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Riad Noor Charana

Marrakech · Morocco

31 Derb El Kbir Ben SalehView location

9.2/10Excellent407 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition9.0/109.0
Location9.0/109.0
Neighborhood8.4/108.4
Amenities8.6/108.6
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About Riad Noor Charana

With a stay at Riad Noor Charana in Marrakech (Medina), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Marrakesh Museum and 9 minutes by foot from Jemaa el-Fnaa. This riad is 0. 4 mi (0. 7 km) from Le Jardin Secret and 2. 4 mi (3. 8 km) from Marrakech Plaza.

Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities.

For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a train station pick-up service. Enjoy a satisfying meal at Terrasse Ou Salons serving guests of Riad Noor Charana. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers.

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Located in Marrakech (Medina), Riad Noor Charana is within a 15-minute walk of Jemaa el-Fnaa and Le Jardin Secret. This riad is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Koutoubia Mosque and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Marrakech Plaza. Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms.

Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities.

For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a train station pick-up service.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Smoking areas
Transportation services

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 9:00 AM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Cash deposit required Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

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: MAD 23.00 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.

  • You need to know
    • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. 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 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 cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: MAD 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 7)

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

  • Spoken Language

    Arabic

    English

    French

Nearby attractions

Ben Salah Mosque 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Place El Moukef 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Jemaa el-Fnaa 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Shrob ou Shouf Fountain 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Souk Semmarine 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Place Des Epices 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Marrakech Museum 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
House of Photography 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Criee Berbere 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Souk El Bahja 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Almoravid Koubba 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Ben Youssef Mosque 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Rahba Kedima 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Souk Zrabi 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Souk Laghzel 0.7 km / 0.5 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
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Hotel safe
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 45 m²DBL.ST

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    Riad Noor Charana

    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    45 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

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

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    Riad Noor Charana

    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: TWN.ST

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  • QUADRUPLE CLASSICQUADRUPLE • CLASSICQUA.AS

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    Riad Noor Charana

    QUADRUPLE CLASSIC

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC

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    Room code: QUA.AS

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  • DOUBLE BASICDOUBLE • BASICDBL.Z1

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    Riad Noor Charana

    DOUBLE BASIC

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: DBL.Z1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Riad Noor Charana

9.2
Excellent
407 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Location
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.4 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
05 Aug 2026
Kristen
We stayed two nights here. It was easy to get to everything we wanted to do - including a short walk to Jemaa el fna, The bed was comfortable, shower was nice, it had everything we needed. Breakfast was on the rooftop where you were surrounded by beautiful plants. The owner was so incredibly helpful in arranging a taxi to the grocery store, Jardin Majorelle, and the airport, and in general, went the extra mile to make us feel welcome.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2025
Anna
Helpful friendly staff, good breakfast, and excellent location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2025
Jean-paul
servis chaud a tout les jours, très bon service d'Abdul.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
19 Nov 2025
Peter
Check-in
Check-in was smooth and the owner was very friendly. This part of the experience was completely positive.

Stay
The riad has an excellent location: within two minutes you’re in the busy Medina, yet the rooms and the building are surprisingly quiet. Water pressure was great, there was always hot water, and the internet was fast.

However, the riad is very basic, and even with a member price I didn’t feel it offered good value. Communication was poor — before arrival they asked if I needed an airport transfer, but when I replied, I never received any answer.

Breakfast was very limited, only sweet items (pancakes and jam) and no savory options. By the third day I couldn’t eat it anymore. The room was small with a slightly stale smell, and there was no real storage space, so I had to live out of my suitcase during the entire stay.

Summary
Great location and quiet environment, but the overall comfort, breakfast, and communication don’t match the price. Good for travelers who only need the basics, but others may find it lacking.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2025
Maya
Great place to stay! Rooms were comfortable and clean and the Riad host was so kind!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2024
Amin

Good stay in Medina. 👍

Good location, excellent freshly cooked breakfast on the terrace....(local breads, croissants, jams, eggs on some days) with fresh orange juice, tea and coffee.

Arranged a cab to collect us from the airport through them. No hassle!

Our room on the ground floor was a bit compact - we were given an option on a higher floor, but the circular stairway was a bit off-putting...

Abdul was amazing....he was always cleaning, sorting things out and always had a smile on his face! He went out of his way to help all the guests so as to make their hols perfect! WiFi was an issue on arrival, but was sorted out by the following day!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Mar 2024
Gloria
I enjoyed my stay here. Abdul was lovely and welcoming. Although the place was very basic it was comfortable and clean. The breakfast was nice. It was quite hard to find the Riad to begin with. But once you get your bearings it’s close and easy to get to the main square and the souks. As a solo female traveller I felt safe in the area even though it felt quite chaotic when I first got there. No one bothered me and the locals/vendors were very friendly. I can recommend this Riad it was good value for money.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Feb 2024
oge
Really lovely Riad. Clean, comfortable and close to main square with lots of shopping. Also easy to get to main attractions, most within walking distance or short taxi ride. The owner, Abdul, was very welcoming and helpful and so was his wife. I felt really at home there. Reasonably priced, would highly recommend! Oh, and basic breakfast included served on fabulous roof terrace!
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2023
tey shen
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10/10
Exceptional
23 Aug 2023
ZAHID
Driving in Medina is definitely not for the faint-hearted. Abdul checked us in and was absolutely wonderful in directing us to a nearby car park to leave our car during our stay. He was really friendly throughout our stay. Thank you, Abdul!!

The place was very clean and considering it was in the heart of Medina, it was actually very quiet. Aircon rooms were fantastic. Breakfast each morning was fabulous. We would definitely stay her again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2023
Teresita Vilma
The surroundings of the property is ok, but the most important is the service of Abdul his great, even he speak little English, rather than that our stay are wonderful...
Thanks Abdul
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2023
kobir
It was difficult finding the hotel in the beginning but we got help from two wonderful couples who were kind enough to help us find the hotel.

The hotel was beautiful, our room was perfect and the air conditioner was working brilliantly.

Abdul was very helpful and patient. Radiya's breakfast was always delicious, kept our room tidy and the whole hotel too.

The location was very close to the market, if want to pray there's a masjid very close to the hotel.

But overall I and my friend had a great time and a very pleasant stay at riad noor charana hotel.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2023
iad
Excellent Service Very nice staff friendly 😊
In the Heart of Marrakesh,,
Definitely Recommend,,
A A A
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Apr 2023
Emma
This was an exceptionally beautiful place. Thank you so much!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2023
Eileen
I've stayed at Riad Noor Charana a number of times over the years and always have a great time. The rooms are simple but beautifully decorated and breakfast on the roof terrace is a real treat. The riad is in a great location and easily walkable from the souls and Jemma el Fna and the same lovely staff have worked there for years. My only feedback is that the WiFi barely worked which made making online bookings for restaurants and other attractions difficult and we had to use the WiFi in cafes and museums. With a lot of tourist attractions now requiring online booking good WiFi is essential.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2023
MARY

Clean friendly and affordable


Abdul did everything to make our stay comfortable. Nothing was too much trouble.
He is a real gem!
This is a typical Riad, close to local shops and restaurants. The location is right in a typical Moroccan neighborhood, with lots of local culture. Great choice if you don't mind climbing stairs to your room, which is standard for all Riads.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2023
Jenny
Has two nights here . Very central less than 10 mins from the Jamaa el Fnaa . It is difficult to find but once settled very comfy, wonderful staff who are very helpful and a great breakfast on the roof . Highly recommended although patchy internet .
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2023
Darren

Lovely riad

Location - inside the medina, close to main square and numerous shopping and eating options. Limited vehicle access nearby, probably need to walk with bags for a few minutes to access. Can be tricky to find.... like everything in the medina!

Service - excellent, limited English spoken, but owner addressed all our needs

Accommodation - small but comfortable room, nice courtyard for sitting, rooftop sitting area for breakfast, or anytime.

Eating - breakfast supplied, dinner is an option but expensive compared to nearby choices. Great coffee stall next door.

Wi-fi - available in courtyard, but mostly poor. Non existent in room.

Summary - recommended for a traditional Moroccan experience in the centre of the medina.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2023
Ragavan

Homely Riad

The Riad is in a great location, set back from the main street so very quiet, lovely hosts who were very accommodating. Would definitely recommend for anyone staying in Marrakech, looking to explore the Medina and the souks.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2023
Grace
Staff Abdul is so friendly and helpful. Room is clean and nicely decorated. It’s a bit cold at night for me even with AC on. Will stay again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2023
paul

A little gem, great value & great location

Great value on Hotels.com and a bit concerned how it would be but fantastic location of this little Riad and excellent value for money. Wonderful staff and could never do enough for you and rooms very comfortable. We went in early January and it was a bit chilly at night and AC / Heater was a bit noisy and not that efficient. We couldn't use the wifi in the room but could in the courtyard. All in all a great find and would definitely return.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
08 Jan 2023
Emi
Here is clean
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2022
HAOYU
The riad brings you peace and relaxation as soon as you walk into it. The room is well decorated with all amenities you need during your travel. The chef cooks excellent breakfast, and it is well served on daily until 11 am. The staff are super thoughtful and helpful to answer your questions. The best highlights of Marrakech!
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
13 Dec 2022
Michael
Nice clean hotel. Good breakfast. Close to Fena square (around 10 mins walk)
No receptionist and the cleaning lady checks you in. She is very nice and helpful
WIFI is terrible, barely works
There was a dripping noise from the toilet in my room that they couldn't fix at the moment and couldn't change my room.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2022
Syed

Great place to stay

Comfortable Stay. Check in was smooth and I was welcomed with Moroccan tea and biscuits
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2022
Jeremy
This is an oasis in the heart of the medina, only minutes from the main square. The hosts are extremely kind and looked after us very well - great breakfast and help with booking excursions. Our room was simple but good - we slept well; the shower and toilet facilities were all good too. It's a little hard to find so I'd download a map onto a phone before you arrive.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2022
Daniel
This Riad was amazing! Clean, quaint, quiet, amazing food, amazing staff. I would definitely stay here again!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
09 Jul 2022
Kekung
the property itself is quiet and away from hustling street of medina. the owner are very nice and friendly but only speak French. get in and out use taxi take a little walk so don't bring heavy luggage
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Feb 2020
Verified traveler
Pros - gorgeous Riad, close proximity to djeema el fna, Abdul (owner) is nice and welcoming, dinner in Riad was very very tasty, welcome tea & biscuits.

Cons - walk through narrow souks (market) with bikes/cars zipping right next to you, room was quiet cold at night, saw a few moped collisions which led to physical fighting on route out of Riad, Riad is not child friendly due to its age, room needed a sweep.

Neutrals - breakfast is provided (albeit very carb heavy!), nice place for couples (not young kids), were told to keep noise down from 8pm!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, whilst out room was pretty it could’ve done with a goooood sweeping & mopping!

All in all a nice Riad with an equally nice owner…but definitely not kid friendly.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2019
Shayla
The service was incredibly and the staff was super friendly!
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
14 Sep 2019
Nplenn
Great location -- though very difficult to find. Nice tasty breakfast. Very nice staff. Adequate bathroom with the smallest sink i have ever experienced. Rock hard unforgiving matresses. Sandpaper towels.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
Very nice riad. Abdul took care of us in every way. We are family of four (2 kids). The location is perfect for just get out and walk to the square and other key attractions areas. Although we struggled a bit coming in to the riad during mid night from the airport. Stay was awesome and all went in as expected.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2019
PC
Great management; room was small but sufficient, and really clean. Great breakfast in the a.m. Located down an alley, but really close to the souks. The managers went out of their way to be helpful. I don't speak French or Arabic, and they don't speak much English, but were very patient and helpful as we mimed our way through our stay.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2019
A
Very good experience. Stayed in the single room which was of a good size for a solo traveller.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
It is an old historical house, which is very nice. The gentleman working is very helpful.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
We liked the ambience . It was very tastefully decorated in a local and unique manner . The staff were very helpful and friendly .
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Quiet and beautiful, but still in a perfect location within the medina. Easy to walk to most major attractions. Wonderful, attentive staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Dec 2018
Diana
The bathroom feel a bit dirty but the staff was super sweet and very very helpful. They did not speak English so it definitely helps to speak French. I would recommend it if you’re tying to be in a close location to the central square and markets. It’s a good deal overall!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Dec 2018
rogelio
Staff and service were excellent. Will difinitely come back to this place if i once again visit marrakech
10/10
Exceptional
29 Nov 2018
Verified traveler
Great location, a lovely hotel with friendly and helpful staff
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2018
Mads
Fantastic service and beautiful place
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2018
Josh

Beautiful, peaceful riad with lovely staff

Lovely friendly staff. A great riad very near to Jamaa El Fna. Very peaceful amid the chaos of the market streets.
Don't expect total privacy, doors and windows open directly onto the main courtyard.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2018
Juan
The riad staff was very friendly and attentive. Their English was not too good but we were able to communicate with them and get what we needed. The riad is very quiet considering it’s in the heart of the medina and is kept very clean.
8/10
Excellent
24 Jun 2018
Brian

An oasis surrounded by madness

The riad is at the end of a long street in the Médina. Not the best area as a few aggressive guys about. The people who work in the riad are super friendly and really care about the welfare of their guests. The courtyard and side rooms are loveky and whilst the bedrooms are basic, they are clean and its very quiet.
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2018
Heidy

Relax stay

Very well maintained place
Clean
Right in th Médina
5 minuets walk to the plaza Jemaa el fna
The owners are very friendly helpful
The room was very nice clean ventilated fresh
The bed though was a little stiff for me
But other than that everything was perfect
I will definitely come back
6/10
Pleasant
08 May 2018
Verified traveler
The Riad itself was nice, but when I showed up my first night at around 11PM nobody was there (despite assurances that someone would be) and I had to stay at another riad that night. The following morning I spoke with the owner over the phone and she was very apologetic and covered the cost of my first night. I understand that things happen, but it kind of put a damper on my whole stay.

Other than that the room was very comfortable, clean, and had great wifi reception. The Riad also arranged my transportation to the airport which saved me a lot of stress.
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2018
David

I absolutely loved this place!

This place is very clean and comfortable and close to the main square. The WiFi is great and and the setup of the place is lovely, especially the rooftop! The staff, which consists of Abdul and Radia are top- notch. The were both friendly, helpful, and professional. I really liked them both! The place is a little hard to find at first and the bathrooms are a little small because this is made in the old style. But so cool and romantic and homey! Free breakfast and you can request dinner if needed.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2018
Emma

Fantastic, homely riad.

Well what can we say. Our stay at Riad Noor Charana was second to none. We were met by Abdul as our taxi could not get right to the door due to the riad being in the medina. We walked down a little street and were welcomed into such a beautiful home. Such an intimate and friendly place where nothing was too much trouble. Our stay exceeded all of our expectations, we really felt that we had found a hidden little gem. The food was gorgeous and the staff also booked us one of our trips which made it so much easier as the company picked us up directly from the riad. The location was perfect for exploring as the main square is only about a 5-10 minute walk but the riad itself is in a lovely, quiet and peaceful location. We had a wonderful holiday and I would have no hesitation in going back to stay at Riad Noor Charana.
4/10
Poor
20 Mar 2018
Verified traveler

Very small and back street.

