In the heart of Marrakech, Riad Dar al Kounouz offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast and access to a sauna. Unwind in the cozy lobby by the fireplace or sip coffee at the cafe.
Medina, a neighbourhood in Marrakech, is home to Riad Dar al Kounouz. Jemaa el-Fnaa and Menara Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Majorelle Garden. Le Jardin Secret and The Secret Garden Medina Marrakech are also worth visiting. Visit our Marrakech travel guide
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at Riad Dar al Kounouz. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the Turkish bath/hammam. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff and tour/ticket information
Concierge services, laundry services and luggage storage
Barbecues, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Riad Dar al Kounouz include comforts, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
Select Comfort beds, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to noon
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Family friendly
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Multilingual staff
No housekeeping service
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Terrace
Spa
Sauna
Turkish bath
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1 building
2 floors
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Free cot
Pillowtop mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
Cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Room service
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 34.10 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: MAD 150 per vehicle (return)
Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards
Property is also known as
Dar al Kounouz
Dar al Kounouz Marrakech
Riad Dar al Kounouz
Riad Dar al Kounouz Marrakech
Riad Dar al Kounouz Riad
Riad Dar al Kounouz Marrakech
Riad Dar al Kounouz Riad Marrakech
Frequently asked questions
Is Riad Dar al Kounouz pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Riad Dar al Kounouz?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Riad Dar al Kounouz?
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Riad Dar al Kounouz?
Checkout is at noon.
Does Riad Dar al Kounouz provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of MAD 150 per vehicle applies.
Where is Riad Dar al Kounouz located?
Located in Medina, this riad is within a 10-minute walk of Mouassine Mosque and Jemaa el-Fnaa. Majorelle Garden is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.
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Reviews
Riad Dar al Kounouz Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Riad Dar al Kounouz is a beautiful building, tucked away in a quiet place within a few minutes of the medina. It is relaxing with kind, thoughtful, friendly people.
Lovely roof garden too.
I was traveling in Morocco alone, and I had some difficulties in my travel.
First I got my leg injury on the day before I arrived at Marrakech, and second my credit card had connection problem between the bank in my country. (couldn’t withdraw money!)
The staff in this riad were very nice, one talked to the other guests to solve the credit card problem, and the other guy made a light meal for me.
Both guys took care of my leg.
Finally the card turned out to be available in Restaurants and souvenior shops, so I did not starve, and made to go back to my country.
I really appreciate these guys, and I definetely recommend this riad when you travel in Marrakech.
The room was nice and Jamaa el Fna and Koutoubia mosque are walking distance.
This Riad has a lot of character, is clean, offers great personal service and is located close to the main square in the Medina (the older part of Marrakech, which I think is where most visitors would spend their time). I recommend it if you like a comfortable, clean hotel with great local flavor.
It is located at the end of several long alleyways off of another narrow street, and it would be very hard to find the first time on your own. It is not directly accessible by taxi, which is common in the Medina part of town. I highly recommend that you ask the Riad staff to arrange for a driver to pick you up at the airport, and they will also arrange for a porter to meet your taxi and bring you and your bags to the Riad. The Medina part of town is old and looks pretty scary when you first arrive, but seemed safe after we walked around and is full of character. I suggest asking the Riad staff to arrange for a guide to take you around the Medina area your first day - a half day is around $50 and is well worth it - the guide will bring you to some nice shops too, but there is no obligation to buy. If you are an adventurous traveler, you will enjoy this Riad experience. If you like to stay at five star hotels, this is not for you (and you should probably stay in the newer part of Marrakech).
Séjour très agréable dans ce magnifique riad situé au cœur de la médina de Marrakech, à proximité des principaux sites touristiques (place Jemaa el-Fna, Koutoubia, souks, ...) tout peut se faire à pied.
Le personnel est très accueillant et serviable, toujours présent pour donner de bons conseils (visites, restaurants, taxi, achats, ...).
Un transfert depuis l'aéroport vers le riad est proposé à 15 euros. C'est plus cher que le taxi qui coûte environ 10 euros mais ça reste très raisonnable compte tenu qu'une personne nous aide ensuite à transporter les bagages et nous guide à travers le dédale des ruelles jusqu'au riad, et c'est plutôt rassurant qu'on vient pour la première fois dans cette ville. On est accueilli avec un thé à la menthe. Le riad dispose d'un hammam et d'une terrasse panoramique où l'on peut venir prendre le petit-déjeuner le matin. Un dîner marocain fait maison est également proposé à la demande au prix de 18 euros (entrée, plat et dessert).
