I had a fantastic experience at Dar El Mandar. The staff (all of them) were incredibly welcoming and helpful. My room was clean, spacious, and beautifully decorated, with a lovely own garden and a stunning view. The breakfast was delicious. Dinner was also excellent. Highly recommended!

Stayed in May 2024

Breathtaking views both day and night. Amazingly comfortable area. One of the best places I have stayed.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing to complain about. Just be mindful that this is a quiet place to disconnect - wifi only in the main area, not the rooms so put the phone away and relax

Stunning location in the hills, with beautiful sunsets. Friendly attentive staff who couldn't do enough for us and delicious home cooked food

Stayed in April 2024

Fantastic location with a wonderful view over Fes.

Stayed in April 2024

Pampering

Stayed in September 2023

Dar el Mandar was our favourite stay in Morocco. I wish we had stayed here longer. The whole experience was incredible: the friendly staff who couldn't do enough for you, the beautiful architecture and grounds, the stunning view, the deliciously fresh food. Although the staff spoke mainly French, there was no issue and they were eager to work things out. We truly loved our stay here and would come back just for this location. Thank you to the whole team.

Stayed in September 2023

heavily quiet and beautiful place . lovely friendly staff . nice food . serves alcohol. good size pool .

Stayed in August 2023

Nothing 😅 everything's good maybe the road is difficult but always difficult road leads to better places

Everything the staff the food the people are so welcoming, the view is super nice, super cozy and calm, clean they give you Fourniture and everything youll need is there

Stayed in September 2023

No Wi-Fi

Really lovely small hotel in a lovely quiet location near Fes, beautiful hotel with lovely facilities and the staff were incredibly helpful.

Stayed in May 2023

The first review I’ve ever written. We wanted somewhere to relax close to Fez to end our trip and didn’t want to spend a fortune. We booked this without super high expectations and we’re blown away. Everything is perfect. The staff are so kind and attentive, farm to table food beyond delicious ! Such a calm environment. We planned to go to see the area but couldn’t leave. We’ll be back again and again I hope.

Stayed in May 2023

Rather complex site layout.

Remarkably friendly and helpful staff. Restful and peaceful

Stayed in May 2023

Nothing

So peaceful and quiet

Stayed in April 2023

Wonderful stay, gorgeous view, super friendly staff. Recommended!

Stayed in April 2023

Insanely pretty place, that is well thought through. Dar El Mandar has a multitude of details that give every element its own identity and still blend in with the mountain that encompasses the hotel. This is where a modern vision and traditional Moroccan culture are carefully blended. To sum it up, the interior is amazing and beautifully curated, the food is delicious and emphasises everything that is delicious about Moroccan cuisine, the staff is kind and always ready to help with the biggest smile.

Stayed in April 2023

all good

Breathtaking views from the location. The Riad and its garden is in very good condition, perfect style, food for your eyes. Nice, friendly and very helpful staff. We enjoyed a delicious dinner and good breakfast. The owner helped us to make our stay unforgettable. We really hope to come back one time.

Stayed in April 2023

Nice Place to relax and enjoy the nature and not too far from Fes city.

Stayed in March 2023

It’s necessary to get some cash from the aiport to pay for the accommodation and for extra dinner and/or lunch.

Four days of escape from the cold Dutch climate. We are very pleased with Dar El Mandar. First of all, the place is breathtaking! The view is beautiful, it is very luxurious and has nice lounge seating. If you do not master the French or Arabic language this is not a problem. There works a young lady named Wafoj. She studied English at the University and is therefore the perfect addition to the team. In addition, she and the rest of the crew are very hospitable. It is handy to have enough money at the airport to withdraw money because there is no bank machine nearby. And transferring money is difficult. We were just a little short but this was not a problem and a sweet gift from them.

Stayed in March 2023

not too much to do

very quiet and beautiful scenery

Stayed in November 2022

Nothing

Dar el Mandar is a true oasis of tranquility and hospitality nestled away into a mountain side with a stunning view of Fez and the surrounding plains. The property is designed with great attention to detail - minimalism paired with traditional Moroccon style. It is elegant and luxurious, but down to earth at the same time. We spent 2 nights here to enjoy a full-day break of relaxation, sandwiched into an otherwise pretty packed itinerary of exploring Morocco. We couldn’t have been happier with our decision. Dar el Mandar was the perfect place to find some peace and quiet, and to recharge our batteries before diving back into the bustle of Fez. The rooms are clean and tastefully furnished, the staff was extremely attentive and they served excellent food as well. If we ever come back to Morocco we will make sure to spend a few nights here, Inshallah :)

Stayed in November 2022

Leaving the place

The location, the tranquility, the rooms, the food and above all; the staff who do their best to make you feel comfortable and give you a feeling like home.

Stayed in October 2022

The location, food and ambiance are absolutely stunning. Though remote after a couple of minutes by dirt road you will find an oasis of tranquility with a pool infinitely looking towards Fez. Amazing view, amaxing food, beautifully decorated rooms and surroundings, best food we had in Morrocco

Stayed in September 2022

Our only concern was the taxi transfer arranged for us - no seat belts (unlike the other transfers later in the week) and driver using phone which wasn’t hands free. However, we did get to Sefrou and back safely (!) and we’d recommend a visit on a Thursday for the market.

Extremely friendly staff, and very helpful. A particularly comfortable and stylish property with substantial breakfasts and wonderful evening meals on the covered terrace. Relaxing!! Lovely pool and grounds - range of seating areas plus the delights of the Berber tent. We’d definitely return and bring some friends, and recommend to others. Many thanks once again to Alaa and Hamsa (with apologies if my spelling is incorrect!)

Stayed in October 2022

-we really appreciate that the owner wants to support local families and promote more sustainable tourism. This meant that staff could not speak English at all, only French. We missed having good conversations with them which we generally like when we travel to different countries. It helps us connect better. -the whole setting is about enjoying the peaceful surroundings and disconnecting from outside world. But if you need to use internet for anything important then you need to do in the restaurant section because the WiFi does not reach the rooms

Beautiful setting in the countryside. Good place to relax away from hustle and bustle of Fes. Delicious freshly cooked meals. Common area with games and swimming pool is very nice. There are some farm animals too. Comfortable bedroom. Lovely helpful staff Note: don't forget to bring cash to make payments. No cards

Stayed in October 2022

I don't know where to start it was just amazing! the view the atmosphere the staff was so sweet friendly and helpful! Hamza Toufiq and Ella what wonderful people. and the owner jouad comes to ask if everything was okay. I've been to many places but this was beautiful

Stayed in September 2022