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"A plant-filled oasis, formerly a palace outbuilding, featuring water elements and fragrant jasmine, plus an attractive on-site restaurant and boutique that evoke classic riad charm and may inspire guests to recreate the aesthetic at home." - Nicola Chilton, Carey Jones
"This formal garden is neatly contained within perfectly kept borders, but the extravagance of mature citrus trees and thick vegetation ensure it’s serenely cool even on the hottest days. To maximize your time here,book a traditional scrub-down in the hotel's pretty hammam before settlingat a table at the famed restaurant here, the Fez Café, fora lazy lunch or dinner—both of which change daily according to the seasons. The Moroccan food is good, but the highlights really lean more to the Mediterranean: maybe a magnificent gazpacho, grilled swordfish steaks with beurre blanc, or a top-grade fillet with mushroom sauce. It’s also one of the few places in the medina where you can treat yourself to a cheeky lunchtime Casablanca beer, a bottle of salmon-pink Moroccan gris (rosé), or a predinner negroni."
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"Visit Médin Art for bold prints and modern spins on crafts like babouches and woven goods, then duck through an unassuming entrance to Le Jardin des Biehn. The hushed courtyard, filled with trees and fountains, is an inviting spot for a drink — or just a brief respite from the medina crowds." - Travel + Leisure Editors
For me this is one of the MOST special places I have stayed. The location is amazing, the gardens are magnificent, each single room is decorated with so much care and detail. But most importantly, the staff could not be nicer, attentive and ready to make your experience at the property truly unique and personal. I could not recommend this hotel more!!
Isabel Byron
Google
Our visit to Riad Jardin des Biehn was outstanding. The owners and staff could not be kinder or more welcoming. From the moment the porters came to help with our luggage, to the staff at the delicious breakfasts and the attention we received with any question we might have had we felt part of the family. The location was excellent, the room was comfortable (each one distinctive and charming) and having outdoor space a treat. The garden is a centering and special spot in a busy city. We highly recommend this riad -- a felicitous and calm oasis.
elizabeth trimble
Google
Our stay at this family-owned riad was wonderful. The design and furnishings are exquisite, and the central garden lush. The cafe/restaurant is a delicious option. Overall the vibe is unpretentious and relaxed. The service was understated yet truly excellent. This is the rare case in which the photos do not do justice to the actual rooms. They are gorgeous. We highly, highly recommend Riad Jardin des Biehn.
olgagV2310PQ
Google
This is a review solely on its restaurant as I did not stay in the actual Riad.|Jardin’s restaurant presents itself as exclusive and pretentious, however the food is very disappointing. The dishes were overpowered with garlic making them unpleasant in taste, the fish did not smell fresh and we were wrong to ignore this as later at night it made me and my family sick. |The vegetable Hassiete (a dish of vegetable products) was definetly not fresh, seemed pre-prepared and was poorly presented.|Extremely disappointing especially due to all its talk in tourist guides.
judithwJ8917KM
Google
We’ve just finished our second day here and we’ve all been thoroughly impressed by the beautiful surroundings, gorgeous gardens, quirky, interesting rooms and deco.|All the staff have been quietly friendly and helpful, working with efficient speed to make our stay the best it can be. |I’d definitely like to visit again and I’d recommend it to fellow travelers.
Stephanie Cushing
Google
This Riad is perfect in terms of location for visiting Fez and its wonderful ancient medina. The gardens are beautiful and the staff caring and considerate. Food in the cafe is superb with a fabulous breakfast included. If you are looking for tranquility, style and comfort this place is hard to beat. Cannot recommend it highly enough - we loved our stay.
Rumon Bruins
Google
I think this is the best place for a stay in Fez, a small paradise in the heart of the medina. I have been to other luxury riads in Fez but this one beats them all, with its paradise garden, the special relaxed atmosphere and very nice staff. Would very much like to come back many times!
Simon Whitford
Google
This Riad is a calm and cooler sanctuary in Fez. Seems to be mostly European and US visitors. The restaurant attracts non-residents in the evening. All the staff are a cut-above and rose early to make sure we had breakfast before we left for the airport - special mention to Elmehdi, Mohamed and Bouchta where were cheerful and friendly at 7am today. The Riad is on the West side of the old town and so handy for walking out of town and to the hills looking over Fez and also to the Royal palace.