Riad Talaa 12vsRiyad El Cadi
Both hotels are rated highly by professionals. Overall, Riyad El Cadi scores significantly better than Riad Talaa 12. Riyad El Cadi comes in at 81 with accolades from 7 sources such as Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
Riad Talaa 12
12 Talaa Ben Youssef, Medina, Marrakech 4000, Morocco
From $145/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Air Conditioning
Fodor's
"This achingly trendy temple to modernist riad chic is in the middle of the medina." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A contemporary, eight-room riad, it is decorated in a simple and uncluttered, yet appealing style."
The Telegraph
8.0
"Eschew the heavy hand of history at this modern medina bolthole near the Marrakech Museum, with eight airy suites surrounding an aromatic courtyard garden and a hammam fed by a thermal spring." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Romance-seekers will find many cosy corners at Talaa 12 hotel in Marrakech, an intimate retreat with a sunny courtyard and ornamental pool." Full review
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Just ask for the Marrakech Museum or the Ben Youssef Mosque, and you’re there.
Riyad El Cadi
87 Derb Moulay Abdelkader, Dabachi, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
From $129/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"A ten-minute walk from the Medina's central square, Riyad El Cadi is made up of seven traditional houses."
DK Eyewitness
"A rambling maze of a riad, it is made up of eight connected houses. It’s a beautiful place to lose yourself – admiring the collected Islamic art along the way."
Rough Guide
"The former home of a German diplomat who was ambassador to several Arab countries, the El Cadi is embellished with his wonderful collection of rugs and antiques."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A medina within the medina, this labyrinth of five riads offers unexpected delights at every turn." Full review
Afar Magazine
"At Riad El Cadi on the outskirts of old town Marrakech, five of us spent the afternoon touring the spice markets, learning about traditional foods, and cooking a huge feast. " Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"This former ambassador's retreat offers peace and seclusion around the corner from the brouhaha of Djemaa el-Fna." Full review
Frommer's
"Corridors graced with antique Berber kélims lead to light-filled rooms with heavenly beds, Middle Atlas carpets, and objets d'art...the roof terrace and hammam invite total relaxation." Full review