Riad Alena

Location: 35 Rue Derb Jdid, Marrakech, ma

Star Rating: 9.6 Stars

Property Type: Guest houses

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 01:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Check-out: 01:00 PM

Amenities & Facilities

• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Swimming pool
• Restaurant
• Room service
• Terrace
• Pets allowed
• BBQ facilities
• Luggage storage
• Express check-in/check-out
• Safety deposit box
• Fax/photocopying
• Tour desk
• Ironing service
• Massage services
• Ski storage
• Private check-in/check-out
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Board games/puzzles
• Concierge service
• Grocery deliveries
• Kid meals
• Outdoor furniture
• Fruits
• Personal trainer
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• Key access
• Food delivered to guest room
• Access to health care professionals
• Face masks for guests available
• 24-hour security
• Broadcast Live sport events
• Cooking class
• Supervised childcare/activities
• Ski storage
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Express check-in
• Free wired internet
• Snack bar/deli
• Golfing on site
• Ski lessons on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
• Water park access (surcharge)
• Beach umbrellas
• Pool sun loungers
• Beach yoga on site
• Spa tub (surcharge)
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Private picnics
• Art gallery on site
• Wine release events
• Pool waterfall
• Exercise/lap pool
• Japanese garden
• Snow sports gear
• Swimming nearby
• Bicycle-friendly property
• Charcoal grill
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Vegetarian menu options available
• Accessible train station shuttle
• No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

• Deluxe King Room

  Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a wardrobe, a safe deposit box and a carpeted floor. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Cleaning products
  • Linen
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Fire extinguisher

• Deluxe Double Room

  Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a wardrobe, a safe deposit box and a carpeted floor. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Cleaning products
  • Linen
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Fire extinguisher

• Queen Room

  Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room has carpeted floors and offers air conditioning, a wardrobe and a safe deposit box. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Cleaning products
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Fire extinguisher

• Deluxe Double Room

  Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Cleaning products
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Fire extinguisher