Without a guide you'll never find it. Single room is understatement. no facilitys in the room. This is basic room, tiny shower with curtain sticking to you if you move .
8/10
Excellent
20 Mar 2018
Sunshine

Very close to everything in the Médina

Think the shower needs attention as had to hold the shower head at all times
Tolilet itself moved from the floor so take care sitting down on it ,
Was surprised to hear you had to pay tourist tax at the hotel .
8/10
Excellent
12 Mar 2018
Marghe

Nice, warm family atmosphere, welcoming

Enjoy my staying @ the Riad. Made you feel welcome. Always asking if you was ok when returning after being out.
Radia was always ready to help out. Thank you Radia & so was her other half.
It would be nice if they put up some sign outside of the Riad as it can be difficult to find even with an excellent sense of direction.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2018
Verified traveler

Very peaceful

The staff are really friendly. The riad is really peaceful and keeps cool in the heat. Rooms are a bit rustic, but it is all part of the charm. I'd stay here again.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Dec 2017
Hon Kin Benedict

Great riad, great location

Fantastic riad in a great location. Exceptional service from the staff. Nice and spacious room
10/10
Exceptional
04 Dec 2017
Alison

Wonderful riad

A lovely riad, in the perfect location very close to the souks and central square, but a haven away from the bustle; it is very quiet despite location! Beautifully decorated and very pretty breakfast area and courtyard. The room was a little small but this wasn’t a major problem. Similarly, the shower takes a long time to warm up but again this is bearable and for the cheap price of the riad you can’t complain! Clean and well kept room. The staff are amazing and despite not speaking English are extremely helpful and will go out their way for you, with little thoughtful touches like lending an umbrella when it rained! Overall I would definitely stay again and would recommend to anyone in Marrakech, it is perfect.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Oct 2017
Verified traveler

Close to the Jemaa El Fna.

Nice Riad within 5 min walk of the Square. The two employees I encountered during my stay were incredibly nice but did not speak English or French which made communication and help for moving around very difficult.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2017
Verified traveler

Beautiful Riad

Noor Charana is a 5 minute walk from the main square, it's clean and pretty and I will definitely stay there again!
8/10
Excellent
14 Apr 2017
Stephanie

Good value, centrally located!

We found the riad's location to be just about perfect, and the neighorhood (and the riad) quiet at night. The staff were very helpful and hospitable, including by getting up very early on the day of our departure to give us breakfast and help us into a cab. On the day of our arrival, Abdul Latif obligingly found us in our taxi and helped us find the riad.
8/10
Excellent
16 Jan 2017
Clodagh
Location
Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Nov 2016
Verified traveler

Peaceful location minutes walk to the main square

-perfect location wise, literally around the corner from the main square and the Koutobia mosque, it can be seen from the rooftop terrace of the Riad
-lovely breakfast on the rooftop every morning, the fresh orange juice was delicious along with pancakes, breads and a selection of jams
-housekeeping was superb, clean and tidy
-staff were polite and helpful even though they spoke little English
-WiFi was good in the reception downstairs but no signal from our room
-no safe provided so just consider not to take valuables
-taxi/shuttle drop off is about 5-10mins walk to riad as the alleys are too tight for larger vehicles, this on arrival was a little bit of a culture shock as you will be living with the locals but will soon embrace the beautiful culture of Marrakech
-overall a lovely Riad and well kept in the perfect location for souk shopping, Jmaa el Fnaa and the koutobia mosque
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2016
Ilona

Highly recommend this hotrl

Fantastic place to stay, accomodation sotless, staff were amazing, breakfast was lovely on the roof terrace
Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Oct 2016
Farah

A hidden gem in the heart of the old town

The triple room was quite spacious with an ensuite attached. It's accessible from the courtyard on the ground floor which was convenient for my parents. As it's quite a small riad, sound travels so need to be aware! The WiFi is a little temperamental as well but overall, for the price and the location - it was more than ideal! Though they speak little English, Abdul and Radia are very attentive hosts.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2016
Moustafa

Best friendly crew members

Best hospitality experiences ever from The host and crew
They are very friendly
I had a medical situation, they supported me and let me leave very late and even refused to take compensation to it
Thank you
6/10
Pleasant
30 Sep 2016
Verified traveler

Great location. Get what u paid for.

