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Description of Dar Maada
A charming riad nested in a quiet alley in the heart of the medina. Dar Maada is situated not far from the museum of Marrakesh, 10 minutes walk from the Jemaa El Fna square and 5 minutes walk from the square of Spices. After the clamours of the medina, you will appreciate the peaceful of this authentic Moroccan house with thick walls and a discreet charm. Dar Maada was fitted out with traditional materials and offers 3 rooms. Two double rooms, each with lounge, storage space, shower and private toilet and a smaller single room with cupboard, shower and private toilet. The Dar Maada rooms are spread around the patio on two floors. In the patio decorated with Moroccan divans, you will rest, listen to the birds singing, savour a mint tea … On the rooftop terrace, where you will have breakfast, you will make the most of the Marrakesh sun and the from the raised solarium you will admire the roofs of one of the most beautiful medinas of Maghreb. You will have a drink or have diner on the rooftop terrace and to discover the wealth of the Moroccan cooking, one of the most delicious and of the most perfumed to the world. Our team will be there for you and will drive you or advise you upon request within your discovery of Marrakesh. The medina, souks, the Jemaa El Fna square, monuments … Marrakesh is a city with a rich and old history which is good to know to understand its multiple facets. And then be seduced by the colors and smells of oriental spices.
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Reviews of Dar Maada
Dar Maada has a rating of 92% from a total of 100 reviews and ratings, below are some reviews of Dar Maada
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craigwall127 says:
“ gilles, the owner is very helpful, very friendly & full of good advice about marrakech. the riad is gorgeous & situated right in the middle of the souks. highly recommended. ”
Posted: on Feb 9, 2010 // Rated: |
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helenkthornton2986 says:
“ Thank you to the best host in Marrakech! It was a wonderful 4 nights stay! Dont have any bad points at all, even the shower was great and its a good way to rate a place! ”
Posted: on Feb 7, 2010 // Rated: |
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martinsutcliffe7221 says:
“ Gille (the owner) is very friendly, helpful and can assist with any bookings you wish to make. The Riad is small and basic with only a few rooms but very relaxing once inside and also typical in character. Not easy to find so you will need a local to help (plenty will offer if they see you with... more ”
Posted: on Feb 5, 2010 // Rated: |
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carolfeatherstone2417789 says:
“ I had a brilliant stay at Dar Maada - I found it a relaxing & welcoming oasis from the madness of Marakech! Gilles, the owner, is a great host - nothing was too much trouble during my 4 day stay. I loved the decor and all the little chill out areas. The rooftop must be great in summer - just... more ”
Posted: on Jan 30, 2010 // Rated: |
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dragonka13 says:
“ I would highly recommend to anyone! Lovely place and Gilles is just the best host you can imagine! He is always there for you making you feel like you visiting an old friend!Thank you very much for having us! ”
Posted: on Jan 28, 2010 // Rated: |
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davidhortensius2014 says:
“ Staying in this traditional Moroccan house means lowering your 4 star hotel standards a bit, eg the rooms have no window facing the exterior and are a little moisty. So don't pay too much attention to a bit of mush; the room is cleaned daily. The staff and location make your stay very pleasant... more ”
Posted: on Jan 25, 2010 // Rated: |
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knutsch says:
“ Gilles and Mirijam are very nice hosts. We stayed in their house for 5 days and felt like we are a part of this very comfortable family atmosphere. Gilles had nice tips for places to going to. Also we enjoyed the breakfast on the roof terrace and we won't forget the delicious dinner cooked from... more ”
Posted: on Jan 18, 2010 // Rated: |
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byjoex2941 says:
“ You absolutely must stay here if you get the chance. Gilles is awesome and the location, atmosphere, rooms, everything is superb. While it is more of a bed and breakfast than a hostel, this is what you are looking for to have a quieter experience, or just a better experience if you're a... more ”
Posted: on Jan 18, 2010 // Rated: |
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megang8638 says:
“ Staying at Dar Maada is like staying with family! Merci beaucoup Gilles. Not easy to find on your own the 1st time but Gilles will meet you somewhere easy. You soon realize that it's not that tricky after all. :) I was staying alone and I felt safe returning to Dar Maada after dark (~8 pm).... more ”
Posted: on Jan 17, 2010 // Rated: |
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halliekuhn9325 says:
