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Riad Palacio de las Especias

4.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful oasis near Jemaa el-Fnaa square where they can cool off in the pool and start their day with flavorful Moroccan breakfast

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Riad Palacio de las Especias provides a quiet sanctuary in central Marrakech. Guests can refresh in the indoor pool, enjoy the included full breakfast and attend the daily manager's reception. The Majorelle Garden sits just a short distance away for those ready to explore.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Room options

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Room (Bab Agnaou)

Room (Bab Agnaou)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Bab Berrima)

Room (Bab Berrima)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Bab Debbagh)

Room (Bab Debbagh)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Bab Doukkala)

Room (Bab Doukkala)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Bab El Kemish)

Room (Bab El Kemish)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Bab Er Raha)

Room (Bab Er Raha)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Bab Ksiba)

Room (Bab Ksiba)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Marrakech, Riad Palacio de las Especias is in the city centre. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Royal Tennis Harti or Marrakesh Stadium. Visit our Marrakech travel guide
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35 Derb Sidi Bouamar, Quartier Riad Larousse, Marrakech, 40000

What's nearby

  • Marrakech_PlaceBabDoukkala_6064159-3
    Place Bab Doukkala
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Le Jardin Secret, old Medina, Marrakech, Morocco.
    Le Jardin Secret
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Jamaa el Fna (Jemaa el-Fnaa, Djema el-Fna or Djemaa el-Fnaa) square and market place in Marrakesh's medina quarter, Morocco
    Jemaa el-Fnaa
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Majorelle Gardens showing a garden
    Majorelle Garden
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Dar el Bacha Palace
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Marrakech Central Station
    13 min drive
  • Marrakech (RAK-Menara)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dar Moha Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Ristorante I Limoni
    8 min walk
  • Le Terrasse Du Jardin
    7 min walk
  • Simple Speciality Coffee
    7 min walk
  • Bacha Coffee Room & Boutique
    6 min walk

About this property

Riad Palacio de las Especias

Upscale riad near Jemaa el-Fnaa
Majorelle Garden and Marrakech Plaza are located near Riad Palacio de las Especias, which provides free full breakfast, a poolside bar and a free daily manager's reception. In addition to a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a front desk safe and multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket information, concierge services and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Parking on site (EUR 5 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 13 are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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: EUR 2.71 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: EUR 25 per room
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 5 per day

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 credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Riad Palacio de las Especias have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Riad Palacio de las Especias?

As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riad Palacio de las Especias on 6 Apr 2026 start from AU$280, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Riad Palacio de las Especias pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Riad Palacio de las Especias?

Self-parking is available for EUR 5 per day.

What time is check-in at Riad Palacio de las Especias?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Riad Palacio de las Especias?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Riad Palacio de las Especias provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 25 per room applies.

Where is Riad Palacio de las Especias located?

Located in Medina, this riad is within 1 mile (2 km) of Dar el Bacha Palace, Jemaa el-Fnaa and Majorelle Garden. Ensemble Artisanal and Souk Cherifia are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Riad Palacio de las Especias Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming staff. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Chilly in winter

The arrival at the hotel was poor with a hotel staff member encouraging us to overpay a luggage handler (400 dirhams) for carrying our bags on a trolley for about 7 minutes. The staff were generally friendly. The heating in the room as not functional and the it was about 7C in the morning. Advice to travelers in winter is to check heating works and bring warm clothes.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Francesca

Disliked: Staff & service
Room not ready at 12 - we had to wait 1 hour. They never reply to the phone. Staff not that friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I never usually write reviews but we had an amazing stay here! This was my first time in Morocco and I had some doubts but the staff were lovely and the riad is absolutely beautiful. We arrived at night and were greeted with tea on the terrace on arrival. The room was clean and had authentic decorations which made it feel like a really genuine stay in Morocco. For the price I feel like this riad is such a hidden gem! The atmosphere was peaceful and transport links are good. Taxis won’t take you directly to the riad but it’s a short and easy walk to the square where you can get one. Cash machine is also a short walk away since a lot of places are cash only. There are nearby restaurants and the walk to attractions is also easy as long as you have access to maps. There are cats, kittens and turtles living here too which was just so cute. Really contributed to the homely feel here. If you don’t feel like going out there are also good food options to eat in the hotel. We also had a late flight so after checking out the staff let us store our luggage and sunbathe on the terrace/ get changed in a toilet/ use the outdoor shower until we were ready to leave. I am usually a solo female traveller so I had my reservations about coming here alone and bought a friend with me last minute, but in the future I would definitely feel comfortable coming here alone. Thank you so much! Will definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Snorre Forsberg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stort, koselig rom. Hyggelig personale, god frokost. Sentralt. God verdi for pengene
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

HAOWEN

房間裡的設施跟清潔都不夠好，如果一樣的價錢，會有其他更好的選擇。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Le personnel de ce riad est aux petits soins pour ses clients! Le déjeuner inclus est super. Au coeur de la Médina tout en étant près des autres lieux touristiques en 15 min de marche.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastisk Riad

Fantastisk ophold på Riad. De ansatte på Riad var meget hjælpsomme og hjalp os med at finde rundt i byen og booke ture/madkurser. Vores værelse var renligt og der var en dejlig hyggelig stemning på Riad. Hotellet kan helt klart anbefales.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eleonora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Excellent

Julio c

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente

El lugar esta muy bien ubicado es facil llegar con el gps del lugar , el personal es lo mejor les doy 100 puntos por la atencion sin duda lo recomiendo .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Laura

Disliked: Staff & service

Terrible service and issues over pay.

