The property was so peaceful, including the lovely terrace where you can relax and the room was perfect. Said, the manager, was an amazing host and was so helpful and kind. Breakfast was delicious!

Stayed in September 2025

We felt the evening meal was on the more expensive side. It really was delicious but 100 euros for 4 people without a choice is a little high.

Absolutely loved our suite - so beautiful! We also loved the rooftop terrace for cooling down in the pool! Said (I think the manager) was amazing and couldn’t do enough to help us! Even preparing a super early breakfast for us on our early departure and even walked us to our taxi with all our luggage! He is exceptional.

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing! Not a single bad word to say.

The riad was the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the Madina. Well looked after from the moment we stepped out of the taxi where Siad met us, and took us to the riad. Mint tea on arrival was a lovely touch after a long journey. The place itself is beautiful, from the rooms to the rooftop. The breakfast every morning was perfect. The location was great, the staff all very friendly. Siad always on hand to give recommendations and make sure we were ok! Our room was cleaned every single day with new towels. The shower was great! The room spacious and just felt so traditional. Would truly recommend this riad :-)

Stayed in May 2025

Everything! The service and welcome from Said- the atmosphere - the room - amazing little apartment perfect for 4 friends. The area seems a bit creepy outside but its perfectly fine and we never felt scared- the place was like a little sanctuary after a day in the busy souks. Highly recommend and Said met us from our Taxi too!

Stayed in March 2025

Dar Akal is a beautiful riad and the two bedroom suite was perfect for a stay with my parents. It was much more spacious than in the photos and lovingly decorated. Said and the rest of the staff were incredibly helpful and our dinner at the riad was one of our best meals.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing!

The Riad was simply wonderful . It’s like stepping into paradise after the busy medina. The decor is very tasteful with some beautiful authentic features. It is very quiet and relaxing. Breakfast on the roof terrace every morning was a treat. We had dinner at the riad on the first night which I recommend. Some of the best food we had. It’s the staff at the riad that are its greatest asset. The manager Said is elegant, friendly, very professional and unobtrusive. The ladies who cook and service the rooms every day looked after us so well. I have never experienced such a high level of hospitality

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing to we didn't like.

EVERYTHING 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Authentic Atmosphere** – The riad’s traditional Moroccan architecture, intricate tilework, and charming courtyard create an immersive experience. 2-Peaceful Escape** – Despite being in the heart of the Medina, the riad offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling souks. 3Warm Hospitality** – Said welcoming was filled with so much care and attention to detail. He is a true gentleman whilst offering the calm which is much needed in the beautiful and chaotic Marrakech. Our arrival dinner was so delish and full of wonderful flavours. 4.The stunning rooftop terraces with views of the Medina, and the the Koutoubia Mosque. 5- Delicious Breakfast** – A homemade Moroccan breakfast with fresh bread, pastries, and local jams is often included. These were the best start to the day. Served with much care from such wonderful staff. 6.- Elegant Rooms** – Rooms are beautifully decorated with traditional furnishings, comfortable beds, and unique details like carved wooden doors. 7 - Great Location** – Being close to Jemaa el-Fnaa, the souks, and historic sites makes exploring easy. 8. **Refreshing Pool** Would you like help tailoring a specific review for a riad you've stayed at?

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing!

Beautiful property with amazing staff. The rooftop is stunning!

Stayed in March 2025

As some people mentioned, it is a little way down a maze of passages which some may find hard to reach, but we were fine and felt safe

Tastefully decorated and extremely clean. Highlights were sitting in the central courtyard for mint tea, as well as sunrise delicious breakfasts on the roof. Slightly too chilly for us to use the pool, but we dipped our toes in any case! Plenty of little nooks around the roof terrace or main downstairs areas to relax in the sun or read a book. A special mention to the staff who did everything to help make our stay special, particularly the manager Siad! He is a true gem. Made my mother’s stay with his kind gestures for her birthday. Thank you! Hope to stay again in the future!

Stayed in March 2025

Liked everything

Dar Akal is a calm and elegant oasis in the center of town. Beautifully decorated, speak and spam, with delicious breakfast which was different every day. We really enjoyed the pool and the terrace, which has separate private areas. The host was extremely helpful and gave us many useful tips. He organized for us airport pickup/drop off, welcome dinner, and an excursion the mountains. Would really recommend and would definitely stay there again!