Guest Reviews

• Dotto Daniele (9/5): - Magnifique petit-déjeuner sur la terrasse de l’établissement. Excellente présentation et produits frais.
• Steven (10/5): It was perfect and incredible value for money. - Very clean, exactly as advertised. I loved it. Cost and welcoming. The staff were so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was amazing.
• Giles (10/5): Highly recommended, what a wonderful place to stay! - Wow what a wonderful place to stay! Fell in love with the awesome crew who took us under their wing for our entire stay, and fed us magnificently. Lots of love to you all and hope to see you next time! Nothing
• Paul (10/5): We were 4 couples- fitting perfectly in the 4 rooms bedrooms.Loved it - great for 4 couples or a family to share - Delightful Riad - lovely rooms and the best food we ate during our stay was at the Riad .Exceptionally friendly and helpful local staff - who spoke very good English.Great location in the Medina.
• Sebastian (10/5): Eine Unterkunft mit Herz, für welche man nur zu gerne wieder nach Marokko reisen würde. - Ausgezeichnetes mit Liebe zubereitetes und serviertes Frühstück. Optimale Lage um das Riad zu erreichen und danach die Medina zu entdecken. Und wenn man eine Auszeit und etwas Ruhe sucht, ist man schnell wieder im Riad, geniesst die herrliche Dachterrasse. Dazu wird eine ein ausgezeichneter Kuchen zum Tee serviert. Äusserst freundliches zuvorkommendes Personal. Hier überflüssige Frage.
• Kate (10/5): -
• Lisa (9/5): A beautiful riad with the most amazing staff - We had a wonderful stay at Riad Alena. By far the most outstanding part of this place is the beautiful staff Mustapha, Abla, Abdul & all. They were so friendly and welcoming and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. I would definitely return Unfortunately we experienced freak weather for Marrakech (first few days) and the place was quite cold and damp.
• Maggs (10/5): Marvelous Medina Stay - Riad Alena is a quiet oasis in the hustle and bustle of the Medina. The staff was absolutely lovely. The breakfasts were delicious and served on the rooftop. Tailored to our tastes and times they were perfect. The riad itself is a beautiful homey space. We instantly felt comfortable there. So unique is the location that meeting staff outside the Medina is a really smart idea. We always felt safe in the area, even after dark. We have no problem with stairs but if you do you should ask for the room on the ground floor. We would highly recommend staying at Riad Alena. The only thing that was bothersome was the smoke from the fireplaces. It was quite cool and rainy when we were there so fires were lit regularly and though they made things cozy, they produced a lot of smoke that lingered and found it's way into the rooms. Maybe it was the wood or maybe the chimneys need cleaning but we did find that the smell of smoke was quite strong at times.
• Sam (10/5): -
• Taylor (10/5): A home from home in marrakech. A true oasis of beauty and magic. - Loved everything about the property. Beautiful decor, fabulous location and wonderful team.
• Adrien (10/5): - Petit déjeuner excellent ! Qualité et propreté de la chambre Accueil
• Lorraine (10/5): -
• Denise (10/5): A tucked away cosy safe place to stay within the Medina - attentive, friendly hosts and great food - This is an oasis in the hustle and bustle of Marrakech, a small riad of 4 rooms, based within the Medina with a cosy roof top for outdoor dining. I travelled with my daughter and felt safe walking around and about from here. The care from the team was exceptional - replying promptly to emails, arranging transfers to the airport, recommending guides/places to visit/hammam spa. Abla cooked for us on the first night and it remains one of our favourite meals, along with the breakfast shakshuka. The whole team though - Mustapha, Abla, Fatima, Abdo made us feel like part of their family and were always happy to help and chat. I'd definitely recommend this if you are looking for somewhere with Moroccan charm, comfort and hospitality. Nothing!
• Lorraine (10/5): Emplacement idéal pour les visites et le shopping, décoration soignée et chaleureuse et petit déjeuner très copieux et d - La décoration soignée, le personnel au petit soins et le petit déjeuner incroyable le sur la toiture terrasse Tout était parfait
• Laetitia (8/5): Beau séjour - Jolie chambre, lit confortable, excellent petit-déjeuner sur la superbe terrasse. Très bon emplacement à deux pas d'un point de pick-up pour divers tours et proche de tous les spots touristiques de la médina. Rue calme et riad facile à trouver. Staff très gentil, merci à Mustapha. Chambre très humide, spécialement quand le temps est pluvieux et manque d'intimité car située au rez de chaussée et donne directement sur le salon commun. En général, on a trouvé le prix trop cher par rapport à la qualité du service et des prix à Marrakech.
