Riad Tarabel
Hotel · Marrakech ·
Grand French Colonial style riad with exquisite spa & pool
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Dar El Bacha, 8 Derb Sraghna, Marrakech 40000, Morocco Get directions
Grand French Colonial style riad with exquisite spa & pool
Dar El Bacha, 8 Derb Sraghna, Marrakech 40000, Morocco Get directions
"The riad hotels of Marrakech, by their very nature, are small — these walled residences simply don’t scale up to grand-hotel proportions. So if you feel like there too many riads to keep track of, you’re not wrong. But within the endless repetitions of the form there’s plenty of subtle diversity, and what sets Riad de Tarabel apart is two things: its sheer grandeur, and its aristocratic French Colonial style." - Mark Fedeli
"The riad hotels of Marrakech, by their very nature, are small — these walled residences simply don’t scale up to grand-hotel proportions. So if you feel like there too many riads to keep track of, you’re not wrong. But within the endless repetitions of the form there’s plenty of subtle diversity, and what sets Riad de Tarabel apart is two things: its sheer grandeur, and its aristocratic French Colonial style." - Mark Fedeli
"The noise fades away as we step through the rustic door at the end of a narrow alley in the chaotic labyrinth that is Marrakech’s medina. More a private residence than a hotel, Riad Tarabel is a magically romantic blend of Moorish architecture, French colonial style and contemporary touches.Generously built around three courtyards, with 10 airy rooms and suites, this adults-only haven is the epitome of subtle sophistication: lush palm leaves, ornate shutters, sleek rattan furniture, wooden ceiling fans, large comfy sofas and candle-lit nooks, dotted with nostalgic globetrotter curios reminiscent of a bygone era.Delicious traditional Moroccan dishes are served on the huge sun-flooded roof terrace. And, at the touch of the button, the huge gold-framed mirror in the courtyard silently glides open to reveal the riad’s killer feature: a glorious hammam & spa. The serenity is only occasionally interrupted by the gentle splash of someone gliding into the pool, the gurgling sound of our sweet Moroccan mint tea being poured, or the muezzin’s hypnotic call to prayer in the far distance. This is a fabulous place for an escape à deux, or a very civilised house party. Highs Incredibly elegant décor with lush touches that create a blissfully tranquil vibeAttentive, friendly staff. Every interaction is light-hearted and funSo cosy. We arrived to a warm pool, roaring fire and toasty suiteThe sublime in-house hammam & spa Les Bains de TarabelGuest mobiles with pre-programmed essential numbers (so the team can rescue you and your newly purchased Berber rugs if you get lost in the souks) Lows The steep, winding staircases to the rooms on the first floor (and the roof terrace) have no railings and can be a bit precarious for the elderly or unsure-footedThere’s no bar, but your G&T is only a quick call away on your pre-programmed guest mobile Expensive, but worth the splurge" - Maia Tarrant
"What sets Riad Tarabel apart from other similar properties is twofold: its sheer grandeur and its aristocratic French Colonial style. Perhaps most striking about its interiors is the absence of North African kitsch. Instead, the design relies on the inherent charm of a courtyard mansion in the heart of the medina to establish a strong sense of place. The overwhelming impression here is one of pure elegance—Second Empire furnishings set a refined tone, complemented by freestanding Victorian bathtubs." - Tablet Hotels
"This refined, amenity-packed boutique hotel is housed in a former mansion, just around the corner from the Dar el Bacha Palace. Tree-lined terraces and cosy nooks provide idyllic spots for dining in-house. In keeping with the colonial style, oversized birdcages and peacock chairs add decorative touches, alongside the photography collection and birds of paradise flowers. An Alice Through the Looking Glass type-door leads to an exquisite spa, housed in its own multi-level riad, complete with steamy hammam. The location – the Dar el Bacha neighbourhood has been dubbed the Mayfair of Marrakech – couldn’t be better; steps away from the Secret Garden, interior design and fashion boutiques, and some of the medina’s best restaurants. " - Mandy Sinclair
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