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Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla

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Dar El Aila is a haven of tranquility near the vibrant Jemaa el-Fnaa. Indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments, bask in the sun on the rooftop terrace, or take a refreshing dip in one of two pools. Guests rave about this family-friendly guesthouse’s attentive service and charming atmosphere.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillow-top bed
12 bathrooms
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Pillow-top bed
12 bathrooms
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
2 bedrooms
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Exclusive House

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Pillow-top bed
13 bedrooms
12 bathrooms
  • Mountain view
  • 13 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 36
  • 7 Double Beds, 14 Single Beds and 4 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Marrakech, Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla is in the city centre. Jemaa el-Fnaa and Menara Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Majorelle Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Le Jardin Secret and The Secret Garden Medina Marrakech. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing. Visit our Marrakech travel guide
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160 Derb El Ferane - Sidi Ahmed Soussi -, Médina, Marrakech, 40000

What's nearby

  • Le Jardin Secret, old Medina, Marrakech, Morocco.
    Le Jardin Secret
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Marrakech_MarrakechMuseum_6064129-5
    Marrakech Museum
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Majorelle Gardens showing a garden
    Majorelle Garden
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Jamaa el Fna (Jemaa el-Fnaa, Djema el-Fna or Djemaa el-Fnaa) square and market place in Marrakesh's medina quarter, Morocco
    Jemaa el-Fnaa
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Dar el Bacha Palace
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Marrakech Central Station
    15 min drive
  • Marrakech (RAK-Menara)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dar Moha Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Ristorante I Limoni
    7 min walk
  • Le Terrasse Du Jardin
    9 min walk
  • Simple Speciality Coffee
    12 min walk
  • Bacha Coffee Room & Boutique
    10 min walk

About this property

Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla

Upscale family-friendly guest house near Jemaa el-Fnaa
Majorelle Garden and Marrakech Plaza are located near Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla, which provides an airport shuttle, a free daily manager's reception and a rooftop terrace. Indulge in a massage, a manicure/pedicure and a body scrub at Dar El Aila, the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Dar El Aila, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a garden and a hair salon, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with pool umbrellas
  • Extended parking, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Massage treatment rooms, concierge services and a front desk safe
  • Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • 12 bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and childcare services

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (MAD 30 per day)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Dar El Aila

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1800
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • 12 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 250.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 38.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: MAD 170 per vehicle
  • Nearby parking fee: MAD 30 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 250.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Hôtel Spa Riad Dar El Aïla
& Spa Dar El Aila Marrakech
Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla Marrakech
Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla Guesthouse
Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla Guesthouse Marrakech

Frequently asked questions

Does Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Does Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of MAD 170 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla located?

This family-friendly Marrakech guesthouse is located in the historical district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Dar el Bacha Palace, Jemaa el-Fnaa and Majorelle Garden. Souk Cherifia and Perfume Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hôtel & Spa Riad Dar El Aïla Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ベルベル人の男性のスタッフの説明がとても感じよく、メディナの地図を見せてタクシーの乗り方やおすすめのレストランまで教えてくれてとても親切だった。ウェルカムサービスのミントティーとクッキーもとても美味しかった。部屋は窓がなく薄暗かったのでもう少し照明器具があるとよかった。プールは温水ではないので夏場でないと利用は難しいと思う。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy buena atención del personal

Muy buena atención del personal del Hotel durante los 5 días en Marrakech viajamos un grupo de amigos, de las 4 habitaciones que nos asignaron al llegar, 2 de ellas no eran de nuestro agrado, por ubicación , nos cambiaron una de ella el mismo dia y la otra al día siguiente ( era temporada alta).
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

fw

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Way overpriced and name misleading

Misleading name. Thought the road had a pool and jacuzzi but nothing like that. Thought I booked a suite with 2 queen beds but got 2 old Tony very uncomfortable beds. Ac was week, cleanliness to be desired, yes TV, very loud ( we could hear people going back and forth and people having breakfast outside our window in te morning. Worst stay ever and I could have gone in a 4 stars. Hire in the best area of Marrakech with a pool with half the price ( which I did the following day...) to be avoided
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

2/10 Terrible

soso

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Way Overpriced, misleading description of a spa.

Way Overpriced, misleading description of a spa. I feel cheated! I found an extremely nice hotel 4 stars in the nicest area of Marrakesh and it was only 800 Mad (about $80) That ryad should have charged us $30. It was more like a bed and breakfast with very uncomfortable beds and sheets, no TV, no AC... Terrible
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and warm welcome Nice terrasse
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Shajee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good except there was narrow roads to get in the hotel

10/10 Excellent

Vincent, Utrecht

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Riad midden in de oude stad van Marrakech

Behulpzaam aan aardig personeel maakte ons verblijf in het Riad erg prettig. Het Riad verschaft allerlei leuke plekjes om te relaxen en te genieten van de zon.

8/10 Good

Vasco, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente personal

Las habitación son cómodas, tienen aire acondicionado y están limpias.

6/10 Okay

FRANCOIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

BIEN TROP CHER POUR LES PRESTATIONS REELLES

Ce qui fait la différence entre les centaines de riad de Marrakech, ce sont les détails; et ce riad ne mérite absolument pas de couter aussi cher ! de 60 a 80€ MAXIMUM !! Photos très trompeuses sur la grandeur des lieux (piscine, chambre, seb), la douche était cassée, la clim ne chauffait pas (il faisait 8° la nuit, pas de couverture en plus), la ruelle d'entrée encombrée de gravats ou de poubelles en attente ! Bref on a VRAIMENT eu le sentiment de s'être fait avoir; Et je sais de quoi je parle : je travaille dans le tourisme !

10/10 Excellent

Steph, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a really lovely hotel! My only negatives were that door locks were not very secure and a little more choice food wise would have been great.

