Dar Ayniwen Garden Hotel & Bird Zoo

Had a wonderful time in Morocco, a large portion of which was down to the hotel! The staff were so welcoming and the hotel was so generous. The food was delicious and the facilities were available whenever we asked for them. The hotel is set out in such a way that you feel like you're on a completely private holiday. Plus the bird were beautiful! I've recommended this hotel to all my friends as a great and amazingly priced getaway.

We had a four night break 9th to 13th March. Met be the owner on arrival and given a guided tour. As a bonus we found that our room had been upgraded and consisted of a living room, bedroom and very large bathroom with a vaulted ceiling. Outside we had a courtyard and hot tub. Very comfortable and traditionally decorated. The hotel staff are excellent. Very keen and eager to help. French is the second language but English is widely spoken and we had no issues. Aziz at reception is very helpful in suggesting places to see and visit. The food at the hotel is very good, particularly the traditional Moroccan fare. We had a cooking lesson one afternoon and saw our evening meal being prepared (and given the recipe) The hotel is in a quiet area aprox 20 mins from the old city. A free minibus service is provided running all day and well into the evening. As we were on a short break we split our time between sightseeing and shopping in the city and relaxing by the pool. Weather was in the high 20s every day. All in all a fantastic, relaxing holiday

An amazing hotel. Everything you could wish for and more.

We couldn't have been better looked after from beginning to end of our short 4 day break. Although we landed early our transfer bus and driver (from Dar Ayniwen) were there waiting for us, ready to whisk us through the busy, crazy streets of Marrakesh and onward through a number of dusty, bumpy side roads, until we finally ended up at the huge wooden gated entrance to Dar Ayniwen. Once inside, we were presented with a vision of complete tranquillity. Beautifully kept gardens with tall palm trees swaying in the breeze, sparkling swimming pool, and the sound of tropical birds in the background. The small, but perfectly formed and ornately decorated Dar Ayniwen hotel nestled in the middle of all this tranquillity, and after a brief tour by the excellent manager, Aziz, we were shown to our rose-petal adorned room! A very, very good beginning indeed, and things got even better! Particular high points included the wonderful breakfasts and the superb evening meals served in the romantic tented restaurant, the brilliant attentive (but never intrusive) staff, the oh-so relaxing massage and traditional hamam in the hotel spa, and the convenience and efficiency of the shuttle service which was always ready to take you to the destination of your choice (within reason!) and never late when picking you up. Altogether an excellent short holiday. We definitely would like to go again some day, and would absolutely recommend it to others.

Fantastic hotel. Can't wait to come back

This is the first time we have been to Marrakech & we had the best time! I cannot praise this hotel enough-the staff were outstanding & the attention to detail in looking after all the guests was 110% spot on! The Morroccan people are so warm & friendly & always polite-although it can be a little overwhelming when you first go to the Medina & they approach you-be firm but respectful & polite! They are happy to point you in the right direction should you lose your way & we found them very welcoming to visitors, either in the shops, markets, or in the streets-they also like to banter with tourists! The leather is an excellent buy-as are the scarves-always haggle-it is expected!! You will get some real bargains in the medina & there are also designer shops in the European quarter if that's what you prefer-take a trip there by horse & carriage-agree the price before you get in though! Evening entertainment in the medina includes real snake charmers, acrobats & traditional Morrocan bands-you can also get a Henna tattoo from one of the Berber women! Visit the Jardin majorelle & the Yves Saint Laurent memorian & museum-it is beautiful & very colourful! Loads to so & see in Morrocco-you will be spoiled for choice!

A wonderful surprise at the end of our journey. We were greeted by friendly staff who took such good care of us throughout our stay. The food was superb and presented beautifully. Sumptuous room overlooking the gardens.

Generally I would give this hotel 5 stars but there was some small detail that I was really put off by. Room, facility, area, staff etc., all 5* However I recall the days I worked 45 hour weeks to earn £65. Well I paid almost triple what I earned in a week at one time - to stay here per day (!) - so when it says breakfast included - you expect a fabulous mediterranean breakfast with ample fruits and veg and other local culinary delights. I was dismayed that in essence all i had was a croissant and fresh orange juice - eggs were charged extra - and there were other items that you could pay extra for - though the pancakes were different things on different days - and usually cold. Honestly - this is nothing short of madness and a loss of common sense somewhere along the line. That was a very big downside as I felt mislead and let down. there you go. you live and you learn.

Stayed 3 nights last week. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, customer service was excellent. The house is gorgeous with big rooms tastefully decorated also the gardens were beautiful! The food was the best we had during our stay in Marrakech.

Have had a wonderful few days here, the hotel and staff were fantastic. Complete peace and tranquility, so lazy- we only ventured out once to hustle and bustle of the Souks!