88%Dar Assoura

This is a amazzing place for lovers, eat your breakfast at the terass and just chill...and if you want action just go outside, and you are in a hysteric market...

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by alvemmie1921 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

5

The riad has so much character, the rooms are tastefully designed and decorated, the roof terrace is wonderful, the breakfast features a little surprise every morning and seems prepared with love. The staff is over friendly. On request they prepare dinner which is delicious. Perfect place to... more The riad has so much character, the rooms are tastefully designed and decorated, the roof terrace is wonderful, the breakfast features a little surprise every morning and seems prepared with love. The staff is over friendly. On request they prepare dinner which is delicious. Perfect place to relax. The location is also close to the souks and many major sights. I fully recommend it!close

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by chrimo – posted on May 28, 2008

2

A liitle tricky to find but otherwise excellent.No english spoken but this does not prevent communication with the very friendly staff. Great breakfast

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by davidmo8715 – posted on Apr 30, 2007

7

The property was very quiet considering the location within the medina, and it was a good place to relax once there. It was difficult to find, and a lot more than five minutes from Jemma El Fna, at least 15minutes walk. The location was very poor, as we did not feel safe walking to the Riad at... more The property was very quiet considering the location within the medina, and it was a good place to relax once there. It was difficult to find, and a lot more than five minutes from Jemma El Fna, at least 15minutes walk. The location was very poor, as we did not feel safe walking to the Riad at night and needed to walk through the Souks, which were generally closed after 9pm and therefore, it was difficult to find our way out without a guide. There are very few places to eat around the Riad, so there is little choice but to go to the main square and return early if possible. The alley is very poorly lit, and we felt very wary when returning at night. There is little to no security in the Riad, as there are no doors to the rooms, meaning anyone can walk in and take things from your room. As a result of this we were forced to take valuables with us all day. The staff were helpful using mime, however, as they did not speak English, it was difficult to get any assistance as to coming through the Souk at night, and they did not arrange payment with us. I would not recommend staying there, as the location is so poor, and there is nothing much nearby.close

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by Wesley153 – posted on Apr 17, 2007

1

We would recommend this Riad for people who were interested in staying out of the main souks and the square area. It is about a 10 minutes walk from the square and is extremely difficult to find in the dark. The directions we received from the owner were not very helpful and the Riad is not... more We would recommend this Riad for people who were interested in staying out of the main souks and the square area. It is about a 10 minutes walk from the square and is extremely difficult to find in the dark. The directions we received from the owner were not very helpful and the Riad is not sign posted. We would not recommend it for single females travelling alone or without a male. The lady who runs the Riad for the owner had no record of our booking or confirmation of the deposit we had paid. They also do not provide you with any maps or local information about Marrakech. However this Riad is absolutely beautiful, has an amazing terrace and the rooms are well designed and luxurious. If you are keen to get out of the main area, are confident enough to stroll around the medina at night then it would be a great place to stay. It is very quiet. Being able to speak french is extremely helpful in order to communicate with the staff.close

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by meredithwilmot6148 – posted on Apr 16, 2007

2

The riad is very beautiful, but the location is not so good, so far from the jemaa el efnaa place, and nothing to do near. Besides, nobody of the satff speak english.

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by Vedo – posted on Apr 9, 2007

2

A true oasis in a sea of madness!

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by roylene1261 – posted on Apr 1, 2007

2

beautiful...

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by bourkej – posted on Mar 30, 2007

2

beautifully restored ryad; hard to find without a guide; friendly staff but little information given.

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by nkamp – posted on Feb 22, 2007

3

This is a gem in the heart of Marrakesh!! We searched all over and found this to be the best priced and just adorable. The staff is GREAT and even with the language barrier....it was all fantastic!!! From the train or airport, you'll need a taxi to Ben Mousef. From there a few young children... more This is a gem in the heart of Marrakesh!! We searched all over and found this to be the best priced and just adorable. The staff is GREAT and even with the language barrier....it was all fantastic!!! From the train or airport, you'll need a taxi to Ben Mousef. From there a few young children will lead you to the door...for a small donation (about a euro). It looks like you are entering a barn, but the doors open up to something you would see in a movie! It's a quick 10 minute walk through the souks to the square that is an adventure in itself! close

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by Donnaj7415 – posted on Feb 20, 2007

2

Good location, but hard to find. Friendly hosts. Very quiet. The hosts speak no English at all. The room was adequate but very basic. We were expecting something a little better. The shower worked most of the time but was not always hot. It is bizarre that anyone can go up to the roof and look... more Good location, but hard to find. Friendly hosts. Very quiet. The hosts speak no English at all. The room was adequate but very basic. We were expecting something a little better. The shower worked most of the time but was not always hot. It is bizarre that anyone can go up to the roof and look down on you in the shower if they wish to! Bikes & computer access: both advertised as available. There are 5 bikes, none of which work, none have adequate brakes (or any brakes at all in some cases), some have no inner tubes, others had flat tyres. Gears are broken. A pump was provided with the wrong connector. Everything like this is met with a shug of the shoulders from the hosts. A 'What do you expect me to do about it?' attitude. The laptop does not connect to the Internet despite being plugged in to a modem. It's all in Italian and hard to understand. It failed to recognise my universal (photo) card reader and my memory stick so was as good as useless. We had a meal one night. It was very nice but we were disappointed with the price which we were presented with as we were leaving. More expensive than we would pay in UK and had we known we would have eaten elsewhere (Riad Omar for example provides a feast for much less than this in much better surroundings). There is no menu and no price list on display anywhere. When we paid for the room in Euros, as requested, our change (4 Euros) was not offered to us but just kept. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone to be honest.close

