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What a thoroughly charming little 5 bedroomed riad. We stayed in a triple room with 3 single beds which was perfect. The staff are absolutely brilliant, going over and beyond on a daily basis. The riad organised a spa session for us and also a personal tour guide, both fantastic value for money. We ate lunch and breakfast at the riad and both were freshly cooked and delicious.

Stayed in May 2024

The only slight negative was the location - although it was central and walking distance to everything, the last few dark alleys at night could be quite daunting for people. My wife said she wouldn't have felt comfortable walking back alone late at night. Would highly recommend getting your airport transfer through the riad as you would never be able to find it on your own - a sign post from the main road would be good. Would still highly recommend this Road!

The Riad is absolutely beautiful. The breakfast was delicious and fresh, we felt really welcome, staff were lovely and very helpful, the place was very clean and well looked after. There was a cosy feel to the Riad, with only 5 rooms in it.

Stayed in May 2024

Just that I thought the payment had already been processed and at then end of the stay I was told it wasn’t

Clean , very nice staff, and great location

Stayed in May 2024

A little difficult to find. Could do with a signpost from square.

Really friendly staff and very clean rooms. Quiet and air conditioning worked well.

Stayed in May 2024

At night the riad might be hard to find for the first time, but we had no issues as we had mobile data.

Beautiful riad, in a very convenient location. The staff were extremely friendly and attentive, jamal was very helpful and treated us like family. Our room was well equipped, very clean, comfortable and quiet. Breakfast was delicious and cooked fresh for us at any time in the morning. Pastries, breads, juice, coffee and tea. The cooks/cleaners were also very polite. Any taxi’s, bookings, excursions can all be done via the riad which made it so easy. The whole stay we felt safe and at home at Riad Dar Elma. Thankyou :)

Stayed in May 2024

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Jamal, the host, deserves the highest praise for his exceptional service and hospitality. The hotel is beautiful, clean, and complete, and the breakfast served is absolutely delicious. Location is perfect, close to Medina.

Stayed in May 2024

The room we stayed in was located on the ground floor, right next to the communal area (our door opened directly into the communal/restaurant area). A bit noisy at times.

Great location, very close to medina, the staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was brilliant too!

Stayed in March 2024

Really nice place. Comfortable room and very clean

Stayed in April 2024

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Stepping into this riad was like finding an oasis of tranquility in the heart of the bustling city. From the moment we arrived, we were enveloped in a sense of peace and welcomed by a team of the friendliest staff (Jamal, Karim and Fakir). Their hospitality was exemplary, with every need anticipated and catered to with genuine kindness. Special thanks to the 3 of them for making our stay pleasant. The service was impeccable; they went above and beyond to ensure our stay was nothing short of perfect. Every request was met with promptness and a gracious attitude that really set the tone for a delightful experience. The cleanliness of the riad deserves a special mention – it was spotless, well-maintained, and provided a comfortable and hygienic environment that made my stay worry-free. So a big thank you to the cleaners who do an incredible job! Also would like to mention that the beds were incredibly comfortable, ensuring a good night’s sleep every night. In addition to the clean and fluffy bedding. Truly the perfect end to each night. I also particularly liked the indoor swimming pool as it allowed a sense of privacy and its evident that the cleanliness of it is well maintained. We had breakfast at the riad and thoroughly enjoyed it. The cooks were amazing, so lovely and kind. Everything was cooked using fresh ingredients and we were also able to see them cooking which is great reassurance. The food hygiene was very good. Each day there was a different breakfast menu which is great as we got a real feel for the different Moroccan breakfast foods. We absolutely loved the pancakes! Thank you to the ladies who made our breakfasts! The riad itself exuded charm and elegance, with intricate designs and a serene ambiance. It was an unforgettable stay, thanks to the excellent staff who made every moment special. I can't wait to return to this gem in the future.

Stayed in April 2024

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The location is fab near La garden secret and the main market square. Breakfast was fab and enough to start the day right. Thanks to Jamal and Karim for making us feel so welcome and the restaurant recommendations.

