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About this property

Located in Bab Doukkala district in Marrakech’s medina, Riad Marrakech Shambala features an indoor swimming pool and a summer and winter lounge. Free Wi-Fi and free private parking are provided. The air-conditioned rooms are decorated in a traditional, Moroccan style with tadelakt and have access to the patio. They are all equipped with a private bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer and shower. Every morning, a continental breakfast is served in the dining room. There is a restaurant at the hotel where guests can sample typical, Moroccan and international food. The riad is within a 10-minute walking distance from Jemaa El Fna Square , Bahia Palace and Medersa Ben Youssef. Marrakesh Menara Airport is 8 km away and Marrakech Train Station is just 4 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Situated in the real heart of Marrakech, this property has an excellent location score of 8.3

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Halal


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 large double bed
Bedroom 4
1 double bed
Bedroom 5
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Joanna
    Australia Australia
    This is a delightful Riad in a great location. The staff are all very welcoming, kind and helpful. The rooms are very comfortable and delicious meals. I highly recommend.
  • Sebastian
    France France
    Good location in an authentic neighborhood. Walking distance to entertainment, restaurants etc
  • Keith
    Australia Australia
    Great location inside the Medina but still quiet and peaceful. Welcome tea was delicious and breakfast was a typical Moroccan breakfast which was great to start your day. Would definitely recommend to a friend
  • Nick
    United States United States
    Riad Shambala was an amazing place to stay! Rabiaa was a very helpful host who went out of his way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Breakfast was provided along with tea throughout the day, the Riad is on the doorstep of the medina and...
  • Natasha
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Rabia welcomed & hosted us as if we were family. His colleagues were also outstanding & the riad was kept exceptionally clean & well attended. Comfortable beds in traditional style bedrooms, plenty of bedding for colder nights, lots of very hot...
  • Gaetano
    France France
    Perfect stay for a trip to Marocco. The owner is the best helper. He can find everything, just ask.
  • Andreanne
    United States United States
    The heart of this riad truly comes from its staff. We felt very welcomed and supported by Rabia, who also helped to coordinate our day-trip to Essaouira. It was a sanctuary to come back to the riad after a busy day visiting the city. The hotel...
  • Aoife
    Ireland Ireland
    The best thing about the riad was the staff! They were so nice and kind and extremely helpful! Rabia informed us of everything to do as well as giving us some tips with taxis airport everything! Such genuine and lovely people! Would stay again 100% 💕
  • Maximilian
    Germany Germany
    The guys at the reception were incredible friendly and helpful
  • Roberta
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I liked everything. The style of the place, the location, the staff. All perfect. Super clean homely feeling. I will come again and I will recommend it to my friends.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Boobo Homes

Company review score: 9.8Based on 429 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Boobo Homes is a leading name in premium hospitality operating a collection of luxury apartments and serviced residences in London and boutique hotels in Marrakech. Known for our signature blend of local culture, world-class service, and sustainable practices, we create exceptional travel experiences for both leisure and business travelers. With a portfolio of 15+ award-winning properties, Boobo homes is recognized for its attention to detail, elegant design, and personalized guest experiences.

Property information

Riad Shambala is a family business

Neighbourhood information

El barrio donde se ubica el Riad, es la auténtica medina de Marrakech. En él, podrán descubrir como viven, comen, trabajan y se desplazan los habitantes de esta maravillosa ciudad. Los marroquís son un pueblo muy hospitalario que trata de ayudar al visitante en todo lo que necesita. Dentro del Riad, los niños y los mayores pueden disfrutar de las vistas de la ciudad en las terrazas, refrescarse en la piscina con un zumo o un té y pasar un rato divertido en el salón leyendo un libro, pintando o jugando con juegos de mesa y/ juguetes para los mas pequeños. Fuera del Riad, en la medina, pueden disfrutar de puestos de comida rápida, artesanos, tiendas típicas de alimentación, bazares para el turista, e incluso disfrutar de unas horas en un Haman o un masaje relajante. En la zona nueva, a menos de 10 minutos del Riad, pueden encontrar centros comerciales con todo tipo de tiendas y restaurantes de cadenas mundiales. La oferta cultural de la ciudad varí­a mes a mes; música, danza, cine, teatro,....

Languages spoken

Arabic,English,Spanish,French

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurante #1
    • Cuisine
      Moroccan
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Riad Shambala takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
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.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
6 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per child, per night
Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
€ 39 per person, per night

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

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

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroCash
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Riad Shambala 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.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result is mandatory to check-in to this property.

License number: 40000MH0779

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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