Riad Noir D'Ivoire

All around wonderful riad. The staff are incredible, the rooms are beautiful, the bar and court yard are stunning... Food was good and very well presented. I had a great stay. (But ask about laundry prices first, they're comparable to a nice hotel in London or NYC, per piece. A half load of laundry cost me US $57.)

You walk down an old narrow street, there is no name above the door, you ring the bell (thinking where/what on earth have I booked)...|WOW, stepping inside (like a tardis), it took our breath away. Spacious authentic courtyard, with rooms off it. Then, through a doorway into a reading room was a swimming pool with sunbeds (towels provided).|The staff were so friendly and helpful, couldn't do enough for you. We were in the Elephant room and had a balcony overlooking the courtyard. The room was spacious and spotlessly clean. Bath robes and slippers provided.|Everything was decorated in a beautiful traditional way but with all mod cons.|We also had dinner there, which was exceptional, with a great wine selection.|Would definitely recommend a stay here.|The Souk and Jemaa el-Fnaa square were in walking distance.

From the moment we arrived at the Riad, it felt like stepping into a dream. Walking through the winding roads of the Medina, we were greeted with warmth and kindness by one of the lovely staff members who welcomed us with refreshing mint tea and delicious macarons||||We were seated in the courtyard of the Riad, and honestly, it was breathtaking from floor to ceiling, the design, detail, and atmosphere were outstanding. The care and attention we received didn’t just start when we arrived it began before our trip even started. Stephan called us in advance to check in, offered airport pickup, and was incredibly helpful throughout.||||The entire team went above and beyond to make our stay special. They helped us book experiences, find great local restaurants, organise cabs, and even taught us how to navigate Marrakech with confidence. There was always someone available and willing to help. hospitality was on another level.||||We stayed at the Riad to celebrate my partner’s birthday, and they made it truly unforgettable. Stephen and the team arranged for rose petals, cake & a candle lit dinner by the pool. While francky played the piano and song beautiful music. To top it off upgraded us to the honeymoon suite for the night. ||||I genuinely can’t thank the team at the Riad enough. We’ll absolutely be coming back

The Riad Noir d’Ivoire is absolutely stunning! The pool, spa, bar, food, rooms, wine cellar, and common areas are all meticulously decorated and cozy. But what sets this place above others is the staff! This team of people work together to make sure your stay is exceptional! Any question or request you may have is handled efficiently and with a smile. I don’t know what their hiring process is for staff but they clearly have the best of the best!! I have stayed at many luxury hotels around the world and have never had this level of service! This is the second time I have stayed at this Riad and I will absolutely stay here again. Thank you Riad Noir d’Ivoire for making another trip to Marrakech amazing!

The riad is very well located with-in the medinas walls and is only a 15 minute stroll to the main square. It has a lovely traditional feel to the place and our room, we stayed in the Panther suite, was very nice and over looked the small swimming pool. The breakfast was ideal and the when we ate there in the evening the food was very good and the pianist was superb. The bar area is very cosy and has a great feel to it, very speak easy vibe. The bed in the room was very comfortable. The staff were very friendly and helpful and made you feel right at home. The small pool in the large courtyard is great for cooling off in after a hot day walking around the city.||The only downside in the room was that the air conditioning was not up to the task of keeping the room cool and so it can be a bit warm trying to sleep at night and it would have been good to have your own tea/coffee making facilities in the room. Also they gave you one bottle of water in the room but this was not refreshed during our stay, which would have been nice. We also found that around the small pool area the house keeping was a bit lax, with used towels and glasses being left overnight and not cleared away very often.

I spent almost two decades travelling 2/3 times per month, to all corners of the world for business. I stayed at the main brand hotels and although very nice, you could wake up and there was nothing to distinguish where in the world you were from trip to trip. The hotels were clinical and slightly soulless. Now when I travel for leisure I look for uniqueness and character, something that sets it apart.|The Riad Noir d’Ivoire met this criteria in abundance! |Meandering through the narrow medina streets you suddenly arrive at an intriguing, unnamed door. Once inside you are transported from the hustle, bustle and general chaotic Marrakesh streets to a sanctuary of calm and tranquility. The internal architecture is stunning and the decor is uniquely Moroccan. Staying there feels like staying on the set of a James Bond film. |The staff are friendly and helpful and the service is relaxed. In a conversation, one of the staff said their aim is to create a home from home feel. I believe they achieve this.|We stayed in the Chameau Suite and loved it. A room bursting with character and Moroccan touches. We enjoyed our first trip to Marrakesh and especially enjoyed returning to the Riad Noir after a busy day exploring. Staying there was a wonderful experience and one that will live long in our memory, which is exactly what I hope to achieve when I travel.

Not Quite the Luxury Experience Promised This Riad has a few highlights — the live piano music by Franci is a lovely touch, and the food at the dinner restaurant was genuinely good. However, overall, the experience didn’t live up to the high-end promise or the price point. The location is bit far north in the Medina, which makes getting to most places a bit of a challenge. The atmosphere can also be a bit overwhelming — music plays loudly until 11 PM, and with people smoking throughout the property, the air often feels stuffy. The room had some odd design choices. What was advertised as a king bed was actually two mattresses pushed together, which made sleeping uncomfortable. The air conditioning wasn’t working during our stay, and unfortunately, this wasn’t resolved. The bathroom layout was also impractical, with the toilet and sink on opposite ends of the room, and only a bathtub available, which didn’t function well as a shower. With a few adjustments, this place could be much more comfortable. But as it stands, it didn’t feel like the luxury experience it claims to be. There are likely better options at this price point in Marrakech.

Lovely hotel and the staff were brilliant However the owner is a little over familiar and made my partner feel uncomfortable. I guess it’s his prerogative to sit in the bar drinking but he should respect his guests boundaries.