Riad Ariha

A small riad in the Medina of Marrakech

Riad Ariha is a beautifully restored riad in the Marrakech medina combining the modernity of minimalism with the beauty of Moroccan craftsmanship.

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It is a centuries-old home in a quiet part of that chaotic jumble of streets and alleyways that is the medina (the old city). Recently completely restored in the traditional manner using authentic building materials, Riad Ariha offers modern comfort combined with the peaceful ambience of a former age. The furnishings are simple yet elegant, emitting an atmosphere of harmony, simplicity and quiet relaxation.

The hotel is built around a courtyard with a central fountain. In one wall there is an Islamic pool, ideal for dipping in to cool off in the warmer months, and made into a sitting area when it is cooler. On the ground floor, the salon is a cosy place to sit and chat, especially in winter when the fire will be lit in the tadelakt fireplace. Up on the first floor is another space to relax, the loggia overlooking the courtyard. Then finally there is a roof terrace with a Bedouin tent, a Moroccan daybed, sunbeds and of course a great view out over all of the medina, with the Atlas mountains in the distance. There is free wi-fi internet access for guests throughout the hotel.

Riad Ariha has just 5 bedrooms, very individual, each with its own bathroom with shower. One bathroom also has a bath – a tadelakt bathtub beneath a dome where light filters through the glass stars. Very romantic.

Finally, there is the hammam, where guest can enjoy a hot steam bath, or just relax with a traditional massage with essential oils like argan, lavender, rosemary, lemontree oil, thyme, comfrey and eucalyptus. Other beauty treatments can be arranged.

Restaurant:

Home-cooked Moroccan meals (lunch and dinner) are available to order, made with fresh ingredients purchased from the market and prepared by the Moroccan staff. Meals (including breakfasts) are served in the salon, in the courtyard, in the loggia or on the roof terrace; just wherever the guests prefer.

A Word From the Owner:

"We aim to offer good value and good service for our clients. Guests are welcome to use the common areas of the riad to relax : the salon with fireplace, the courtyard, the loggia on the first floor and the roof terrace with sunbeds."

Hotel Amenities:

IN THE HOTEL	IN YOUR ROOM
Lounge Satellite television Loggia Courtyard patio Hammam Dipping pool Rooftop terrace Free WiFi internet access Airport transfer available (see Room Rates table for details)	Telephone Complimentary safe Hairdryer Air conditioning and heating

Nearby Amenities:

Place Djmaa el Fna
Colourful Marrakech markets
Medrassa Ibn Youssef
Bahia Palace
Badia'a Palace
Majorelle gardens
Nightclubs
Tennis
Swimming
Horse riding

Places to visit:
Atlas mountains (the hotel can arrange day trips)
Essaouira

What We Say:

Very charming, very friendly. Nothing is too much trouble.

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Room Rates in Euros (2010)
	High Season	Normal Season	Low Season
	17 Dec - 2 Jan 26 Mar - 31 May	3 Jan - 25 Mar 1 - 30 Jun 1 Sep - 16 Dec	1 Jul - 31 Aug
Ground Floor Lemon Tree. Double bed. Wooden bathroom basin. (Photo) Rose. Twin beds. (Photo)	€ 82	€ 72	€ 65
Douriya Oleander. Queen-size double bed (or twin beds). Separate staircase. (Photo)	€ 92	€ 82	€ 74
First Floor Jacaranda. Queen-size double bed (or twin beds). Bathroom with bathtub and dome in the ceiling. (Photo) (Photo) Jasmine. Queen-size double bed. sitting area with fireplace. (Photo)	€ 112	€ 92	€ 83
Prices are per room per night including breakfast (2 people). All prices include all taxes. All rooms have private en-suite facilities. Extra bed: € 15 (child up to 12 years, in Jacaranda and Jasmine). No pets allowed. Alcohol is not served, but guests are welcome to bring their own. Airport transfer is available: 100 dirhams for 1-2 people, 150 dirhams for 3-4, 250 dirhams for a minibus for up to 10 people. An extra 50 dirhams for transfers before 8am or after 8pm. A credit card number and a 15% non-refundable deposit are required to confirm a reservation. The balance is payable two weeks prior to arrival for long-range bookings, i.e. more than a month away. For short-term bookings, the balance is payable on departure from the riad. Different terms apply for Christmas & New Year. Click Here For Currency Converter

Cancellations:

Cancellation must be received in writing (e-mail or fax) at least 30 days before scheduled arrival. Later cancellations are charged: 21-30 days before arrival: 25% of total amount; 15-20 days before arrival: 50%; 7-14 days before arrival: 75%; 3-6 days before arrival: 90% Less than 3 days before arrival: 100%