Riad Tafilag

Right from the start we knew that we had chosen somewhere special. While the streets of Taroudant are a vibrant cacophony of voices, vehicles, and livestock, Riad Tafilag is a quiet sanctuary full of peace and tranquility. My wife and I arrived late in the evening and were greeted by a smiling Brahima who poured us mint tea and provided us with a hot meal (ordered in advance), all served in the central courtyard with the stars above, perfect! There are indoor dining options and aloves throughout with chairs, tables and sofas, but after a chilly Scotland, being able to enjoy the warm air of the Moroccan night was just what we needed! We had a room at the very top of the Riad, with its own spiral staircase. Well presented with a great shower, comfy bed and west facing terrace/balcony across the roof tops of the medina, it was fantastic! Being avid birders we were keen to see what avian delights could be viewed from the balcony the next morning, and even as dawn broke the sky was filled with screaming pallid swifts and swooping little swifts. Bulbuls sang from a tree in the courtyard and house buntings hopped back and forth from the balcony to the roof, all rather good indeed! Naima was ever present at the front desk and could not have been more helpful. Speaking fluent English she assisted us in our quest to find fossils and gemstones, and via the guiding skills of both Mustapha and Tammy we discovered the marvellous 'Amethyst Fossil' man and his incredible collection just outside the southern Ramparts of the town. The evening meals were superb and we particularly enjoyed the veggie tajine. They even had cold beers and wine on offer, which was most welcome after a hot day searching the souks for gifts. Breakfast was just right, with breads, and a very wide selection of jams, peanut butter etc. and most filling. Highly recommended, you will not be dissapointed! Many thanks!!