“ Great riad, Gilles was very nice and informative. It's difficult to find on your own so make sure to contact Gilles when you get there. Also, it does not feel that safe in the city if you're with only females traveling alone, so it's best to go with males as well. ”
Posted: on Jan 11, 2010 // Rated: |
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ambularstar6984 says:
“ No contest! This is the best place to stay in Marrakesh. Gil is a wonderful host - helpful, friendly and really makes you feel at home. The roof terrace is fantastic! Even in December we were sunning ourselves on it every morning. Thanks for such a great visit! ”
Posted: on Jan 4, 2010 // Rated: |
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psulion1977 says:
“ This riad was a great place to spend my first trip to Marrakech. It is a bit hard to find the first time since it is buried deep in the medina, but once you have been there, it is really quite easy. Well-placed to access the marketplace, the souks, and all of the sights of the medina. The staff... more ”
Posted: on Dec 30, 2009 // Rated: |
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Icam20 says:
“ THE BEST POSSIBLE PLACE TO STAY IN MARRAKESH GILLES & MIRIAM LOOK AFTER YOU SUPERBLY VALUE FOR MONEY IS EXCELLENT THE ROOF TERRACE IS TO DIE FOR TOP MARKS ON EVERYTHING 100 OUT 100 ”
Posted: on Dec 13, 2009 // Rated: |
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catarv says:
“ a real good choice.very peaceful and quiet.pretty room and great breakfast at the terrace.Lovely staff.I really recommneded it ”
Posted: on Dec 9, 2009 // Rated: |
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wearesingaporeans4227 says:
“ Very charming place. The courtyard and the roof terrace are great places to sit down and read for hours with mint tea in hand. The flipside of this place is that you must have reasonably good sense of direction to find it in the midst of the Medina. ”
Posted: on Dec 4, 2009 // Rated: |
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lh9946 says:
“ Gilles made us feel very welcome in his home, our room was lovely and breakfast was just right. We picked this riad solely on previous reviews and we weren't disappointed. The location is right in the Souks, do take Gilles up on his offer of coming to meet you when you first arrive as it is... more ”
Posted: on Dec 2, 2009 // Rated: |
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farook-m4765 says:
“ An excellent riad, Gilles is a true gentleman willing to help with lots of advice and always willing to go out of his way to help you. Time goes slow in this riad and you feel part of a family. Breakfast was excellent on the lovely 2-tier terrace, Lovely hot showers 24 hrs a day and very clean... ”
Posted: on Nov 23, 2009 // Rated: |
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jessdoran616 says:
“ We booked this Riad after reading the brilliant reviews posted here. We were not disappointed in any way. The owner Gilles emailed me straight after receiving our booking and meet us near the main square to show us directly to Dar Maada. Marrakech can be confusing with the souks and tiny roads... more ”
Posted: on Nov 18, 2009 // Rated: |
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tonymax says:
“ Very nice hostel in the heart of the medina. Gilles is really excellent and help us a lot. The room is big and clean, and the breakfast is great. ”
Posted: on Nov 17, 2009 // Rated: |
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carlyflower says:
“ What an amazing retreat in the heart of the medina. Our stay here was fantastic and Gilles' advise helped make our stay a memorable one. I will certainly be recommending this place to anyone visiting Marrakech. ”
Posted: on Nov 15, 2009 // Rated: |
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gerardsearc says:
“ Very lovely quite Riad, close to all the attractions. Staff where very lovely and gave us all the local knowledge need to tackle the madina, will definitely stay here on our next trip. ”
Posted: on Nov 13, 2009 // Rated: |
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bernhard-elber says:
“ Great little Riad, just a bit too far from the main square, however does still give good access to the souks and spice market. Gilles was a great guy and made our short stay better. ”
Posted: on Oct 10, 2009 // Rated: |
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kara-ja says:
“ We really enjoyed our stay. Great riad, Gilles went out of his way to make us comfortable and get the most out of our visit. Highly recommend. ”
Posted: on Sep 26, 2009 // Rated: |
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jeroen5028 says:
“ Charming place and excellent hosting. ”
Posted: on Aug 20, 2009 // Rated: |
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bensze3327 says:
“ Gilles is so helpful and even came to pick us up from near Djemaa el Fna. The rooms are fantastic, the showers are great and the rooftop terrace is perfect for breakfast and late night star gazing! ”
Posted: on Aug 12, 2009 // Rated: |
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olgabu says:
“ Very nice guesthouse, friendly owner. Because the place is hard to find for the first time, he picked us up from the main square. After a good description it was easy for us to find the second time when we were on our own. Very nice building and room, breakfast on the rooftop is excellent! The... more ”
Posted: on Jul 23, 2009 // Rated: |
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jadeshaw142636 says:
“ One of the best places i hqve stayed. the staff very friendly qnd the owner was very helpful. He picked us up on arrival and showed us around and gave us advise on everything needed. Great stay. ”
Posted: on Jul 23, 2009 // Rated: |
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dominikaja says:
“ We loved Dar Maada ! Gilles, Said and the rest of the staff are fantastic. Gilles goes out of his way to make you feel at home. This riad is kind of a loungey, feel at home concept, very relaxed with a lovely courtyard, cozy rooms and a great rooftop. The location is great, just a short walk from... more ”
Posted: on Jul 20, 2009 // Rated: |
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rejones217495 says:
“ We enjoyed our time in the Dar Maada immensely. It was a haven nestled within the madness of Marrakech! Beautiful rooms, terrace and wonderful hospitality. I would certainly recommend this Riad to anyone. ”
Posted: on Jul 19, 2009 // Rated: |
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BriD says:
“ Great riad. Gilles is very welcoming and helpful, and the room wasvery comfortable. Highly suggest that you accept the pick-up from the airport; the place is difficult to find on your own! ”
Posted: on Jul 18, 2009 // Rated: |
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foreva-young827487 says:
“ Gilles is the best - we were quite down about Morocco because we'd been hassled so much - but this place made us feel better. It was beautiful and clean and Gilles went above and beyond to help us with whatever we needed. If we ever come back to Marrakech we will definitely stay there. His... more ”
Posted: on Jul 17, 2009 // Rated: |
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anonymous says:
“ very enjoyable stay Lovey small riad in great location. Very helpful and friendly owner. Would highly reccomend this riad ”
Posted: on Jul 2, 2009 // Rated: |
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annebranchut1244 says:
“ The room was very well decorated and clean. The landlord provided with restaurants and visits suggestions. We really enjoyed our stay! I would highly recommend this hostel to anyone willing to sleep in a traditional Riad! ”
Posted: on Jul 2, 2009 // Rated: |
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bunsenandzhayna4904 says:
“ Gilles was very helpful and would recommend it to friends. Felt like you were living in his home but free to do as you pleased. Location was in the heart of the medina surrounded by moroccan houses. Would recommend getting gilles to pick you up as it would be hard to find the first time. Great... ”
Posted: on Jun 23, 2009 // Rated: |
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matt-mazza says:
“ We loved our stay in Dar Maada and Gilles was a great host, making our stay in Marrakech even more memorable. The roof top breakfasts were fantastic and the interior patio was so relaxing after a long day wandering around the Medina. Definitely recommend it. ”
Posted: on Jun 16, 2009 // Rated: |
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jeanpaulvanbelle9853 says:
“ This place is absolutely amazing and I recommend it very very highly. If you have the luck to be able to book it - it only has a very few rooms. Right in the Medina near the souqs with an amazing owner who has saved us megabucks with his connections and inside information. This should be your... more ”
Posted: on Jun 14, 2009 // Rated: |
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SpecialK48 says:
“ I loved this place. Gilles and his staff are so helpful and welcoming. The breakfast was fantastic, I loved the fountain and candlelight at night, as well as the roof terrace. The bathroom was unusually good for a place in the medina. The only drawback is how hard it is to learn the way... more ”
Posted: on Jun 7, 2009 // Rated: |
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krissticoonce says:
“ I was incredibly impressed by Dar Maada & especially by its owner Gilles. The riad was beautiful, well-kept & a place of tranquillity in the the crazy, exotic medina. Rooms were cleaned every day, breakfast was delicious & we felt very safe. Gilles went beyond our expectations to... more ”
Posted: on Jun 3, 2009 // Rated: |
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kieranoconnor6368 says:
“ What an Awesome host! We had the best time on holiday and Gilles helped us out with all the local knowledge that we would never have known! Reccomend this place to anyone and everyone! ”
Posted: on May 28, 2009 // Rated: |
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evanshun6572 says:
“ This Riad was an awesome part of our trip... it was the perfect place to stay in Marrakesh. Gilles is great. ”
Posted: on May 5, 2009 // Rated: |
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Facilities at Dar Maada
- In Room Facilities
- Hair Dryer
- Desk
- Food & Drink
- Other meals on request