• Jo (9/5): -
• Mark S (9/5): Wonderful stay - Lovely Riad in a great location. Room was a good size and beautifully presented and we slept exceptionally well in the very comfortable bed! . Staff were delightful, happy and chatty. The Riad was perfect to relax and unwind in after a mad day in the souks! Would highly recommend. Nothing
• Daniel (10/5): Quando retornar a Marrakech quero me hospedar nesse Riad! - Localização! Funcionários! Limpeza! Aconchegante! Café da manhã delicioso!Tudo perfeito nesse Riad! Estão de Parabéns! Tudo Perfeito! Nada a reclamar.
• Terri (9/5): We had a great stay, all the staff were super friendly and so helpful, a credit to the Riad. - Location very good, staff fantastic, food excellent The weather was very cold while we were there and there was nowhere to eat inside the Riad. Some people may be put off by the lack of a bathroom door.
• Julie (9/5): A little gem in Marrakech! - What a delightful stay we've just had at Riad Alena! Booked several months ago after seeing a review in The Times in England, we had lots of contact with the Team, who helped us organise a wonderful itinerary to explore the best of Marrakech, including a cookery lesson too! Riad Alena is a real gem, a haven, steeped in tradition, superb food, and friendly, attentive staff. Thank you to Louis, Mustapha, Abdul, Abla and Fatima for helping us to have a wonderful holiday. Nothing, everything was perfect!
• Suzana (9/5): Home away from home, happily situated inside the Medina, yet quiet and safe. - The location is perfect, the staff went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was memorable, and the fact that the Riad is small makes it truly feel like home! The one caveat about the rooms is that they are a little dark! Other than that, they were spacious, comfortable and clean!
• Irene (10/5): A wonderful relaxed stay at Riad Alena. Thank you to Mustapha and Abdoul! - Mustapha and Abdoul were wonderful couldn’t have done more. The food was delicious and sitting and eating out on the roof terrace was lovely really peaceful after a busy day. Room was smaller than expected.
• Daniel (10/5): Parabéns ao Riad ! - Riad maravilhoso! Quartos e banheiros limpos, decoração linda. A localização perfeita! Todos nos receberam muito bem , nos sentimos em casa! Café da manhã delicioso todos os dias! Apenas 4 quartos , silencioso para dormir! Tudo Perfeito! Gostamos de Tudo!
• Thomas (9/5): - Great central location, good base for exploring (and quiet). Delicious breakfast and the staff are very welcoming. The courtyard and roof terrace are beautiful!
• pietrini (2/5): - la colazione era buona e abbondante ma veniva servita in terrazza sul tetto sotto una tettoia e siccome pioveva e faceva feddo era una situazione sgradevole anche perchè dalla tettoia filtavano gocce di acqua. la posizione per visitare la medina è buona. la mia stanza non aveva una finestra, era buia fredda, umida e sporca, c'era solo una finestrella nel bagno che al posto della porta aveva una tendina inoltre non c'erano nè gli accappatoi che le ciabatte. inutile che era parecchio fatiscente. il condizionatore non funzionava e dopo esserci lamentati è stato riparato al terzo giorno di soggiorno, nel frattempo io e i miei amici ci siamo comperati due stufette elettriche per ripararci dal freddo e dall'umido ma, anche se avevano poca potenza facevano continuamente saltare la corrente. alla fine hanno pure preteso 100 € per la pulizie ( 10 € al giorno per camera) anche se sulla prenotazione presso la vostra agenzia tale servizio non era a pagamento. dopo breve discussione e a causa della poca padronanza della lingua abbiamo preferito pagare ma saremmo grati alla vostra agenzia se riuscisse in qualche modo a farsi rimborsare tale somma. preciso che sono sicuro che la biancheria non è mai stata cambiata in quanto all'arrivo sul lenzuolo c'era una piccola macchiolina, che non dava fastidio, e c'era anche quando siamo partiti. ci era stato detto che potevamo prendere l'acqua al costo di 2€ a bottiglia, ne abbiamo prelevate 7 e il conto è stato di 25€ totali. il costo del tasferimento dall'aeroporto ci è costato 35€ quando con un normale taxi ( ne abbiamo presi circa 6 al giorno ) il csto era di 10€ compreso il trasferimento dal riad all'aeroporto il giorno che siamo partiti. insomma per concludere ci siamo sentiti un pò taglieggiati e per tutti i motivi che ho sopra predetto sconsiglio assolutamente tale struttura.
• ADNAN (10/5): Home away from home but with a twist!!! It was a treat and felt spoilt! - The breakfast was amazing and the whole ambiance and feeling and the staff - it felt like a home away from home! Nothing!