Staff spoke no English, but is extremely kind. They tried their best to meet my needs, but the communication was almost impossible. The bathroom was dusty and dirty. The clothes hangers are covered with dirt. The Riad charges 3%extra if one pays for the stay with credit cards. The wifi was great!
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2016
Darryl

Marrakech haven.

We enjoyed every moment of or stay in the Medina, the old town section of Marrakech. Abdul and Radia are the perfect hosts, who did everything to make our stay comfortable and memorable. The Riad is a lovely retreat from the vibrant Medina. Breakfasts and meals on the rooftop were sensational. Can't recommend highly enough.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Jun 2016
ak and son

Cosy feel and homey

Welcoming place that were turned to it twice after initial stay. The staff are not English speaking so that aspect is morning only when owner comes in. She is very helpful. The man working is very polite n tries his best. Quiet location only 10 min walk to bustling square
4/10
Poor
18 Jun 2016
Mary

Unpleasant and over priced.

Arrived in darkness and a man grabbed our bag and went into what looked like a dark cave. We had no idea whether he was with the riad at first. Our room had holes in the sheets, not particularly clean and absolutely no toiletries, not even soap we could use for that first night. Breakfast is a flabby pancake and stale roll every single day and we only saw this one staff member who spoke little English so could get no help or advice about trips etc. as we could not communicate. Located in a rather gruesome butchers area of the medina so not ideal. Dinner and drinks over priced so we had to get water in the Medina and eat out. Only guests staying there so baffling why the service was so poor.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2016
Michael
I stayed here a couple of times based on reviews and wasn't disappointed. It is surprisingly quiet considering it's in the heart of the Medina. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was simple but consistent with elsewhere in Morocco. My double room was a bit quirky with en suite toilet but a separate shower, which was not a problem for me travelling solo, but others may want to try a different room. Happy to recommend.
8/10
Excellent
28 Apr 2016
Verified traveler
Nice, quite and good lockation!! Room small, bathroom big!!
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2016
Rizalinda

Good

It's was a nice hotel but needs upgrade and it's close to mostly the places you want to go.. Service is great Adu and Radja are very nice and helpful.. Breakfast is good I love it.. It's basic Moroccan breakfast . It's great place to stay if you are not picky..
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2016
Ian

An oasis of peace and calm.

Great little B&B, an oasis of peace and calm in the hassle and bustle of Marrakech. Conveniently located for walking to all the sights. A little hard to find initially as slightly hidden away, but great location overall.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2016
Alexa

Lovely oasis if calm

We had a lovely stay at Riad Noor Charana. The riad is a perfectly located for the main square and is a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech. The staff were helpful and attentive making sure we always had breakfast before heading out the door, no matter the time, and making us up hot water bottles in the evening. Communication was a little difficult at times but I would definitely recommend the Riad Noor Charana and would happily stay here again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2016
Paula
Volveria
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2016
Verified traveler

Would come back over and over

Loved the decor, the terrasses
Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Feb 2016
Eileen

Beautiful surroundings at a great price!

This is the fourth time I've stayed at Riad Noor Charana. As always it was great. On this trip I was travelling with my almost 7 year old daughter. The riad is great for kids of this age as they have lots of space to play in the various public areas (roof terrace, courtyard, balcony) but are safe from going outside the building. Within 5 minutes of our arrival my daughter made a new friend - an 11 year old girl who was also staying there with her mum. If you're a woman travelling alone or with kids I'd really recommend Noor Charana as a place to stay. It's clean, beautifully designed and decorated and less than 10 minutes walk from the main square. If the busy medina gets too much you can come back here at any time of the day and relax on the roof terrace. We found all the other guests to be really friendly which added to the whole experience. We'll definitely stay here again!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2016
Garth

Refuge in the middle of the medina

Staff went above and beyond when I needed help: met taxi, guided me to riad, helped arrange haggle free taxi to airport, got me small change before I braved the medina, mint tea on arrival, Moroccan breakfast every morning on the rooftop.
8/10
Excellent
01 Jan 2016
Lesley

Good location in the old town but also very quiet!

