Guest User
October 29, 2024
This is easily the most unique property I have visited. It is a Mr. and Mrs. Smith property - part of the Hyatt portfolio. I cannot start this review without acknowledging Abdelhak and Hakim. They are incredible hosts, friendly, patient and so helpful! I had great email correspondence with this Abdelhak before arriving. Any questions I asked where promptly answered. In addition, the emails were informative on what to expect. I arranged for an airport transfer ( I would recommend this!!!) and I was met by Hakim at the car stop. I'm not sure I would have found the riad the first time on my own. There are many turns and alleys for all riads - and it was a help to have someone show me the way. The riad courtyard is definitely a photo opportunity. I was met with the customary cookies and Moroccan welcome mint tea. I was shown to my room - on the terrace of this 6 room riad. All riads have a very "local" feel. It was nice to get away from a chain hotel and feel part of the culture. The room was very basic and I would say extremely clean. Towels and bed linens were a good quality and the bed was very comfortable. My only two surprises were no in-room safe and no TV (although I understand other raids did not have a wide variety of channels in English.) The room had a heated floor in the toilet area - which was a nice feature. The room was a concrete-style floor with an area rug. Hint - bring slippers. It was also a bit dark and could have used more light. The room had wood shutters to cover the glass and a cool curtain that covered the wood entry door to keep drafts away. Breakfast was included with the room and kindly served in the courtyard each morning. It consisted primarily of breads and condiments - basically a continental breakfast. It also included tea or coffee, along with the best fresh-squeezed orange juice I have ever had. The only time I ever saw other guests were at breakfast. Everyone whispered during breakfast and I never heard doors slamming or loud guests - this is an adult only property. I enjoyed my stay here!