• Kylie (10/5): -
• Verity (10/5): -
• Hannah (10/5): Lovely stay in a beautiful riad with great staff! - Beautiful riad in a perfect location (though easy to walk past on first visit!) the breakfast was delicious and the staff super friendly. The riad was truly lovely and beautiful, however it is small so if you are looking for more vibrancy then it may be quiet. But for tranquility and high standards, it's perfect
• Teresa (7/5): -
• Kylie (10/5): Home from home - There’s everything to love about the Riad … the super friendly staff, location, food, decor. Lovely breakfast included which is served on the terrace. Easy to come and go. Highly recommended. Nothing other than the room being quite cold (I was here in December).
• Peter (10/5): A little haven of tranquility, and a perfect place to relax after a busy day. - Breakfast was an appetising traditional Morrocan breakfast served on the roof terrace. Staff were all lovely and contributed to our enjoyment. Very much a temporary home from home. The riad is quiet and peaceful in contrast to the bustling Medina outside. Nothing comes to mind.
• COLIN (10/5): True customer delight. - An outstanding riad for comfort, cleanliness, great food and location. The staff are utterly delightful and ensure your stay is ideal. A must when visiting Marrakech. Too short a stay!
• Pamela (10/5): - This Road had a personality all of its own. Beautifully decorated, friendly and a home from home experience
• Heike (8/5): - Die Lage war fantastisch, die Ruhe im Riad wunderbar, das Personal aufmerksam und sehr liebenswert, das Frühstück super! Das Riad ist wunderschön eingerichtet. Das Zimmer war sehr klein und es gab keinen Schrank und keinen Platz für den Koffer. Es gab keine Türe zum Bad / WC, was gewöhnungsbedürftig ist
• Karen (9/5): Fabulous spot for discovering the medina and warm and welcoming with such comfortable beds - Welcoming and comfortable Only that I couldn’t stay longer!
• Bjarke Piault (10/5): - Fantastisk lille oase midt i byen 😊 Hamid var en fantastisk vært. Sød, rar og imødekommende.
• Henriet (10/5): Un havre de paix dans la tumulte de Marrakech. - Nous avons tout aimé, l'accueil et la gentillesse de l'équipe, l'aménagement intérieur du riad, sa localisation, les services proposés. Un ensemble de petites attentions chaleureuses et le charme de la décoration. Sincèrement rien ne nous a gêne.
• Luís (9/5): - The staff was simply great! Hamid, Abdul and Abla - great hosts that made our stay very very special! The breakfast and location, were also incredible!
• Judith (10/5): Beautiful surroundings, perfect location and amazing staff. - The location and staff Nothing!
• Rachel (10/5): Exceptional - Riad is spotlessly clean. Breakfast exceptional. Fresh and delicious. Staff amazing, helpful and nothing was a problem for them. Abdul was always on hand to help arrange trips and taxis. Because the Riad was authentic. Our room was on little snug.
• Cristina (8/5): Very good -
• Matthew (8/5): Beautiful and quiet little riad - Nice design, great staff that were very attentive. The riad is very quiet and peaceful. The room we had was on the ground floor by the door. This made it subject to hearing all comings and goings from the riad. This room is also very dark and not well ventilated, it felt a bit like a cave. Would avoid this room.
• Alex (10/5): Fantastic - Everything was great, Abdu was very helpful and we had the most fantastic dinner on the rooftop, just us, far from the crowd. So delicious. I would suggest just a little more variety for breakfast
• Wendy (10/5): Loved it! - Very small, only four rooms, quiet, cool and very peaceful. But the best part was Abdou, who was so caring and helpful. And as a woman traveling alone, I felt totally cared for. He was the best and made my stay so wonderful
• Nikolina (10/5): Exceptional - I absolutely loved everything about this place. The location is perfect—right in the center, yet peaceful and quiet. The rooms are beautifully stylish, and I really enjoyed the art throughout the Riad. Breakfast was delightful, and the entire team was incredibly friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended!
• Kirsty (10/5): Exceptional - Breakfast was delicious. Location is excellent. Bed was super comfortable.
• Min (9/5): Brilliant - I loved staying at Riad Alena! The airport shuttle was a breeze – the driver was very nice and shared lots of great recommendations on the way to the riad. Breakfast was fresh and delicious, and the terrace overlooking the king’s gardens in the morning was wonderful. All the staff were incredibly helpful and lovely. The location was brilliant – I could walk to all the major places. It’s a small riad, so the room was a bit compact, and there was no door between the room and the bathroom, which could be awkward.
