Riad Al kadar

The Riad is situated in a residential area away from the chaos of the Madina. It is absolutely charming, very beautiful and clean. Our meals were delicious and very well presented - both breakfast and dinner. We were so very lucky to have Michel for our host. He was the most attentive, helpful and made our stay in Marrakech very enjoyable. Likewise his staff was the best. They totally spoiled my elderly mother. The Riad is within 15 minutes walk to the main square but it is not an easy walk because of the twists and turns of roads not probably signposted. The only small negative bit of our stay was communication with taxi drivers on the return journeys from our trips out. All the taxi drivers seem to be ignorant of the location of the Riad. I was able to overcome this problem by asking the taxis to take me to Bab Ghmat and proceed to walk the rest of the way.

If you want to stay in the Medina but away from all the hustle and bustle then this is the Riad for you - an oasis of tranquility and calm. It is beautifully furnished and run with the most amazing attention to detail by Michel, the proprietor. He is the perfect host - nothing is too much trouble and he so obviously truly cares that you have the best stay you can possibly have. The breakfasts are feasts in themselves and the two dinners we had were fantastic.

Beautifully renovated riad with exquisite attention to the decor. It was lovely to stay in a quieter area of the city and we felt really safe walking to the main square, just 10 minutes away. Michel was a perfect host, always willing to help and accomodate our wishes. Our bedroom was spacious and complete with life saving air conditioning in such hot weather! The breakfasts were beautifully presented and varied each day. One night we ordered dinner and it was the best food we had eaten in Marrakech. It was relaxing to sit on the terrace in the evenings and we will certainly stay at this riad again when we revisit the city. Thank you Michel, for making our stay such a memorable experience.

We have travelled widely but have never experienced the level of hospitality we received at this riad! Michaela has made this the perfect retreat and it is absolutely beautiful with fresh roses everywhere. Nothing had been overlooked and the rooms were spotless, the service top notch and the food as good as any you could hope to find. A really good variety for breakfast which is not usual in this country and we ate in both nights as the food was so good. This is a small riad with 5 rooms and you are made to feel very special.The only slight disadvantage is that it is a little further out from the centre of the Medina but it only took us 10-15 minutes to walk to the Saadian tombs and the attractions in that area. This is the perfect retreat.

The hotel is very sweet, and clean. Michel, the owner caters to his guests every need. The breakfast was great. The only downfall is the Riad's proximity to a mosque, which means that guests are awaken every evening by the call to prayer. Also, it is very difficult to find- but Michel will arrange for an airport pick up if you ask in advance. Don't rely on the wifi. It is very sporadic and weak.

A great riad inside the Medina. It's a bit of a walk from the main square, but at least the location is quiet and great for a good night sleep. The food is excellent. The owner was friendly and very useful.

My husband and I have just returned from Marrakech where we spent four days at the Riad Al Kadar and had an amazing stay. The owner Michele was warm and welcoming and provided a wonderful breakfast each morning. The Riad itself was peaceful, calm and quiet and our room was clean and very comfortable. I would highly recommend this hotel for any couples travelling to Marrakech!

Absolutely beautiful riad. Comfortable bed. Hot water. Great breakfast. Warm reception with mint tea. Location is not great. Lots of other riad options closer to the square and restaurants. Very hard to find the riad, which is typical, but the owner is less helpful in this regard than I experienced elsewhere. For example, I stayed at Dar Cerrata my last two nights in Marrakech. The owner offered me a real map (although I already had one at this point) plus a hand drawn map which was invaluable in navigating the small alleys that exist in many of the riad neighborhoods. In addition, she provided me the cell phone number of a taxi driver who knows exactly where she is located. She also helped me find some great restaurant options. Riad Al Kadar leaves you more on your own to figure things out. In fact, when I asked for a restaurant recommendation, the owner didn't seem to really know of any. The one he ultimately sent me to was super touristy and not that good.

The Riad Al Kadar, has been the best place that we have ever stayed. It is impeccably clean and the owner Michele is the perfect host. Nothing is too much trouble, he will organise your airport transfer, trips and excursions and even book you a Hammam. We ate at the Riad on 2 evenings and words cannot explain the quality and service of Michele's hospitality................it was more than perfect. The Riad is located 10-15 minutes from the main square, Djeema al Fna, but is quite easily found on foot. This allowed us to see and experience local life which you would not see if you stayed in a 'sterile 'hotel out of town. The area in and around the Riad and Marrakech as a whole is exteremly safe and we can say it is the safest country that we have ever visited. The souks in and around the Medina can give you a sensory overload, but to return to the Riad Al Kadar is a magical oasis where you can relax and unwind in peace and quiet. We cannot recommend this beautiful place enough and will return again........Insha'Allah

This is a very well-managed, comfortable and lovely riad. It isn't as centrally located as some of the others but it is only a 10-15 minute walk away from the main square down small old streets and through souqs and its location makes it very quiet and peaceful. The owner is incredibly welcoming and helpful, as are his staff. This is a perfect riad for couples - the rooms are beautifully decorated, the central courtyard has been painstakingly restored and even the roof terrasse has had a lot of thought put into it. The breakfasts are an event in themselves - Moroccan bread, pancakes, honey, jams, fruit, delicious coffee and freshly squeezed orange juice is a brilliant way to start the day!