From the moment I arrived at this Riad I felt I had hit the jackpot! The daily warm welcome of the hospitable staff was very special, my bedroom & ensuite were beautiful, the food was varied and of a high standard, the facilities felt spacious, I loved the terrace for morning & evening meals, the inside dining spaces were beautiful too. The photos don't do the beautiful interior and exterior space justice. I loved staying in the heart of a neighbourhood, mingling amongst local folks going about their daily routines, children on their school commute, others returning from the local Souk family shopping trip or just chatting on street corners. All ages at all times of day, evening & night, walking & motorcycling about. I found the location to be friendly, authentic & entirely safe. The surrounding area may feel run down but the locals are 'the salt of the earth' and only a smile or hello away from making you feel welcome amongst them. They readily reciprocate your interest in them, just a hello in passing on route is all that is required to feel at home. I LOVED my daily commute in & out of the characteristically gentle bustle of this neighbourly area. Once you get into the heart of Marrakech the pace is busy and necessarily slow so I loved the good 20-30 minute stretch of a walk in, with plenty to entertain the senses on route. So much quieter than being in the touristy centre too. A beautiful end of day retreat to this peaceful Riad. It was tricky remembering my route to & from my location because of so many (wonderfully intricate) paths turning left & right but that is all part of the authentic charm of this ancient Medina location. Google Maps was essential for finding my route in & out each day. There are also good Riad speciific signage nearer the final location to guide you in too. Keep your phone charged & you'll be fine.

Personally I didn't have any problems with the narrow foot paths which share the same route for both walkers & motorcyclists into the centre from this location. Shared walking & motorcycling space is characteristic to Marrakech & so too this neighbourhood. The locals are tuned into tourists on foot but if you are of a nervous disposition or unsteady on your feet then this location may not be for you. Personally I loved this as part of the authentic adventure & experience of Marrakech - so different from our very well defined highways!!

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Riad Dar Zampa in Marrakech, and I can't recommend it highly enough! From the moment I arrived, I was struck by the riad's beautiful design and peaceful atmosphere—a true oasis in the heart of the city. What truly made my stay unforgettable was the incredible hospitality. Abdoul, the hotel manager, went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. His warmth, attentiveness, and knowledge of the local area made my visit extra special. He even arranged some fantastic tours for me, which were well-organized and gave me a wonderful glimpse into the beauty and culture of Marrakech. The rooms were spotlessly clean, a testament to the riad's impeccable standards. The food was absolutely delicious—each meal felt like a lovingly prepared experience of Moroccan flavours. And I can’t forget Bella, the sweet and friendly riad cat, who added an extra touch of charm to my stay! If you're visiting Marrakech and looking for a charming, welcoming, and authentic experience, Riad Dar Zampa is the perfect choice. A huge thank you to Abdoul, Bella, and the rest of the team for making my stay so memorable. I can't wait to return!

Had a fantastic stay at Riad Dar Zampa. I wanted somewhere with a terrace that I could sit and do a bit of work from during the mornings and then use as a base to explore Marrakech later in the day - RDZ ticked all those boxes! Lovely authentic Riad feel with great decor and a relaxed, peaceful, and homely atmosphere. A special mention to the staff at the Riad for making my stay extra enjoyable - the place was spotlessly clean, and the food was delicious. (Make sure you eat at the Riad during your stay, the couscous is fantastic!). Abdou is an absolute credit to the Riad - friendly, helpful, always on hand to assist, and most importantly a really great guy to chat with. I had read a few negative comments about the location to the Riad in comparison to some others, however with RDZ being in the Northern end of the Medina away from the main tourist trails it gave me the authentic and peaceful experience I was hoping for. I loved that it was nestled in amongst homes for many local families, and that to get some snacks or drinks I could go to one of a few 'hole-in-the-wall' small shops nearby to practice my very rusty French with the shopkeepers. I can understand some of the comments from people about the area perceptiona little unsafe - but this was far from my own experience. Everybody I met was very pleasant (just local families living their lives!). Yes there's a few groups of kids around who maybe want to make a few Dirham from you by 'showing you the way' to where you're going - but you'll get that everywhere in the Medina. Around RDZ I got the impression the kids just liked practicing their English/French with you and chancing their luck that they might be able to make a little pocket money! Another special mention to Bella the cat. I'm not usually a 'cat person' - but Bella and I were best of friends by the end of my stay!

