The atmosphere and the welcoming of everyone.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing

Do. 12. Juni 2025 Riad à l'Ombre des Orangers is a true gem in Marrakech. It was our first time in Morocco, and from the moment we arrived, we felt completely welcomed and comfortable thanks to the wonderful Julie-always warm, friendly, and incredibly helpful-as well as her lovely team and charming parents. The riad, which opened in early 2025, has been beautifully and lovingly restored to a high standard, seamlessly blending European comfort with authentic Moroccan charm. Pupa, the little Toy Poodle, is an adorable real-life teddy bear and quickly wins the hearts of everyone she meets. The riad itself is already wonderful, but it's Julie and her family who turn it into something truly exceptional. Julie gave us countless insider tips that we would never have discovered on our own and took care of everything for us: Dinner reservations, currency exchange, airport transfer, and more. Breakfast (and the optional dinner) was a delicious blend of traditional Moroccan flavors and European quality. It's rare to have this kind of experience: we arrived as strangers and left, after just three days, feeling like friends. We hope that many others get to enjoy the same wonderful time we had at Riad à l'Ombre des Orangers. A heartfelt thank to Julie, Beatrice, Domenique and Achraf

Stayed in June 2025

Not only was this my first time in Marrakech, it was only my first time trying a Riad. For someone who has never done anything of a shared space living/stay anywhere throughout whole their life, It is quite the experience I must say. We (me and my family which made a total of 5 adults divided over 2 rooms) were hesitant at first but after a while we started to adore the experience. It's like one big house where everyone has their own rooms with each their own toilet and bathroom. The accommodation has a very modern interior and feels very clean. I stayed for 3 days (2 nights) at the Riad and we were pleased with our stay. The owner is very passionate about the Riad and very client oriented. Our happiness was her pleasure and that showed. The Riad opened not too long ago but the service was mature. Breakfast was nice. Tea when desired was served with the typical Moroccan show. The roof terrace was a nice addition if you want to bake in the sun at day, but also good for relaxation at night. The Jamaa el Fnaa is a short 15 min walk and everything you would want to see in the old city (called Medina) is within a 15-20 min walk reach. If you want a Riad experience where cleanliness doesn't feel compromised and the service is provided with pleasure, then this is a recommendation for you.

Stayed in May 2025

We couldn't have asked for a better experience . The riad is excellent and Julie and her parents were wonderful hosts . Thank you for a lovely time .

Stayed in May 2025

Anything we didn’t like was remedied easily by Julie and her staff.

My trip to Morocco was extraordinary, largely thanks to the wonderful accommodation. It was absolutely perfect. The Riad—what they call a guest house—couldn’t have been better. It was both comfortable and traditional, cool and relaxing. The proprietor, Julie, is a truly delightful person. She gave us her personal attention and even woke up in the middle of the night to arrange a taxi to the airport—bless her. Breakfast was served to us as if we were royalty. Ashraf, a young waiter who takes care of the meals, was very polite and helpful. We explained how we liked our English breakfast tea, and by the end of our stay, he had mastered it perfectly. I’m not particularly fond of the traditional Arabic mint tea usually served in Morocco—it’s a bit too sweet for me, though the mint itself is excellent for digestion. So we carry our own teabags wherever we go. Fortunately, tea and coffee making facilities were available all day on the rooftop terrace. It was pure perfection. Dinner, prepared by local chefs Fatima and Sameera, was a true culinary delight. I’ve never tasted such a delicious tagine in my life. All in all, this is a fantastic place, run magnificently by Julie. The decor is beautiful, the bedrooms are comfortable, and there were no issues at all with the bathroom facilities. The air conditioning was superb and even had a jet setting that was very pleasant. The location is ideal—right in the heart of colorful Marrakech, close to everything. We also had the pleasure of meeting Julie’s parents, who help run the business. They are a lovely couple. I wholeheartedly recommend this place. I give it a 10/10—and two handfuls of gold stars! To be honest, I’m already missing it. A luxury and homelike experience that must be experienced surely. (This entire review was written by my mother, who loved every bit of her stay in Morocco because we had a comfortable Riad to return to)

Stayed in May 2025

Sophisticatedly styled, warm reception, great service.

Stayed in April 2025

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Stayed in August 2025

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Stayed in April 2025