Riad MeriemvsHotel Sherazade
Both properties are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Riad Meriem is the choice of most writers compared to Hotel Sherazade. Riad Meriem comes in at 78 with recommendations from 4 sources including The Telegraph, Frommer's and Concierge.
Riad Meriem
97 Derb El Cadi, Azbest, Medina, Marrakech, Morocco
From $95/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"It's especially popular with Americans, many of whom take advantage of Hays's local contacts to do some serious shopping for art and antiques."
Travel + Leisure
"Riad hotels... are popping up at a rapid clip in Marrakesh, so these days a property must truly be distinctive to stand out. Riad Meriem has had no problem turning heads." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A super chic, full-service riad from New York interior designer and photographer Thomas Hays, complete with a heated plunge pool and a spectacular terrace with a ‘tent lounge’." Full review
Frommer's
"New York designer Thomas Hays has created a romantic riad with original artwork, themed rooms (some with large soaking tubs), inviting courtyards, and attentive and friendly staff" Full review
Michelin Guide
"This is a full-service riad hotel, offering not just the basics like airport transfers, a small hammam, and meals from a private chef, but further customizing the guest experience." Full review
Hotel Sherazade
Derb Djama 3 t Riad Zitoun L'Kedim, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
From $52/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Another very popular budget-traveler haunt, this hotel is down a quiet lane within a few minutes' stroll from Jemaa el Fna." Full review
Fodor's
"A series of gorgeous rooftop terraces, stylish tents, and plant-filled courtyards of two conjoined riads beguile you into thinking this is a much more expensive hotel."
Lonely Planet
"Conversation comes easily in this inn off Riad Zitoun el-Kedim... with 23 rooms, sunny terraces, and a mellow-yellow courtyard with a trickling fountain." Full review
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Light sleepers should ask for rooms in the ivy-covered rear courtyard.
DK Eyewitness
"This hotel offers a wide range of rooms, from mini-apartments to Spartan sweat boxes on the roof."
Rough Guide
"Besides a lovely roof terrace, the hotel offers a wide variety of well-maintained rooms in pretty pastel colours, not all en suite."