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Riad Dar Massai

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Indoor pool, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
Free daily continental breakfast
Terrace/patio
Rooftop terrace
Luxury
4.0 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Jemaa el-Fnaa

Located close to Bahia Palace, Riad Dar Massai provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a massage at Massai Spa, the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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31, derb Sbaia, Kasbah Medina, Marrakech, 40000
  • Place, Saadian Tombs
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, El Badi Palace
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Jemaa el-Fnaa
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Marrakech (RAK-Menara)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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5 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite (3 Adults)

Junior Suite (3 Adults)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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5 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Marrakech

With a stay at Riad Dar Massai, you'll be centrally located in Marrakech, within a 5-minute drive of Jemaa el-Fnaa and Bahia Palace. .This family-friendly hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Avenue Mohamed VI and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Marrakech Plaza.

What's nearby

  • Saadian Tombs - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • El Badi Palace - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bahia Palace - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Koutoubia Mosque - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Marrakech Central Station - 14 min drive
  • Menara Airport (RAK) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪DarDar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Snack El Bahia - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Clock - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kosybar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kasbah Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Riad Dar Massai

Riad Dar Massai offers 5 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. This Marrakech hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a steam room.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Massai Spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an indoor pool and a steam room. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Riad Dar Massai has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (MAD 50 per day)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Parking on site (MAD 50 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless 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
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 14 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in
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
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 20.0 per day

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 19.80 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 75 per person (roundtrip)
  • Self parking fee: MAD 50 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: MAD 50 per day (984 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 20.0 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing rooms; guests are responsible for providing proof of marriage, if requested by the property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Dar Massai
Riad Dar Massai
Riad Dar Massai Hotel
Riad Dar Massai Hotel Marrakech
Riad Dar Massai Marrakech
Riad Massai
Riad Dar Massai Hotel
Riad Dar Massai Marrakech
Riad Dar Massai Hotel Marrakech

Riad Dar Massai Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 274 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 274 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 274 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 274 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 274 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Slater

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing stay! The man who works here and does check in was great. Food is amazing too!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff couldn’t have been better
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tomaso

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Super Quick and easy. Gréât staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff, great location. Gorgeous building
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Riad was amazing! Dinner and breakfast were superb! Noureddine the manager was excellent. He arranged our pick up from the airport and even met us at the drop off point to take us to the Riad. He went out of his way to make our stay the best it could have been!! Stay here, you won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Kathleen, Lantana

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was water damage in riad and smelled like musty mildew. No tissues, ran out of toilet paper. We ended up with a different room due to the water damage. No welcome drink and no one to greet us. We had to call and wait for letting us in for checking in. We decided to go to the square for dinner. Asked the staff how to come back since we had an issues at check in. We were reassured to just ring and/or knock and we would be let in. We arrived at the riad to knock and ring over and over. Called 15 times without any answer. Waited outside, late at night for almost 20 minutes before we were let in as the only staff member was sleeping. I would definitely not stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Elhadji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast was limited
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dimple

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful riad, rooms decorated individually and with were clean, spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omaima

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fresh breakfast amazing people! Nourdine was an amazing host he honeslty helped us out so much. The location is hidden but it’s in a safe area no issues at all with the locale. Very close to everything
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zaeem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay at Riad Dar Massai. From the moment we arrived, the staff were warm, welcoming, and incredibly helpful. The Riad itself is beautifully decorated, peaceful, and full of charm, a perfect escape from the busy streets of Marrakech. My room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and I really appreciated the attention to detail throughout the property. Breakfast was delicious every morning, with fresh ingredients and a lovely setting to enjoy it. The location is ideal, 10 min walk to Jma el Fna but tucked away enough to feel quiet and relaxing. The team were always available to offer recommendations or help arrange anything we needed, which made my stay even more enjoyable. Overall, we had a fantastic experience and would happily return. Highly recommend Riad Dar Massai to anyone visiting Marrakech. Special thanks to Nourdine and Adam for the lovely service provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and fantastic service!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Durugshan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service at this Riad was exceptional. From greeting and checking us in, checking in to make sure everything is okay and making sure breakfast is available for the time we were starting our day. They even set up something small for us on the day we were leaving at 7am. The rooms are clean, spacious, the bathrooms are great and the rooms are cleaned each day. The area is also very nice and walkable. It's beside a meat market but you'll only notice it when walking to and from the hotel. It's very easy to walk into the souks area and the square. I'd highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a place to stay in Marrakech.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

