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About the Hotel

Derb Bouanani N. 13 Derb Dabachi , Ben Salah, Medina Marrakech, Marrakesh, Morocco, 40000

Rooms & Suites

Riad El Arco offers double rooms and suites with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and terraces overlooking the courtyard or city. Rooms include flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and traditional Moroccan decor with zellige tiles and tadellakt finishes. The rooftop suite features a fireplace and access to a small pool. Ground-floor rooms have step-free access.

Dining & Tea

Breakfast is served in the courtyard or on the rooftop terrace. Moroccan dinners (€12.50 per person, drinks included) feature couscous, tajine, and spiced salads. Guests can book a traditional mint tea ceremony upon arrival, prepared with green tea and fresh mint leaves.

Rooftop & Spa

The rooftop terrace has sunbeds, a covered lounge with Moroccan sofas, and a small pool. A Berber hammam and massage room are available for treatments. This is the only smoking area in the riad.

Medina Location

The riad is in Marrakech's Medina, a 10-minute walk from Jemaa el-Fnaa square. Nearby landmarks include the Saadian Tombs (1.5 km), Musée de Marrakech (0.5 km), and Bahia Palace (1 km). Airport transfers cost €15 (daytime) or €20 (night).

Excursions & Staff

The front desk arranges day trips to Essaouira, Ourika Valley, and the Zagoura desert. Staff speak Arabic, English, French, and Spanish. Local craftsmen built the riad using traditional techniques like hand-painted plasterwork.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Large Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Standard Family Room
Max:
4 persons
380 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Double Room
Max:
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre
Marrakesh2700 ft
Airports
Menara (RAK) 5.4 mi
Train
Marrakesh Train Station 2.2 mi
Marrakech 2.2 mi

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Hairdresser
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Solarium
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Make up services

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries
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Location

Derb Bouanani N. 13 Derb Dabachi , Ben Salah, Medina Marrakech, Marrakesh, Morocco, 40000
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Derb Bouanani N. 13 Derb Dabachi , Ben Salah, Medina Marrakech, Marrakesh, Morocco, 40000
Nearby
Gallery
Maison de la Photographie
1700 ft
Museum
heritage museum marrakesh
1100 ft
Place Ben Youssef
Musee de Marrakech
1600 ft
Museum
Museum of mouassine Douiria Derb el Hammam
1900 ft
Gallery
Dar Bellarj
1900 ft
Museum
Musee Boucharouite
600 ft
Rahba Kedima Square
1300 ft
27 Rue des Banques Kennaria
Aromatimri
1400 ft
Place Ben Youssef
Ali Ben Youssef Mosque
1700 ft
Restaurants
Stalls in the Square
1300 ft
Jemaa El Fna Medina
Cafe Des Epices
2200 ft
Place Rahba Kedima
Canvas Bistro
300 ft
N64
Pizzeria Jannat
800 ft
Restaurant
Cafe Dabachi
600 ft
Derb Dabachi Medina
Kech Food
900 ft
Rue Sidi Boulaabada
Restaurant Andalous
800 ft
102 Rue Dabachi Medina
Restaurant Berbere
800 ft
Rue Derb Dabachi
Cafe Snack Chinguitti
1500 ft
107 Derb Rahba Lakdima A coté de la place des Epices
Roti d'Or
1500 ft
N_ 55 place ElMoukkef - Hart At Soura -

Family-focused reviews and ratings

Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.
94%
loved it and would return for another family vacation
9.4/10
Perfect
Rooms
9.0
Location
9.6
Service
10.0
Dining
9.2
Guest reviews
9.4/10
based on 5 reviews
9.0
9.0/10 based on 452 reviews
Lee
United States, September  2024
9.0/10

The staff was amazing! Always helpful and friendly. Breakfast was delicious-especially the fresh orange juice. The location was perfect.

Rooms
8.0
We didn't spend much time in our room, but it was clean and comfortable.
Service
10.0
The staff went above and beyond to help us arrange taxis and even got breakfast ready early for our departure!
Location
9.0
Quiet location within the Medina, easy to walk to main roads.
Dining
9.0
Excellent breakfast, fresh and tasty. The fresh fruit and orange juice were top notch!
Facilities
5.0
We didn't use the spa or rooftop pool but they looked nice.
Katherine
United States, July  2024
10.0/10

My friend and I had a wonderful time. The riad is beautiful, the staff is super friendly, and the location is perfect. Breakfast was great, the rooftop was amazing! Will be back!

Rooms
9.0
Beautiful and clean rooms. We had everything we needed.
Service
10.0
Everyone was super helpful and friendly, going above and beyond to make our stay great.
Location
10.0
Super central yet incredibly quiet. An oasis of calm in the middle of Marrakech.
Dining
10.0
Delicious and abundant breakfasts. We also had dinner one night and it was superb.
Facilities
5.0
Beautiful riad with a lovely rooftop terrace and a great spa (though we didn't use the spa this time).
Leonard
United States, May  2024
9.0/10

Great little Riad! Friendly staff, delicious breakfast, and a super convenient location. Clean and comfortable room.

Rooms
9.0
Modern, clean, and well-maintained. Housekeeping was excellent.
Service
10.0
The staff were incredibly kind and cute, even when we arrived late.
Location
9.0
It's in the Medina, but quiet and easy to find taxis from.
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was good, better than many other Riads we've stayed in.
Facilities
8.0
No complaints!
Jimmy
United States, May  2024
10.0/10

Wow! Hafet and the team were very nice. The riad was a beautiful oasis of calm in the bustling medina. Breakfast was amazing! I'd happily return.

Rooms
10.0
Clean, cool, and well-maintained rooms with great AC. Little touches like daily water and fresh fruit were amazing.
Service
10.0
Hafet and the staff were unbelievably helpful and friendly-they went above and beyond.
Location
10.0
Perfect location-right in the Medina but surprisingly quiet. Easy to get taxis and tours from.
Dining
10.0
Plentiful and delicious breakfasts!
Facilities
9.0
The rooftop terrace and plunge pool were fantastic escapes from the heat. The spa looked great, though we didn't have time to use it.
Milton
United States, February  2024
9.0/10

Absolutely loved this place! Tastefully decorated, friendly staff, and a great location. Clean and comfortable room. Breakfast was really nice.

Rooms
9.0
Clean and well-maintained with fresh towels every day.
Service
10.0
The staff were super friendly and helpful, and even accommodated my dietary needs!
Location
10.0
Central yet quiet. Perfect location in the heart of everything!
Dining
9.0
Delicious and satisfying breakfasts.
Facilities
8.0
Beautiful rooftop terrace-perfect for relaxing!
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