Riad Tara

The riad is great and we felt like at home. The Btissam was very helpful. She arranged a pick up from the train station at 2:30 a.m. and was there for any questions all the time. Breakfast was delicious and so was dinner. The location is on the edge of Medina, but the walk is lovely. We didn’t have any difficulties with finding it, but for the first arrival I would suggest a pick up. We would love to go back.

Hidden and crowded. Difficult to find.

Nice place to relax from the bustle of the Medina, very comfortable. Made all the more enjoyable by the wonderful Petitisane. She will get the job done with efficiency and a smile. A bright light.

Riad Tara served as a great home base for 3 days of exploring Fès. The property was charming and the terrace offered better views of the medina than any "restaurant Panorama" inside it. Day and evening manager Tissam was attentive, pleasant and very adept at co-ordinating our needs. The Sapphire room was spacious and well-decorated, although the bathroom was a bit worn. The chicken tagine we enjoyed in the Riad was the best we had in Morocco.

Very small, shallow pool. Breakfast was quite basic, bread, bread, bread. Rooms a cosy and clean. Not a 4 star hotel but close to main attractions.

I tried to find Riad Tara on my own, but when I failed to and called from a nearby hostel, Btissame was more than happy to come collect me. This was just the first of the pleasantries offered by the staff. She offered me tea on my arrival and told me that Jim, the owner, had upgraded me to a larger room at the same price for my extended stay. How welcoming! Fatiya, the other staff member, is a wonderful cook and I enjoyed three meals at the riad. When I asked Jim where I could arrange a cooking lesson, he and Fatiya offered that I could watch her prepare dinner for the evening. Fantastic! That included a visit to the market to acquire the ingredients. Back at the riad, I stood back and watched her skillfully cook lamb tagine with entrees and dessert. She speaks virtually no English and I speak only poor French, but we managed just fine. A memorable experience! Btissame also arranged an excellent guide for a daytrip to the MIddle Atlas.

Riad Tara is a beautiful riad. The owner and staff were great. We had a really well English speaking lady our first night and she was great to explain the Fes area out to us the best we could understand (over 9000 streets in the Medina). She booked us a guide to take us the next day around the Medina and he was very helpful and kind as well. Just be warned as the workers in the medina really want your business (and I think the guide gets a cut of the deal). We were originally going to have the guide for a half day for 150dh (3hrs) but ended up having him for 4. Another warning with the guide he took us around for 4hrs then after us explaining to him we are travelling on a budget he took us to a resturaunt where it was a 4 course meal for 270dh per person. Then he took off and was done with the tour with us when we had to pay for a full day (400dh). He was worth the tour though as then streets if Fes are confusing. The riad is a bit off the way of the medina but once you figure your way to the medina gate (note not the main blue gate) then into the medina. The riad was great but I was not a big fan of Fes as I didn't feel safe in the Medina.

Great! Wonderful food and great location! Very helpful staff.

lovely place, we were well received,

Riad Tara is managed by a friendly French couple who make every effort to make you feel at home. The Riad itself is a beautiful three-storey house in the Fes Medina, with a large patio where you can keep fresh during hot afternoons. The rooms are large and nicely decorated. The kitchen staff prepare delicious breakfasts in the morning, and are always happy to offer refreshments at other times. The owners are very helpful in suggesting things to do and places to go. Overall, a great place to stay if you are going to Fes.