Riad La Croix Berbere

We stayed in this Riad for 4 nights. It is very well located, the welcome is warm and the staff very kind. The room seemed larger in photo but the size remains sufficient for two people. On the other hand, there was no ventilation to the outside (only a window that leads to an indoor living room) and so we had the impression that the bedroom was damp. The terrace was nice, the breakfast very good. However we do not necessarily recommend eating on site, there may be restaurants in the medina that are more worth it.

We wiggled our way through the low lit tight alleys to find our oasis. After finding that we were at sister riad and spa (and have the micky taken out of me, sharing a laugh) we were guided to the next door where the banter continued. Once inside we were treated to Moroccan mint tea and a tourist map. Our host explained the best areas to see and how to get to them. Once done he showed us our accommodation, ground floor looking out across the courtyard. He then walked me up to a restaurant to make a booking for me. Mimoud was the most wonderful host from start to finish. Even taking us to our taxi at the end of our trip. A true gentleman. Sofian looked after us (I hope I’m correct with your name) with a great breakfast every morning. How he traverses the stairs to the roof with a full tray and can still be happy to see you is beyond me lol. Our towels were changed daily and room tided, it didn’t need to be but like everything the service was amazing. Fantastic. I will always recommend this fantastic riad. To all the staff, you are a joy that sells Marrakesh.

Tucked away in a narrow pedestrian alley, this riad requires a bit of determination - or a sherpa - if you’re travelling with heavy luggage. There’s no lift, either, so prepare your calves for their own spiritual journey. The entrance hall is undeniably charming, all that classic riad atmosphere, though the tiny central pool feels more decorative than delightful. Have breakfast indoors and you’ll quickly discover that every inch of space is a precious commodity. Our room, on the second floor, had a miniature window opening onto the courtyard - charming in theory, but offering absolutely no privacy in practice. The room itself was spacious, with two beds and the usual Moroccan mattresses (firm enough to remind you you’re alive). The real gem was the bathroom: large, elegant, with a walk-in shower and those beautiful pearly tiles that make you momentarily forgive everything else. The rooftop terrace on the third floor was a welcome refuge. Staff were kind and eager, if not exactly synchronized. We were a large group, and our late-night arrival seemed to plunge the three young men on duty into an extended state of gentle panic - a mood that lingered throughout our stay. Still, the location is spot-on for exploring the main square and the Koutoubia… provided your legs are in good working order.