Riad Olema et Spa

Amazing Riad with super friendly staff and stunning pools and chill areas

Everything about this stay was perfect. A calm oasis and retreat from the chaos outside! We particularly liked the relaxed breakfast each morning. We didn’t eat any other meals here but enjoyed some coffee/tea by the pool. The terrace up on the roof was a lovely space and our room itself had everything we needed. Staff were fantastic especially Hakim who looked after our side of the Riad. The souks are a short walk away and once you navigate those, the main square takes about 20mins to reach. Some tips: At the top of the alley when you leave the riad, turn right and about 2 shops down is a bakery with priced items at a fraction of the tourist price. Keep walking further down to the right and once it becomes more of a ‘market’ there are a few charcoal bbq places where they’ll grill some meat with spices and pop it in some fresh bread with sauces for honestly 10% of what some tourist restaurants are charging for a main meal.

Our experience at Riad Olema was amazing. The host Samir was welcoming and very knowledgeable, he gave us excellent information on hiring cars as we were in Morocco for a road trip. The riad is clean and the breakfast was delicious. The pool was right outside our bedroom, with this we really did have a true Moroccan riad stay. This Riad also has a lovely roof terrace with a Jacuzzi.

The riad was a quiet place to relax despite the hustle and bustle from outside. Staff were polite, friendly and willing to help with a smile. There are two resident cats and one tortoise which kept the children entertained after returning from a busy day exploring. Spa was also relaxing. Thank you.

Our first time visiting Marrakech, and Riad Olema made it a trip to remember. The location of the Riad was great, it was only a short walk into the Souks and to the restaurants that we had booked, but also close to the city walls so we could also easily walk to Jardin Majorelle or get a taxi. The staff at the hotel were so helpful, giving us recommendations for our visit, ensuring we had airport transfers, and always asking if we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The Riad has 2 pools on the ground floors - which whilst not in the sun during the day and quite cold - were so refreshing to dip into after a hot day walking around the city. There was also a jacuzzi on the rooftop if you needed to cool off after some sunbathing. Lastly, the breakfast was lovely - I was slightly worried about this as I didn't see many reviews about the food but it was great! 5 stars overall, thank you Riad Olema!

Zu allererst die Lage. Das Riad ist mitten in der Medina von Marrakesch gelegen. Jeder der das volle Erlebnis Marrakesch erleben möchte, muss hier gewesen sein. Die Unterkunft ist liebevoll gestaltet und eingerichtet, mit vielen Gegenständen die man auf den Souks von Marrakesch kaufen kann, genial. Die Unterkunft hat ein toll gestaltetes Rooftop mit Whirlpool dassl zum verweilen einlädt. Insgesamt sind es zwei Gebäudekomplexe die über das Rooftop verbunden sind. Dort befinden sich jeweils ein kalter und ein beheizter Pool. Sehr toll für Tage an denen man im Riad bleibt. Zusätzlich bietet das Riad ein Spa an, in welchem man Massagen und Hammam buchen kann. Aber kommen wir zum Highlight. Das Personal. Das Personal ist rund um die Uhr vor Ort und steht für alle Fragen und Bitten zur Verfügung. Ich war begeistert. Man wird vom Transfer abgeholt, Koffer werden ins Zimmer getragen, man bekommt eine Einweisung in das Riad, man bekommt mittels Stadtkarte alle relevanten Orte gezeigt und erläutern. Wirklich toller und einzigartiger Service. Vielen Dank.

Book this Riad now- you will not regret it! The customer service here is outstanding. Hakeem, Sameer and their team provide 5* stellar customer service. They will make you feel right at home whilst tending to your every need with the utmost warmth and care. I truly hope I see the same staff here when I return in future years because they are a total asset to this gorgeous place. The Riad itself is exquisitely beautiful with a perfect ambience to feel you feel soothed and relaxed. Whether you want to sun yourself on the gorgeous rooftop terrace, have lunch poolside or pet the well-behaved house cats (or tortoise!). This stunning Riad and its staff will make this the perfect place for you to unwind and is a safe haven away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. Breakfast is a tasty rotation of speciality pastries, crepes, bread, fruits etc. Its just the right amount of food to start your day off right. One minor issue I have is the fact that the rooftop jacuzzi is not the same as the photos shown on their website which is odd. In reality, it is an older jacuzzi made with green tiling and needs to be upgraded in order to match the image that we see online. This is my only qualm. The rest of the Riad is stunning and is exactly like the photos online so don't let this one minor thing put you off at all. Still a 10/10 experience- Book now!

