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El Fenn

Marrakech · Morocco

2 Derb Moulay Abdellah Ben HezzianView location

9.6/10Excellent164 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.4/109.4
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Quality10.0/1010.0
Value8.0/108.0
Amenities9.4/109.4
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About El Fenn

A stay at El Fenn places you in the heart of Marrakech, within a 10-minute walk of Jemaa el-Fnaa and Koutoubia Mosque. This luxury hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Majorelle Garden and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Dar el Bacha Palace.

Make yourself at home in one of the 41 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and espresso makers. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Childcare
Banquet facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Only dogs and cats are allowed Pets allowed (no fees)

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 19.80 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
    • Service fee: 7.5 percent

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Property Registration Number 16749
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 150.0 per day

    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

Dar el Bacha Palace 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Artisanal Craft Center Marrakech 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Cyber Park 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Jemaa el-Fnaa 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Koutoubia Mosque 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Mouassine Mosque 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Mouassine Fountain 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Ensemble Artisanal 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Le Jardin Secret 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
The Secret Garden Medina Marrakech 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Mouassine Museum 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Souk Laghzel 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Souk El Bahja 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Bab Doukkala Mosque 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Souk Semmarine 0.6 km / 0.4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    Room code: SUI.B2-KG

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    Room code: SUI.2K

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about El Fenn

9.6
Excellent
164 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Quality
10.0 /10
Value
8.0 /10
Amenities
9.4 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2026
Isabela
Nice Staff, Great environment!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
Avery
The experience el fenn creates is unmatched. From the room to the shared spaces everything is exceptional. The staff is warm and accommodating. This stay made our time in Marrakesh so special.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2026
Jennifer
Obsessed! Fun location, amazingly helpful staff, gorgeous rooms/hotel. Absolutely would come back.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
Deborah
Best hotel. Best service. They made you feel so taken care of. I highly recommend it. Great location Meiman was so nice and helpful. The best breakfast.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2026
navya
One of the best hotels I have stayed at
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2026
Bjarte
1001 nights in the city of Marrakech! An excellent experience for us. Clean and inviting room with a nice bathroom and a comfortable bed. It even had it’s own fireplace. Quite popular and crowded topside, the rooftop bar and restaurant serves good food and drinks. Quite chilly, so bring a jacket if you visit outside summer season. All in all a place I gladly recommend and will revisit.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Fernando
Great ataff
6/10
Pleasant
30 Apr 2026
Craig
Beautiful hotel and lovely staff, but style outweighed substance for us

El Fenn is a beautiful, stylish hotel in a great location, and the staff were excellent throughout our stay: warm, helpful and professional. The interiors and rooftop views are striking, so I understand why many guests love it.

However, for us, the overall experience did not quite justify the price. Although multiple pools are advertised, the only pool area that felt genuinely usable was the small rooftop pool; the others felt more like decorative or architectural features. Breakfast was delicious, but choice was limited, and evening dining was disappointing for the cost. The dining area also lacked atmosphere and felt more functional than special.

The rooftop bar is attractive, but as it is open to non-residents it became very busy with people taking photos. Combined with outside guests using the bar and dining areas, it made the hotel feel less relaxing and less exclusive than expected.

The mandatory locally collected charge appeared mainly to be a 7.5% service fee rather than a tax, and a 7.5% service charge was also added to food and drinks. We were happy to tip individual staff additionally where deserved, as they were a highlight, but the overall level of added charges felt excessive given the room rates and the number of non-residents using the facilities.