STEVEN

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay here, even though it started off a little confusing! We went to the address shown on our booking and ended up at their sister property, Dar Massaï Spa, instead — so there was a bit of a walk with our suitcases to the right riad. Once we got there, though, everything was lovely. The hosts were so friendly and welcoming, and the riad itself is beautifully decorated and very peaceful. The beds were really comfortable, and the breakfast each morning was excellent. It’s a little bit out of the way of the main centre, but once you get your bearings, it’s a great base for exploring Marrakesh. All in all, a great experience with wonderful hosts — just make sure you head to the right Dar Massaï when you arrive!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an absolutely wonderful experience at this hotel. From the moment I arrived, the staff was warm, welcoming, and always willing to help with a smile. The location couldn’t have been better close to everything yet still quiet and relaxing, making it the perfect spot for both exploring and unwinding. The amenities exceeded my expectations: modern, clean, and thoughtfully designed. The rooms were spacious, spotless, and incredibly comfortable, with all the details carefully taken care of. I also really enjoyed the common areas, which had a cozy yet elegant atmosphere. What stood out the most was the people the service was consistently outstanding, making me feel truly at home. Every interaction was genuine and added to the overall charm of the place. I honestly can’t recommend this hotel enough. It’s rare to find a place where everything from location to amenities to hospitality comes together so perfectly. I will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ollie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredible, the mattress could use a change up. Quite possibly the best coffee we have had at any of our Riad's. A great experience overall.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Getting to the hotel can be a bit of a pain at first with luggage as the cobble streets and navigating around the locals and bikes. Once you find it the Riad is so nice inside. The staff are the kindest and nicest people I’ve ever encountered in any facility. The hotel was kept so clean! The room We had was perfect for us (definitely make sure to bring your own toiletries and maybe extra toilet paper/ wipes. They have one roll provided but it’s not as much in a roll compared to rolls in the states. We luckily had wipes so had no issues. Also remember to have a water bottle to brush your teeth. If you’re from the states- Morocco isn’t probably your first trip but just a reminder to get an international wall outlet (the two prong stick looking wall plug). The streets come alive at night! -I don’t recommend going too far off the beaten path at night. Also be aware of the children in the area they will tend to ask for money and will follow you to the hotel. Overall if we were to come back to Morocco we would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kangrui

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First of all, the staff is just the best. The riad itself is just as it looks in the photos. I had the room off the main room and it was quiet. I could hear the rooster and birds chirping and loved it. The bed was comfortable, I had all I needed. Wi-fi was great and they have WINE The staff wants you to feel like a family member in their home and they do just that. The riad's location is safe and easy to get to once they show you how to get there. The taxis are just a five minute walk. I would absolutely stay there again and especially as a single woman guest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lucia Leonor Fratantoni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Riad is very nice. The decoration is fabulous and the staff were very pleasant and helpful. I also liked the terrace up on the top. The food and breakfast was also very good. Unfortunately, though the walls are thin, and there was a guest in the room next to me who was snoring very loudly every night, which was making it very difficult for me to sleep. I wanted to change rooms, but unfortunately, this was not possible. There is also an annoying rooster next door that starts making noise early in the morning so probably not the best place to stay if you are a light sleeper or bring ear plugs.Also important to know that if you use the hotel’s hammam , it is a 10 minute walk away and the lady who does the Massage gave me only a 30 minute massage instead of a 45 minutes. After complaining, I got an extra 15 minutes so if you do book the service, just keep an eye on the time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

frances

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great helpful staff really appreciate the effort and help
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible experience- Avoid this hotel

My stay at this hotel was nothing short of awful. At the end of my stay, I was overcharged for the city tax despite having a confirmation email from Hotels.com clearly showing the amount due. The staff refused to honor it, which felt dishonest and left a bad final impression. The hotel itself is extremely noisy. A rooster crowed loudly every night, and it sounded like it was right next to my ear. It was impossible to sleep with the constant noise, which completely ruined the experience. Combined with the dated and dusty rooms, it felt more like a poorly maintained hostel than a hotel. The property desperately needs renovations and a thorough cleaning. The breakfast was disappointing and inadequate. It consisted of just two small pieces of bread, a dry, sweet bun, a tiny portion of yogurt, and a small glass of orange juice that wasn’t even filled. When I politely asked for a refill, I was refused. It was insulting. To make matters worse, the heating/air conditioning was broken, and the worker at the hotel was downright creepy. He seemed to be watching us all the time, monitoring what we were doing, and even followed us to the supermarket in a suspicious manner. This made us feel extremely uncomfortable throughout our stay. On top of all this, the worker at check in didn’t speak English at all, making communication a nightmare. Overall, this hotel was a complete letdown. I would never stay here again and wouldn’t recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt like family when staying here! The staff is incredibly helpful, hospitable and kind! Everyone went out of their way to make sure we had the best experience in Marrakech! We would definitely recommend this place! The food is incredible! Breakfast was such a treat and we dined there 2 evenings and it was like having a private dinner on the rooftop terrace.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024