The Riad Tarifa

We stayed in the Junior Suite on the second floor and were very pleased with our choice. The room was the perfect size for the two of us – modernly furnished yet still cozy. We especially appreciated the fact that there was plenty of space to leave our suitcases open on the floor without the room ever feeling cramped. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. We received great recommendations for restaurants and excursions, and always felt well taken care of. The location is also ideal: only about a five-minute walk to the (paid) parking area, and from there you’re right in the heart of Tarifa. Everything – restaurants, shops, and even the beach – is easily reachable on foot. Breakfast turned out to be a lovely surprise, as we hadn’t even realized it was included in the price. Unfortunately, we only enjoyed it once, but it had everything you need for a good start to the day. Overall, we were more than satisfied and would happily return anytime. Minor downside: The only small issue was the shower – after use, some water would pool in front of the sink, so we had to wipe it up with a towel. But honestly, this was just a minor inconvenience and didn’t affect our stay at all.

We had a short 2 day stay at this very nice little hotel. The way it is decorated is just perfect. Nice warm colors, the way it smells when you walk in. The rooms are so nice and welcoming. We visit Tarifa at least 2 times a year, stayed at some other places but now we know where to go!!. The staff is really friendly and helpful. No question about it, we will be back later this year!!

My fiancé and I had an amazing stay at the Riad. We stayed at two other properties in Tarifa as well as a Riad in Tangier and this was the most peaceful and comfortable. The bathroom and shower is perfect and the common space is gorgeous. The room was so quiet and clean and most of all the service was so friendly, especially Ismael who was just the best and most welcoming host and is now a friend! Highly recommend and we’ll definitely stay again if we’re ever back in Tarifa.

Location is amazing, minutes from the old town food & shops. Design special and brekkie lovely. Room however had sewage smells that Ishmael said could be fixed but it wasn’t. Noise at night unbearable and got no sleep. Lovely but need sleep 🥺

Very tasteful decor throughout the hotel, it’s beautiful and romantic, staff very friendly and helpful, it has a rooftop terrace, where breakfast is served and you can help yourself to tea and coffee throughout the day. Right in the center of town. My husband and I absolutely loved our stay

The staff were super helpful and quick and easy to message if they weren't there. The room was really nice. We had just spent the last week in riads in Morocco and this was one of my favorites. I would go back in a heartbeat!

We visited Tarifa for one night to celebrate my birthday during a fortnight holiday to Southern Spain. This hotel & in particular, the staff made this such a unique & truly wonderful trip. The hotel is located up a little side street just a couple of hundred metres or so from the central part of Tarifa with its squares, winding streets, bars restaurants & shops, it really is a Riad in all senses in that it’s an oasis of calm, beautiful interiors with a truly Moroccan vibe. Gorgeous water features, scents of oud throughout & a fab terrace for breakfast. |It’s also walking distance (5mins) to a large long stay car park which is so handy! We communicated with Rafael on reception & Serafin at the Spa in the lead up to our stay which was great but when we met them in person, it was even better as were all the staff. These guys were just amazing….Rafael upgraded us to a junior suite, (thank you so much!) we were given coffee and a slice of delicious cake on the roof terrace - sadly we didn’t catch the lady’s name who served us - but she also deserves a mention. The whole place just has a beautiful atmosphere. We had booked a Hammam ritual at the spa which is actually now located across a couple of streets in a stunningly renovated house that had been abandoned for years. Ismael from reception took us there himself & was again, a super lovely host & nothing was too much trouble. The original stone walls from around the 17th century remain, beautifully restored & it is simply perfect. We were greeted by Serafin who is probably one of the friendliest & charming people we have ever met, his vibe is contagious which is a delight! It’s luxurious but super cool & intimate at the same time. Paloma, our therapist was out of this world, professional yet warm & welcoming at the same time. The combination of Moroccan & Turkish Hammam styles is really great & we left feeling relaxed yet also invigorated! Our minibar was complimentary so before dinner we took a couple of beers up to the roof terrace to enjoy the evening sun. The hotel is not manned overnight but you have keys for the front door as well as your room & a number in case of emergency. Before he left, Ismael came to see us & let us know he was going & told us what to do with the terrace door - we felt right at home. |Tarifa has an overall atmosphere of bohemian, communal charm & if you want to experience this in your hotel choice, this is the one for you. Thank you guys, we absolutely loved it! Kate & Tim xxx

Great charming place. Checked in for the second time and will come back. Romantic and cool place in the centre, but calm. Thx for hosting us. Kati und Günther