Marrakesh
was on my bucket list for many years and one of the reasons was to stay in an
authentic Moroccan riad. Riad Chayma, is an English owned hotel that combines
perfectly the authentic Moroccan hospitality with traditional Moroccan
architecture, making the visitor understand from the very first moment why this
riad stands out among the hundreds in the city of Marrakech.
Location
Riad Chayma
boasts a particularly convenient location, surrounded by the walls of the
Marrakech Medina, but at the same time very close to the new city. The famous
city square, Jemaa el Fna, the impressive Ben Youssef Madrasa, Kotoubia Mosque,
as well as the beautiful Majorelle gardens, are about a 15 minute walk away.
Bab
Doukkala street, where the riad is located is one of the busiest streets of the
Medina. It's a large pedestrian street where someone can find great Moroccan
street food, spices and handmade products at much better prices than in the
shops around Jemaa el Fna.
First impressions
There are
two things that I noticed in Riad Chayma from the very beginning. The first was
the lovely staff that was always smiling and willing to help us with everything
we needed. Upon arrival, they welcomed us with wonderful mint tea, maybe the
best we tasted on our trip to Morocco as well as with countless useful tips
about the area.
The second was that although the street next to the riad was so
busy that it is hard to describe in words, when you enter the riad and close
the door behind you, you are automatically transferred to an incredibly
peaceful environment. My surprise was even bigger the next morning when, in the
heart of one of the most chaotic cities in the world, I woke up from the
singing of the birds that broke the absolute silence that prevailed along the
space.
The Suites
Riad Chayma
consists of 5 beautiful suites, each of which has its own special decoration.
We stayed in the orange suite, which, as its name suggests, is decorated in
tones of orange and blue.
What I loved most in our suite were the beautiful
handmade Moroccan lamps, which give a sweet warmth combined with a sense of
magic into the room! Also, as a very practical person I really appreciated the
king, comfortable bed, which was one of the best hotel beds I've ever slept to!
Breakfast
Breakfast
is served in a lovely area, on the terrace. What I loved in Marrakech was
the wonderful weather that allows you to eat your breakfast enjoying the
beautiful views and the warm sun even during winter months! Breakfast consisted
of mint tea, fresh orange juice, fruit salad, yoghurt, scrambled eggs, Moroccan
crepes and tasty jams.
Facilities
One of the
most beautiful places of Riad Chayma is the courtyard in which we walked
straight out of our room. The courtyard is like a small oasis which is
decorated with beautiful metal lamps,
plants and also a small fountain in the center that makes you feel immense
tranquility. I could sit in this yard for hours enjoying my mint tea, listening the birds singing.
At the edge of
the courtyard there is a small yet beautiful swimming pool, which I would
definitely have enjoyed most if I had visited Marrakech during summer. The roof
terrace, where breakfast is served, is also a great place for guests to relax
on the sun loungers or in the lounge after a tiring day.
Rating
Facilities:
★★★★★
Cleanliness:
★★★★★
Comfort: ★★★★★
Location: ★★★★★
Quietness: ★★★★★
Value for
money: ★★★★★
Internet
access: Free
Breakfast:
Included
Average
price per night: 75 EUR
Contact info
Address: 8
Derb Taabout, Bab Doukkala, Medina, 40000, Marrakech, Morocco
Phone: +
212 524 383 708, + 212 669 483 490
Email:
info@riadchayma.com
Website:
www.marrakesh-riad-maroc.com
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