This Riad is beautiful and is very spacious. The staff are excellent and helped us to organise excursions and airport transfers seamlessly. The pools and rooftop are also lovely. It’s easy to walk around to great restaurants and to the lovely souls, so a perfect location. We absolutely loved our stay.

Amazing riad. The staff is really working hard to make sure your stay is perfect.greqt breakfast. Close to the city center. A lot of shops and coffee/restaurant close by. There are 2 swimming pools. Loved the place. There are 2 domestic cats in the hotel very easy and loving ones.

Loved it! Centrally positioned, beautifully looked after, friendly and stylish. Roof terraces are phenomenal, endless seating areas, jacuzzi, power points for phone charging whilst you sunbathe, plants everywhere. Gorgeous! Rooms/ bathrooms very clean and extremely attractive, traditional lighting. ate here twice - on both occasions food excellent. All staff polite and helpful, but the star is Abdul. Nothing was too much, always ultra helpful - booking trips, suggesting restaurants and booking them for us, giving us info on different places, going through the map with us circling areas of interest. This sadly didn’t stop us from getting lost, so he recommended a guide. We had the same guide that someone complained about in an earlier review. Youssef. Yes, after taking us to lots of historical areas, he did ask if we wanted to shop, and take us into large shops where he was clearly known. But he did also make the point that the products in these shops were quality, genuine and made in Marrakech. Also he assisted in bartering twice! I bought some lights with him. On getting them home they are clearly top quality/wired properly. I bought cheaper lights later, (without him) from a souk store….vendor insisted were made in Marrakech. Examining them at home, the wiring is dubious and they are clearly nowhere near the same quality. Also they are wrapped in a Chinese newspaper…point made. The only reason not to stay in this lovely Riad is if climbing stairs is an issue.

We stayed at the riad in June 2023 and couldn’t recommend it more. The staff on hand were all so welcoming and friendly, and the setting of the riad is stunning. Our room and facilities used were all clean and fresh and the dining options were absolutely delicious. The on site spa i would also highly recommended. The surrounding area offers other restaurants and cafes should you wish to enjoy, and we found the location great for pretty all major tourists spots we visited. I would definitely recommend the riad for families / couples / solo travellers just wanting to explore Marrakesh. Definitely be coming back!

Lovely riad with hospitable staffs. The staffs were warm and welcoming. The building is very beautiful! Highly recommend

I’ve visited several riad in Marrakesh and this was my favourite. It’s clean, tastefully curated, the bedrooms are very comfortable and the rooftop is massive. Furthermore, Riad Olema has the best heating I’ve experienced in Marrakesh and the entire riad smells fragrant. I’ve been in Marrakesh for a month and will be here for another 2 months but I plan to have retreats here during the week just for some extra quiet and comfort.

Our experience at Riad Olema was amazing. The host Samir was welcoming and very knowledgeable, he gave us excellent information on hiring cars as we were in Morocco for a road trip. The riad is clean and the breakfast was delicious. The pool was right outside our bedroom, with this we really did have a true Moroccan riad stay. This Riad also has a lovely roof terrace with a Jacuzzi.

Het was een prachtige Riad, alles was er. De kamer en accommodatie was schoon en zag er verzorgd uit. Het personeel was integer, vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Heerlijk verwisselend ontbijt, je kon er prima lunchen.

Received tea and biscuits on arrival, beakfast included. Clean and confortable quite lovely. Friendly staff.

