Riad Armelle in central Marrakech offers a quiet retreat with a free continental breakfast. The rooftop terrace captures the city's energy, and the café is perfect for coffee. Guests can dine at the restaurant, visit the arcade, and use babysitting services.
Located in Medina, a neighborhood in Marrakech, Riad Armelle is near the airport. 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Le Jardin Secret and The Secret Garden Medina Marrakech. Visit our Marrakech travel guide
23 Derb L'hotel - Bab Doukkala, Marrakech, 40030
What's nearby
Bab Doukkala Mosque
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Place Bab Doukkala
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Marrakech Plaza
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Jemaa el-Fnaa
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Dar el Bacha Palace
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Marrakech Central Station
9 min drive
Menara Airport (RAK)
15 min drive
Restaurants
Dar Moha Restaurant
6 min walk
Le Terrasse Du Jardin
7 min walk
Sports Lounge
11 min walk
Bacha Coffee Room & Boutique
7 min walk
Pikala Café
4 min walk
About this property
Riad Armelle
Upscale boutique hotel near Majorelle Garden
Close to Marrakech Plaza and Jemaa el-Fnaa, Riad Armelle provides free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to an arcade/game room and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Babysitting (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and ATM/banking services
A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
Luggage storage
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Riad Armelle include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Babysitting (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Rooftop terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
2 buildings
2 floors
Built in 2006
Designated smoking areas
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Limited room service
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
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
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 300 per night
Property 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 19.80 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
Rollaway bed fee: MAD 300 per night
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Riad Armelle
Riad Armelle Hotel
Riad Armelle Hotel Marrakech
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Riad Armelle Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Is Riad Armelle pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
This hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Riad Armelle?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Riad Armelle?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Riad Armelle located?
This family-friendly Marrakech hotel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Bab Doukkala Mosque and Marrakech Plaza. Jemaa el-Fnaa and Majorelle Garden are also within 1 mi (2 km). Marrakech Central Station is 29 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Riad Armelle Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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My heart was warmed at the warm welcome and from the staff. Cici was really sweet and caring. They also arranged a hotel shuttle service pickup which was nice to have after a long flight. The interior is so elegant and charming. I would definitely recommend this Riad and also stay here again!
The staff made the property, there was a female who was so accommodating with questions, concerns, and explanations, she went above and beyond and we are grateful as it made navigating the city easier! All around beautiful property with great staff
Staff is very nice especially Ziad. If it wasn’t for him, I would have given the property one star only.
I checked in, put my cloths out and left to explore the city. I came back and there was water all over my cloths and the floor that was coming from the AC unit. They changed the room for me but the toilet in the other room wasn’t working properly and water kept running all night. Ziad made sure it’s fixed the next day.
Not easy to get to the hotel as cars don’t reach the area. Bottom line, the property is beautiful but needs a lot of repair. I will never go back to it. Ziad stands out as an excellent employee of the property
We stepped at night into a very busy old market street, full of donkeys pulling carts, buzzing vespas hovering around
smoky areas, it felt like being on a set of a Jacky Chan's film. It took us 10 minutes walking to a second little turning to find our riad. We found a pretty tiny wooden blue door.
We knocked on it and bent our heads to walk in. As the door opened we walked into an oasis. A beautiful courtyard filled with gigantic climbing plants , marble flooring, and massive mirrors was leading to a second courtyard flanked with timber lacy type wood carving balconies.
The place was full of tranquillity. It felt like a mind spa hanging around downstairs, rooms or a magnificent roof top. The gentle Moroccan music was waving through the different areas. We felt completely disconnected from the rest of Marrakech, which was a few minutes away.
The staff was lovely and helpful. I would not pick a better accommodation.
The property was very quiet and peaceful my daughter and I felt very safe even though it didn’t seem safe when we first got there since it was our first time but once we walked around it was great. Perfect location for everything we didn’t have to take a taxi we walked the whole time. The Riad is right in the Medina so you get everything from restaurants to cafes and shops. I very happy with the place and location for being my first time and just reading reviews from other people that had stayed there. They provide transportation from and to the airport at a reasonable price and they were always on time, when they picked us up from the airport they walked us all the way to the Riad since it’s a little hidden and being our first time in Marrakech this was perfect! Just remember you have to pay in cash only with euros or Morocco currency they don’t take dollars or credit cards.
