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Riad Melhoun is located in central Marrakech, a 3-minute walk from the El Badi and El Bahia Palaces. It features an interior courtyard with a swimming pool and a furnished rooftop terrace with a heated swimming pool on the terrace and a views of the medina. Each room has traditional Moroccan decoration and a view of the patio. All rooms have a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Guests also have access to a traditional living room with a fireplace and a lounge area with books. Free Wi-Fi access is provided in common areas. Guests can enjoy the hammam and massages at an extra cost. Breakfast is served on the terrace, on the patio or in the rooms. Traditional Morrocan cuisine is also available on request for other meals.
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HOTEL STYLE
Romantic
Quaint
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, Arabic
Location
N°99 -Sidi Moussa, Marrakech 40000 Morocco
Riad Melhoun & Spa
5 reviews
Getting there
Great for walkers
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Nestled in a prime location, Riad Melhoun & Spa is celebrated for providing a serene oasis amidst the bustle, with guests frequently lauding the hotel's cleanliness and enchanting atmosphere. The staff's exceptional service garners high praise for their warmth and professionalism.
While the rooms are noted to be comfortably snug and immaculately adorned, it's the value for money—spanning rooms to excursions—that guests find particularly appealing. The amenities, including a rooftop with heated pools and a luxurious spa, are popular highlights for many visitors.
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Comfortable
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Reasonable
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Spotless
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Attentive
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What a truly lovely place – we all feel very lucky to have stayed there. Well located next to the Bahia Palace and within easy reach of the main square at Djemaa El Fna, the elegant and restful Riad Melhoun feels like the perfect counterpoint to the busy Medina beyond its door. Although it’s a beautiful property, what really made the stay for us is the wonderful staff. Everyone working at the riad made us feel very welcome and were friendly, helpful and kind – they took obvious pride in looking after people (without being obtrusive). We also enjoyed the food made by the riad’s cook, who produced authentic-tasting dishes with real care; there was a different selection each day at breakfast and generous Moroccan dinners on request, which were better than most of the food we ate elsewhere during our stay in Marrakesh. The private, two-person hammam also felt like a real luxury. We all enjoyed being gently washed and scrubbed, returning to our rooms really happy, like contented children after a particularly restful bath. Critically, on top of both looking and feeling like a really lovely space, Riad Melhoun also gets all the essentials right: the beds are comfortable, the bedding soft and the ensuite bathrooms have hot walk-in showers and generous, fluffy towels; the housekeeping service was also excellent. Being able to sit up on the roof was also lovely – the perfect spot for a leisurely breakfast or for some R&R in the afternoon with a book.
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Date of stay: February 2025
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: You can ask to use the hammam in same-gender pairs – it doesn't have to be used as a couple.
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Thank you so much for your heartfelt and detailed review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your stay at Riad Melhoun was such a memorable experience. It's wonderful that you enjoyed our prime location near the Bahia Palace and Djemaa El Fna, and we’re delighted that the peaceful and elegant atmosphere of the Riad provided a perfect escape from the busy Medina. Your kind words about our team mean the world to us – we take great pride in offering warm, attentive service, and we’re so happy to know that you felt welcomed and cared for throughout your stay. We’re also glad you enjoyed the authentic Moroccan dishes prepared by our cook, as well as the luxurious private hammam experience. It’s great to hear that the comfort of our rooms, the quality of the bedding, and the excellent housekeeping contributed to making your stay even more enjoyable. And we’re so pleased that you found our rooftop to be a peaceful spot for relaxation or breakfast. We truly appreciate your feedback, and we would love to welcome you back again in the future for another restful and special experience. Warm regards, Staff Riad Melhoun & SPA
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My wife and I decided to go on a last minute short break and booked it via Secret Escapes. The booking included the Riad Melhoun and Spa and because the photos look good we pressed the Book button. Cool.
We arrived early in the morning navigating the busy airport and streets. We decided to pre book our taxi via booking.com which was a good move. Worth mentioning that you should bring UK cash to Morocco so you can change it in the many bureau de change scattered around the soukes. Never buy currency to spend at the UK airport!
Onto the main event, the Riad Melhoun. On arriving it was like entering a tranquil oasis magically cut off from the hustle and bustle of the nearby streets. The traditional decor was authentic while feeling homely and welcoming. You really do feel like you can relax anywhere to read in a quiet spot, dip in the plunge pool or just sit in the sun on the terrace.
The spa was excellent and we had the couples Hammam massage which set just the right tone for the rest of our stay. Highly recommended.
Our room was on the top floor - the tent room and we could easily imagine ourselves being away on adventures (which we were) and again we felt it was the perfect balance of tradition and function. A great setting for relaxing at the end of the day.
Finally the staff definitely deserve a special mention. They were all welcoming, attentive and helpful. We brits can be quite demanding, asking for restaurant advice and bookings and help working out how we should "haggle" in the soukes. They took our asks in their stride and always met us with a smile. We honestly felt their pride they had in their Riad which shone through to the excellent service we received every day of our stay.
