Riad El Wiam

It’s hard to know where to start with Riad El Wiam. When I saw the images of it online, I knew instantly it was the place I needed to book. From the moment I arrived, it really lived up to every high expectation I had of it - and then some. My taxi from the airport dropped me in the Medina, at a spot close to the riad. Within a minute of arriving, a member of the hotel staff came to meet me and escorted me to the riad, which was a lovely touch. Upon arrival, I was in awe of the interior of the place. The decor and feel is absolutely stunning and grand, with a genuine Moroccan feel. It was beautiful decorated, clean and eye catching. I was then treated to some Moroccan tea and cookies, which were lovely. The room and adjoining bathroom were both big and spacious, with stunning ornate carvings in the wooden details and furniture. The roof terrace was large with a fantastic spot to lounge in the sun, a small pool for cooling down and a sheltered seating area with tables. The staff were incredible throughout. I was served an amazing, plentiful breakfast on the roof terrace each morning and I truly felt like the staff could not do enough for me the entire time I was there. They were wonderful. Marrakech itself is an incredible place, but this riad is a calm, cool and quiet escape, perfectly located in the middle of the bustling Medina. I can’t recommend this Riad and its wonderful staff enough.