Stayed in April 2024

Where to begin. The Riad was beautiful, great location and walking distance to everything. Was a calm oasis away from the bustling souks. However, the main highlight of our stay was the hosts, jamal and karim went above and beyond. Jamal made the Riad special and deserves a pay rise for how incredible he is. One of the most genuine, kind and comfortable human beings I’ve had the pleasure of meeting, and nothing was too much hassle. Karim was also wonderful, and had a great, kind energy and always accommodated our needs. Wonderful Riad but the hosts were the best part. Great breakfasts too and terrace.

Stayed in April 2024

Great service, everyone really helpful and friendly!! Really nice rooftop and small but sufficient swimming pool.

Stayed in April 2024

The Riad is located on a small quiet street that can also be dark and hard to find at the arrival, but the next days we found it without problems. You have to not look that you get lost and act as you know where your going and the small kids wont blend into ur way.

We are 2 romanian girls who wanted to feel the vibe and the culture of the marocan riads. Nights in Marrakesh needs to be spendt into a riad, and we warmly recomand the Riad Dar Elma. Coming inside the riad is another world, a magical feeling of hospitality and kindness. They bake homemade cookies and offee great cozy breakfasts or cook marrocan dinners 🤩. Jamal was the greatest, he was so kind helping us with the luggages to the taxi outside the main street.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing everything was amazing

Jamal was so welcoming and a really lovely host. Nothing was to much! So friendly and a lovely place to stay. The breakfast was great and a good range of time when you could have it. Would definitely stay again

Stayed in April 2024

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Everything

Stayed in April 2024

the shower was a bit broken

we enjoyed breakfast, the room, the kindness of the staff

Stayed in March 2024

The restaurant was amazing

Stayed in March 2024

We had a perfect stay: the location is close to everything, very clean and cozy and welcoming hosts. Would definitely recommend as a place to stay for your trip in Marrakech.

Stayed in March 2024

Nice room, nice staff :)

Stayed in March 2024

I’ve nothing to add as the place exceeded my expectations

I loved everything in this Riad, the room was extremely clean and beautiful , Jamal was very helpful and welcoming , the area was safe and closed to everything , and the breakfast was just exceptional! Thank you Jamal for making our stay unforgettable! We will definitely come back!

Stayed in March 2024

The stay at the riad was fantastic. We were welcomed with tea and Moroccan sweets. The staff was lovely and the place is tastefully decorated. Food was also great as was the spa offer.

Stayed in February 2024

Expect to hear some noise in riads. There is inevitable echo and the sounds of people coming home. In our second Riad le limoune, our room was adjacent to the family home next door and they were enjoying their Saturday night gathering into the early hours. So earplugs recommended!

This is a wonderful place to stay with the kindest, most helpful staff you could wish for. Nothing was too much trouble and my daughter and I just loved our stay. We opted to use their transport which is a good idea if you’re unfamiliar with Marrakesh, as a member of staff will meet the taxi and walk you through the alleyways to the riad. I planned a birthday surprise hot-air balloon ride for my daughter through them, and they were very good at keeping it a secret! And again, accompanied us at 6:30 am to the pick up spot - we wouldn’t have wanted to do that alone. We booked this lovely riad for four nights, but were informed before our stay that we would have to transfer to another riad (owned by the same French couple) after two nights, as they had received a booking for exclusive use of dar Elma. However, we were not disappointed by the second riad, Le Limoune, which has an exceptional terrace. We had a couple of delicious (vegan) Tajine suppers at the Riads during our stay - a great option if you don’t want to be out late or have an early start.

Stayed in March 2024

We booked Riad Dar Elma and got a room in Riad Bagama (which is owned by the same people). Wish that would have been communicated to us in the beginning. The location was a little dingy, but that was with all riads in general.

If you'd like a traditional riad experience, this is the one! Beautiful Riad in the old city of Marrakesh. As known about Morocco, hospitality was absolutely fantastic. Lovely breakfast spread. The staff was amazing and always helpful, at all times. Clean and simple rooms. Big enough for 2 people. Walking distance to all the nearby attractions and you can easily get a cab outside.

Stayed in March 2024

WiFi connection could be better on the 2nd floor

Stayed in March 2024