So disappointed with this stay, we had two nights, and the service was terrible. We were informed just before the end of our stay we had to pay in cash, which was never made clear. We asked for a read out of our bill so that we could take out enough Moroccan cash. When it came to the check out in the morning it took over 30mins and by magic they gave us a total in Euros and the exchange rate they used meant we paid more despite no additional charges. They clearly played us. The service was bad and you left feeling ripped off. Additionally, we had to eat in the hotel and they have a menu but only served two dishes none of which were vegetarian. Would not return
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was as an amazing stay at this Riad. The accommodations were outstanding! I have never experienced anything like you. But what really takes this Riad over the top is the warm, helpful and hard working staff. Specifically
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muito bom!

O Riad é muito bom, mas recomendamos que antes de chegar na Parking Area ligue para a recepção do Riad e solicite que alguem vá lhe buscar, isto evitará alguns aborrecimentos. Foi o único lugar que tivemos que insistir para ficar com nossos passaportes.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and close to the souks/main square
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
La posizione del riad è buona. La struttura è carina e tipica marocchina. La pulizia dell’hotel è stata molto deludente: lavandino e doccia otturati (ce li hanno sturati l’ultimo giorno); le seconde lenzuola non credo proprio che fossero pulite considerato l’odore (infatti quando si sono accorti che avevo messo l’asciugamano sopra il cuscino, le hanno cambiate). Infine, avevo fatto presente della necessità di trovare prodotti gluten free per la colazione, ma quando siamo arrivati erano del tutto impreparati. Apprezzo la massima disponibilità mostrata dai ragazzi alla reception, ma per quanto abbiamo pagato, non sono ammesse queste manchevolezze.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
RIAD PALACIO DE LAS ESPECIAS IS A GEM IN THE MEDINA THE RIAD IS VERY WELL APPOINTED, CLEAN, JUST THE RIGHT SIZE AND HAS A BEAUTIFUL ROOF TOP TO UNWIND AT THE END OF A LONG DAY- "THINK OF THIS AS YOUR HOME WHILE IN MARRAKECH" WAS WHAT WE WERE TOLD ON OUR STAY BREAKFAST IS DELICIOUS THANK YOU TO IDRESS AND THE WHOLE TEAM AT THE RIAD FOR MAKING US FEEL SO WELCOME WITH GENUINE, KIND AND WARM MOROCCAN HOSPITALITY WE LOOK FORWARD TO ANOTHER ADVENTURE IN YOUR BEAUTIFUL CITY THERE IS AN ENTRANC TO A COOL SOUK JUST OFF THE PARKING NEAR THE RIAD AND EAT AT JARDIN THANK YOU AGAIN FROM YOUR CANADAIN FRIENDS
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ally, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The most beautiful, tranquil boutique hotel setup - photos do not do riad palacio de las expecias justice! It is a complete haven that is perfect to come back to and escape the hectic streets of Marrakech after a day's sightseeing (15min walk to the markets and 15 min walk to the jardin majorelle). The staff were wonderful, the breakfast was great. LOVED the roof terrace with the adorable tortoises wandering around. Thank you for a great few days stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Abbie, Yorkshire

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Riad, within excellent walking location of all the sights. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

To notch service

Convenient location in the heart of it all. The Riad was a calm oasis from the hustle and bustle of the medina. The daily breakfast was delicious and the staff was friendly and helpful. We opted for the airport pickup and dropoff which was great, and ensured we started and ended our trip on a good note.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great, but...

The hotel is beautiful. Great rooms, comfy beds, amazing pool and terrace, very friendly staff, abundant breakfast. But. There was no hot water. We stayed for 4 days and every single time we went to shower the water was cold. We had to tell a staff member who repaired the system and apologized profusely. We could tell they were just as embarrassed and sick of it as us. I’m talking to other guests we learnt this had been a problem through their stay too. So hopefully this gets resolved. Otherwise it was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sophie, Amsterdam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Prachtige riad

Goed gelegen, prachtige kamers, goed verzorgd en uitgebreid ontbijt. Personeel was erg vriendelijk en wou altijd helpen waar nodig. De riad huisdier schildpadden zijn ook erg leuk.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nataleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful, romantic winter stay

We had a great time and especially loved the staff's attentiveness and the delicious breakfasts! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rick, Breda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Veborgen geheim in de medina

Het is een moeilijk te vinden Riad maar eenmaal gevonden is het echt een super Riad. Met voor iedere gast een vers gemaakt ontbijt door het meest vriendelijke en gastvrije personeel dat wij in menig hotel hebben mogen meemaken. Een echte aanrader!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very quiet and nice Riad!

Very tasteful furnished riad. A very pleasent place to be when you return from the town. very quiet, the staff always around but only reacting if you ask. not bothering you like people in the street . and very pretty roof top..
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Topaz

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A real charmer

Real boutique riad with charm and a little dusty in a good way. Friendly helpful staff, comfortable bed and delicious food. Restaurant a little on the pricey side and pool would benefit from a good scrub but overall a wonderfull stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017