Staff were very helpful and friendly. Facilities were always spotless...it can get cold in December so the hot water bottle was a nice touch!
8/10
Excellent
13 Dec 2015
Harry
Riad Noor Charana was a wonderful place to stay- the staff were friendly and the premiseses were a lovely quiet retreat from the loud, busy city centre.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2015
Jingeol

Great stay

It was a great stay for 3 days. Good location and nice internal courtyard. I walked a lot in medina and after lunch I returned to the hotel and had a really nice relaxing time in the courtyard. Owner is very kind and breakfast was decent.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2015
Verified traveler

Great Riad

Beautiful characterful Riad. Good location...close to the jemaa el fna (10/15) mins walk. Inclusive breakfast is fresh and delicious. The beds were comfortable and the en-suite adequate. The wifi signal was a bit weak in the room. but otherwise highly recommended.
Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Oct 2015
Beverly

Calm oasis in the heart of the souks

Very attentive and accommodating staff. Lovely breakfasts on the terrace, and a beautiful & delicious couscous diner.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2015
Said
It was perfect.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2015
Min

Excellent and friendly

Only positive impressions from here :-)
This is the place to stay in Marrakech.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Jun 2015
Kilah
Friendly staff. Peaceful environment.
8/10
Excellent
31 May 2015
LA

Nice Riad close to the Souks and attractions

A great welcome upon our arrival at the airport from the taxi driver arranged through the Riad owner and at the Riad itself where we were welcomed with a drink with nibbles, whilst processing the paperwork. We were given keys to the room and the main entrance door, so we could come and go as we pleased. The Riad was in a great location for us, in the old town, with the souks and narrow streets to soak up the Moroccan atmosphere. On our first day we used a tour guide to take us on a three hour walking tour of the city, which I recommend, as to go to places you would not find yourself and of great interest.

The Red room which we stayed was very comfortable designed with the traditional Moroccan theme, the Riad staff were very approachable and friendly. Breakfast was served on the upstairs terrace in a lovely roof top setting and the set food was varied each day.

We went on the tourist buses which were the hop on and off open air top, the red route took you around the town whereas the green route took you on the outskirts, both covered in the same ticket. We did the horse and cart for 30 mins and found this about right for us, by them taking us to the Mojorelle Gardens. The other excursions we took were good value for money too.

We had a meal on our last night at the Riad and recommend, it was delicious.

Thank you to the owner and staff to making us feel very welcome and hope to return again
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2015
Pauline

Quiet sanctuary in the Medina

Beautiful riad with comfortable rooms. About a 10 minute walk from Jemaa Fna Square and easy to navigate once you get used to it. The square is closed off to cabs after certain times so communicate to Abdul/Elizabeth when you are arriving to figure out the best place to meet up. Abdul was a fantastic help. The staff understands some English but for more complicated matters, suggest whipping out your online translators to communicate.
6/10
Pleasant
04 May 2015
Karim

Lovely Riad

I had a wonderful time, and will definitely be back for more
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2015
Verified traveler
A wonderful relaxing place to stay close to the main square.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2015
Bhavana

book now, you'll love it!

We had a lovely stay. We opted to make our own way to the Riad and I tried to follow directions I'd got from Google maps. Don't bother as the Riad is marked on the wrong road. Derb el kbir is off ben saleh. Its very easy to get to from el fna. But do be ware of the local scallywags who want to show you the way. They will demand payment even if you haven't asked for their help. Most locals are help full and very friendly.

