In the heart of Marrakech, Riad Karmela offers a serene oasis with a free breakfast buffet, on-site spa treatments like body scrubs and massages, and an inviting coffee shop. Relax in the garden or unwind with laundry facilities at your disposal. With helpful staff and in-room WiFi, guests praise this riad for its warm hospitality.
10, Derb El Ferrane Azbezt, Place ben Saleh, Medina, Marrakech, 40000
What's nearby
Marrakech Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Le Jardin Secret - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Jemaa el-Fnaa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Bahia Palace - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Majorelle Garden - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Menara Airport (RAK) - 25 min drive
Marrakech Central Station - 24 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Chez Lamine Hadj Mustapha - 9 min walk
Nomad - 6 min walk
Café Chez Chegrouni - 9 min walk
Café des Épices - 5 min walk
Le Jardin - 8 min walk
About this property
Riad Karmela
When you stay at Riad Karmela, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Jemaa el-Fnaa and Marrakech Plaza. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body scrubs, or reflexology. Other highlights include 3 bars/lounges, a sauna, and a steam room. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 12:30 PM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via required shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (3 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
Offsite parking nearby (EUR 3 per day)
Street parking available
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Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning
3 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Built in 1800
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Full-service spa
Sauna
Steam room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Karmela has 2 treatment rooms. Services include massages and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Moroccan cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 15 per vehicle (one-way)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 3 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 10 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Karmela
Karmela Marrakech
Karmela Riad
Riad Karmela
Riad Karmela Marrakech
Riad Karmela Hotel Marrakech
Riad Karmela Riad
Riad Karmela Marrakech
Riad Karmela Riad Marrakech
Frequently asked questions
Does Riad Karmela offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Riad Karmela does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Riad Karmela?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Riad Karmela?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Riad Karmela?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 15 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Riad Karmela?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 12:30 PM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Riad Karmela?
No, this riad doesn't have a casino, but Le Grand Casino de La Mamounia (6-min drive) and Casino de Marrakech (7-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Riad Karmela and nearby?
Riad Karmela has 3 bars and a spa, as well as a steam room and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Riad Karmela?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Moroccan cuisine.
What's the area around Riad Karmela like?
Riad Karmela is in Medina, a short 11-minute walk from Jemaa el-Fnaa and 5 minutes' walk from Marrakech Museum.
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Riad Karmela Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a complete buffet offering a decent spread and a delight each day. (14 reviews)
The food at the property was excellent, including breakfast, and the dining options were very good. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Exceptional customer service , we got an exotic bedroom with our own terrace to enjoy sunrise and sunset. Excellent breakfast and Hammam!
Rahat
Rahat, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Beautiful Riad, an oasis in manic Marrakech
We had a lovely stay at Riad Karmela. It is a beautiful Riad hidden away in the medina. The downstairs courtyards and roof terrace are excellent and so quiet compared to the street level chaos. The location was ideal for exploring the centre of Marrakech, with all key sites in walking distance. The breakfast was good, with plenty of choice and we had 2 evening meals, which were excellent. We used the hammam, which is small but good, the massage was very good. We booked the airport transport and we were glad we did, as we're not sure we would have found the Riad without doing so.
Paul
Paul, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
Staying at the mini princesse was amazing, with our private road including private rooftop terrace and the facilities of the hotel across the street.
Fenna Elize Jobina
Fenna Elize Jobina, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
We stayed there for 3 nights and enjoyed it immensely. Our room had a beautiful terrace with sofa. We spent hours soaking sun and watching beautiful Atlas Mountains.
Vinayak
Vinayak, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2025
Beautiful hotel. Great customer service.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
My sisters and I had a wonderful stay at Riad Karmela. The staff were all incredibly helpful and friendly, we all agreed it was the best service we have ever received. I would highly recommend staying here, and would do so again next time I am in Marrakech.
Mary
Mary, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2024
Great stay!
Manfred
Manfred, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2025
Great experience
Our stay at Riad Karmela was an amazing experience. Perfect location and super friendly and helpful staff. We stayed at the Mini princess (house superior) and had a full house for our self included a beautiful roof terrasse where the staff very service minded brought us coffee each morning so we could enjoy the sunrise. Highly recommended if you are a group
Mari
Mari, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Great hospitality
Antonio
Antonio, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Amazing and welcoming staff
Chauncey
Chauncey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2024
Excellent in every way
The place is beautiful, the service 10 of 10, the stuff was incredible helpful. We just loved every second at Riad Karmela!!
Angela
Angela, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2024
Great location. Great friendly staff made superb effort to organize arrival logistics and meet any subsequent requests. Very authentic cultural experience on a first night in Morocco.
peter
peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2023
Nice and enjoyed the stay.
Javed
Javed, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Short and sweet
We had one lovely night here as we arrived from a tour bus and left the following morning for our plane but it was a very comfortable night. The staff were really helpful and friendly and the location in the heart of the Medina is great. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 11, 2025
old bathroom, need a lot of maintenance breakfast was nothing special, everything wal cold, the food was very good and the guys who served us were very friendly, except the guy who works at night in the reception, complicated for the transportation you pay for a taxi and you have to walk more than 10 mins doen's matter if you pay the taxi at the riad or not
aylin
aylin, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
Great staff from the front desk and the cleaners . Felt welcomed from the start . Really nice people
Moti
Moti, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Great proactive service.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2024
Rustic and design boutique hotelin the meiddle of the Medina. Wonderful staff, very quiet and relaxing. Excellent experience. Wonderful staff!
Carla Maria Teodoro
Carla Maria Teodoro, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2024
Very clean and super friendly team
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2024
Liked the location and friendliness of staff. Walkable distance to main square Jamaa El Fna. Many good food and shopping options around the place.
Vivek
Vivek, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2024
A wonderful calm space in the chaos of the medina
Kerry
Kerry, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2022
I would absolutely recommend this property. Great staff and service in absolutely beautiful surroundings.
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2024
Very sweet riad. Well appointed. Service was lovely.
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2023
The staff were helpful, accommodating and pleasant. The hotel accommodations themselves charming and relaxing. Highly recommend.
Caroline
Caroline, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2023
Very enjoyable stay
Very enjoyable stay. Staff were helpful and good location to explore Medina area and main square in Marrakech. Roof terrace was great to use. Service was good, massage in spa was good.
Would stay again.