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SIDI GHANEM, DERB DERRAZ 3, Medina, 40000 Marrakech, Morocco

#9 of 1,139 hotels in Marrakech

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Review score

Based on 97 hotel reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    10
    Best place ever to feel like home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Smara Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing

    We like everything in Riad Aguaviva. We really feel at home. The room was big enough and cleaned every day. Bathroom were also nice. Jana and Simo are incredible. They are so welcoming. I had a big issue with my luggage and Jana was so helpful with us, recommanded us all best places to find what we need, and to find good restaurants. It was always a good time spending chatting with Jana. She gave us really good advices :) Breakfast was also so good! The terrace was also so quiet despite the city. Despite the fact that the streets was too small to get there by car and can be surprising when you arrived the first time, it was really safe even by night and not that far from the center of the city. So if you want some place where to relax and really feel like home, go to Riad Aguaviva. Thank you again for your hearty welcome. We will miss you so much.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Riad Aguaviva: Perfect Oasis
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Mapas Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Riad pool was chilly 🥶 but understandable

    Everything about this Riad is beautiful - smell, sounds, atmosphere. Jana & Simo are warm and super helpful with directions, airport transfers, Recommendations, Restaurants & escorting us to pick ups for day trips at 5am 😄 They made me special Gluten and Dairy free breakfasts and I didn't feel like a bother 🥳 - I've felt this elsewhere 😔 Highly Recommend Riad AguaViva

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Smara Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Jana and her husband was very friendly and give me a lot of information during the check in. The breakfast was amazing and 1 of the days i need to go very early for a trip so they make for me pack breakfast for me. My room was cleaned every day i can’t say noting bad.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional, clean, friendly very close to city centre.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sultan Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - everything was great!

    We had an exceptional stay in Marrakesh and Rhiad Aguaviva was brilliant. Everyone was friendly, super helpful and really made us feel like home. Thank you so so much. Highly highly recommend and we will defo be back :) !! Xx

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    10
    If I go back there, it will be to the same place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sultan Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Some birds living in the Riad are too noisy at 4:00 am.

    This is a very surprising place. The hotel (Riad) is located inside the Medina. From the street, you simply enter a low passage in the wall and after a while you find yourself in a beautiful interior. You won't get there without further instructions. After us, the owner came out to where the taxi stopped. It's a very nice facility. It's very clean. Inside there is silence, only the chirping of birds and atmospheric music can be heard. The hotel owners are extremely nice. At the beginning, you will get all the necessary information on how to get around the Medina and Marrakech, what is worth seeing and where to go to a restaurant. Breakfasts are sweet, very good, consisting of locally made products and fresh fruit. The coffee is brilliant. If you want to experience adventure and feel the real life of Marrakesh, this place is great. A walk, among blacksmith forges with burning fires, tailoring shops, stalls, donkey carts and mopeds, will take you to the main routes of the Medina in 15 minutes. We are very pleased with our stay. It is worth using the transport offered by the Riad, the price is low, and the owners will make sure you get to the facility and leave for the plane at the right time.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sultan Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is nothing at all we can that is negative about our stay!

    Incredibly hospitable; beautiful Riad, 10 mins walk to the medina. Jana and Simone are so friendly, they will put you at ease and look after you if this is your first time in Marrakech. The breakfasts were amazing- fresh, sumptuous and hearty for a day of exploring! A special place with wonderful hosts!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    10
    Amazing hosts that made out stay better as 2 ladies we kept getting lost but host reassured us and even took us to main
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Sultan Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was a little out of main square

    Property was exactly as in photos , very clean and hosts were very welcoming everything was on point.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    10
    I recommend this place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Africa Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The location is good (quiet and approx 20-30 minutes walk from all the main attractions etc.), but you have to walk through a bit rough, but safe area of garages and workshops. It's not the most pleasent walk, but you pass it by in 5 minutes.

    The place is very nice: clean, quiet, lobby smells nice. The host is very hospitable and extremely helpful, but the true gem is the resident tom cat - Momo.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Smara Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location, excellent quality services, the hosts they were very friendly and help us with everything we needed during our stay, explained us everything we need to know about the city , even recommended us few local spots to eat and they were amazing. Recommend to visit Riad Aguavia . Breakfast it's amazing 👏

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    10
    Relaxing and comfortable stay in the Medina
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Mapas Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Hospitality of the host was great! Jana’s advice about Marrakech Medina was always accurate. She has a lot of knowledge about Marrakech, for example, where to eat when you want to enjoy alcohol, where to buy perfume in a good price, or how much should we pay for a scarf at the souk. The location of the Riad is also very good for a traveler who wants to walk around the Medina. We can go anywhere in the Medina in 30 minutes on foot. Inside the Riad is beautiful and quiet, and is very good for a relaxing stay.I was very surprised that, outside to the Riad is very hot while inside is very cool and comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    10
    It was fantastic. Welcoming and an oasis.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Baraka Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all

    It was so peaceful. Great location. Very clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Africa Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Truly a flawless stay. A gorgeous riad, with excellent attention to detail! Attentive and friendly hosts, who made us feel at home; nothing was too much trouble! Jana even went to the trouble of cooking gluten-free breakfasts for my coeliac friend. Can't recommend Riad Aguaviva enough!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    10
    Amazing Riad
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sultan Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    NOTHING!!!!! Everything was absolutely amazing!