La chambre était très confortable, tout aussi bien décorée que le reste du riad.
Beautiful hotel, exceptional service. Would stay here every time I visit Marrakesh. The only thing is it's tricky to find but the staff is very helpful (providing maps, walking me to the taxi pickup, etc)
Super schönes Riad mit nettem und hilfsbereitem Personal. Sobald man das Riad betritt, befindet man sich in einer anderen Welt und bekommt von dem Trubel der Stadt nichts mehr mit und kann sich im Innenhof auf einem Sofa bei frischem Minztee entspannen.
Auf jeden Fall zu empfehlen
When I first walked in, I was amazed by the open courtyard with ornate columns and palm trees. A water fountain in the middle really gives the feel of an oasis in the desert . Birds were flying about high in the trees and I was served a mint tea with biscuits to get a chance to relax before seeing my room. There is also a rooftop garden that was a great place to sit on a couch and read, quiet above the chaos of the streets.
Everyone I met at the riad was incredibly friendly and helpful and you can really tell they truly care about the guests. My room was well-appointed with interesting paintings, furniture and antiques. It was very comfortable with a lot of personal touches and ornate carvings. The morning breakfasts were excellent and I loved the room they are served in. I can't recommend this place enough. I guarantee you will be happy here.
If you are worried about finding it, don't be...that's part of the fun. However, if you really don't like exploring (why are you going to Marrakesh?) use google maps to search for this address: "Mouassine, 54 Derb Snane, Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Tensift-El Haouz, Morocco". Once you're close and have found Derb Snane (look for the mustache-like graffiti or small metal sign), just follow the map attached. You'll be able to walk right to it.
Ett trevligt Riad med en familjär känsla. Mycket trevlig personal som verkligen ansträngde sig för att få oss att trivas.
Nära det mesta men ändå tyst och lugnt.
Zac and the staff at Riad Dar al Kounouz were fantastic. They were always more than happy to help with questions or requests. We had never been to Marrakech before and only speak english, but Zac answered all of our questions about Marocco and the neighborhood. From the rooftop you can hear the calls to prayer from surrounding mosques - a magical and exotic experience. The riad itself is beautifully set out, superbly clean and peaceful. An amazing display of Maroccan craftsmanship and a haven within the crazy bustle of the Marrakech markets. The Riad will be difficult to find on your own - hire one of the handy barrow men to take you there.
While this Riad is difficult to find (even if you're right outside), the reward is great once you do get inside. Upon arrival, you are immediately served steaming host mint tea and biscuits in the open-air courtyard. It is one of the most charming and quaint places I've ever stayed. Don't forget to visit the patio on the roof! The breakfast was better than most hotel "continental breakfasts", with more than enough to eat. The staff could not be more helpful and friendly, even getting up at 5:00AM to carry our bags down and see us off.
Excellent riad, close to square, helpful owners, free tea and cookies whenever we returned, and delicious breakfast. we requested eggs and the owner went out to get them. They went out of their way to make us feel at home.
James
6/10 Okay
Gary&Ing
22 Aug 2014
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Gary&Ing
Having stayed in Marrakech some time ago at another Riad, I've benchmarked against that memory and location.
The staff here are friendly, however a couple of items left me a not let down: not being at the Riad and having to waiting outside in the heat for 25mins; happened a 2nd time but only for 1min as the guy was out getting breakfast and we had a quicker than normal dinner.
Surprised no TV, but same as several years ago.
In hindsight I would hv choose. A Raid 3-4mjns closer to the main square; might not sound a lot but I think it can count for those trips back thru the day.
We were a family of six and booked the jade suit..it was ideal for our family..the rooms are well decorated and spacious.and well located near jame al finah square.the staff yusuf and zakaria i cant praise them enough..they went out if there way to make ourvstay wondrrful.
We were made to feel very welcome; the service and Jemina's cooking were outstanding. The riad is beautifully restored with a great roof terrace giving views over the city and the royal palace next door. Some rooms are a bit small but are designed with great care. The route to the riad might be a little off-putting for some travellers but the location in the medina is ideal for the souk's etc and they organise an efficient collection service. Highly recommended.
Most enjoyable. Friendly efficient staff, Excellent food.Slight complaint: our room was on ground floor facing on to an internal courtyard with no external windows. It smelt of unpleasantly of damp.
Loved this little riad. Loved the decore and great location. Walking distance to everything. Staff was great especially yoseph. Had supper when we got in and it was amazing. The negatives are that it can be loud as windows and doors face courtyard and that if you go in winter it's cold. Furnsce didn't work in both rooms we had. Otherwise loved it.