The Riad Zamane, built early last century, has been renovated with taste and attention to ... more
details by it's owner who is a native daughter of Fez.<BR/>This luxurious house decorated according to tradition, combines authentic Arabic art of design .....
Advantages: Rooms and food are great, very relaxing Disadvantages: Location, location, location!
We have just returned from spending the Easter weekend at Riad O2 in Marrakech.
Prior to visiting Marrakech we had good email contact with the riad, and we confirmed with them that we would like to be collected from the airport and have dinner in the riad on our first night. We then arranged to pay the outstanding balance by bank transfer.
We arrived at Menara airport after a really easy three hour flight, and we were quickly met by one of the riad's drivers, Hamid. He helped us to his car with our bags and we set off for the medina. Having read a couple of reviews on other sites before leaving we were a little wary of the area that Riad O2 is situated in, and unfortunately on arriving I have to admit our worries were confirmed. Hamid pulled up at the end of a road near Sidi Ben Slimane, and we then walked for three or four ...
Advantages: friendly people, relaxed atmosphere Disadvantages: you'll regret to go back home
Once you step inside the Riad you feel very much at home. You?re welcomed by the genuine friendly owner and his Moroccan personnel. Checking in you don?t fill out forms but are invited to drink tea instead.
You soon find your way through the narrow streets that lead to the Riad meanwhile discovering the way the real habitats from Marakkech spend their day and surely the children playing in the streets will help you find you way back if you?re lost. (Reward them with some small change)
The homely feel of the Riad with it?s beautiful interior will be heaven after spending your day on the busy squares and streets of the town.
Once you have been there, you want to come back. ...
Advantages: Peaceful, pretty with wonderful owners and staff. One of my favourite places ever. Disadvantages: No tea making facilities. Early morning call to prayer gives a swift awakening
What kind of traveller are you? Do you like to spend your holiday budget on a luxury villa somewhere, with all the mod cons, or do you prefer more Spartan accommodation, on the basis that you're just renting somewhere to rest your head at night? Usually, I fall into the latter category - as much as I like luxury, I cannot justify spending large sums of money if I'm visiting a city in order to get out and about, and discover the culture and meet the people. However, I've just returned from Marrakech, and found a happy medium.
Riad Dar Sbihi is in the northern part of the Medina (old city) in Marrakech. A riad is a traditional Moroccan dwelling. It is laid out around a central courtyard, with the rooms communicating with the courtyard, but not with each other. The result of this design is that you step from a bustling (and dusty ...
We offer you a selection of hand chosen properties. Located in the historical city center of Fez, you will live an unforgettable experience. No hidden service charges or booking fees, communicate and book directly with property owners. Amber Room, The Ambre Room is located on the second floor and has a king size bed and private bathroom with shower. The Riad Zamane, built early in the last century, has been lovingly restored with great taste and fine attention to detail by the owner Mrs.Sakina Belcadi, a Fez native.This luxurious and traditional Fassie home is decorated with respect to Moroccan tradition and the owner has succeeded in combining authentic arabic art with design and sobriety. Moroccan craftsmanship can be seen throughout the residence and you will enjoy the light and harmonious atmosphere and be captivated by the designs and decorative sculpted stucco. Refined Moroccan cuisine can be enjoyed on the patio, in the traditional salon, or on the rooftop terrace that provides great views of the historical city.A well trained and discreet staff is at your service and will make sure that your stay is a memorable one.
