Riad la Cigale

–Excellent location - show map
Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

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About this property

Situated a 4-minute walk from Jemaa El-fna Square and 70 km from the Ourika Valley, Riad la Cigale is a traditionally-decorated riad which offers a rooftop terrace, a library and air-conditioned rooms with a seating area. The elegant rooms at Riad la Cigale feature local furniture. Some have a 4-poster bed and the private bathroom is fitted with a shower. A continental breakfast is available every morning. Guests can also request a Moroccan meal or go to the steam bath, available at an additional cost. You can request massage treatments at a surcharge. Other facilities in the riad are car rental, airport shuttle and Wi-Fi access in the public areas. It is located a 22-minute drive from Menara Marrakech Airport.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Property highlights

    • Situated in the real heart of Marrakech, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anthi
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Fantastic place, both the space and the people. The Riad is very intimate which is perfect if you want to actually talk to local people and limit your exposure to too many tourists, and retreat in a place of serenity away from the sounds of the...”
  • López
    Spain Spain
    “The girl of the riad was the Kindest Yasmin, a great hug for her”
  • Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location and team were very helpful. Good breakfast, clean and comfortable.”
  • Julie
    Australia Australia
    “Zachary and his team were friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The location was fantastic. Breakfast was good. Although in the heart of the Medina, it was very quiet, I loved our stay here.”
  • Hassan
    Germany Germany
    “The Riad was at the heart of the Medina but still in a calm and quiet street. Zakaria, Yasmine and Mariam were all incredibly kind and accommodating and the rooms were equipped with everything needed. I will definitely be back here for my next...”
  • Maria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely small riad in the heart of the city. Very friendly staff couldn’t have been more helpful. The room was small but perfect for one solo traveller. Clean and lovely breakfast served on the terrace. I’d go again”
  • Taru
    Finland Finland
    “Lovely small Riad a few steps away from the square. Very calm, quiet and peaceful. The room was tiny but cosy, very comfortable bed. Good breakfast on the rooftop. I also took a massage which was super relaxing. I would definitely recommend to...”
  • Charlotte
    Australia Australia
    “Comfortable, well located property. Wonderful staff and delicious breakfast.”
  • Camille
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “This quaint little riad really exceeded my expectations. It was s pretty and peaceful despite being so close to the chaotic medina. My single room was still very spacious and had everything I needed. And a special mention for the staff who went...”
  • Roland
    Germany Germany
    “The riad is located in the middle of the medina, so you can reach everything within minutes. The staff is super friendly and funny. Our room was spacious, clean and had a comfortable bed. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful. We would definitely...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Yassmine

Company review score: 10Based on 464 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Riad La Cigale is managed by Yassmine, a proud Marrakchi who is passionate about her heritage and culture and is the perfect host to welcome you to both Marrakech and Morocco. Yassmine speaks English, French, Turkish and Arabic, and studies physics at the University in her spare time. Her passion is to introduce visitors to the secrets and wonders of Marrakech, and to ensure a rejuvenating experience for our guests upon their return.

Property information

Riad La Cigale has been a guest house since 1992, when two Italian designers, using traditional materials and methods, transformed this 17th century Moroccan home into a unique and peaceful retreat in the heart of the medina. Our five unique rooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, seamlessly blend Moroccan architectural tradition and modern comfort. Our courtyard, salon, library and two rooftop terraces combine Moroccan and French styles to offer serenity and respite, even while five-minutes from Jmaa el-Fnaa, the historic center of Marrakech and a UNESCO World Heritage site. At Riad la Cigale, we are always here to guide you to the best sites, markets and restaurants, to offer advice and arrange travel, and to ensure that your experience of Morocco is magical, safe and surprising. We offer every guest a hearty breakfast, with homemade bread, fresh squeezed juice and Moroccan specialties. Lunch and dinner, too, are available, prepared by our in-house chef. If you book one of our personalized cooking classes, you can learn the secrets of Moroccan cuisine, create a Tagine or Tangia and enjoy the fruits of your labor by candlelight on our rooftop terrace. And please pamper yourself at our spa/hamma with a rejuvenating Moroccan beauty treatment (complete with black soap and argan oil). We look forward to welcoming you!

Neighbourhood information

Riad La Cigale is located in a quiet alley in Derb Dabachi and just a short walk from one of the main shopping and eating streets of the medina. We are two minutes from Jemaa al-Fnaa where the foodstalls, the music, the story-tellers, the henna artists will captivate you like no other space on earth. We will gladly direct you to the Secret Garden, the souks, local museums and palaces, restaurants and all the other sites in magical Marrakech. None are more than fifteen minutes away!

Languages spoken

Arabic,Berber,English,French

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Moroccan • Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian

House rules

Riad la Cigale takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
€ 10 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Riad la Cigale in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

License number: 40000MH0617

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