We loved the hosts. Mohamed and Imad made our experience. They were there every day and every night, serving breakfast, dinner and giving us helpful tips to have the best experience outside the riad. A very personal interaction with each of us. We will never forget them. The place was also a piece of heaven. Quiet, extremely clean and with a few big rooms. We barely met anyone in the common areas.

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We spent 12 nights at the Riad Zaouia 44 as a family with two children (11 and 8). The riad was the perfect place to stay in Marrakech and we would all go back at the drop of a hat. We stayed in the Salon Suite which was large, spacious and comfortable with an excellent balcony overlooking the leafy courtyard. The rooftop terraces were lovely places to relax as well as down in the courtyard, where the temperature was always nice and cool however hot it was out in the medina. The location is also great, not too far from the buzzing Bab Taghzout, where there are plenty of places to eat. Best of all though was the staff. Mohamed and Youssef couldn’t do enough for us, they were always on hand to answer questions or help out, and the kitchen staff provided an exceptional breakfast every morning. Thanks for providing us with a memorable stay in Marrakech!

I’ve been in the riad for a week and the staff is very friendly and working hard for your pleasure! The riad itself is hidden in a small street just outside the marketcentre, you wouldn’t know it was there if you don’t have a map. When you need some shade you can sit outside on the ground floor and if you want to bake in the sun you can just chill on the rooftop. If you are in the mood for some wellness there is a possibility to get massages or a hammam as well, we booked the hammam and it was very nice! I really loved the stay!

Close to a mosque with loud minarettes

The hosts Mohammed and Yusef were extremely friendly and helpful, which made the stay comfortable and smooth. The riad was clean and we liked the option to sit in the shade downstairs or the sun upstairs. The room was nice and clean too, although cold in the evenings so bring a jumper! Breakfast was simple but good. While not in the very centre of the medina we found the location good - 15/20 min walk to the centre, taxis could be picked up two minutes away and would drop you right back outside the riad door. There was a bank/ATM about 5 minutes away too.

The rooms did get cold, particularly in the evenings. It might be nice to provide some disposable slippers as the floor is very cold and consider little heaters.

Beautiful building inside and very comfortable room. The decor is very minimalist. It could use some more touches here and there to lift it up to a perfect and ideal spot. Nice roof terrace and good location in the north of Medina - close to the soeks and a “ real “ less touristy part of town. Very quiet inside, perfect for sleeping. The hospitality and kindness and high quality customer service provided by Mohamed was very appreciated. Our stay got a “personal touch” and it felt like staying at home with a friend that knows where to join in and when to give guests some space. We got lots of information about the city and safety. And help with arranging a shuttle when other hotel we stayed in just ignored our requests. Very professional.

The Riad’s courtyard is very chilly in winter. It would be better to have breakfast on the roof top ;-) what we did last day. But in summer time this must be a wonderful escape from the heat. Also, the room had a heater so it can be warmed up to somebody’s liking.

Super friendly and welcoming staff. Mohamed and the team shared a lot of helpful information already before our arrival and were always available during our stay when we had questions or needed something. The suite is great with an own small courtyard and the bed very comfortable. The riad is beautiful with a nice courtyard for usage by all guests, incl. a small bassin to refresh during summer. The two dinners we had at the riad were delicious and the table nicely arranged at the open fireplace (we stayed in winter). There is also a nice rooftop with a beautiful view, and the riad also has an own hammam that can be booked by guests. We enjoyed our time and felt immediately "at home" thanks to the really fantastic staff.

It can get a bit cold in winter. While an electric radiator was provided in the room, breakfast is served in the courtyard (or the not heated communal space). So for people sensitive to cold, bring a jacket for breakfast ;) The Riad is located a 20 mins walk from the touristic center of the medina, in a more residential (and therefore, authentic) part. We liked this, but people who want to stay directly in the center of the medina should be aware of this. The shower did not get hot twice, but has been fixed by the staff within a few minutes.

The attitude of the staff was amazing! They were really helpful and tended to us when my partner had food poisoning. The inner yard is cozy and refreshing. The breakfast was tasty, even if it missed vegetable options.

The place is understaffed. Mohamed and Yussef are doing a great job, but they don't get a break and backup. We've been there for 7 nights, and they didn't seem to have any time off. The room had no kettle, no fridge and no desk. We did get hot water or cold drinks if we needed it, but we needed to go downstairs. The air conditioning unit would use some maintenance or an upgrade as it barely kept our room at 26 degrees (at the 17 degrees set temperature and max power). Shower/bath water temperature and pressure varied a lot throughout our stay. All in all, the self assigned 4 star rating is not justified. It's more at the 3 star level, it seems like management could certainly invest a bit more

We had a fantastic short stay at this beautiful riad in Marrakech. From the moment we arrived, Mohamed and the entire team made us feel incredibly welcome. They were warm, friendly, and always ready to help with anything we needed. Mohamed went above and beyond, providing us with valuable local tips and even assisting us in arranging a hire car, which made our trip so much easier. The riad also offered a lovely massage service, which was a perfect way to unwind during our stay. Traveling with my young son, I was especially impressed with how kind and accommodating the staff were towards him. It made our experience even more memorable. The breakfast each morning was a highlight—delicious, fresh, and the perfect start to our days exploring Marrakech. We truly enjoyed our time here and highly recommend this riad to anyone visiting the city. Thank you, Mohamed, and the entire team for making our stay so special!

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We stayed at this beautiful Riad during wintertime (mid December), and we had a wonderful and relaxing time. The service was really great, the manager and staff are very helpful and sweet. I could imagine this would be a great place during summer with the little pool and the rooftop facilities. Our two girls (3y and 7y) really enjoyed all the plants in the yard, and our big room, bathtub and own balcony to relax in the afternoon.

The facilities are a bit old. The carpets on the floor and lounge furnitures on the rooftop.

This Riad is definitely beyond your expectation. We've tried three different riads in Marrakesh and they all pretty good, but this one definitely is the best. the booking rate is for sure underscored. All the riads are in the old town and quite hard to find, but this one the car still can be reached out and Mohammod is very helpful to send a lot useful information before. The way to the riad is like a secret garden and get into it you will absolutely love it. It is very quite and beautiful, very cool. the service, the room, the dinner and breakfast are definitely out of 10, we also tried massage which is really a very Moroccan professional way. worth to try. At the end we dont have cash and Mohammod kindly help to pay for us, they are really friendly and there to help. Absolutely the best. If you are still deciding, this raid is definitely worth to try.

there is no 12 of 10 for me to score it.