We loved our stay at Riad Armelle. The property is amazing, and is its own oasis in the middle of a bustling Medina. You can feel the sense of history, and the furnishings and roof top terrace only make it better. Staff was very helpful and attentive, even accommodating our need for an early breakfast as we left early for an excursion one early morning. Fantastic value, too. Would definitely recommend.
I really impressed with hotel's decor. I was in Riad Armelle when the earthquake happened last Sep 8th in Marrakech, but the hotel got only minor damage. Everything is good. There's about 15-20 min walking distance to many famous places in Old Madinas.
Property is behind a door in a walk just off a frantic market. Close the door and peace surrounds you. Beautiful interior and friendly staff. Just 15 min walk to the square and soukes. It’s the real experience of Morrocco.
A lovely authentic Riad within easy walking distance of the sites. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
The Riad isn't easy to find, so asking the Riad to organise an airport transfer is a good idea as the driver will walk you right to the Riad's front door. Marrakech is a busy (and therefore) noisy place, so bring ear plugs to sleep.
STUNNINGLY BEAUTIFUL Riad! This little Riad is an oasis of quietness in the middle of the bustling medina. The place is gorgeously decorated, and the staff are so lovely that they make you feel at home from the start. Food is great. They really have an outstanding chef. The property had some minor internet issues on my last day, but they were quick to fix them. Ill be staying at this Riad again when returning to Marrakech.
Viviana
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
6/10 Okay
Cory
13 May 2024
Far from th jamaelfna square and its a confusing maze to get to the square. Far from taxi stop if u have alot of luggage you need to walk to the riad. Place is average but we have other riad that we’ve stayed in same price but way better rooms.
An original old boutique hotel in Moroccan style. The entrance is in an alley (Derb) near the city gate (Bab Doukkala) within the walled inner city. (Medina); The hotel is old with a lot of atmosphere but clean. The breakfast was good. The taxi can get to the gate, after which you have to walk another 100 m through the chaotic busy street with local shops, restaurants and souvenir shops. The staff is is friendly as are the people on the street and we always felt safe.
Rudolf
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
6/10 Okay
Farida
29 October 2022
Traditional Moroccan hotel decoration was good, room lacked few essential such as iron and iron board, shower tap, different level shower hold. Small table next to the chair to place your tea, coffee or drink glass/bottle.
Farida
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Paul john
28 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
The lady managing the Riad was so helpful and made us very welcome. Expedia had not sent the required voucher to them and I spent a frustrating time “talking” to computerised Bots and ultimately to a human( not having humans available to deal with queries wastes time and is so frustrating as they keep repeating the same silly mantra instead of dealing with the issue). Eventually they did what they should have done months ago and sent the voucher which then mysterious disappeared from my screen!
The Riad however is excellent. An oasis of calm right off the main track in the Souk.We ate there and the food was local specialities imaginatively served. Breakfasts too were filling and with wonderful breads. Rooms are comfortable and individually styled in the local colours. Bathroom showers was hand held and not fixed to the wall. A/C but we used the windows which opens onto the central courtyard and safe. Riad is a 200 year old former home. Roof garden is equipped with sun beds and shady spots and is excellent for sipping a beer after a long days sightseeing. Wi fi works but is weak but that’s not why you go there, it’s fine for emails. Taxi’s can’t reach the Riad and so they drop you nearby leaving a 50 years walk through a crowded souk. Make sure you get directions on how to find the Riad from where the taxi drops you. Pick-ups too can be challenging but the manager was willing to contact our tour companies to ensure they were actually coming to the right place!
riad bellissimo, cortile meraviglioso.curato nei minimi dettagli. personale fantastico, professionale e gentile. pulizia perfetta. zona ottima. colazione varia e molto buona. lo consiglio assolutamente
Totalmente encantador, es un pequeño palacio como un oasis en medio de un mercado y pequeñas calles, fácil acceso a pie al resto de la Medina. El personal muy educado y acogedor. Buen desayuno.