On arrival at the Riad we were given the most refreshing lemon iced drink by the staff. Quite possibly the sweetest nectar I've had anywhere. seriously it was Delicious, making my mouth water thinking about it now

breakfast was included in the price at noor charana and whilst it was a simple breakfast it was different every morning. Was a nice touch.

bins in room were emptied everyday, but I don't think they were cleaned. I'm a tidy person so it wasnt a big deal but as the rooms are smallish it could be a problem for some

Bath room was a fair size in comparison to the room.

There's lots of seating areas around the Riad over three floors so having a small room isn't a problem.

we had a great stay and would Def recommend this Riad. Great location and wonderfully friendly staff.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Apr 2015
Eli

Very Nice Riad

This was a well kept and attractive Riad close to the Medina centre. It's hard to find, but Elisabeth was on the ball with Email correspondence and with airport transfer.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2015
Clare

Calm haven

Couldn't be happier. Was tough finding it but worth the trouble. Get ready to eat some of the most delicious homemade jam you will ever have in your life for breakfast thanks to Radia.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2015
Jowita

amazing hotel in a perfect location

amazing hotel in a perfect location.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2015
Luke

Beautiful Riad in the heart of the Medina

Riad Noor Charana is a beautiful house, with modern comforts laced in traditional style. The staff was incredibly helpful when we were planning our days in Marrakesh, and with helping us decide where we would go next. The room was spacious and clean. The breakfast was delicious and plentiful! I would recommend this Riad to anyone looking for a place to stay in Marrakesh. A true oasis amongst the hustle and bustle of the Medina.
8/10
Excellent
03 Mar 2015
Aaghazar

Okay hotel. Comfortable but nothing special

The hotel is comfortable and is in the middle of the Medina.

They dont go above and beyond to help you get a taxi to the hotel or book your excursions. Its mostly self service
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2015
XY

Great Hotel

Helpful staff and good location. The rooftop terrace was such a relaxing place to have your breakfast.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2015
Arsalaan

Amazing!!!!!!!!

I went away with friends for my birthday to Marrakech!

Riad Noor Charana was absolutely amazing! the service was brilliant, the traditional breakfast included was great and we asked to have dinner on the last night which was just phenomenal!

Elisabeth, Radia and the team are so kind, hospitable and friendly and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was brilliant! It felt like a home away from home and will definitely be staying at this Riad again!

Also, the location was perfect just being 5 mins from the main souks and everything needed! We managed to secure a driver for all the days through the Riad too which was perfect!

Until the next time!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2015
Che

Nice little riad in the heart of old town

Marrakech can be a bit overwhelming even for the seasoned traveller but travelling with a 6-month old baby makes it even more challenging. We had a very pleasant stay in the Riad which provides a quiet haven amidst the hustle and bustle of the old Medina. It is easy to get lost in the narrow alleys of the old Medina, and the Riad unfortunately is incorrectly marked on Google maps which made finding it slightly harder than expected.
8/10
Excellent
29 Jan 2015
Joel

We were cold at night

It is hard to fault, but for obvious reason the Riad did not cater so well for cold January evenings, particularly in the bedroom. After we got extra blankets on the second night it was much better, but we were still cold in the bedroom when dressing etc.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2015
Thomas king

Amazing

Abdul and his wife made my stay amazing they looked after me like their own
I had some trouble and they sorted it straight away
The riad is lovely and everthing you need for a short stay
One downside it's hard to find
8/10
Excellent
27 Dec 2014
buddies

nice hotal close to shops

very nice hotal close to all shops and food stores very busy area
friendly staff but none of them speak proper english
10/10
Exceptional
16 Dec 2014
Taiana

Pleasant

I had a very pleasant stay at the hotel.
It's super close to the main spots in Marrakech and easy to get around.
Staff is very friendly even when we didn't understand what each other was saying lol
They did everything to help me get situated and sometimes walked me to places I wanted to go.
Rooms are nice and clean.
Highly recommended! :))

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Riad Noor Charana
31 Derb El Kbir Ben Saleh, Marrakech, Morocco

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