Overall, El Fenn is photogenic, well located and staffed by lovely people, but for us the substance did not match the style or cost.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2026
petra
Exceptional staff, beautiful rooms, delicious food. A real home away from home experience!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2026
Lisa
Modern riad. Chic and tastefully decorated. Great service!
6/10
Pleasant
27 Mar 2026
Michael
The breakfast wasn’t good … simple things like the eggs always over or under ..
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2026
Mürvet
Benim bu otelde sevmediğim tek şey kahvaltı ve restoran yemkleriydi
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
Ermal
Beautiful hotel
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2026
Joan
Another fantastic stay at El Fenn. This property is beautiful, every corner you turn there’s another delight in store. The rooftop bar is buzzy and fun. Would be great if they served non alcoholic beer but otherwise a truly wonderful experience.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2026
Jan
Perfekt placerad Riad med mycket trevlig och serviceminded personal.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2026
Bernita
Staff were outstanding
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2026
Melinda
Absolutely my new favorite hotel. The architecture and interiors of El Fenn are outstanding, and the service is amazing. We arranged airport pickup in advance, then escorted directly to the hotel which is convenient to all restaurants and sights within the Medina. We arrived early (like 7am) and as our rooms were not yet available, we enjoyed breakfast on the rooftop and after a tour of the property, were given a large suite to rest and freshen up. The staff was always available and were helpful to arrange a car service, hammam appointments, a tour guide, and answer all of our questions. Our room was comfortable and clean, and especially cozy with a small fire every evening before bed. The children had a smaller room, but it also had a fireplace, large bathroom, and the WiFi was excellent (teenagers). They have thought of all the little details at El Fenn that make a hotel experience exceptional.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2025
Alexandra
Lovely hotel
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2025
Anthony Gin-Ping
Exceptional staff, spotless rooms, and standout rooftop with Atlas views. Effortless luxury in Marrakech’s heart—already plotting a return!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2025
Diane
El Fenn is just coming home in Marrakesh vibes. The staff is so friendly, you feel yourself as from the first moment home in a amazing atmosphere. Everything can be organized. The staff and especially Fawti from the breakfast team do everything to give you excellent service for your breakfast.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
04 Aug 2025
Laurent
Everything was perfect. But what really left a bitter taste in my mouth is how inneficient, laziness, unwilling to help or simply incompetence call it what you want . But I left a small package at the hotel and was traveling to the rest of Morocco. I called the hotel to have them ship the package I left at there store . I was suprise to see that a hotel that level could not help me. They told me it was impossible , they had no way , no idea how to do such thing . I tried to convince them that there is no way that there is no local transporter . They told me no it doesn’t exist my only solution would be to drive back (I was already in fes) or to have a collect account with dhl. Well, even if I am not from Morocco and I don’t speak Arabic , it didn’t take me long to find a local compagny Ameex ( I am adding it her so try employee of el fenn can know for next client ) . Again there lack of initiative for such a top hotel was mind blowing.
8/10
Excellent
03 Aug 2025
Laurent
Everything went perfectly fine. But the last experience left a bitter taste . When we left some gift we bought at there boutique. We called the hotel and the boutique
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jun 2025
William
This is among the most unique properties in the world. The service is second to none and whoever designed the hotel should win a gold medal somewhere. Everything about El Fenn was excellent and as advertised. I rarely give feedback from travels, choosing to write about a place that is very very bad or excellent. In between doesn’t much matter to me. El Fenn? Gets a ten!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2025
Julian
Amazing property and staff!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2025
Aaron

Staying at El Fenn with my fiancée was an experience we’ll never forget. From the moment we arrived, it felt like stepping into a hidden world full of beauty, warmth, and charm. The design of the hotel is absolutely stunning. Every room, hallway, and courtyard feels like a piece of art. It’s easily one of the most beautifully designed places we’ve ever stayed.

Our room was incredibly comfortable. Everything from the bed, always having a cold bottle of water, to the little details made it feel special and inviting.
But what really made the stay unforgettable was the staff. Everyone was so kind, welcoming, and genuinely caring. We didn’t feel like guests. We felt like we were coming home.

What touched us most were the random acts of kindness from the staff, little surprises like complimentary desserts, free drinks, and thoughtful gestures that made us feel truly cared for. It wasn’t just hospitality, it was soulful.

Every part of the experience had a touch of magic. Whether we were relaxing on the rooftop, enjoying a quiet moment in the courtyard, or just wandering through the hotel, there was a constant feeling of peace and wonder.

El Fenn is more than just a hotel. It is a feeling that stayed with us long after we left. We’re already talking about when we can go back. Truly one of the best places we’ve ever stayed, and we can’t recommend it highly enough.
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
28 Feb 2025
Helen
Extremely basic for the price. Noisy at night. Breakfast was served in broken chipped cups and plates. Tables sticky because they had not been cleaned. Rooftop service & food was limited.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
Clare

Loved this place

Have wanted to come here for years and it didn’t disappoint! Beautiful, calm, friendly
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2025
Cristian

Marrakesh experience

The place is in the heart of the Medina , beautiful place all the room are different and really taking care with amazing forniture , food at the bar and restaurant fantastic , liking fiesta to be back soon
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2024
Karen
Absolutely superb! Ayub at the front desk is particularly delightful.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
Sally Ann
This is THE only hotel to stay at in Marrakech. The interiors are incredible!
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2024
John
This is a great hotel - we really enjoyed our stay.

It is really beautifully decorated with quiet courtyards and marble staircases. It feels very homely with extremely polite and attentive staff. The location is perfect - steps away from the bustle of the medina, yet not too hidden away down alleyways - definitely an oasis of calm to relax in after a morning wandering the souks.

The rooftop restaurant was superb - plentiful breakfasts, and the best food we ate in Marrakech for dinner. The rooftop terrace as a whole was the best we visited, with separate areas for the restaurant, bar (with a great atmosphere in evenings) and the pool area. The rooftop pool was impressively sized: there were two smaller pools on the ground floor as well but the roof one was definitely the best.

It's not cheap. Other riads may have similar beautiful interiors (although unlikely such a nice pool, most look more decorative). The small room was smaller than I expected, and we didn't have a bath (most of the pictures on their website do...) There's an extra mandatory daily service charge of around 30 euros. However the overall set up is incredibly welcoming and relaxing, the location perfect, the food delicious, and we would definitely stay again tomorrow if we could.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2020
Karla

My go to for Morrocco!

Amazing hotel, with great customer service and overall great hotel to stay in. Highly recommend staying here!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2020
Rahul

Amazing hotel

Honestly an amazing hotel. Great food, Amazing views. The service was impeccable. The room was super comfortable. Lovely pool
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
27 Dec 2019
MZ
Beautiful property, friendly staff- all very helpful and genuinely kind. I found significant issues with the rooms though - from a shower that backed up flooding the WC, to mold on bathroom walls ( large areas covered in mold not little bits) a clogged, old hand shower, very spotty WiFi, heat out entirely in one room ( attributed the issue to a storm however it had began the day before) wobbly, unkept furniture, lounge chair on which the bottom had given out, loose, old bathroom faucets that were all loose and wobbly etc. For the price of the rooms (or any cost for that matter) I found all these things unacceptable. I brought up some of the significant issues to the staff while there(backed up plumbing etc) and was moved to 3 different rooms during my stay. The staff was accommodating but spent a lot of time apologizing (I felt so bad for them) I am a kind and reasonable person and I fault the facilities manager - Focus needs to expand to the basic function and care of the units and not rely so much on the “optics” and aesthetics to carry the property through. The things I noticed seemed chronic and to not have been tended to for a long time (like the mold covering a huge part of the wall- that would take months) To experience issues with BASIC ESSENTIALS like the bathrooms seems inexcusable. The service staff is kind and lovely but I will not stay here again. Whoever is in charge of maintenance of the units needs a talking to by ownership.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Dec 2019
Verified traveler
A magical place to stay. One of the best hotels i have stayed.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
El Fenn is such a beautiful hotel, the art and decor are perfectly curated and the rooms are each so unique and interesting. The staff and service was perfect, food was great, water available everywhere, great amenities in the bathroom. Also went to the spa for the Royal Hammam treatment and really enjoyed it.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Perfect experience,
Lovely management and staff.