We recommend Riad Melhoun & Spa! Well done team.
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Riad Melhoun Spa, General Manager at Riad Melhoun & Spa
Responded Jul 13, 2024
Thank you so much for your detailed and glowing review! We're thrilled that you and your wife had such a fantastic experience at Riad Melhoun & Spa. It's wonderful to hear that our tranquil oasis provided the perfect escape from the bustling streets of Marrakech, and that you enjoyed the authentic yet homely decor. We're delighted that you found our spa and the couples Hammam massage excellent, setting the right tone for your stay. Staying in the tent room sounds like it added to the adventure of your trip, and we're pleased it provided a balance of tradition and comfort. Our team takes great pride in providing excellent service, and we're glad to hear that their hospitality made your stay memorable. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another relaxing getaway!
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Our review of this beautiful and cosy Riad must start with praises for Jamal. Jamal was the receptionist/host when we arrived; from the start till the end of our stay he made it really special. He was extremely polite and cordial, had helpful suggestions for everything we asked. We had booked Gaya Suite which was the only suite on the ground floor next to the natural pool, which made it feel very private. The Riad is centrally located which means everything is accessible very easily. We booked transfer from Airport, excursion to Ait Ben Haddou and transfer to Essaouria from the hotel - all at a very reasonable prices. Jamal also provided helpful tips regarding shopping and navigating the streets of Marrakech. We took the royal couple spa which was nice. We also had dinner at hotel - they made wonderful tagines and salads - again very very personalised. We also ate at other places but the food made at the hotel felt more authentic and homely, thanks to the chef. Breakfast was delicious and plenty - Jamal also prepared breakfast for us early at 6:30, on the day we had our trip to Ait Ben Haddou. We were also able to check our late, which was very helpful. Overall - very good experience, exemplary service and hospitality - we will definitely come back!
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Date of stay: December 2024
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Where do I start. From the moment you walk through the doors of this little haven of tranquility, in the middle of this crazy busy city, you feel the stress lift from your shoulders. The Riad is stunning but the staff are the real treasure at this accommodation. Nothing is too much trouble as they want to make your stay they best experience they can. We stayed a week and they planned our whole stay together with us, asking what/where we wanted to visit and then advising us what was the best day/time to do the trips we wanted. Everyone from the cooks, drivers, cleaners, waiters and especially the manager where so hospitable and just a pleasure to be around. As for its situation, well you are pretty central within the Medina so close to most things. The rooms are spotless and large, the food delicious (they even arranged a cooking afternoon for us). All in all I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this beautiful place. Most of all thank you to all the new family of the Riat Melhoun for a fantastic stay 🙏
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Date of stay: January 2025
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Dear Carol, Thank you so much for your heartfelt and detailed review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that your stay at Riad Melhoun was such a memorable and relaxing experience. We’re thrilled that the peaceful atmosphere of the Riad helped you unwind from the busy city, and that you felt truly cared for by our team. It’s wonderful to know that our staff were able to make your stay even more special by helping plan your visits and providing such attentive service throughout your time here. We pride ourselves on our hospitality, and it's incredibly rewarding to hear that everyone—from the cooks to the drivers—made you feel like part of the Riad Melhoun family. We're so glad you enjoyed the food, the spacious rooms, and the cooking afternoon! Your recommendation means the world to us, and we would be honored to welcome you back on your next visit to Marrakech. Thank you once again for choosing Riad Melhoun, and we look forward to seeing you again soon! Warm regards, Staff Riad Melhoun & SPA
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I spent a long weekend with my girlfriend at the Riad Melhoun and would highly recommend it. The Riad itself is an incredible building (the pictures don't do it justice), and I can't praise all the staff highly enough - they all went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Their efforts and attentiveness were greatly appreciated. The Riad serves traditional Morocccan dishes, and we would recommend the chicken tagine on the rooftop. The hammam/massage was well worth it, and the whole experience at the Riad was very relaxing in general. The location was fantastic, being right in the old town, with the markets in easy walking distance, but being set back enough that you're not right in the thick of it. We would definitely go again and thank you to everyone working there!
