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Dar el-Ghalia

4.0 of 5
13-15 Rue Ross Rhi, Fes 30000, Morocco
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Dar el-Ghalia
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Los Angeles
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

The hotel is incredibly lovely - it was a former palace and has retained 100% of its charm. The room had a seating area with a fireplace and TV in addition to the bedroom. The lobby/patio is a lovely spot to relax after a busy, hot day. The tinkling fountain soothes your cares away. When you first arrive, it smells... More

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San Jose, Costa Rica
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

We stayed here in October, and it was such a lovely place. Authentic decor combined with modern comforts. Fantastic food. The bed was the most comfortable we encountered in Morocco. We enjoyed the medina location, and after a day it was quite easy to find on our own. The views from the rooftop terrace are lovely, and the entire riad... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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8 hotel reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2012

We spent 4 nights here in April. For me it seemed like the authentic riad experience. Decorated with a mulittude of different objects it had a living museum feel about it. One day it rained we had the pleasure of not leaving Dar El Ghalia, instead we enjoyed the place itself. It is positioned well into the medina and takes... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2011

This review is a long time in coming, as I visited in August 2008. I will admit I was nervous going to Morocco, concerned that Americans would not be treated well. Still I opted to stay here, to experience a traditional stay. The hotel staff, possibly proprieter (do not recall his name), was wonderful. We were looking for a guide,... More

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Folkestone, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 December 2010

We stayed in this lovely Riad in Nov 2010, there were 7 females in our party. The location was just inside the Medina, so peaceful that you were totally unaware of the hustle and bustle of the market. Excellent views of the mountains from the terrace, I can imagine how lovely it would have been to have dined up here... More

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Salamanca
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 July 2010

There is absolutely nothing bad about this hotel: once you learn how to come back to the riad it is very easy to find it. The staff is just great: kind, bright, funny and friendly. The restaurant is great as well, with traditional (and delicious), Moroccan food. The breakfast changes every morning and you will be able to taste Moroccan... More

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Blenheim, New Zealand
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 July 2010

After a hassling trip from the station by the taxi mafia, we arrived in a paradise through the wall to sit and sip mint tea before registration The interior area is large and the staff were very helpful and incredibly discreet. Rooms are spacious if the floors a little uneven, to be expected after 700 years I guess. The Manager... More

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New Jersey
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2010

My girlfriend at I stayed at this hotel for a couple of nights in February for our first trip to Morocco. This hotel is located inside the Medina and you must walk about 1000 feet through narrow, winding passageways from the road. We arrived in Fes after dark, so we were a little concerned when our cab driver got out... More

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New York, NY
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58 reviews 58 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2010

This really was a palace, as you discover entering the enormous central courtyard. Arriving at dusk is ideal, as the Moorish lanterns are lit, the fountain is on, and you are served tea in one of the many couches scattered around. Our suite was lovely, with two sitting areas and a gracious iron four-poster bed. The bath was tiny, even... More

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Amsterdam
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 October 2009

I’m quiet familiar with the riads in Fes (I have visited many of them) and I should say that I’m really surprised by the large number of positive reactions. Marvelous Riad, but not the best one: Riad Fes (where U2 shouted a video clip last year) and Riad LALA Charifa are much nicer and better located... Their are of course... More

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Address: 13-15 Rue Ross Rhi, Fes 30000, Morocco
Region: Morocco > Fes-Boulemane Region > Fes
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#23 Romantic Hotels in Fes
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Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
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