My first and always options in Marrakech
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2019
Suzie

Stunning

Outstanding and memorable
Interior design stunning
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Beautiful and very nice service
I have loved staying there , super professional and real Maroccon experience
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
23 Mar 2019
Stephanie
The hotel is unbelievably beautiful and the location is perfect. We had a few uncomfortable incidents with the staff that really put us off. Would definitely stay there again but hope there is an improvement in how the front desk staff deals with the guests.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
My room was beautiful, the grounds were beautiful, the food and wine were excellent. You cannot lock your room which I found to be strange, I had no issues and my stuff was fine but I found it strange that the rooms had no key and could not be locked. With the exception of the person that checked me in, a very nice lady that was there during the evening and one of the bar tenders, I found the rest of the staff to be cold and impersonal. The staff at the rooftop area where they serve breakfast was very impersonal and slow. I would recommend coming for lunch and taking advantage of the photo opportunities but unfortunately I would not recommend staying here. There are much better Riads with more personal service and nice rooms for far less money. Although the room I had was spectacular, there was no heat on one of the coldest nights and no one to answer the phone when I called about it. This place shuts down after a certain time which surprisingly at the smaller Riads someone is always at the reception desk. I went back and forth between whether to book at La Mamounia or here and chose El Fenn because of the uniqueness of the rooms but for the price I paid I expected a certain level of service which I felt was lacking here. There was also an issue with the housekeeping not cleaning the room well, they comped some charges to the room to compensate but they argued with me over it before just offering to waive the fees. Again great spot for pics and food but not sure about staying
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jan 2019
Nicky
Beautiful Riad . Very close to the medina sights. Delicious breakfast
8/10
Excellent
23 Dec 2018
john
The staff were really friendly and nice and the breakfast was really nice. I didnt like the room though for 2 reasons, first it was very dark at night even with all the lights on. Secondly there is no privacy for the bathrooms. It was a family 2 bedroom apartment but the toilet was visible from the bedroom as was the rest of the bathroom. It made it uncomfortable and hard to relax. Putting a solid door on the bathroom would have easily solved the issue.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2018
Verified traveler
fresh flowers, candles, incense in room. Hospitality of all staff.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2018
Samantha

A beautiful gem in the heart of the Medina

An incredible boutique hotel experience. A perfect balance of 'being waited on' so you feel pampered (become stationary for too long and a waiter will appear out of no where and deliver you a glass bottle of water and snacks) but not too distant from real Marrakech life to feel you're missing out on the real thing.

The riad itself is a feast for the eyes with it's pieces of art and incredibly furniture pieces (whose arrangement was constantly updated) which means during our 10 day stay we never got bored of just being in the riad, relaxing. The 3 different pools means after a few hours out in the heat, there will always be somewhere for you to take a dip.

A stone's throw from the medina, so plenty things to see, shop and eat within walking distance. Highly recommended! There's simply no need to travel around when you're somewhere this good!
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2018
Alexis

Luxury at Riad El Fenn

Staying at Riad El Fenn was one of the greatest hotel experiences I’ve had. The grounds were stunning. The staff was warm, friendly, and super responsive and accommodating. They made suggestions and all our reservations they helped us navigate the winding roads of the souk and negotiate taxi fees. They are family. I love the Riad El Fenn thought of every tiny detail - it made the stay even more incredible. We couldn’t be any happier with our choice and have started thinking about when we could go back. I recommend this hotel to everyone.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2018
Chadwick

Oozes charm and culture

We debated heavily between El Fenn and the Amanjena property outside of town. In the end, we chose El Fenn and could not have been happier with our stay. The moment you enter the colorful and infinitely Instagrammable property from a side street inside the Medina (but with very easy access to other parts of town), you enter a secret garden in a different world. Our room - the Red Room - on the top floor was an interior, large room off of one of several courtyards throughout the property. Essentially, El Fenn is a collection of riads artfully tied together. We paid more for the large category and it was worth it. Huge bedroom, wood fireplace, giant bathroom, cozy bedding, and an El Fenn \"newspaper\" that serves as a menu, guide, map, and general interest go-to on all things Marrakech.