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Date of stay: February 2025
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Dear Jonathan, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your girlfriend had such a memorable and relaxing stay at Riad Melhoun. It’s fantastic to know that you appreciated the beauty of the Riad, the attentiveness of our team, and our traditional Moroccan dishes, especially the chicken tagine on the rooftop. We’re also glad to hear that you enjoyed the hammam and massage – it’s great to know that you found the overall experience so relaxing. Our location is indeed one of our highlights, offering easy access to the markets while providing a peaceful retreat from the bustle of the Medina. We would love to welcome you both back in the future! Thank you again for your kind words, and for recommending us so highly. Staff Riad Melhoun & SPA
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There are no words to describe the wonder of this Riad: once you enter you are transported to a fairy tale of "The Arabian Nights" 🌙✨ The rooms are spotless, furnished with taste and particular attention to detail. The kindness and sweetness of the staff makes you forget you are away from home, making you feel at home; for my birthday, for example, I was delivered a beautiful bouquet of flowers in my room. I recommend this riad in EVERY way: cleanliness, staff, excellent restaurant, wonderful breakfast! It will be difficult to return to everyday life after an experience like this where you are pampered all the time. Thank you Riad Melhoun, I will always carry you in my heart.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The accommodation was wonderful, the rooms were somewhat small but typical of a Riad, very quiet, well located, very well cared for and perfectly attended to. Delicious breakfast served on the terrace or interior patio. Spectacular Hammam
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The Riad is in a great location in the Medina, close to everything but on one of the quieter streets so you don't hear scooters all night. Beautifully renovated building in a traditional style and spotlessly clean. The breakfast was excellent. However, the thing that really makes this Riad stand out are the staff: They were all incredibly kind professional and helpful without being too over the top. They really seem to care that there guests have a good time in Marrakech outside of the hotel and have were helpful in sharing ideas of what to do and as importantly what not to do!
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Date of stay: February 2025
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Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the location of the Riad, with its balance of being close to everything in the Medina while still offering a peaceful retreat. It’s wonderful to know that you appreciated the renovation and cleanliness of the building, as well as the breakfast we serve. Your kind words about our team truly warm our hearts. We pride ourselves on providing a thoughtful and genuine experience for our guests, and we’re so glad that you felt well taken care of throughout your stay. It's great to hear that our recommendations helped make your time in Marrakech even more enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back soon for another unforgettable experience! Best regards, Staff Riad Melhoun & SPA
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Stayed for 5 nights as a Couple and child at the top floor suite tent room in February 2022 straight after the Covid 19 travel ban was lifted.
The Riad is beautiful, clean and decorated in the traditional Morrocan style. The entire staff team is super friendly, accommodating and provide exceptional service. They truly do put a lot of genuine effort and passion into serving the needs of their customers. The location is also very good right in the middle of old city with walking distances to various soukhs, shopping streets, restaurants, Jama El fanaa square and the Bahia Palace.
The top floor tent room is probably the biggest room in Riad accommodating a king size double bed and a single bed for kids. The room was clean and spacious with a fridge and decent size wardrobe. The tent had a separate area partitioned off by a curtain to accommodate a bath tub and a toilet. The roof top terrace is right out side the room with sun loungers and a good size jacuzzi pool surrounded by various cactus plants. The area is well maintained and creates a relaxing environment right outside the tent suite.
The breakfast is very good and is served on demand in whatever common area of the hotel you choose. The breakfast service is excellent and staff lay on different types of breakfast every day ranging from eggs, various kinds of pancakes, fruits, yogurts, cakes, jams, coffees and teas and off course the fresh Morrocan Orange juice. You can ask for whatever you need and the staff even prepared a special Morrocan egg tagine for breakfast one day when we wanted to try something different. So the breakfast is adequate, good quality and has some thing for every one.
We had dinner at the Riad for our 10th anniversary and were pleasantly surprised. The staff made a lot of effort to prepare for the event and we were consulted on the menu choices and out likes and preferences. We pretty much designed our own menu with starters, salads, tagine of our choice, deserts and the staff executed it really well.
Overall, we were really pleased with our stay at the Riad Melhoun and Spa. The staff went above and beyond to look after us. Thank you.
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Date of stay: February 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Riad Melhoun et Spa, General Manager at Riad Melhoun & Spa
Responded May 10, 2022
Dear Mehran Jamil, We would like to thank you warmly for choosing Riad Melhoun & Spa for your recent stay in Marrakech and for taking the time to write this beautiful feedback and share it on TripAdvisor. We highly appreciate your feedback. It was our pleasure to meet you and your family We are so glad to read that your stay with us exceeded your expextations for all the reasons you generously listed. We hope to see you again soon, Best regards. All the team of Riad Melhoun & Spa
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An aesthetically beautiful riad, even if the stay is made special by the staff who work there: professional, kind and smiling guys, ready to satisfy every request. The location is great, quiet at night and the main tourist spots are within walking distance. Thanks again to all the guys on the staff!
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Dear Jennifer,
Please be informed that we arrange transfers from and to the airport (Bus or train stations). We arrange also transfers from other cities or hotels to Riad Melhoun & Spa.
All you need is to provide us with your arrival details.
Another important information is that when you are coming by your own, please let us know in advance in order to let you know about the nearest parking and to arrange for a porter to carry your luggage and accompany you until the door of the Riad.
Riad Melhoun & Spa is being managed by a new company so please kindly note that Alcoholic beverages are not served since April 2018.
Thank you for your understanding.
Dear Tonya,
Thank you so much for your message .
Yes we are inside Madina and as well near to the Bahia Palace and Musem Dar Si Said .
Also 8 Minutes to the la place jamaa fnna .
Best regards
Mohamed Maddach
Manager Riad melhoun
There are more places to choose from in the Marrakech area.
PRICE RANGE
C$313 - C$698 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
MoroccoMarrakech-SafiMarrakech
NUMBER OF ROOMS
8
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