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by m-clay – posted on Feb 17, 2007

2

This property is a wonderful place to stay, with a total contrast from the hectic city that lies around it. It is a beautiful and peaceful space, quiet and perfect for relaxing after a busy day in walking the streets of the old town. It is perfectly clean and stunning, with relaxing water... more This property is a wonderful place to stay, with a total contrast from the hectic city that lies around it. It is a beautiful and peaceful space, quiet and perfect for relaxing after a busy day in walking the streets of the old town. It is perfectly clean and stunning, with relaxing water features, white wash walls, big double beds and traditional lamp lighting. Breakfast is served on the terrace, where early in the morning you can see the Atlas mountains towering over the city. If you ask very nicely the wonderful chef will cook you a traditional Morroccan three course meal with wine, candle light and the sounds coming from the streets below.close

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by Carola6258 – posted on Jan 22, 2007

4

We loved our stay at Dar Assoura! It was our moment of peace and comfort away from the crazniness of the old town. Highly recommended. Tip: If you don't speak French then bring a phrase book.

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by ariana1802 – posted on Jan 3, 2007

2

Paradise. No words.

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by WorldTraveller – posted on Dec 4, 2006

1

An absolute haven of tranquility in a frantically hectic city. The contrast is unbelievable! Very clean. Beautifully furnished. Highly recommended.

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by lisarive – posted on Sep 2, 2006

8

Niceplace but no atmosphere

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by ss5517 – posted on Aug 19, 2006

2

A beautiful Ryad, the staff were wonderful, the breakfast great! The location wasn't the greatest, as you felt unsecure walk home after dinner.

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by bluelib – posted on Jun 9, 2006

4

A wonderful welcome in a beautiful part of Morocco. Our stay at Dar Atif was a holiday beyond imagination. We were very well looked after by the owners, Abdel, Marie-Pierre and Michele and visited villages, walking in the valley and in the mountains with our guide Hassan where we saw local... more A wonderful welcome in a beautiful part of Morocco. Our stay at Dar Atif was a holiday beyond imagination. We were very well looked after by the owners, Abdel, Marie-Pierre and Michele and visited villages, walking in the valley and in the mountains with our guide Hassan where we saw local artisans at work and ate traditional food.close

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by Teresa1056 – posted on Apr 11, 2006

1

By far the nicest and most luxurious accommodation I have ever experienced. Very difficult to find initially, however!

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by natalie6257 – posted on Jan 24, 2006

6

very friendly staff, lovely apartment and certainly good value for money. A tranquil haven in the bustle of Marrakech. A little difficult to find at first but once discovered about 15 mins walk from the Djemm

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by rhbraith – posted on Nov 30, 2005

1

Beautiful place to stay thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Saida and her daughter (?) made us very welcome!Thank you !

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by Hisni8795 – posted on Nov 28, 2005

2

An unforgettable week in a beautiful riad. We feel that we paid paid for quality and that is what we received Best wishes to Saidi and Nadiya!

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by jatinderd – posted on Oct 30, 2005

1

Oasis in Marrakesh!!

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by tyw20 – posted on Sep 25, 2005

2

Wow, what a beautiful building and rooms! Thank you to the two ladies who made us a couple of absolutely delicious meals, we were really spoiled. I'm going to live off Tadjine when I get back. We had a little trouble communicating with the two ladies, as we spoke no French, and they no English,... more Wow, what a beautiful building and rooms! Thank you to the two ladies who made us a couple of absolutely delicious meals, we were really spoiled. I'm going to live off Tadjine when I get back. We had a little trouble communicating with the two ladies, as we spoke no French, and they no English, but we managed to do alright and found our way around Marrakech no problem in the end and had the time of our lives! Thank you for the super hospitalityclose

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by minib508 – posted on Aug 24, 2005

6

such an amazing palace among the chaos of the medina. i would change nothing about it. staff and breakfasts inpeccable. the roof terrace is incredible. highly recommended.

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by lstra4368 – posted on Apr 18, 2005

8

My partner and I had a fantastci time and will thoroughly recommend Dar Assoura to all our friends. Loved the roof top terrace!

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by angusg – posted on Mar 29, 2005

1

Really nice place; very friendly staff; very clean place. The only problem is that it is located where all the locals live; it is hard to find and in kind of a shady area.

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by cindy4721 – posted on Nov 2, 2004

3

A real haven in the frenetic Medina. We'd stay again if we manage to return.

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by n-j-du – posted on Jun 22, 2004

1

The staff was great! Superb included breakfast!

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by JMatt – posted on May 31, 2004

1