8/10 Good

Giusy, Milano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un'oasi di pace e benessere

Abbiamo soggiornato in questo bellissimo Riad nella Medina per 3 giorni. Sin da subito, il personale si è reso attento e disponibile. Un incaricato della struttura è venuto a prenderci in aeroporto (per una cifra assolutamente abbordabile) e ci ha accompagnate in auto sin dove ha potuto (all'interno della medina le strade sono talmente strette che le auto non passano) e ha proseguito per 1 min a piedi fino al Riad (nota importante poiché è facile perdersi). La nostra camera era spaziosa e dotata di tutti confort. Il letto comodissimo. Anche la pulizia eccellente! La posizione è comoda per raggiungere tutti i principali siti di interesse anche a piedi (massimo 20 min di cammino). Vicinissimo al caos del suq, ma molto molto riparato e silenziosissimo. La colazione nella stupenda terrazza è ottima e abbondante, con prodotti freschi e tipici. Consiglio di provare il tè alla menta! Non abbiamo usufruito dell'hammam, ma ho fatto un massaggio relax di un'ora e ne sono uscita rigenerata! Il personale è molto attento alle esigenze di tutti e sempre pronto a soddisfare ogni richiesta. Questo Riad ha contribuito a rendere il nostro soggiorno a Marrakech davvero meraviglioso!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Pas exceptionnel

J'ai trouvé l'accueil moyen, mon fils s'est blessé sur une banquette de la terrasse où il y manquait une boule (vis directement) et mon mari s'est blessé à la main avec la fermeture de la chambre qui ferme avec un cadenas! Je ne pense pas que j'y retournerai

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Montréal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un séjour des plus agréables!

Nous avons eu une superbe séjour au Riad Dar El Aïla! L'accueil chaleureux et personnalisé nous a tout de suite plu. Les employés sont sympathiques et généreux. Ils nous ont aidés sur plusieurs aspects, toujours autour d'un bon thé marocain. Nous serions restés beaucoup plus longtemps si nous avions pu! Un oasis de paix dans la bouillonnante médina de Marrakech!

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, Geneve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sehr schoenes Riad, empfehlenswert

Das Riad ist supernett, sehr schoen eingerichtet mit gemuetlicher Dachterrasse. Das Personal ist sehr hilfsbereit und organisiert alles gerne (auch Abendessen, Ausfluege etc.). Das Restaurant ist gut, falls man "zu Hause" bleiben will zum Essen. Die Lage ist super (man ist gleich im Souk und in 15mins zu Fuss beim grossen Platz), wenn es auch durch eine verwinkelte Gasse geht bis man es erreicht :) Es gibt auch Hamam / Spa im Hotel, was alles sehr gut ist (nur die Pedi/Mani nicht machen).

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, Zuerich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ferien mit Freunden

Das Riad ist super gelegen, sehr entspannte Atmosphaere. Hat SPA Facilities, die recht gut sind; das Personal ist sehr hilfsbereit und organisiert alles was man braucht (Trips, Abendessen etc.). Zimmer sind schoen ausgestattet, die Terrasse ist sehr schoen.

10/10 Excellent

SteveAuk85

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Retreat from the madness of Marrakech

We booked this hotel based on web reviews and we weren't disappointed. The start wasn't great as we quickly discovered you should arrange a transfer direct to the front door in order to avoid locals wanting excessive tips for insisting on taking you to the front door if the Riad to the point they wanted more than the a taxi the driver and fuel from the airport. This isn't a critism of the Riad and is clearly something to bear in mind across Marrakech. Whilst this left a bad taste it was soon turned round by this beautiful Riad it's friendly and attentive staff. Nothing was too much trouble from bottles of water to booking taxis for us. The breakfasts were typical morrocan very filling with fresh orange juice, coffee, local breads yoghurt and various morrocan pastries. We also ate here a couple of times during our stay and can recommend the food. If your looking for a five star western hotel this isn't the place for you. But if you want to get a feel for a genuine morrocan Riad in the heart of the souks of Marrakech with all the comfort required then I would thoroughly recommend Riad dar El Aila

10/10 Excellent

Denis 69380

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Idéal pour se reposer

Malgré un début raté ( retard de la navette et 2 lits simples au lieu d'un double) les employés du riad ont très vite rattrapé le coup, avec un accueil que beaucoup d'endroist en France devrait copier. Le riad à deux pas des soukh et dans la médina sans oubliez la place Jall al jafna, mérite le détour et un séjour. Le petit déj copieux peut être pris même pour les adepte de la grasse mat. De plus le calme vous donne plus envie de rester que d'aller se promener. Le soir possibilité de repas sans réserver concocté par une cuisinière de talent qui vous délecte les papilles.Bref un détour s'impose.Le personnel très disponible et prêt à engager une conversation.

10/10 Excellent

Marie, Antibes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un havre de paix

Nous n'avons malheureusement passé qu'une nuit au Riad El Aila. J'y reviendrai tres certainement. C'est tres agreable de se retrouver sur une terrasse au calme après le souk. L'equipe est très sympa, le diner excellent, les chambes confortables et très propre. Une Vraie bonne adresse.

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely little riad.

Very happy with this riad. If you after a genuine morocco experience then this is the place to go. Great atmosphere, good food, fantastic staff. The riad is alittle hard to find, and is off some dark back streets but this is all part of the Marrakech experience!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gemütlich und sehr freundlich

Ein sehr schönes Riad, freundliches Personal, sehr sauber und gemütlich. Tolles Frühstück und viele anderen Service. Wir würden unseren Freunde sofort empfehlen. Ganz in der Nähe vom Zentrum. Einfach toll!!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

MJensen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort