Riad Zara

Outside area was nice, we visited January so mornings and evenings were cold

There were a few miscommunications with owner but these were ironed out and we enjoyed our stay

dinner,atmosphere,service,tradionnal riad with authentic decoration

it is traditional moroccan style Riad, very beautiful inside

Riad Zara definitely stands out with its original Moroccan decor and attention to detail. Beautiful interiors are complemented by small works of art. If you are looking for a Moroccan experience, then Riad Zara is for you. The owner is a very friendly person who cares about her guests. In 15 minutes you can walk to Jemaa el Fna, walking through narrow streets lined with local workshops.

The Riad's vicinity itself can be a bit demanding for unexperienced travelers ;)

Our host was very welcoming, kind and helpful. She made our experience in the Riad so enjoyable. The Riad itself is so pretty and very quiet, it is far from the noisy part of the Medina and next to the gate Bab Aylen which is good for getting taxis to and from. The roof terrace is gorgeous! My partner loved the Asian options for food.

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Riad Zara was a devine oasis. The staff were helpful, kind and friendly. The room was clean, with a magical quantity, making me feel like some sort of Moroccan prince. The old town can be a bit hetic, with the bustle of the souk at your doorstep. But upon entering Riad Zara it all disappeared, and i was wrapped in a blanket of colors and calm. I highly recommend Riad Zara for anyone who is looking for a touch of bohemian class in there visit to Marrakech.

Gorgeous riad, very nice staff, Shijia was a very friendly host. We loved sitting on the peaceful roof terrace in the evening. Really enjoyed the breakfast. Rooms don’t lock but it felt very safe as Shijia or other staff are always around and the front door to the riad locks. We left our bags there on the last day and there were no problems at all. We paid for the shuttle to and from the airport which was hassle free and got us there in good time. The cost of the shuttle included early check in at the riad. It was easy to communicate with Shijia via whatsapp and email.

Slight misunderstanding about vegetarian diet at dinner but it was rectified very quickly and I enjoyed the alternative which was freshly prepared.

Riad Zara is absolutely fantastic!! We could not recommend staying here more highly. We had such a lovely time and wish we could have stayed longer. Hopefully we will be back again! First things first. Our host and owner of the Riad Shijia could not have been a more welcoming and gracious host. This was our first time staying in Marrakech and from the moment we arrived we were made to feel completely at home at ease. We arrived late, hungry and in need of some kindness and Shijia made us delicious food (briwats) and accommodated our every request and made us feel so very welcome throughout our stay. The Riad itself beautiful. A traditionally decorated Riad in the district of Aylen, the Riad and our room were wonderfully decorated and cosy. It was our sanctuary away from the bustling medina and souks of Marrakech for us to relax. There are plenty of seating areas in the Riad to just relax or read a book. Or you can sunbathe on the rooftop terrace if you prefer! The breakfast was terrific too, traditional messemen, amlou and Moroccan tea were served in the courtyard which started our days very nicely indeed! Our trip to Marrakech was a delight from start to finish. We started in Riad Zara and are so glad we did. Thank you!

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We stayed at the Riad Zara for five nights. Shi Jia, our wonderful host, has just taken over the business and looked after us as though we were family. We enjoyed the tranquility of Riad Zara away from the main and busy sights of the Marrakech Medina (About a twenty five minute walk) but close to the gate for transport to sights outside the Medina. Bus #9 to Jardine Marjorelle was 4 Dirham. Our room, #4 was on the first floor. It was spacious, comfortable, tastefully decorated and very clean. It had lots of options for mood lighting. The huge bath and shower was a treat. The room had its own hot water system so there was plenty of easily regulated hot water. A delight. It was a typical Moroccan continental breakfast - breads, interesting jams beautifully presented with slight variations each day in the Riad courtyard. We had dinner at the Riad one evening. Shi Jia asked us what we’d enjoy. We had an octopus tajine, an avocado and mango salad and pumpkin soup - seasonal produce, well presented and delicious.

We would have loved a reading lamp but this is not something we’ve seen in over 40 days in Morocco.

- decently sized room

- the owner / manager changed in September. The new owner / manager is a Chinese lady, who is still getting familiar with the city - so not much insights given. - the location is 5 minutes inside the Medina - fairly convenient to grab a cab, need to walk 20-30 minutes to sites in the Medina - Be aware that this is an open riad environment, so to the extent people are talking in the patio you will hear them. Was not a problem at night, but if you want to lay down for a nap duirng the day, likely to hear others.