Riad Ben Youssef

Riad Ben Youssef is truly a jewel in Marrakesh ! You could hardly find a better place for such a good price. The place offers a perfectly calm atmosphere in an authentically decorated riad with a pool (you should not underestimate how amazing this is in the hot afternoons of Marrakesh), a peaceful inner courtyard, a rooftop, library, and plenty of other common spaces to chill in. The rooms themselves are incredible, clean, beautiful wooden ceiling, a beautiful bathroom with green tiles, a very confortable bed - rare for riads. Our room had a direct access to the rooftop which is amazing for lighting and to reach the pool directly through the spiral metal ladder. The staff is composed by the kindest people - Hakim, Merwan, and the two kind ladies who I regret not catching the name of. Everyone is very available and helpful. We were lucky to meet the owner, Bernard, who is extremely hospitable and open to talk to, who really embraces the charm of Marrakesh into his property. The location is perfect - in a calm little street near the Medersa and Ben Youssef Mosque. Very central - near the souk. To sum up this Riad is providing the luxurious experience of peace in a big beautiful riad. We stayed in other riads in Marrakesh which were more expensive and nowhere near how good Ben Youssef was. Could not recommend it more !

It is a beautiful historic riad with museum-like qualities. we had a brilliant time there, we loved the many 'lounge' areas inside and outside, the terraces, the tent, the pool, the library, we had a lovely seating area on the balcony outside our room. The room, bed & shower were great. The Moroccan breakfast was abundant and tasty. Hakim and the other staff were super friendly and helpful in every way. The location can not be better with the Ben Youssef Madrasa around the corner, several other sights within a minute walking, and the rest, like Jemaa el Fna, walkable in maybe 10 minutes. For anything else you easily find a taxi at 200 meters. Restaurants, bars and shops are also close by. Very very highly recommended!

Everything was nice. The location was convenient only a 10-15 minute walk to Jemaa El Fna. The Riad was beautiful and the room was lovely. Breakfast was nice too! Hakim and Marwan ensured we had a pleasant stay and helped to provide a printout of our boarding passes, an airport taxi and they answered any questions we had.

The location was superb, as was the pool. It was quite a saviour to have a dip during the hottest points of the day. Hakim and the staff were helpful and very kind, they always did their best to care for us. The Riad is traditional and very beautiful, there are many hidden gems amongst the interiors.

Great location, however it is not accesible by car. But you will not be drop off far from the property. The location is excellent and the room was good. A bit small, but absolutely fine. The breafast is good, and the owner is excepcional. Lots of tips on what to do and what not to do. It is worth the stay just because of him. He made my staying in Morocco a lot better.