Riad Assakina welcomes you with grace and humor in addition to attending to all your needs as a visitor to Marrakesh such as a carefully selected hamam.The...

Riad Assakina welcomes you with grace and humor in addition to attending to all your needs as a visitor to Marrakesh such as a carefully selected hamam.The element that makes Riad Assakina the best choice is your rapport with the proprietors-hosts. Traditionally, although this property was formerly a brothel, a riad was somene's home, and you are a guest in what served as a home. It is fitting to have a connection with your hosts.You will know you made the best choice to stay at Riad Assakina as you enjoy tea and cake. How better to enjoy the comforts of a home than with freshly made cake. Maybe it was a dream because I thought I was in heaven.The longer you stay at Riad Assakina the more artifacts and character you will discover. Beautiful decor everywhere, each room having its own color palette. The thick and rich fabric of the curtains created a cocoon for a good night's sleep. The bouquet of flowers, fresh fruit in the afternoon, chocolate on your pillow and a votive candle is all representative of the care taken by your hosts and their wonderful staff.You will enjoy a laugh at every turn by your host-rocker Grant and a boutique curated by your hostess-designer Michele.The terrace is spacious and comfortable where you would consider being to listen for the call to prayer or to relax and spot a stork.You are attended to at Riad Assakina with the utmost care as you yourself would attend to a guest in your own home.Thank you to Riad Assakina for holding a space for travelers to Marrakesh.

We stayed here for 4 nights at the end of July. The team at the Riad made it such an exceptional stay, helping us plan our trip and made us feel calm throughout...

We stayed here for 4 nights at the end of July. The team at the Riad made it such an exceptional stay, helping us plan our trip and made us feel calm throughout the entire time we were there! A lot of small special touches as well. We had the most wonderful time and would highly recommend it to anyone traveling in Marrakech!

My husband and I stayed 4 nights at the Riad Assakina early September. Because of the timing, we were unable to meet Michelle and her husband as they had...

My husband and I stayed 4 nights at the Riad Assakina early September. Because of the timing, we were unable to meet Michelle and her husband as they had to take a trip back to the UK. We were met by Naoual who was absolutely so welcoming. I will never forget the beautiful atmosphere when she opened the doors to us. The amazing smell of a combination flowers, mild incense and calming music was something I will never forget. Naoul offered us mint tea and gave us information about the Riad and surrounding area with recommendations to restaurants and shopping. From there, we were lead to our beautiful room. It was one of the suites on the second floor with a beautiful platform bed and gorgeous décor. The bathroom was huge with two sinks and a lovely shower. Our timing of the trip was lucky for us because they were in between guests so we had the whole place to ourselves. Every morning we were treated to a lovely breakfast on the terrace as well as afternoon tea. The Riad is such a beautiful sanctuary to come home to after the hustle and bustle of Marrakesh. The location is right beside the Bahia Palace, so a bit away from the busier squares. But that was ok for us. I had come down with a bit of a tummy bug on the 2nd day of our trip but felt totally taken care of by the staff especially Naoul. She provided me with some medicine and brought me mint tea and bread to the room. The night staff were so nice and always available to us if we needed anything. Big shout out to Hicham and Hakim also the chef and housekeeper. The only issue for me (but I'm very very fussy about this) was the bed. I prefer a softer bed and the one we had was quite firm. My husband thought it was fine, but I just needed to add that in as I like to know this type of information before I stay somewhere. There was also a bit of a sewage smell coming from the bathroom which can't be helped as it is a very old city and its just part of the experience. Just keep the bathroom door closed and it will be fine. Please don't let that put you off staying at this remarkable place. You will not be disappointed! Thank you to everyone at the Riad for making our trip to Marrakesh a trip to remember.

I stayed in Riad Assakina in March 2020, as the Covid-19 outbreak was accelerating. It was a calm, beautiful and welcoming oasis in the busy-ness that...

I stayed in Riad Assakina in March 2020, as the Covid-19 outbreak was accelerating. It was a calm, beautiful and welcoming oasis in the busy-ness that is Marrakech and the uncertainty that was enveloping us. Grant and Michele did everything they could to make our stay an oasis. The rooms were elegant, the food good, .the staff top notch, Many have been there for years, which attests to the positive atmosphere. Each afternoon were were offered mint tea and cake and Grant and Michele remembered my inability to eat nuts and seeds and were mindful of that in everything they served me. They made a home away from home for us. I recommend Riad Assakina extremely highly.

We stayed for 5 days in Riad Akkasina and I want go back immediately . Everything is more, better than expected . We travelled all over the world and I...

We stayed for 5 days in Riad Akkasina and I want go back immediately . Everything is more, better than expected . We travelled all over the world and I have never seen a hospitality like in this Riad . Michele is the best host you can imagine , with a lot of tips and she arranges everything you ask for . She has a great team and at least for the banana pancakes at breakfast we will return . The Riad is well located in the Medina , but also for trips to the new town or outside .

Team Assakina could not have been more helpful, friendly and kind. Attention to every detail of our trip was outstanding. From arranging taxis and air...

Team Assakina could not have been more helpful, friendly and kind. Attention to every detail of our trip was outstanding. From arranging taxis and air conditioned cars to organising trips beyond Marrakesh ,explaining where to go in the Medina and souks. Detailing all the museums around and about and booking us an incredbile Hammam.Heavenly breakfasts and afternoon tea and a differernt homemade cake every day. Gorgeous setting and surrounded by beautiful artefacts .Shady relaxed seating and resting areas and sun beds with fresh towels for sun lovers on the roof. Superb rooms and comfortable beds. I could not recommend any higher. Simply superb. You will miss a trick if you dont book this place.

My friend Charlie and I stayed at Riad Assakina for a two nights - and I wish we had stayed all week!! Our hosts, Michelle and Grant, were fantastic -...

My friend Charlie and I stayed at Riad Assakina for a two nights - and I wish we had stayed all week!! Our hosts, Michelle and Grant, were fantastic - Michelle knows the local area like the back of her hand. She provided fantastic recommendations on places to eat for lunch and dinner, museums to visit, areas to go to buy certain things, routes to walk - plus she organised us a trip to the most wonderful local Hammam. We also enjoyed delicious tea and homemade cakes in the riad every afternoon - all the employees in the Riad were super friendly, nothing was ever too much trouble. Drinking tea on the roof terrace of the riad with beautiful views was just a delight. The Riad is beautifully designed and our room had everything we could want - spotless, stylish decor, very comfy beds, great shower and a heating system to keep it cool in the day and warm in the evening. And our breakfasts were delicious and huge - I recommend the Berber eggs! We had the best two days of our trip by far in this riad - I couldn’t recommend it more. We will definitely be going back!