I don't post these as 'negatives' per se - just for others awareness of some things to consider. - mattresses were a little on the firm side and the beds were a little creaky. - as much as I loved the location, as it's situated outside the main tourist area in a more local area, you're around 15min walk from restaurants in the evening (if you're not eating at the Riad). You're around 35-40min walk to Jemaa el-fna square, but it's pretty enjoyable (and sometimes exhausting) stroll through the souks.

We were looked after by Abdul, who went the extra mile to ensure we had the best stay possible. His service alone was enough to make us feel we would be very happy staying there again. The breakfast was delicious, and the location is an easy 20ish minute walk into the centre. We found it was nice to have the centre within walking distance, but not too close that it was too loud. The room was very clean and was serviced daily.

One of the three single beds was very uncomfortable.

The assistant Manager of the Raid made our trip exceptional. He looked after us all day making sure we had taxis and even walked us to our pickup points. Breakfast was very healthy and plenty of it. The meals were delicious. And the room was clean n comfortable and their cat was gorgeous. Very home like feel.

Unfortunately due to my mobility difficulties I did find it hard not having taxi pulling up outside but this is usual for most raids as they are within the narrower streets giving you a real morrocco experience. I did find the daily walk got easier as we learned the route and Abdul the assistant manager made things much easier by helping us with our bags and ordering our taxis and easiest pick up points.

The staff was so friendly and made us feel so comfortable and safe. We had a great experience because of the staff truly. They helped us know where to go, gave us great recommendations, and offered to walk us anywhere if we felt unsafe. As three young girls we were slightly stressed about our safety in the city. Abdelhak gave us his phone number and walked us places, he also got us a great guide for the first day. We felt so safe because of this. The Riad is also very beautiful! We spent time relaxing on the rooftop reading and drinking tea! The food was amazing as well. We truly could not have asked for a better place to stay! The room was clean and comfortable. I would recommend this Riad to anyone!

Located just inside the Medina walls, in a fairly rough neigbourhood, this Riad is a beautiful calm oasis and a great place to stay when visiting Marakesh. We were given tea and dinner when we arrived late at night and shown our room. The rooms are comfortable and quiet overlooking the courtyard. A continental breakfast was served on the terrace, the food was great and it was lovely eating in the open air. Abdul who looked after us during our stay is such a kind, knowledgeable and caring person and he made us feel really comfortable. On the first day he walked with us part of the way as it's pretty easy to get lost. Would highly reccomend

Possibly only walking home late at night, it's easy to get lost and it's quite a walk from the central square and tourist attractions, the streets are dark. Having said this after the first night we felt much more comfortable doing this and I would definitely stay here again if coming to Marrakesh.

Abdelhak was the most helpful person I’ve met so far. He was very nice and polite and went out of his way to make sure we felt comfortable. He made sure we had everything we need and more. He made our trip 10x better! We also want to thank the women for the delicious breakfast and make sure everything was clean. Thank you again! Armani and Stephan

Rough surrounding area for tourist, but nothing to do with the Riad itself.

Lovely riad with a beautiful terrace, very clean and conformable . Delicious breakfast and very good dinner ( special in the patio or terrace!) Abdoul and Said are the heart of the riad, very kind and ready to help us in everything we needed. The transfer from and to the airport well arranged . Thanks for the beautiful staying

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Excellent breakfast. Quiet environment on the terrace. We unfortunately had a cancelled flight, so we contacted Isabella and she kindly gave us a free meal as compensation despite not needing to do so as we had booked through 3rd party and not directly with her.

Bed was a little hard and pillow on the tall side.