Evening drinks and morning breakfast on the rooftop - with the call to prayer wailing - never disappointed. And given the manageable size of the Medina and outlying parts of the city, you cannot beat the location. Because we were with a large group for a milestone birthday party, we did not eat at the hotel other than breakfast but it was top-notch with a delicious shakshuka on offer. All in all, highly recommended.
Friends
6/10
Pleasant
30 Apr 2018
ali

overpriced

Nice Riyad. Overpriced for a room overlooking the street with no bathroom door, no tv, toilet and shower the same space. Otherwise nice and clean. Nothing special. Has a good restaurant. No music. Central location. Breakfast on the roof with no ceiling so good luck if it is raining. I would stay there at a third of the price.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2018
Nikos

Excellent service from the whole team

We stayed at El Fenn as part of our 10 year anniversary trip. The whole team was very helpful and very friendly the entire duration of our stay. The place if very nicely designed with beautiful art all over, and nicely decorated rooms. The views from the terrace are wonderful.

On our anniversary the hotel arranged rose petals all over the room and gave us an upgrade to one of the XL rooms which was an absolutely amazing touch that made our day even more special. We will certainly be staying here again, and will be recommending this to any of our friends going to Marrakech.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2018
Rich

Lovely Riad in the Medina

Stayed 3 days in El Fenn. Highly recommend the set lunch. Dinner in the restaurant on our final night was very good. We decided to use an El Fenn recommended guide for a tour of the Medina, he was insightful and we got to see all aspects of the Medina including Mosques, museums, workshops, he also helped us identify the range of quality of goods on offer in the souks as well as the highest prices to pay. El Fenn was a lovely working Riad that allows you space to relax on the roof terrace in the sun or relax in the shade in one of the many quiet spaces in and around the Riad. It has 3 pools and a spa. It is within a short work of the main square that come to life from dusk onwards.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2018
Jessica

Stylish Riad with Excellent Service

The property is beautiful with unique touches throughout, including original art. The staff is extremely helpful and welcoming and no request was too much. We stayed in the Annex, where the rooms are a little smaller. We had the full service of anything at the hotel and a staff member, Hamouda, assigned full time just to those five rooms. Hamouda walked us to restaurants and picked us up, made reservations, and was a wonderful bright spot on our trip. Breakfast on the roof was delicious and had a great view.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2017
Nada

If you go once you WILL come back

I have been well and truly El Fenned!! Second stay there a week ago after discovering this place in August, when we arrive we do not want to leave. Thanks everyone for making our stay so comfortable and Anna for looking after us so well.

We will be back I can 100% say!!
Room Tip: All the rooms are amazing, for me Room 10 is the one (the blue room in the courtyard)
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2017
Verified traveler
Excellent - oasis of peace in the madness that is Marrakech - been here before will be here again ... one of my favourite places in the world
8/10
Excellent
11 Sep 2017
maria
Everything was good. Did not like the internet issue, unable to update my mail!!
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2017
John

Do not go to Marrakech.

Marrakech has been magical for centuries. But it is becoming less and less so. I first travelled there 30 years ago and I was thoroughly intoxicated by the experience. Unfortunately, the experience now feels much too similar to visiting a combination of Disney World/Ibiza/and an outlet mall. Much of what is sold in the median is worthless trash, but not all of it. The newer hotels, including El Fenn, are all about that Miami Beach/Ibiza vibe. The new restaurants that are all the rage are part food and part Miami Beach/Ibiza night clubs. Even some of the old fabulous restaurants found in beautiful riads, like Dar Yacout, have become mechanical in their approach to hospitality. \"If you don't enjoy your experience with us, it is OK. A million more tourists like you will be here after you leave.\"..... an attitude often found in cities like Paris.
Avoid Marrakech. But do go to Morocco. Most of it is still absolutely intoxicating.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2017
susan

stunning property lovely people excellent service

absolutely gorgeous experience - start to finish. with the most beautiful rooms and common spaces, riad el fenn is one very special place. the food is beyond delicious, the staff is incredibly friendly, inviting, helpful and so kind. you must get a hammam while there - what a luxurious experience. the property is just inside the walls of the medina and steps away from the souks, yet it feels worlds away and is within walking distance of all the action. the ONLY place to stay in marrakech. this property is heaven on earth - truly!
8/10
Excellent
12 May 2017
Verified traveler

