Step into the historic heart of Fes El Bali and unwind at Riad l'Artiste, where local flavors meet vibrant nightlife. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, dance the night away in the nightclub, or lose yourself in a book from the library. With high-speed WiFi and concierge services to guide your stay.
108 Bouajjara , Bab Jdid, Arsat lamdalsi, Fes, 30000
What's nearby
Bab Ftouh - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Blue Gate - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Place Bou Jeloud - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Borj Fez Mall - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Fes (FEZ-Saiss) - 29 min drive
Fes Station - 11 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Restaurant Ryad Nejjarine - 16 min walk
cafe rsif - 6 min walk
Le Tarbouche - 15 min walk
Fondouk Bazaar - 15 min walk
The Ruined Garden - 11 min walk
About this property
Riad l'Artiste
A great choice for a stay in Fes, Riad l'Artiste features a nightclub. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other features include a snack bar/deli and a terrace.
Languages
Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
5 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
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 15
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Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Secured uncovered onsite self parking (EUR 2.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Offsite parking within 328 ft (EUR 2 per day); discounts available
Street parking available
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Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private picnics
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Playground
What to do
Hot springs nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Library
Nightclub
Accessibility
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Day bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free newspapers
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and free wired internet
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international 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 1.02 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 20 per vehicle (one way)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 percent
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 5.0 per day
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs EUR 2.00 per night with in/out privileges
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 2 per day (328 ft away)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Riad l'Artiste B&B Fes
Riad l'Artiste B&B
Riad l'Artiste Fes
Riad l'Artiste Fes
Riad l'Artiste Bed & breakfast
Riad l'Artiste Bed & breakfast Fes
Frequently asked questions
Does Riad l'Artiste offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Riad l'Artiste 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 l'Artiste?
Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Riad l'Artiste?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 2.00 per night.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Riad l'Artiste?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 20 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Riad l'Artiste?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Riad l'Artiste and nearby?
Riad l'Artiste has a nightclub.
Are there restaurants at or near Riad l'Artiste?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.
What's the area around Riad l'Artiste like?
Riad l'Artiste is a short 15-minute walk from University of Al Quaraouiyine and 15 minutes' walk from Kairaouine Mosque.
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Riad l'Artiste Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Fair
Mar 1, 2024
Syed
Syed, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2023
Luogo incantevole, camere ampie, comode e colorate dotate di tutti i comfort a pochi passi dalla Medina.
Erika
Erika, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 28, 2023
The Riad itself was beautiful and the room was really spacious. The only thing we didn’t like was the smell coming from the bathroom. We were traveling as a couple and the host was only talking to my boyfriend, no interaction with me at all. Me as a girl I did not really feel welcomed.
Bellissimo riad con terrazza panoramica in un palazzo storico a 15 minuti a piedi da Bab Bou Jeloud. Camera spaziosa, colazione e cena ottime e l‘host Youssef fantastico ci ha fatto sentire a casa!
Irene
8/10 Very good
Nov 3, 2022
martin
8/10 Very good
Jan 17, 2020
Rapport qualité prix imbattable
Les points positifs :
- l'emplacement proche de tout dans la médina (5/10min de la place R'Cif, parking à 1min avec taxi)
- le riad en lui même très beau avec une magnifique et grande terrasse
- la gentillesse de notre hôte youssef toujours disponible
- la taille de la chambre et du lit
- l'excellent rapport qualité prix pour les petits budget, nuit plus petit déjeuner à un prix dérisoire.
- possibilité de payer en euros sur place la note.
- femme de ménage présente tous les jours
Les points à améliorer :
- l'odeur dans la salle de bain
- le manque de luminosité dans la chambre.
- la fraîcheur en hiver (soir/nuit/matin) mais chauffage Samsung puissant dans la chambre
En résumé y aller les yeux fermé si vous chercher un riad charmant, simple, bien placé, et avec un petit budget.
Willy
Willy, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 30, 2018
Good Riad; WiFi not reliable.
I have mixed feelings about this Riad.
Ups
- Nice decor. Beautiful building.
- Big room with an excellent heater.
- We always came back to a perfectly cleaned room.
- Youssef was a helpful fellow. At the same time he didn’t seem particularly interested in answering our questions (travel related) if we were not taking his travel offers.
- Good location, 15-20 mins from the core of the Médina.
Downs
- The WiFi didn’t work for us at all. We caught an open network and used it sparingly since it was open and was very weak anyways. Very frustrating.
- the water heater broke and we went without hot water for 1.5 days. We were given an electric kettle and a small tub. It got the job done but wasn’t fun. Once repaired, the heater worked well.
- No soap was provided. Apparently the hand soap was supposed to be used for showering. We had to run over to the closest shop to buy regular soap.
- Youssef set us up for a day trip to Meknès, Volubilis, and Moulay Idriss for 800 Dhs. The car and driver were good but we were taken to a grossly overpriced restaurant for lunch. Left a bad impression.
- We were quoted 1,600 for a transfer to Chefchaouen when we did it ourselves by private taxi for 600. That’s a big difference.
- The city tax was not included in the price. We had to pay cash and did not receive a receipt for it. Maybe that’s the norm.
- The breakfast was the standard fare.
Khanjan
Khanjan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2018
Vacanza Fes
Tt molto bene, ottima pulizia e la colazione consiglio
Loredana
Loredana, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2018
Had an amazing time with great service!
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2018
El personal es muy amable, te ayudan en todo y están pendiente de que todo esté bien. El desayuno buenísimo. El sitio es bonito y con encanto.
excellent accueil et bons conseils et aides de Youssef pour réussir son séjour a Fes
Verified traveler
4-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 19, 2018
Our experience at Riad L'Artiste was extremely disappointing.
We were greeted by Youssef who was aggressive and demanded he accompany us through the city and join us for dinner, which we did not want. He offered my boyfriend drugs and cut his toenails behind a partition while we ate breakfast. He took us to an overpriced, touristy dinner despite us saying this was the opposite of what we were looking for. To top it all off, he demanded we write a good review before we departed from Fes.
The riad itself is filthy and the bathroom smelled like there was a dead animal rotting in the tub drain. There were children's sheets on the bed, with no comforter, and the bath products smelled like they were special made for a stripper. It does not have a nightclub or a restaurant and there were no other guests to be seen.
The one positive was Youssef's father Mohammed, who we did have take us to spots around the city we had wanted to see. He was kind, thoughtful, and a pleasure to be with for a few hours.
We will not be revisiting Riad L'Artiste.
Holly
Holly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2018
Ottimo accoglienza. Fantastico Jussef
Marco
Marco, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2018
Super séjour !
Notre famille a passé un excellent séjour ! Nous avons reçu un excellent accueil. Notre chambre était spacieuse, les repas étaient vraiment excellents ! Nous avons réservé une visite avec une guide et les services d'un taxi pour des excursions que l'on recommande.
Hervé
Hervé, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2018
Muy cerca de una de las puertas de la Medina
Buen trato y personal muy atento y dispuesto a aconsejarnos y ayudarnos en todo momento.
El Riad es mucho más bonito que lo que muestran las fotos.