A small complaint, I didn't like the plastic cups with the supplied bottle of water.

The setting for the Riad is lovely, with mountain views, well outside Agadir. If you want a peaceful haven this is where to come. The gardens are lovely. Asmaa is a wonderful hostess - I can imagine coming back here with a group of girlfriends for a special celebration.

Stayed in February 2025

- The property is very VERY remote , while this suited me, it might not be for everyone - you really do need a car. - It was great that the curtains are blackout and don’t let the early morning light in, but it would have been nice to have some voile curtains at the windows too, there is little to no privacy in the downstairs rooms as they face the pool - and my toilet room also faced the driveway so I was always a little worried people could see in! - The breakfasts are delicious but very carb heavy with all sorts of wonderful pancakes - I was craving some fresh fruit! - A bit of advice if you’re a light sleeper - take ear plugs as there is constant barking in the night from the nearby village dogs, and some early morning rooster crowing - it all adds to the authentic countryside experience though! - Also be aware if you like a tipple, they don’t serve alcohol - (having said that, I was there during Ramadan).

I had a fabulous stay at Riad Asmaa. I travelled there alone as a digital nomad, choosing it for its tranquility and space to work. Madame Asmaa, Mohammed and the team made me SO welcome :-) . Every day there was wonderful home cooked Moroccan food, prepared fresh by the ladies in the kitchen, the pool is beautiful (if a little chilly in early March but to be expected!), the garden is stunning and maintained with obvious love and care, and my room (junior suite ground floor) was spacious and well appointed. Loved the walk-in shower and soft towels! Madame Asmaa herself really goes out of her way to help her guests feel at home and give them an authentic Moroccan experience - she organised a trip for me to Taroudant with an English speaking guide, and on one day she personally drove me to a traditional hammam several km away, even accompanying me inside to explain how it worked as I really was a fish out of water! She also has lots of lovely, traditional Moroccan trinkets for sale on site - at a very reasonable price too :-) Despite the rain - you can’t control the weather after all - I had a wonderful few days. The riad really is a very special place. Thank you Madame Asmaa and team.

Stayed in March 2025

Everything was wonderful.

The site is idyllic, the welcome warm, the food delicious, the area fascinating, the owner an excellent guide. It was just what we wanted; although about 20 minutes from Agadir, the beautiful garden and surrounding walks combined with the excursions offered by the owner, meant that we did not need to hire a car.

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing!

Everything about Riad Asmaa is better than you can imagine. It is perfect, very friendly and welcoming and the food and service is excellent. We will definitely come back again and again.

Stayed in February 2025

Constant Arabic music being played. I didn't mind it for 20 minutes. It sets the scene. But after a couple of hours, you yearn for something a little more recognisable. Also, be aware that the Riad is isolated, so make sure you take your own entertainment!

The hostess was attentive, and we had the entire Riad to ourselves. Which has beautiful gardens and a pleasant poolside area. The pool looked inviting, but you'd have been a hardier soul than I to swim in it. Chilly!

Stayed in January 2025

Riad Asmaa exceeded my expectations! This is a beautiful riad in a good location not to far from Agadir, perfect for those looking for peace and quiet. The garden was incredibly beautiful and well maintained with several small oases for relaxation, as well as there is a nice pool area. The breakfast was well proportioned and tasty, and they served a lovely three course dinner (Moroccan style of course). Last but not least, the staff was really service minded and professional in a warm and familiar way. I can highly recommend a stay at Riad Asmaa!

Stayed in November 2023

Friendly. and caring hosts. Very good dinner. The quality of the riad and attention to details. You feel super welcome and cared for. I would go there again.

Stayed in September 2023

Leaving to go back home to Switzerland!!!

Staying for our last four days and three nights at the Asmaa Riad (Agadir) -- ending our 11- day Moroccan tour and after much hoopla and beauty from Morocco’s mid-Atlantic coast e.g., Sini Ifni & Mirleft to its inner Taroudant & Marrakesh, was a perfect way to end our vacation. Impressive! Asmaa’s Riad is a traditionally elegant well-manicured Moroccan styled miniature palace. Our first view inside the Riad was heavenly. The interior secret gardens come with a meditative path. Our Junior Suite faced directly into the center courtyard’s refreshing pool. Now we could really relax. We were inside the heart of this palace and its architecture splendor. Moroccan Cooking Class Moroccan Tajine cooking class fresh meatball (Paleo) tomato sauce. After our first night with Asmaa & her staffs Moroccan cooking, I was grateful to take a personal 1:1 cooking class with Asmaa. Amazingly, I quickly learned how to use the traditional clay Tajine to make fresh tomato sauce and small fresh beef meatballs served with Couscous, fresh vegetable and for desert fresh sliced papaya and oranges picked right off of her tree. Personalized health-oriented and Moroccan culture excursions Asmaa offered us personalized healthy and safe excursions into the Agadir countryside to mediate to an impressive real-world visit to the Cooperative Argan Commune Rurale de Draga Agadir. Here we saw firsthand how the individual woman’s contributions in teamwork and collectively accomplishing a rewarding business goal. We learned how Argan oil is processed from the beginning to the end! Always understated and not pushy, Asmaa has local wares, spices, ceramics, and garments for sale. This meant that we did not have to barter in the bigger towns for any trinket to bring back home with us!!

Stayed in June 2023

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Stayed in December 2024