    I had the pleasure of staying at Riad Aguaviva, and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations. From the moment you step inside, you feel right at home in this beautiful, fragrant abode, where tranquility reigns supreme thanks to the incredibly friendly staff, Jana and Simo. The entire house is beautifully decorated, impeccably clean, and filled with delightful scents. The location is perfect for a peaceful getaway, with absolutely no noise from the street disturbing the serenity. Jana is incredibly knowledgeable about all the best restaurants and shopping options in the area. If I could rate this accommodation more than 10 out of 10, I would do it in a heartbeat. Thank you all so much for the wonderful experience, and I hope to return again someday.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    10
    Lovely riad run by amazing people
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Smara Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The riad, staff, breakfast and location were all superb :)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sultan Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing :-)

    When we stepped through the door we felt right at home. Jana and Simo were very welcoming and enthoustic. The athmosphere in the riad was great. Very relaxed. The facilities and breakfast were great. Thanks again!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    10
    Amazing hosts and genuine environment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Mapas Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was an amazing, wholehearted and heartwarming experience, we enjoyed the atmosphere’s relaxing and peaceful features while being very close to the lively life of the Medina. We’re extremely grateful.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    10
    Thank you so much! I definitely recommend this authentic place to everyone whenever staying in Marrakech!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Sultan Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is perfect and super accessible to all touristic attractions! Riad itself is super clean and I don’t find a thing that was unpleasant! Breakfast is really rich and nutritious! On the last day we went on a day trip and they even kept out luggage at Riad which really made our day definitely better!

    First of all, the staff was super friendly with so many useful information and super friendly welcoming! She was so enthusiastic… I travel a lot but I rarely see someone in this field like her! Thank you so much for making our stay so comfortable!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    The most beautiful Riad there is! And top hosts!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Sultan Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing!

    Everything was just exceptional! Absolutely amazing Riad with wonderful host (Jana and Simon). Delicious breakfast, specious clean rooms, beautiful pool surrounded by plants and paintings, everything is just amazing. I would give it 100 starts if I could! Jana and Simon - thank you so much for looking after us!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    10
    Excellent experience, great place, fantastic service (and it can be gluten-free)
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Mapas Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The place might be hard to find and access, so my advice is to consider taking an airport transfer organised by riad. Please also note that after a visit in Riad Aguaviva your next stay in any other place will not be the same. This is a place that sets the bar so high for others, that you might find all of your future vacation locations disappointing after you'll compare it to Riad Aaguqviva. ;-)

    The place is absolutely perfect. It's a heaven on earth. Look no further, book it immediately (You'll thank me later). A small riad (6 guest rooms) with plenty of space to sit, talk, drink, play boardgames and enjoy the evening (or the whole day). It's an oasis of peace and relax. Smells and looks beautifuly. You'll want to stay there forever. (And they have a small, funny, cute kitten that loves to play) Look The Riad is truly beautiful. The whole place and each part of it is stunning. The attention to details is amazing. You can shoot hundreds of photos in the Riad as each corner, wall, picture, sculpture, furniture is a piece of art. Amazing! Breakfast Continental one but you'll not be hungry. It is delicious, sweet (jams, honey, pancakes, omlette, fruits, etc.) served on the terrace in enclosed part with A/C and heating, so if it is chilly in the morning it is still comfy and cosy Diet We have celiac, lactose intollerant and other restrictions. And they matched all of our dietary requirements, even exceeded the expectations. This was a gluten-free heaven! The gluten-free options for each breakfast were made to match the regular breakfast. It was never the case, when the GF breakfast was missing anything. The GF versions were even better that regular ones. We've had the GF toasted baguette, GF fresh moroccan bread, 2 sorts of GF Moroccan pancakes - all of this for a single breakfast! Rooms Each of our 3 rooms had it's own unique style. Cleaning: daily. Beds: comfortable, A/C unit: individually controlled. Bath: clean, nice. Toiletries, towels: great. Rooms: not big, but it ok since living in riad encourages you to use the (amazing) common space more Owners I have never met such a fantastic service in any place, ever. It amazed me every day. The attention to details is unbeatable. Reach the stuff with anything and they are able to help you. They know the city, tours, maps, things you can buy, etc.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Smara Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Amazing experience. Riad very well maintained, clean and strategically located. The owners Jana and Simon super friendly and helpful on giving us all the tips to get the best from our staying. Every morning a different breakfast, brought by Simon, super tasty, made with fresh products and super filling. Highly recommended to whoever likes to enjoy the essence of this beautiful country. Thank you and keep up the good work!🙂👌👌

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    10
    Perfect stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Sultan Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything is perfect, highly recommended.

    Riad aguaviva is everything and more. The pictures don’t do justice. We were welcomed like family and have felt us at home since the first moment.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    10
    Peaceful Moroccan Riad With Very Friendly Staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Africa Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing!

    - Jana and Simo were so friendly and helpful, they went out of their way to make sure I had a great time in Marrakesh. - The Moroccan style of the Riad was very authentic and peaceful. - The location was very good, just a 20 min walk from the main square. - The Wifi connection was good, I had no issues working from the roof terrace during the day. - The rooms were cleaned every day and fresh towels and bed linens were provided.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Smara Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hannah and Si Mo made this stay remarkable. We were a bit in shock when we arrived to Marrakesh but they very quickly comforted us and show all best tricks and places to see I loved freshly made breakfast especially the bread with onion

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sultan Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Jennah (hopefully I’m spelling it right) was absolutely fantastic. She took care of us very well since the moment we arrived to the moment we left and gave us amazing tips. Breakfast was great and the staff was very kind and professional. Our room was gorgeous and bed was very comfortable. Highly recommend!!

    Stayed in January 2024

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