassine Museum
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Le Jardin Secret
0.1 miles
Souk of the Medina
0.1 miles
Marrakech Museum
0.2 miles
Djemaa El Fna
0.2 miles
Boucharouite Museum
0.2 miles
Medersa Ben Youssef
0.2 miles
The Orientalist Museum of Marrakech
0.3 miles
Koutoubia
0.5 miles
Museum Dar Si Said
0.5 miles

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Menara Airport
2.9 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The property is a family structure with 7 rooms, all in traditional Moroccan style. The Riad is located 5 minutes walking from the main square walking through t...”

Sara

Spain

“Amazing location , superb staff and clean modern rooms. ”

Stuart

United Kingdom

“At Riad Ilyaka we felt at home in the otherwise bustling Médina. The entire staff from the management team to the concierge gentlemen are committed to pro...”

Torsten

Germany

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2 Restaurants On Site

Restaurant #1

Food: Moroccan

Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, High tea, Cocktail hour
Restaurant #2

Food: Moroccan

Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Children are welcome

0 - 1 year	Can use a crib when requested or an existing bed	FREE
0 - 1 year	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 20 per child, per night
2 - 6 years	Can use an existing bed	FREE
2 - 6 years	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 20 per child, per night
7 - 15 years	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 20 per child, per night
16+ years	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 30 per person, per night

The maximum number of extra beds, cribs, and children allowed in existing beds depends on the room you pick. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

Riad ILayka accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The Fine Print

Please inform Riad ILayka of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

License number: 40000MH1152

“Excellent property built and decorated around traditional Moroccan architecture and gives you a feel of living inside a Moroccan home. It's more like a home than hotel and the staff is very friendly and take care of all you needs. It's the first time we stayed in a hotel where there were no keys required for the rooms. We could leave everything open and it was still very safe. It had a nice terrace pool and beds for sunbath. From the terrace you can see the beautiful sunset behind the Koutubia Mosque and amazing view of the Atlas Mountains. It's a 5 min walk from the Riad to the main square - Jemaa El-Fnaa. The breakfast was awesome and there was a personal touch in everything. My 4 year old son loved the place and he wanted to stay more in the Riad than going out. It was a great hospitality by Nadia, Houla, Azdeen, Abdel and Mohammed. We'd highly recommend this place if you want to experience traditional Moroccan home.”

“The property is a family structure with 7 rooms, all in traditional Moroccan style. The Riad is located 5 minutes walking from the main square walking through the souk, in a quiet area. The rooms are clean and the staff was able to make our stay just perfect, from planning dinner to cooking class and excursions/transfers.”

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Reviewed: May 26, 2019

Sara
Spain
Age group: 35 – 44

1 helpful vote
10

“A great stay!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The property is a family structure with 7 rooms, all in traditional Moroccan style. The Riad is located 5 minutes walking from the main square walking through the souk, in a quiet area. The rooms are clean and the staff was able to make our stay just perfect, from planning dinner to cooking class and excursions/transfers.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 14, 2019

Laurabates
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I hate to say any negatives because this place is awesome. The aircon could be improved though and I have no doubt it will be by the time we return!
The ambiance, the fantastic service, the view from the roof terrace

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 12, 2019

Kevin
Ireland

2 helpful votes
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 10, 2019

Vilius
Turkey
10

“Amazing”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Initially hard to find, but afterwards very rewarding
Everything was exeptional

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 6, 2019

Stuart
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Amazing location , superb staff and clean modern rooms.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: April 19, 2019

Torsten
Germany

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
At Riad Ilyaka we felt at home in the otherwise bustling Médina. The entire staff from the management team to the concierge gentlemen are committed to providing a comfortable stay. It is clear that the team prides itself on offering a 360-degree experience. Azeddine was the highlight for us. He is a gentle-soul with a warm smile who goes the extra mile without expecting anything in return. This is superb service. We recommend organizing excursions, tours or inquiring at the Riad, as they validate legitimacy. The best part about staying in a Riad is the authentic cultural experience. You do have take a few turns in the alleyways to find the entrance, but the staff offers to help navigate until you feel comfortable with the route. At no point did we ever feel unsafe. There is only one way in and out, with a bolted door which the staff controls. At night there is a security guard outside a hostel in the alleyway which also keeps an eye on any traffic. The rooftop is also locked down late at night for extra security. A safe is provided in the room. On our last evening, the staff organized a private cooking class. We had so much fun shopping in the market hall and picking the spices. The chefs talked us through every step so that we can recreate the dishes at home. The tagine we made was the best we had!

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 17, 2019

Lisa
United Kingdom
10

“Very relaxing and the staff were excellent”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
The staff are very friendly, nothing is a problem. Great position and the rooms are gorgeous

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 17, 2019

Tosin
United States of America
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The Moroccan tea was so good

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: March 6, 2019

Katherine
Switzerland

5 helpful votes
9.6

“Peaceful place in the middle of the medina.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
The room was perfectly curated and gorgeous. Staff were super helpful. It's in the middle of the medina but so quiet and peaceful.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: February 23, 2019

Katie
United States of America
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Finding this riad is frustrating, to say the least. Online maps do not show the alleyways necessary to access the property. We walked in circles every time we tried to get “home”. It’s particularly bad at night after the recognizable shops have closed.
Really friendly staff and the food (especially dinner) is delicious. The bed was comfortable and the rooftop was an oasis from the city madness.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: January 2, 2019

Sebastian
Germany

3 helpful votes
10

“Perfect stay in Marrakech”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
- Very good location in the medina - Very friendly and helpful staff, they help you with everything. The service is one of the best we've ever had. - We did a cooking class at the riad, it was delicious - Very nice local breakfast - They organised the airport transfer and a day trip to Essaouira, everything works perfect - Rooms are clean and comfortable

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 27, 2018

Atif
United States of America
10

“Excellent. Great value !”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Need better lighting in bathroom
Friendly staff. Great location. Good facilities.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 12, 2018

Daniela
Italy
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A wonderful place made of beautiful people! Our stay at Riad Ilayka was perfect, from all point of view. Teresa and Mohammed are excellent hosts, I really hope to have the chance to go back soon.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 11, 2018

Catherine
United Kingdom
10

“Peaceful stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Amazing room with beautiful furnishings - the whole Riad was peaceful and quiet restful place. The staff were extremely helpful and accommodating with organising things for us. The rooftop is amazing to watch the sunset and rise with views over the city and enjoy a cocktail. Lovely big breakfast with fresh ingredients in peaceful surroundings.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 9, 2018

Anonymous
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“Excellent and a fantastic experience staying in an authentic riad. Thank you!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Altough I appreciated the lovely Moroccan décor of my room, it was a little dark for reading but this is being pernickety and must be treated as positive criticism.
There was fantastic team spirit at this riad. Everyone was very kind, helpful, hospitable and friendly. The home-cooked Moroccan cuisine was authentic, delicious and much appreciated by a “foodie”. I was very spoilt as the chef prepared me a chicken pastilla one evening and it was sublime.

Stayed in November 2018

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