I highly recommend staying at Riad Olema. The Riad, is maintained well, it is very clean, stylish and has lots of facilities. The staff are so friendly and helpful. Especially Hakeem ! He went above and beyond during our stay. When we first arrived, he explained the best restaurants and places to visit in Marrakech. He offered us moroccan tea and treats and gave us a tour of the Riad. He went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable at all times, and asked about our visits. He would serve us breakfeast every morning which included toast, fresh yogurt, jam, omeletes, pastries etc. The food at the Riad is divine ! He also gave us warnings about some people in the area and how they might approach tourists so to remain cautious. Fortunately, we did not have any problems all the locals were lovely. The Riad is in such an ideal position, markets, tourist spots etc are all within walking distance which means you will be able to see alot in a short space of time and really embrace authentic Morrocan culture and cuisine. Overall, I would rate this Riad 5 out of 5 stars !! If you want luxury at a fair price with fantastic service this should be your top choice. If it was not for Hakeem and his service our trip would not have been as memorable to us. He is a fantastic staff memeber and more than that an outstanding genuine person !! Pick this Riad for the best time in Marrakech, you won't regret it !!!

The property was clean, friendly and helpful staff. Open courtyard, well maintained. Quick access from the drop off. Only suggestion maybe having the name posted in main road so can be found easily for the first timers.

A great Riad and stay! Everyone is so kind and helpful. They helped us with a taxi to and from the airport along with a guide our first day in Marrakech. Rooms are clean and cozy and breakfast is great. Highly recommend!

Loved it! Centrally positioned, beautifully looked after, friendly and stylish. Roof terraces are phenomenal, endless seating areas, jacuzzi, power points for phone charging whilst you sunbathe, plants everywhere. Gorgeous! Rooms/ bathrooms very clean and extremely attractive, traditional lighting. ate here twice - on both occasions food excellent. All staff polite and helpful, but the star is Abdul. Nothing was too much, always ultra helpful - booking trips, suggesting restaurants and booking them for us, giving us info on different places, going through the map with us circling areas of interest. This sadly didn’t stop us from getting lost, so he recommended a guide. We had the same guide that someone complained about in an earlier review. Youssef. Yes, after taking us to lots of historical areas, he did ask if we wanted to shop, and take us into large shops where he was clearly known. But he did also make the point that the products in these shops were quality, genuine and made in Marrakech. Also he assisted in bartering twice! I bought some lights with him. On getting them home they are clearly top quality/wired properly. I bought cheaper lights later, (without him) from a souk store….vendor insisted were made in Marrakech. Examining them at home, the wiring is dubious and they are clearly nowhere near the same quality. Also they are wrapped in a Chinese newspaper…point made. The only reason not to stay in this lovely Riad is if climbing stairs is an issue.

I’ve visited several riad in Marrakesh and this was my favourite. It’s clean, tastefully curated, the bedrooms are very comfortable and the rooftop is massive. Furthermore, Riad Olema has the best heating I’ve experienced in Marrakesh and the entire riad smells fragrant. I’ve been in Marrakesh for a month and will be here for another 2 months but I plan to have retreats here during the week just for some extra quiet and comfort.

We loved our stay at Riad Olema! The owners and staff are the friendliest and accommodating. The area is close to everything without feeling crowded or noisy. The property itself is beautiful as well. Our only issue was with our room being very dark and spotty wi-fi in the room. Would stay there again!

Beautiful riad in the medina. Easily accessible from Bab Doukkala. Friendly hosts and excellent breakfast. Pleasant sitting areas with pool and open fires. Interesting roof terrace. Only criticism is that the bedroom we had was a bit of a squeeze. Fine for 1 night but would have been a bit limiting if staying longer.

Riad Konstruktion bedeutet Unterhaltung Unterste Ebene schallt in alle Zimmer nach oben, besonders Nachts problematisch. Service und Personal excellent.

I need a tv when I stay in an accommodation. I also need a small frig. I wanted eggs for breakfast but there was a charge. My room was very noisy.