• Chris (10/5): Exceptional -
• Peter (9/5): Very peaceful with attentive staff. Will book again - Location. Central but very quiet
• Kathryn (9/5): Fantastic location, lovely staff, nice rooms, incredible food - huge thanks to the staff - Great location. Good sized rooms. Lovely roof terrace. Amazing lunch on our first day. The food was incredible and we had chosen the road because of this and because it said you get a different breakfast each day but sadly we had the exact same breakfast for three days running. Also beware no toilet door if you are a private couple!
• Dana (10/5): TOP Riad super centrale - Gentilissimi, centralissimo, silenzioso…colazione TOP….assolutamente da consigliare 💪 staff disponibilissimo! Tutto SUPER
• Jenny (10/5): Exceptional -
• Andrew (10/5): We had a wonderful stay and will be back! - Central location, as shown on the web, super comfortable beds, very clean, excellent hospitality and amazing food.
• Zülbiye (10/5): Exceptional - I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. It is a small and beautiful riad in Marrakech. The entire staff was super friendly and helpful in every way. The breakfast was delicious, and the view was amazing. I loved that I could make myself a delicious coffee anytime. The riad had a lovely family atmosphere. I would like to especially thank Soulaimane, who took care of everything from arrival to departure. I would definitely choose to stay at this riad again in the future.
• Karen (8/5): Such friendly staff, comfy, cosy and amazing breakfasts! - Fantastic location, in the medina but only just. So it’s easier to get your bearings. The room didn’t have a lock on it. I was given one when asked though.
• Aleim (10/5): The Riad was perfectly located and was spotless. The staff was extrey attentive - The breakfast was great. Freshly squeezed orange juice and coffee along with yogurt and eggs & Moroccan delicacies. The location was perfect. It's not too deep in the Medina and enabled quick entry and exits. I liked everything.
• Amy (10/5): Exceptional -
• James (9/5): Amazing Riad with a wonderful host and great location for exploring the Medina - A charming 4 room only Riad. Host and staff were super friendly and helpful. Felt like I was staying in someone’s home as a treasured guest. Breakfast is amazing, pure traditional and home made delights! Each morning I ate on the cosy roof terrace. Location is just inside the Medina with parking (paid) nearby. Main area is 5 mins through the winding alleyways 😄 Quite at night 👍🏽 That I had to leave!
• Maddox (10/5): Amazing - highly recommend! - Amazing little spot, right in the middle of the medina. Staff were incredibly helpful (helping us book great tours/trips and restaurants every night) and preparing amazing food. Highly recommend the dinner in the Riad one night too. Thank you for an amazing time. For light sleepers, the Riad is quite small so it is possible to hear people moving around. However, not much of a problem and if it is, I would advise taking one of the rooms upstairs
• Rodriguez (10/5): The place was well located, clean and the staff was amazing. Also met the owner we was very nice. - Location, cleanliness
• Michael (10/5): A stunning little Riad with impeccable interior design in my favorite part of the Medina - This was such a stunning little Riad. Very chic decor. Very easy to access, in my favorite part of the Medina. I have stayed in 5-6 different Riads in Marrakech and 10-12 in Morocco and this was by far my favorite. I liked everything
• Ajlan (8/5): Very good - Souleiman and Abla were great staff, very helpful and kind. Breakfast was amazing. Location was very good. Decoration of the room was nice. Room was a little small.
• Lamia (10/5): Exceptional -
• Mark (10/5): AH-mazing. - Riad Alena exceeded all our expectations based on the style of the venue, the lovely staff, insane breakfast and the owner Louis friendly approach and helpfulness with other referrals in Marrakech. We will 100% be going back.
• Justine (9/5): I will certainly like to return to Riad Alena on my next visit to Marrakech. - Riad Alena is a true gem, excellent location, friendly staff, you feel safe and secure also, a good wifi. Louis makes you feel at home, the staff Soulaimane and Habla are very accommodating and kind. The breakfast is delicious you have the choice to eat on the beautiful terrace. You are also offered in the lounge tea, coffee and water to help yourself and Bagheera the dog is wonderful. Thank you for a pleasant stay. Overall I was very happy, thank you.
