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Dar El Mathaf

Fez · Morocco

31 Derb Serraj Talaa SghiraView location

7.8/10Very good64 Reviews
Cleanliness7.8/107.8
Service8.4/108.4
Comfort7.2/107.2
Condition7.6/107.6
Neighborhood9.0/109.0
Amenities8.2/108.2
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About Dar El Mathaf

With a stay at Dar el Mathaf, you'll be centrally located in Fes, steps from Blue Gate and Medersa Bou-Inania. This riad is 0. 1 mi (0. 1 km) from Der Batha Museum and 0. 3 mi (0. 4 km) from Place Bou Jeloud.

Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. This riad also features concierge services and a reception hall. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. You can enjoy a meal at Restaurant à la carte serving the guests of Dar el Mathaf, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually furnished guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected.

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Conveniences include a turndown service, housekeeping is provided daily, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) can be requested.

A stay at Dar el Mathaf places you in the heart of Fes, steps from Water Clock and Bou Inania Madrasa. This riad is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Blue Gate and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation.

Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually furnished guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include electric kettles and a turndown service, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 1:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.72 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.

  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Nearby parking fee: EUR 2 per day
    • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Arabic

    English

    Italian

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Water Clock 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Bou Inania Madrasa 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Blue Gate 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Dar Batha Museum 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Place Bou Jeloud 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Funduq Kaat Smen 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Glaoui Palace 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Chrabliyine Mosque 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Talisman Art Gallery 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Abou Bakr Ibn Arabi Mausoleum 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Parc Jnane Sbile 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Funduq al-Najjarin 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Nejjarine Square 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Henna Souk 1 km / 0.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 7
  • riad
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Lift access
  • Garden
  • Concierge
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
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  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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    Dar El Mathaf

    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    ECONOMY

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    Room code: DBL.EY

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  • QUADRUPLE TWO BEDSQUADRUPLE • TWO BEDSQUA.2B

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    Dar El Mathaf

    QUADRUPLE TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: QUA.2B

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    Dar El Mathaf

    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    Dar El Mathaf

    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARD • 1 BedroomSGL.ST
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    Dar El Mathaf

    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Dar El Mathaf

7.8
Very good
64 Reviews
Cleanliness
7.8 /10
Service
8.4 /10
Comfort
7.2 /10
Condition
7.6 /10
Neighborhood
9.0 /10
Amenities
8.2 /10
20 reviews shown
4/10
Poor
30 Mar 2026
Patrick
The breakfast nwas only served starting at 9am. So if you have any activities planned, you will surely miss it - which seems to be the reason it is at 9am.
The place was well located at the entrabce of the medina, but the problem is that there was no staff on hand. Ever.
When we got there, tired from our travels, the door was locked and no one to answer it. A tenant had to come down to open it for us and then fianlly someone showed up to give us a room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2024
Victoria
We appreciated that the receptionist met us out on the street when we got out of the taxi and walked us to the riad. The AC and WIFI worked great in our room and we liked hanging out on the upstairs terace in the mornings and evenings. Breakfast is at 9 am and consisted of coffee and traditional bread products and toppings. We enjoyed out stay!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
09 Jun 2024
Detlef
Good location.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2023
Rahim
I was staying here a couple of days as I needed to attend court with my fiancée as part of the marriage process. The woman who works at the property is lovely! Looks after her guests and the location is convenient. Right inside the old city near Bab bouljoud. Breakfast provided is also a delightful traditional Moroccan one.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
08 Apr 2023
Paya
Friendly staff. Close to the heart of medina and also taxi station
6/10
Pleasant
20 Jan 2023
Catia

Needs to be better

The bedroom offered was run down and the hotel needs a good refurbishment. Place was very difficult to find and I didn't felt safe in the area.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2022
Christopher
A really great place that is very near to the main medina. Lovely host, quiet, clean cosy room and a very tasty breakfast. I'll definitely stay here next time!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
21 Jan 2020
Elina

