Riad 11 Zitoune

This was our first trip to Marrakesh, and for the first week, we chose a Riad in the middle of the center of the old Medina. We carefully selected Riad 11 Zitoune, and the place has fully lived up to our expectations. It couldn't be more centrally located, yet it is completely quiet, with birdsong being the only thing you hear. The place is really cozy, from the cool area downstairs, the room, and especially the lovely rooftop terrace where breakfast is served. The breakfast is really good and varies from day to day, but includes muesli, yogurt, omelet, and the most delicious freshly squeezed juice you can imagine. The cleaning is top-notch, with everything being cleaned daily. Many places like this receive commissions from the places they recommend, but here you can feel that it's more important that guests have the best possible experience, and Chaimae and the other staff are always ready to help with everything from restaurants to where to get the best hammam, as well as arranging airport pickups. If you and your partner are planning to visit Marrakesh, this is the place to stay. The rooms are cozy and vary from room to room, with a small sitting area in most where you can relax and check emails, etc. I was in a situation where I needed to check my emails a couple of times a day, and the Wi-Fi does not work optimally. I don't know if it is the Riad's system or the network in Morocco in general. We chose one of the bigger rooms, but still, more space for storing clothes would have been nice. I had to use my suitcase as a dresser so that my wife could have space for hers. Highly recommended from us.

This place was an oasis in a hot city. I agree with all the other great reviews - everything here was just perfect. The staff were so friendly and welcoming, the smell of the riad was delicious, the breakfasts were tasty and generous and the room was spotlessly clean and comfortable with a lovely hot shower and great bed sheets. The location is fabulous, just a couple of minutes from the main square, and felt very safe.

We loved everything! From being met at the airport to being dropped off at the end of our trip. The Riad is in the perfect location, a genuine oasis of peace and tranquility at the heart of the medina. The rooms are traditionally decorated to a very high standard. The staff were all excellent, especially the 2 Mohammeds, Zachariah and Madi, they all made our stay memorable, nothing was too much trouble. The breakfast was delicious and large, setting us up for a day sampling the delights of Marrakesh. We would definitely recommend staying at Riad 11 if you are in Marrakesh. Thank you for everything and we hope to see you again soon!

Staff were so friendly and knowledgeable. On arrival we were given a really useful introduction to the city, highlighting places to visit and how to make the most of our visit - along with what to avoid expecially in the main square. The food was excellent, both breakfast each morning and the tajine we had on our arrival. The Riad were excellent in organising airport transfer for €20 with hotel staff meeting us at the taxi drop off to lead us to the hotel in the Medina (the roads are too narrow to get a car near to the Riad). We chose to get our own taxi back to the airport as this was cheaper once we knew the city and only cost us the equivalent of €8.

Wonderful welcome from the very friendly owners and informative staff. Mint tea and sweet treats on arrival with advice on main attractions to visit in Marrakesh. Excellent options of tagine for lunch or dinner. Breakfast is wonderful with a selection of breads, pastries, fruit, eggs and tea or coffee with juice. Hot tub and seating on the rooftop terrace offers an option for sunshine and relaxation. Rooms are spacious and as described. Bed is comfortable and plenty of hot water. Location is just 5mins walk from Jemaa el-fnaa (main square) and many shops along the street to the riad. Ps - zitoune means olive!