Riad Vanilla Sma & Spa
166, Derb Jdid, Dabachi, Medina, Medina, 40000 Marrakesh, Morocco – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 121 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Very friendly staff and authentic Morocco experience. Two minute walk to the central Square that was the heart of the city.

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Featuring a terrace with a hot tub and views of the Medina and Koutoubia Mosque, this guest house is set a 5-minute walk from Jemaâ El Fna Square. It offers a plunge pool, a patio with a fountain and several lounge areas. The air-conditioned guest rooms and suites at Riad Vanilla Sma & Spa are elegantly decorated and have view of the patio. They each include an private bathroom with a hairdryer. Traditional Moroccan cuisine can be served by the fireplace in the dining room upon request. Breakfast is served daily and massage treatments can be arranged on site. Car rental, babysitting and visits of the Medina can also be arranged upon demand. The property is 2.5 mi from the Majorelle Gardens and a 12-minute drive from Marrakech - Menara Airport. Airport shuttle can be arranged upon request.
This is our guests' favorite part of Marrakesh, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Riad Vanilla Sma & Spa has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Oct 5, 2012- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Breakfast

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- Joe
United States of America
“Very friendly staff and authentic Morocco experience. Two minute walk to the central Square that was the heart of the city.” - Sirish
United States of America
“The facility had on-premise hamam service. Best hamam ever. The Tagine one night at dinner was fantastic. Loved the complimentary Moroccan tea that the host provided” - Amy
Serbia
“Location is great , it was very clean. The stuff is very friendly and helpful. I liked the atmosphere.” - Lucanus
Switzerland
“The Riad is very central but completely calm and quiet. The staff go above and beyond, especially Abdu. They helped me arrange puck ups, transport and gave great tips where to eat. An oasis in the middle of the Medina” - Svava
United Kingdom
“The staff were fabulous, so helpful and friendly. I can't praise them highly enough. The riad and rooms are beautiful and so close to the lively market, and yet a haven of tranquility from the bustle outside. Nice breakfast that you could have as...” - Amy
United Kingdom
“An absolutely wonderful stay. The staff were certainly the best part, Nelly the owner was a delight, Abdul & Houssein were so lovely, and catered to absolutely anything we needed and more. It was my partners Birthday and they arranged a beautiful...” - Ella
United Kingdom
“Nelly, Abdul and Husain were wonderful hosts. They made us feel very welcome and were very knowledgable about what to do/see in Marrakesh. The room was very clean and bed was nice and comfortable - the room was cleaned daily and towels replaced....” - Sascha
Netherlands
“very nice and friendly staff. Super nice service and explanation about the city. The Riad is very nice especially the rooftop.” - Kim
United States of America
“Absolutely magical stunning hotel with gorgeous decorations and details. The owner was on hand to help us all day, every day - he was extremely kind, helpful, and attentive, and he went out of his way to make our stay perfect.” - Bartosz
Poland
“Excelent staff, service - very very helpfull. Mr Abdel and Mr Ibra -amazing service. Really thank you for all🤗”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Would you help with the luggage? Do you do airport transfer?
To help guarantee that your arrival is easy and worry free, we can arrange for you to be collected from the train station or Airport, and brought dire..Answered on 16 October 2021hello, are you bathrooms separated with a door?
Yes of course,.....Answered on 27 February 2023Hi there, Just wondering if you have a pool available for use in November. Many thanks
Hello, Concerning the little pool in the patio, it s available but not heated...but our Jacuzzi is heated all year around. Looking to hear from you ..Answered on 5 November 2022We have a family of five. Is there any way to get three females into one room?
Hello, If you want 3 pax in a room , you could only book the: - CH Suite Najma ( 3 single bed) - CH Suite Sma ( 1 double bed + 1 single) Hope that co..Answered on 4 March 2023Can I book some golf nearby
Hello, Sorry I'm sending again an answer.... My extranet didn't clear your request...Of course you could book to all golf course in MarrakechAnswered on 11 June 2022your advert says free cancellation and no prepayment required but your room selection says pay in advance. Misleading advertisement is not good.
Hello, "Unfounded accusation". This is not misleading advertising, it is specific to Booking.com and it's not from us. It is clearly displayed as an ..Answered on 14 April 2022- Still looking?
Area info *
Amenities of Riad Vanilla Sma & SpaGreat facilities! Review score, 9.4
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Breakfast
- Private Bathroom
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Invoice provided
- Smoke-free property
- Non-smoking rooms
- Arabic
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
Cancellation/
prepayment
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
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cash
Riad Vanilla Sma & Spa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
License number: 40000MH0675
FAQs about Riad Vanilla Sma & Spa
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Riad Vanilla Sma & Spa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
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Riad Vanilla Sma & Spa is 1 miles from the center of Marrakesh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Riad Vanilla Sma & Spa include:
- Double
- Twin
- Suite
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Guests staying at Riad Vanilla Sma & Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Halal
- Gluten-free
- American
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The prices at Riad Vanilla Sma & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Riad Vanilla Sma & Spa is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.