Stayed in February 2025

This Riad is a gem! An absolute oasis in the middle of Marrakech chaos! It is tastefully decorated and is spotlessly clean, with comfortable beds. Said is an amazing host. He speaks 6 different languages (!!!) and makes sure your stay is as comfortable as possible! He is a busy man, but will treat you like you are family and gives you all the time and attention you need. He gave us great recommendations on where to eat and what to see in our short time. When we had a little issue with the heater in our room, Said was very quick to see into it and replaced the heaters for us very promptly. Dinner is delicious and well worth it! Breakfast is also good with great strong coffee (or tea). Would also recommend getting a transfer from the airport as it may be a little hard to find the place on your first day.

Stayed in February 2025

Cold walls, we stayed in February and it gets chilly during the night. Not such a big deal as tou can use the A/C for warm.

Traditional riad with all comfort needed. Beautifully decorated. Said was such a good host, helping us with everything: walked us to the riad from where the taxis lets you (edge of the Medina), arranged for the luggages to be carried to the riad, attentive all along.

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing, it was excellent

Good location, very attentive, friendly and helpful staff. Said was there wherever we had a question or needed help. Excellent food, both breakfast and dinner. We had a beautiful suite with two bedrooms, plenty of room for a family. I had a massage and it was very good.

Stayed in February 2025

This was our second stay at Dar Akal. This place is a gem and offers everything you need for a fantastic stay. The staff is outstanding, Said is the heart and the soul of this place. His team is awesome too. The location is perfect. Inside the Medina, close to everything but still peaceful and relaxing. The rooms are spacious and perfectly clean. Breakfast and dinner are excellent in terms of quality, presentation and flavours.

Stayed in January 2025

Arriving at Dar Akal via the terracotta alleyways is an adventure in itself. Once stepping through the old wooden door you are literally transported into another world. The riad has beautiful, traditional features and oozes calm and serenity throughout. The scent of orange blossom greets you along with a bubbling water feature, large plants and trees in the central courtyard which is surrounded by relaxing areas and lounges. The rooms are all unique, comfortable and are cleaned everyday. The riad is so quiet and relaxing especially after a day out visiting the sites and wandering around the souks. All you can hear is the chattering of little birds from the rooftop. We were given a very warm welcome by Said and he helped us with maps and landmarks as well as recommendations of places to visit and eat at. He shared his local knowledge and would go out of his way to accommodate our every need. We especially enjoyed the breakfast on the terrace, over the 4 days it was always something different from local breads, chapatis, cakes, omelets, fruit salads, yogurts, juices and fresh marmalade. Watching the sun go down at the end of each day on the terrace with a pot of mint tea was one of our favourite parts of the day. The location was fantastic as you could walk to the souk, secret garden and Madrasa Ben Youssef to name a few but even though you were centrally located it was so quiet. The staff were fantastic and we felt very at home to the point where we really didn't want to leave. We cannot recommend Dar Akal enough and will definitely be returning!

Stayed in January 2025

Such a cool location in the older area of Marrakech. Breakfast was yummy and Sayyid was so professional and helpful.

Stayed in January 2025

Staff were super friendly

Stayed in January 2025

I liked everything

Said was so wonderful and gave us fantastic advice on where to visit and eat ❤️

Stayed in January 2025

It is not very easy to find. You need to walk through some small alley to access.

It’s beautifully decorated, located in a calm and quiet corner. The room is big and comfortable . Said is very helpful to explain us the various travelling details. The breakfast at the roof is very nice.

Stayed in December 2024

Really nice and quiet location, beautiful terrace and room. Saïd was a super helpful and couldn’t have been nicer.

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing

Stayed in December 2024

Everything. Clean, very nice host, beautiful room, relaxing rooftop, good location. Merci Patrick, merci Saïd.

Stayed in November 2024

We liked just everything about Dar Akal! The beautiful setting, our fantastic suite, the terrace, our two wonderful dinners on the roof top terrace, the good breakfast and the wonderful and helpful staff especially Said the manager who took great care if our well being. I can warmheartly reccomend this place to anyone. I really also reccomend taking their chauffeur from tha airport and for excursions. We had great days in ghe Atlas Mountains and another one in Essouira. Also a dinner on the terrasse if couscous or tajine … just delicious if anything negative we ate TOO MUCH as it was so good!

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing! The pictures don’t do the place justice

Dar Akal was incredible, location is great (but the Medina noise melts as way you walk through the door of the riad!), beds are comfy, showers are great, facilities are absolutely beautiful! Said is so warm and welcoming. don’t be put off by the location as Said will orientate you when you arrive. Navigating the alleys to the riad turned out to by relatively simple, day and night! breakfast on the rooftop was lovely. Would return in an instant!

Stayed in October 2024