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72 Riad LivingvsDar Zemora
Both hotels are endorsed by experts. Overall, Riad 72 ranks marginally better than Dar Zemora. Riad 72 has a TripExpert Score of 82 with accolades from 8 publications like Frommer's, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
72 Riad Living
Insight Guides
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Independent
Michelin Guide
72 Arset Awzel, Bab Doukkala, Medina, Marrakech, Morocco
From $197/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Insight Guides "This hip boutique riad evokes all the splendour of traditional Moroccan design and architecture, but with perfectly judged modern twists."
Lonely Planet "Like a kaftan-clad supermodel on a Vespa, the 72 defines jet-set chic." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This stylish Italianowned riad is very Milan-meets-Marrakech. The house is traditional but the black-and-white colour scheme and sleek furniture all imported."
Rough Guide "This Italian-owned riad is sleek and stylish, with sparse but very tasteful modern decor, palms and banana trees in the courtyard and its own hammam."
Frommer's "Intimate and exclusive with just three rooms and one suite, this slinky Italian-run riad is a temple to minimalist chic." Full review
Afar Magazine "Riad 72 is laid out in traditional riad style, with a big rectangular central courtyard (complete with banana trees), flanked by rooms on each side."
The Telegraph9.0
"A hip hideaway in the historic medina where Italian photographer Giovanna Cinel brings a dash of Milanese moda to a traditional Moroccan riad, complete with secluded courtyard, hammam and a rooftop plunge pool." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Wrapped around a central courtyard brimming with banana trees, Riad 72 hotel is an art-school version of a traditional Moroccan house in Marrakech's medina district." Full review
Independent "Milan meets Marrakesh in the 13 rooms and sublime roof terrace...riad features Italian decorative touches to go with its plush, soft Moroccan fabrics and, in some rooms, original cedar wood ceilings."
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Dinner is served in the gorgeous courtyard patio (book ahead).
Michelin Guide "We liked it well enough when it was just a single small four-bedroom house, but 72 Riad Living is proof that riad hospitality can scale up without losing its essential charm" Full review
Dar Zemora Frommer's Rough Guide
Fodor's The Telegraph Mr & Mrs Smith
Rue el Aandalib, BP 12013, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
From $249/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Paul and Lindsay Kentish's discreet boutique villa is a perfect retreat from the dust and hustle." Full review
Rough Guide "This British-owned luxury villa, stylishly embellished with a mix of traditional and modern features, has a pleasant garden with a pool, a masseur on call and a view of the Atlas mountains."
Fodor's "The unpretentious charms of this country villa will ease your guilt about staying in the Palmery and possibly seeing less of Marrakesh." Full review
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For complete privacy or family stays, the self-contained pool pavilion has two bedrooms, a shared lounge, and private pool.
The Telegraph8.0
"A small, luxurious guesthouse set in a private villa with just four rooms in the main house, and an independent two-bedroom pavilion in the gorgeous three-acre garden." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Cosy up to your private stone fireplace flanked by richly hued rugs and clean-lined leather armchairs at Marrakech boutique hotel Dar Zemora." Full review
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It’s difficult to tear ourselves away, but as the sun begins to set, we ask for a cab and make our way to Marrakech’s bustling Medina.