Nice place

Nice place, but it is not an intimate riad. More like a hotel.
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2017
Patrick

Great hotel but a bit too European

Difficult to fault El Fenn. Well located, excellent facilities, lots of staff, comfortable rooms, great roof terrace but once inside you didn't have enough of Morocco.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2017
David

Beautiful at Every Turn

No matter where you look, the El Fenn is beautiful. There are nooks everywhere to curl up and relax. We booked a Large room but was upgraded to a two-room house, which had a tub in the living room, a wood-burning fireplace, a huge terrace, and a huge shower with two rainforest showerheads. Breakfast was wonderful and the staff was always happy to help. One weird thing that I didn't realize was the hotel doesn't have locks on the doors. You can stow your passport in the room safe though.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Feb 2017
joseph

Understand Your Potential Placement In Annex

Stay stated of poorly-placed in annex without informed consent. Annex is some distance away waling through a maze of twisting and turning alley-way like paths between buildings. It would be easy to get lost trying to return to main hotel without help. We were very angry about this dis-location from the main Riad.
However, for the second and third nights we were placed in an excellent room above reception.
The manager on duty did an excellent job of understanding our extreme dislike of the annex and worked with us.
All in all this is an exceptional place to stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2017
emma

Stunning

One of the most beautiful hotels I've stayed in! A labyrinth of unique authentic stylish rooms with great art and a stunning rooftop. Staff couldn't have been more gracious and helpful. Heaven. will return soon....
8/10
Excellent
03 Dec 2016
Rubi

Hidden Gem of a Riad

This place is fab, really enjoyed our stay. Top tip - get the staff to light a fire in your room and enjoy a glass of red!
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2016
CM

Beautiful riad in the heart of Marrakech

This riad is beautiful, centrally located, and has an extremely friendly staff. Each room in the riad has its own special charm and character. The common areas and terraces are well-maintained and the hotel has extremely interesting decor. The staff is very helpful and kind.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2016
Camille

Great Riad but the Annex is not an Annex

Beautiful Riad, service and staff. However, they sell the Annex as part of the same Riad and is not. It is a 5 minute walk, beautiful but much less luxurious and less convenient. The staff at the Annex (his name is Hamouda), called Little Sister, is super!
2/10
Poor
24 Oct 2016
JP
Deceived by the “Annex”
-Booked the Annex by accident, the distinction between the two sites not being explained in the Expedia app
-Separate building >5 min walk away from the main hotel
-Path to it winds through confusing alleyways not marked on Google maps, which means they cannot be navigated easily without hotel staff (and it’s not recommended not to walk them alone at night)

Disappointing Room
-Tiny
-Only source of light is the French door entrance, which must be left covered for privacy
-No lock on the doors (security is assured by the staff instead)
-Tiny bathroom with ceiling at low height requiring crouching to move through it
-Found a very large hair ball stuck to the shower wall
-Sewage smell in the bathroom

Cheated on Transportation
-Asked for a taxi to the airport, and a “driver” was arranged (difference in cost: 50 dirhams vs 300 dirhams) and I was made to take it because he had already arrived – meanwhile, several taxis sit outside the hotel
-Then, I was overcharged for the ride!
-To add to the insult, discovered at the airport another hotel guest in an equally empty 300 dirham van right behind mine

