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Reviews of Riad Sesame

N°5 Derb Zaouia Bab Doukkala, Medina, 40000 Marrakech, Morocco

#156 of 507 B&Bs and Inns in Marrakech

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 118 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 1 March 2025

    10
    Authentic riad
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super friendly and helpful staff, very good breakfast and great location.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2025

    10
    Beautiful, clean and a very helpful host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The traffic took a little while to get used, also when in the markets it’s difficult to look without being encouraged to buy something. You can easily get lost inside the souks.

    The host was absolutely amazing and made us feel so welcome. Breakfast was beautiful and all laid up in the dining area. Traditional and delicious. The Riad itself was located in a central location easy to walk about the town and markets. Although initially tricky to locate due to no street signs once we found our bearings everyone was close by. The locals are extremely helpful, although some do request a tip. Be mindful on the roads as the traffic doesn’t stop for anyone and can be chaotic at times (you will get used it!) lovely local restaurants and very good value for money about £12-£16 for 2 people to enjoy a meal. This usually includes olives and bread. Alcohol is not served at most eatery’s. But can be found in the carrfores (supermarkets) . All in all a wonderful experience. Would definitely recommend the Riad Sesame and will be returning

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2025

    9.0
    Perfect weekend away in a very nice little Riad
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not her fault,but Booking.com said English was spoken here,but the lady who owns and runs the place had very limited English,We managed though

    Great location with a very attentive landlady,We wanted a authentic Moroccan experience and we got it here.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2025

    8.0
    One Ryad inside the medina, 15 mins from D. El Fna
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Missing carpets/ rugs in the bedroom.

    The warm little cozy Room.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2025

    8.0
    A Riad close to Bab Doukalah.
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small Room and too small WC. A pity that the crédit card machine ess Not working.

    The kindness of Ms.Latifa.Nice breakfast.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2024

    10
    Very nice stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Extremely friendly and available staff

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2024

    9.0
    Safe, clean and traditional property.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    To be honest not much that I didn't like, if there was 1 thing, I would say the soap in the bathroom, there was one, that smelt nice, but didn't quite do the job like I was used to.

    It was exactly what we have expected and were looking for. Traditional place, clean, comfortable. The hosts were very welcoming and friendly, willing to accommodate all your needs and provided a lot of advise. Although at first glance the street looks a bit to the side, it is actually safe and very well lit. My friend and I, 2 girls, came to the hotel even at midnight without any issues. I would recommend this place and I would go there again.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2024

    8.0
    Great place to stay in Marrakesh.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Be aware: In the riads all the rooms show towards the inner patio, so you can´t hear the noise from the streets, but from the other rooms.

    Madame Latifa is the person in charge at the Riad. She was very helpful and very kind. We could even leave our luggage for 2 days for free in the Riad, while we were on a trip. She organized us a taxi to pick us up from the airport and back. The Riad is very good located, close to the Medina and the markets. Many restaurants around.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a problem below the sink. There was a problem under the sink. Water was dripping on the carpet on the floor and it was smelling not nice.

    All staff were very helpful and welcoming.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2024

    10
    Superb!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This property truly felt like a home. Everyone was taking such good care of us. The bed sheets and all the towels were changed everyday which felt super pleasant. The breakfast was exceptionally good, we got offered tea when we arrived… Anyway i could keep writing how nice it was but if you’re looking for a superb Riad to have nice holidays you got it with Riad sesame!

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 November 2024

    10
    Great place! The staff is super and very helpful. The rooms were very clean and the bathroom was well maintained. The l
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Landlord - Latifa, Breakfast, clean rooms, vibe.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2024

    8.0
    traditional riad
    • People with friends
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    breakfast, no fruits, or yogurt. too much bread related products

    lady who own the place. the best ever

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nice stay. Traditional Riad.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2024

    10
    Petar Petrov
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was perfect.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2024

    10
    Fantastic riad
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Acoustic insulation

    Breakfast, room, staff, location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Very nice traditional Riad, 10 minutes by feet from the central square, at a very convenient price. Latifa is a very kind lady, attentive to every need of her guests. The room was cleaned every day. Happy to have choosed this location.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2024

    8.0
    Nice place
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was so dim... with cold light.

    Friendly lady, quiet and clean place, big bathroom, good location, only 20 min walk to the main square. The breakfast was ok.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything, the host, was amazing. Very easygoing and very helpful with direction. She has a lovely son as well. She recommended places for us to visit. I had the best pancake ever, and She wrote the recipe for my daughter. I'll be going back in November. Ac in room, very comfortable bed, breakfast was superb with different variety, the amlou was perfect. The furnishing is beautiful. Excellent all the way.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location and friendly host

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2024

    8.0
    Simple and nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great but we were a little disappointed with bathrooms Considering we were in a Muslim country I was surprised that the toilets did not have a arabic shower But overall everything was wonderful

    The place was very clean and the host Latifa was very warm and welcoming The breakfast were fresh and a good variety. The Riad was nice and pretty and most importantly the location was perfect. It is based in the central location and thus convenient to walk to most places

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2024

    10
    A thoughtful home provides a perfect accommodation that fully enjoys the Moroccan folklore style.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not dissatisfied. Knowing French can make communication more convenient.

    If people in the same trade hope to fully enjoy the local folk customs, this is the market outside, and there are many very delicious restaurants. We arrived at the hotel after nine o'clok in the evening. When we arrived, the hostess provided us with free mint hot tea and snacks, which my mother liked very much. In the evening, we wanted to go out and find something to eat. The hostess immediately found us a map, marked the nearby markets and restaurants in detail, and told us the prices and product differences of several markets. Someone comes to clean up the guest room every day, and the room is very tidy. You can get to the hotel soon after you get off the taxi, and the location is super safe. There are more than three kinds of bread, jam, nut jam, honey, coffee and milk, and mint tea for breakfast. The service staff was very friendly and enjoyed the breakfast. When we left, the hostess took the initiative to call a taxi for us. The bed in the room is very soft, as warm as home, and has folk characteristics. It's a perfect place. I'll choose it again when I come back.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    8.0
    We liked it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Little bit expensive

    Very friendly people and super clean place, the area is also really really nice! It is close to everything but still peacefull

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    9.0
    Very comfortable traditional riad.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I managed to trip over a small step which was not marked. The staff were very concerned and helpful. Fortunately, there was no real damage.

    Riad is tucked away in a little back street. When we got there, the neighbours were demolishing and the riad moved us away from the noise, which thankfully stopped late afternoon. We had an early departure, so the lady in the riad kindly did us a "packed breakfast"!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    9.0
    Would recommend Riad Sesame
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Is not a dislike as such but the rooftop terrace wasn't open during our stay because it was considered too cool in the evening but did miss that little bit of outside space. Not sure when that would be open so worth asking before booking if this was an important factor when making a reservation

    Close to Medina markets. Housekeeper very accommodating especially as on arrival we were offered herbal tea and biscuits despite being in the evening. Rooms had everything you would need including essential air con and cleaned every day. Loved the breakfast too 😋

    Stayed in May 2024

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