Feels like being welcomed in to their family

Super service! A very quick response to arrange a pick up from a late night flight (on FB messenger), even so we were warmly welcomed with mint tea and. The room was fine but if you want to sleep in it might be better to be higher up rather than 'in' the reception / breakfast area. Everybody was really nice, and the breakfast is good, even for vegans, with freshly squeezed juice and nice coffee. Location-wise it's also good, especially for when you first arrive, as it's not too far in to the maze, and also an easy walk to the bus station.
Friends_and_family Friends
4/10
Poor
11 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
The staff is very friendly but we felt we got less value compared to similarly priced Riads around Morocco. The beds were extremely hard, the room was dirty, and we were shocked that the toilette is in the bathroom. There was also a smell of still water from the bathroom that was very uncomfortable. This place has a very pleasant rooftop, though.

To me this felt more like a bargain hostel than a hotel.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2019
MT
The staff was extremely helpful and welcoming. Nabil and staff took the time to chat with us during check-in, recommended places to see and restaurants for dinner. One of the days they were sharing a meal together and asked us to join in and try!

Food was absolutely delicious. Our breakfast spread was Moroccan dishes which included freshly squeezed orange juice, mint tea, coffee, msemen, beghrir, croissants along side cheese, butter, honey and jams.

The place will likely be a bit noisier during busier times of the year because you can hear people walking in the alley outside. Perhaps that's the case because our room was on the ground floor.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
Clean room, we had air-conditioning for heating the room as it was cold when we stayed. No toiletries in the bathroom although when we asked for it they gave us
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2019
margaritha

Excellent all around

Run by siblings in their family home, I felt super welcome here. Excellent service, excellent breakfast, excellent ambiance and excellent location. Highly recommend
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2019
Stephanie
I loved this Riad! The room had enough space. The AC worked perfectly! The bathroom was clean. The lovely ladies that work there were very attentive to our needs. We would totally come back to this Riad!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
The lady who received us was sooo helpful and nice. She tried to make us feel comfortable and pleased with suggestions of where to eat and visit. My only complaint is that our air conditioner didnt work so we couldnt sleep very well and the tv didnt work either. Since they dont have reception 24 hours we couldnt complain. Our room was #5.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2019
Rolf

Great Moroccan hospitality

Family owned property with a warm feeling and excellent food.
Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Jun 2019
Paul

A very pleasant stay which we highly recommend

The riyad is very very close to the blue Gate and the beginning of the Medina of Fez. The Riyad itself is very nicely decorated with typical Moroccan style. The breakfast was very good and the people at the reception Hasna and Sana are extremely nice and friendly and so was the owner of the house. The only downside are the high steps which is slightly uncomfortable for those not fit, and over 55 years. But this is a typical Riyad. and this is the real Morocco. I would definetely recommend it to anyone who is looking for a decent place, for a decent price with a Maroccan flair.
Partner
4/10
Poor
30 Jan 2019
Verified traveler

Good location, but smelly room

The washroom in the room is super smelly. We can smell it even with the bathroom door closed and the shower door can not be closed properly. There is water everywhere. Also, there is no cleaning service if you stay for two nights continuously.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2018
Al

Great spot

Great location and the woman at the desk was very helpful.
Good local breakfast
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2018
Cheryl
I stayed in three sifferent raids. If I were to return, this is the one I would stay at again. The raid is small but the staff wae super helpful and kind. They speak English which was so helpful. Upon arrival I got a brief history of the riad and important information for navagating the medina. They arranged excursions for me that I enjoyed. This did not happen at the other riads I stayed at. That extra personal touch makes a huge difference in one’s stay.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2026
Hironori
メディナ入り口で、夜迷わないし、静かな通りだし、とても良い立地。スタッフも優しく、朝食もおいしかった!
非常におすすめ!!
Leisure Self

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Dar El Mathaf
31 Derb Serraj Talaa Sghira, Fes, Morocco

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