Hotel of the Week: Ryad Mabrouka
Planning on visiting Fez for a romantic break? We’d recommend one of the Fez riads just ten minutes walk from the ancient medina.
Hotel: Ryad Mabrouka
Address: 25 Derb El Mitter, Talaa Kbira, Fez Médina, 30200, Fez
Rating: ***
Ryad Mabrouka is a Fez hotel with romance at its heart. Should you be there to celebrate a honeymoon or other romantic occasion, the hotel staff will provide flower and wine in your room. Fez itself is steeped in romance and is Morocco’s oldest Imperial city, packed with spiritual and cultural highlights and with a truly magical feel.
The riad was built in 1920, making it comparatively modern for Fez. It was transformed into a guesthouse in 2000 and comprises six suites and two rooms. As well as a perfect retreat for couples, Ryad Mabrouka is ideal for those wanting to explore the city or people keen to relax and recharge their batteries.
Mabrouka’s interiors are well furnished and decorated with a mixture of French and Moroccan art. The sculpted platerwork, cedar wood ceilings and mosaics have been preserved and the hotel’s owners have also added contemporary comforts including air conditionng and heating in the ground floor guest rooms and en-suite facilities for all rooms.
All of the riad’s rooms are arranged around a central courtyard, which contains a swimming pool accessible through the internal courtyard, which contains a fountain surrounded by seating.
On top of the riad is a roof terrace where you will experience stunning views of the historic city and surrounding countryside. Here you will find ample sun beds to relax on.
Dinner is serverd on the veranda and is a combination of French and Mediterranean cuisine. If you fancy eating out, there are myriad eateries for every taste in Fez’s main square.
There are souks aplenty and many small shops to browse off the main square, but Fes is also surrounded by countryside and hiking, horse riding and cycling trips can easily be arranged.
Trips to the famous Roman ruins at Volubilis can be arranged, as can transfers to other cities in Morocco.
Morocco Gateway can offer special deals on your stay at Ryad Mabrouka. Click here to make an enquiry.
