Riad Armelle

“An oasis of calm”

It was our first time to Morocco and having spent nearly two hours getting through arrivals at Marrakech Airport it was a relief to finally find the Riad Armelle sign outside for our transfer to the Riad. We entered the Medina and parked about 300yds or so from the Riad - the experience of the pe... more

It was our first time to Morocco and having spent nearly two hours getting through arrivals at Marrakech Airport it was a relief to finally find the Riad Armelle sign outside for our transfer to the Riad. We entered the Medina and parked about 300yds or so from the Riad - the experience of the people, cooking smoke and incessant scooters was surreal, and then we turned into an alleyway to a nondescript door.... and into an Oasis! It was 10pm but we were met as friends by Seessy [sic] who described the Riad, took us to our rooms and we then had the most wonderful meal, that had clearly been prepared just for us as we arrived. That set the scene for a lovely four days that I think would have been so much less authentic had we stayed in a hotel - the rooms are as advertised, the food was excellent, but above all the staff couldn't have been more friendly. Thank you for making our trip to Morocco such a lovely experience.

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“An Unexpected Gem”

I spent a week at Riad Armelle by myself, a single woman, and have never been happier. The customer service is excellent, always advising me where to go, setting up guides, drivers, and reservations. I ate dinner at the Riad every night because the food was so excellent, always prepared the day o... more

I spent a week at Riad Armelle by myself, a single woman, and have never been happier. The customer service is excellent, always advising me where to go, setting up guides, drivers, and reservations. I ate dinner at the Riad every night because the food was so excellent, always prepared the day of, after buying straight from the markets, and the wine selection fantastic, local and delicious. My spacious bedroom was on the roof terrace, so I had relaxing moments by day, and at night the stars, and moon. The French owners spent years renovating a once private home to give the Riad a historical feel, yet modern as well. Riad Armelle is truly beautiful and the price is beyond fair!

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“An uncommon jewel”

The property is as it is represented. Beautiful colors and architecture and is pristine. The staff is more impressive, which in my book is far more important. The check-in process was a little frustrating because I was cranky. The man who checked me in was unendingly patient, welcoming, friendly,... more

The property is as it is represented. Beautiful colors and architecture and is pristine. The staff is more impressive, which in my book is far more important. The check-in process was a little frustrating because I was cranky. The man who checked me in was unendingly patient, welcoming, friendly, and professional. He made sure I understood everything about the property and security. Quite a feat, as he speaks Arabic and French and and I do not. He gave me a tour of everything. The process for meals is lovely. This is a bed and breakfast, so an elaborate tasty breakfast is available until 1000. To eat breakfast, you let the chef know by 1600. He goes to the central market to purchase what's fresh. My dinner was delicious. The aroma wafted up to my room and brought me down to the dining area a little early. The wait staff is first rate, had perfect English, and was delightful. Know that it's a 2-3 block walk from parking areas to the property. It's an easy stroke, but something to know.

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