• Michelle (10/5): We really enjoyed it, staff made it easy to do everything and the food was fantastic. - Staff was super helpful and kind, and the breakfast was amazing! Loved all of it, no complaints!
• Muhammad (9/5): Abla’s kitchen and her hospitality during our stay- amazing breakfast and service. - Very cosy and clean, well maintained Riad Nothing - everything was perfect
• Jane (10/5): A little jewel in the heart of everything. - Divine little Riad, beautifully decorated, steps from El Fenn and - heaven - car access! Louis makes you feel as if you are in your own home, and Suleiman and Abla looked after us so well. Best thing of all were the beds - ridiculously comfortable with gorgeous linens. We’re going back in a few weeks!
• Chloe (10/5): It was a beautiful Riad. Louis and Simon were extremely helpful. Can’t wait to go back -
• Aj300 (10/5): A great experience - Everything was simply great -
• Marking (10/5): Sensational - could not recommend more! - Riad Alena is a true gem in Marrakesh - I cannot fault it. Louis, Soulaimane and Alba could not have been more welcoming and helpful. I visited with my mum and, with only 3 rooms, it feels like you are staying at someones home but with the conveniences of a boutique hotel. The rooms are beautifully designed and the roof top is stunning, overlooking the gardens of the palace. It is in a perfect location, right near the action of the Medina but tucked away so it is very quiet. Alba is an INCREDIBLE cook, the breakfasts were delicious and I cannot recommend more the homecooked tagine we had on the roof - this was the best food we had in Marrakesh by a long way! Soulaimane couldn't have been more helpful - he organised a tour of the Medina for us with Mohammed (which I would absolutely recommend) and gave us other recommendations in the city. Louis was a fabulous host, sorting out our reservations and even organising a pool day for the end of our stay. This Raid deserves a 11+ out of 10! Nothing.
• Miguel (10/5): An excellent Riad to stay in Marrakech - Riad Alena was a great surprise by everything. Very well located, rooms and the entire riad impeccably decorated and comfortable. Louis and Souleimane were very efficient hosts in dealing with our requests and extremely friendly. Excellent breakfast on the roof top. I would not hesitate to come back and recommend it to my friends without a doubt.
• Cross (10/5): This was my first time at Alena and it was truly wonderful; I will stay here each time I return. - Riad Alena is a real gem. I was visiting on business and needed a haven of calm alongside the bustle and fun of the Medina - I found it. Abla (who does the cooking) and Soulaimane are a sister brother team at the heart of Alena, with Asma in support. The breakfasts are wonderfully varied and all home cooking, even jams and bread; the additional evening meals are frankly stunning - the best food I have tasted in Marrakech, by far. WiFi was fast, beds/pillows are sumptuous and the rooms gorgeous. Life on the terrace was ideal - I could work, take in some sun and light the fire as the evening cooled. Excellent value for money. Really hard to find anything that was not on point.
• Romey (10/5): Friends, Memories (and wedding invites!) that will last a life time. A MUST STAY. 100/10 reccomend. - Where do I begin?! You can draw many parallels with Read Alina to a heaven on earth - however, not only does it bring you close to a group of people that you soon love and would call family, but it holds a kind of mystical magic and the most wonderful vibrancy (both in feel but also design) that no Heaven could compare with. The wonderful staff, Abla (with her Shakshuka that would make Jamie Oliver drool) and her younger brother Sullyman (the most gentle gent of all Moroccan gents!) make you feel at home as soon as you step foot into the Riad. Louis (who you soon realise it the hostest with the mostest & potentially Marrakech’s biggest name on the block) does a FANTASTIC job at making sure you squeeze every bit of magic out of Marrakesh (within whatever the timeframe!) and unfailingly brings the energy from morning through till night. Now, given the place is ran by such incredible personalities, it seems only fitting that the guests follow suit. It’s no exaggeration to say that after just 5 nights (and a fair bit of Vino!!) in the Riad, I’ve walked away with 3 wonderful friends - plus a few wedding invitations! - and memories that will last a lifetime. I couldn't be more grateful to Louis, his team, and the wonderful girls who I ended up sharing my entire trip with. Without Riad Alina, I wouldn't have even scratched the surface of what Morocco had to offer. See ya next time - LET'S BRING ON ROUND 2!

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