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The rooms are clean (I stayed there a few times and have never been disappointed), comfortable and quiet, ideal after a busy day in the souks! Olivier is available most of the day to give you tips and organise a guided tour of Marrakech if you would like one. I also loved the fact that there is an outdoor jacuzzi on the terrace where you can enjoy a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice or a mint tea (the berber whisky! Yummmmy!). Breakfast is delicious and served by the smiley and friendly staff who are always there to help and make sure you get the best!

Forgot to mention dinner is also available on request and Souad, the chef, is a gem in terms of cooking! I definitely recommend the riad for any kind of travellers - young, older, married or single you will just have an unforgettable experience at Dar Najat. Thank you again, I'm coming back soon and with friends this time!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18652 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18544
When the owners are around, you get a chance to exchange ideas and hear more about the country. We really enjoyed the extended breakfast under the Berber tent on the roof terrace, looking out on the mountains. Yummy dinners cooked by Latifa (including veggie) when we were too tired to go out. On the whole, we re definitely visiting again.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18544 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18480 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18480 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18428 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18428 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18368 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18368 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18200
Wonderful host and staff, the owner organised everything for us - restaurants, day trips, hammams, golf. Fatima prepared us several amazing dinners - the quail tagine with apricots and the beef tagine with prunes and almonds are out of this world!

The riad itself is gorgeous, with arches and columns, very clean and tastefully decorated. Was a wonderful escape from the mad bustle of the medina. We stayed in the room on the terrace, so cosy and snug, and with a big comfortable bed that was divine. The roof terrace was precious, hot and sunny, with stunning views of the Atlas mountains.

Can't recommend this riad highly enough for a stay in Marrakech.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18200 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18073 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18073 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17765 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17765 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17448 www.petraroest.nl/images/index0.jpg - made me drool.

The guesthouse has double rooms, rooms with multiple beds, big living room, toilets, showers and medical facilities. Dinner and breakfast are included for the guests.

The guesthouse is run by three brothers (Mohamed, Jamal and Rachid Imerhane). They also helped people plan their treks in the mountains.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17448 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17066
Mohammed guided us through the mountains. He spoke English very well and was very kind and told us everything we would like to know

The food was a highlight: they made us some of the best veggie tagines we've had in Morocco and only wish we'd had longer to savour the peace and tranquility of the place.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17066 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15893
The whole lot is immersed in luxurious vegetation and tranquility. Central (near the Museum of Marrakech) and employing two very welcoming locals.

I know the Ryad as I am part of the family: it's hard to venture into the medina once you're sat in the scented garden with a cup of mint tea, listening to birds singing and to Latifa's and Brahim's tips on their recommended visits, while the hammam is being prepared.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15893 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13927
Ideally based for pedestrians and market lovers due to its central location in the heart of the Medina, just five minutes from the very popular place Djemaa El Fna.

The whole team makes you feel at home: friendly and helpful with good local cuisine.

I particularly enjoyed sauna and massages at the end of day after exploring the city. I am looking forward to going back on October for another break.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13927 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13662
Beautifully restored and decorated with hand-made Moroccan furniture.

A wonderful place to chill out and enjoy the spa, gym and hammam before treating yourself to a fantastic meal freshly prepared.

Owned and run by English expats, the hotel is managed superbly and service is perfect. A gem of a find.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13662 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13138 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13138 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13042
Great to start/end the day with breakfast/dinner on the roof terrace.

The English-speaking manager is extremely helpful and friendly - but professionally discreet as well.

With only six suites/rooms it feels more like being are a pampered guest in someone's home than a client in a hotel!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13042 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12697
A feeling of calm washes over you as soon as setting foot through the door. We didn't want to leave.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12697 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12696 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12696 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12221
It has only three suites and each of them is called with the name of a colour that personalized the decoration.

The staff are very kind. The palace has also a personal shopper who escorted me in the medina where I did some shopping, he helped me to find some original souvenirs really appreciated by my friends.

There is also a superb hammam where you can relax and if you stay at Dar Darma, try the mint tea: it is great!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12221 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11599 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11599