Perhaps the rooms in the main hotel are nicer, but I hardly believe even they are worth their price (coming from someone who regularly stays at 4-5 star hotels). The rooms in the Annex at (~1/2 - 2/3 the price) are most certainly not worth it, as there is an abundance of other riads in Marrakesh that offer the same or better quality for far less.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2016
Dorothy
Amazing staff, great location, very clean and beautiful decor!
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2016
Sarah

Probably the best Riad in Marrakesh

This riad was an oasis of calm and tranquillity. The service was excellent, the room stunning and the food was great. The design is also amazing and there are lots of quiet places to sit. The spa was great with the massage top quality. One minor quibble would be that a lot of the wine was corked. We opened four bottles without finding one uncorked one evening, which I found embarrassing but perhaps that's because I'm British and hate sending things back. Especially when the staff are trying so hard.

My friend and I are planning to book our return with immeadiate effect for next year. Without doubt, this is one of the best places to stay in Marrakesh.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2016
LP

Outsanding place with aa cool vibe

Everything was perfect. Even the smallest rooms are comfortable and spacious.
Only downside is the noisy air conditionning system.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Aug 2016
Simon

A Private Santuary

Really enjoyed our stay here at El Fenn. We had the room on the Groud Floor which was super spacious. However, there is no door between the bedroom and the bathroom/ toilet. Amazing hospitality shown by every staff member. Amble facility inside the riad which inc 3 swimming pools, spa centre, rooftop restaurant and afternoon tea served in the courtyard. Turtles freely walk around the courtyard and by George, they walk fast! I could spend hours just watching them. Oh, that gift shop is beauiful. Highly reccomend asking the Riad to prebook a private driver to pick you up fr the airport. For any first time travellers to Morocco, best NOT to haggle for your first trip with a taxi driver.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2014
Jake

Beautiful isn't the word.

This place is an idyllic oasis of calm within the Medina quarter of Marrakech. Down a non-assuming alleyway, a sturdy door opens to something very special indeed. Polite and courteous staff attend to your every need. And the place itself...we had one of the cheaper Courtyard rooms, but have never stayed anywhere like it. Cavernously tall ceilings (and air con) kept the room cool, the decor was taste itself - and the marble bath was so vast it clearly had to be custom built.

We had a fountain and trees within the courtyard outside our room - and even a family of tortoises. (At night just watch where you step!)

Artwork adorns the walls throughout the riad. And up one of the winding staircases, the large rooftop terrace has great views over the city and serves high quality food and drink. It even has a small pool to relax around, in addition to the others at ground level.

Highly recommended. And maybe 'beautiful' is the word, after all.
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2014
Babyblackbird

Great hotel in fantastic location

A hotel full of character and charm. Fantastic roof gardens and plunge pools as well as hide away spots to sit and read. Very helpful and friendly staff. Overall good value for money.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2014
Adam

The nicest riad I've ever stay in.

We spent a total of 3 nights and 4 days at Riad El Fenn. It's perfectly located near the Jemaa el-Fnaa square, on the airport side of the Medina and with quick and easy access to the side and back of the main souk (the best bits). We found it to be in easy walking distance from the Jardin Majorelle and Bahia Palace as well. The room we stayed in was the largest I'd ever been in (it was possibly higher than it was long), the food served was excellent and the family of tortoises the live there are a lovely touch. Waking up to birdsong and a fresh pot of coffee every morning was a lovely start to the day.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2011
TravelEcuador

Beautiful Hotel & Fabulous Service

Riad El Fenn is an exquisite hotel in the Medina of Marrakesh with easy access to all of Marrakesh's attractions. The hotel specifically caters to Western tourists and the staff speak fluent English. The staff is very accommodating to foreigners and helped us make the most of our time in Marrakesh.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
MIGUEL
muy original la decoracion
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2026
Clémence
Séjour juste magique
Hôtel magnifique très bien situé et un personnel aux petits soins
Un grand merci à Saïd
Partner

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El Fenn
2 Derb Moulay Abdellah Ben Hezzian, Marrakech, Morocco

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