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Le GalliavsLe Farnatchi
Both Le Gallia and Riad Farnatchi are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Riad Farnatchi scores significantly higher than Le Gallia. Riad Farnatchi comes in at #3 in Marrakech with praise from 11 sources like Rough Guide, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.
Le Gallia
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
30 Rue de la Recette, Marrakech, Morocco
From $23/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Concierge
- Air Conditioning
Frommer's "Since 1929, this French-run hotel has been a favorite for budget travelers." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Of all the budget options in the bylanes off Rue Bab Agnaou, this is one of the best, with en suite rooms arranged around two charming Andalusian-style courtyards."
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Be sure to book in advance.
Rough Guide "A beautifully kept hotel in a restored Medina mansion, the Gallia has immaculate en-suite rooms off two tiled courtyards, one with a fountain, palm tree and caged birds."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The Gallia maintains the calm and graces of another era with 19 comfortable, air-con/heated rooms with gleaming brass lamps and marble sinks." Full review
Le Farnatchi Frommer's
Fodor's Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness Rough Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Oyster
The Telegraph Show All Reviews
2 Derb el Farnatchi, Rue Souk el Fassis, Qua'at Ben Ahid, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
From $333/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "Chic, intimate, and luxurious... This is one boutique riad where you feel like you're getting what you paid for." Full review
Fodor's "On the souk's northern tip in the oldest part of Marrakesh is this stylish and traditional riad." Full review
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The riad also offers calèche rides, and meals are available on request.
Lonely Planet "Before you describe your dream five-star vacation, Canadian director Lynn Perez and her expert English-speaking staff have already arranged it." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Many medina properties are expanding, including Riad Farnatchi, which was opened in 2004 by British hotelier Jonathan Wix." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Buried deep in the medina, Farnatchi is sheer luxury. It’s an all suite hotel with Philippe Starck fittings and custom-made furniture."
Rough Guide "The suites (there are no ordinary rooms) at this efficient and professionally run British-owned riad are spacious, each with either a balcony, a private terrace or its own patio."
Condé Nast Traveler "Riad Farnatchi’s nine beautifully decorated rooms never let you forget you’re in Morocco, with tadelakt walls, Berber carpets, hand-forged lamps, and handsomely hand-tiled bedside tables." Full review
Star Service "It is rare, even in this eclectic town, to find a lodging that blends contemporary design, modern facilities, and the hospitable service and decor of a traditional riad." Full review
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Pets are permitted upon request.
OysterLuxury
"With the feel of an exquisite private house, but the facilities and service of a renowned luxury hotel, Riad Farnatchi stands out in the middle of the Medina." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Billing itself as a welcoming home with the service and facilities of a five-star hotel, Riad Farnatchi has 10 suites with fireplaces, plump duck-down bedding and Bose speakers." Full review