We booked this Riad for the last 3 nights of our trip and could have stayed much longer. The accommodations were incredibly comfortable and peaceful. Service was perfect and we absolutely loved Samir. I would absolutely recommend this Riad

Tres bonne adresse pour les raison suivantes : Accueil très chaleureux par L’Equipe et la propriétaire du Riad Tres bon emplacement Décoration très sympa Chambres spacieuses et bien équipées

Great stay, the staff were really friendly and helpful. Pool areas are only small and depending on what room you go for you can be “overlooked”. Room was in fantastic condition, but a little small if you have large bags with you. Breakfast was tasty and served efficiently. Overall a great stay and i would recommend.

Absolutely lovely Riad with super nice staff. Very serviceoriented. We had the best room of the house (room 7) and enjoyed it very much. Very very recommendable.

Gorgeous room, lovely staff who couldn’t do enough for us. Amazing views over the city from the roof top. Walkable to all the main attractions, souks and this Riad is a real find.

Beautiful Riad in Madina and close to everything in Marrakech. The Riad is super quite with plenty of spaces to unwind and relax. The staff couldn't do enough always going out of their way and are on hand to help at all times. I would stay here again.

Everything about this stay was perfect. A calm oasis and retreat from the chaos outside! We particularly liked the relaxed breakfast each morning. We didn’t eat any other meals here but enjoyed some coffee/tea by the pool. The terrace up on the roof was a lovely space and our room itself had everything we needed. Staff were fantastic especially Hakim who looked after our side of the Riad. The souks are a short walk away and once you navigate those, the main square takes about 20mins to reach. Some tips: At the top of the alley when you leave the riad, turn right and about 2 shops down is a bakery with priced items at a fraction of the tourist price. Keep walking further down to the right and once it becomes more of a ‘market’ there are a few charcoal bbq places where they’ll grill some meat with spices and pop it in some fresh bread with sauces for honestly 10% of what some tourist restaurants are charging for a main meal.

There were cockroaches in the washroom. We paid through Expedia and Alexandra, the French owner didn't care. She tried to cheat us. She added a night. She tried to charge us taxes for our daughter who is only 10. We showed her our receipt that we paid through Expedia for everything and she didn't care. She tried to change our currency which is against Expedias policy. Everything was paid for through Expedia in advance including the extra guest. They added an extra night as well. She did not care. Cheats.

Everything is amazing. Good location, the service is very personalized and the premises are amazing.

Zu allererst die Lage. Das Riad ist mitten in der Medina von Marrakesch gelegen. Jeder der das volle Erlebnis Marrakesch erleben möchte, muss hier gewesen sein. Die Unterkunft ist liebevoll gestaltet und eingerichtet, mit vielen Gegenständen die man auf den Souks von Marrakesch kaufen kann, genial. Die Unterkunft hat ein toll gestaltetes Rooftop mit Whirlpool dassl zum verweilen einlädt. Insgesamt sind es zwei Gebäudekomplexe die über das Rooftop verbunden sind. Dort befinden sich jeweils ein kalter und ein beheizter Pool. Sehr toll für Tage an denen man im Riad bleibt. Zusätzlich bietet das Riad ein Spa an, in welchem man Massagen und Hammam buchen kann. Aber kommen wir zum Highlight. Das Personal. Das Personal ist rund um die Uhr vor Ort und steht für alle Fragen und Bitten zur Verfügung. Ich war begeistert. Man wird vom Transfer abgeholt, Koffer werden ins Zimmer getragen, man bekommt eine Einweisung in das Riad, man bekommt mittels Stadtkarte alle relevanten Orte gezeigt und erläutern. Wirklich toller und einzigartiger Service. Vielen Dank.

Book this Riad now- you will not regret it! The customer service here is outstanding. Hakeem, Sameer and their team provide 5* stellar customer service. They will make you feel right at home whilst tending to your every need with the utmost warmth and care. I truly hope I see the same staff here when I return in future years because they are a total asset to this gorgeous place. The Riad itself is exquisitely beautiful with a perfect ambience to feel you feel soothed and relaxed. Whether you want to sun yourself on the gorgeous rooftop terrace, have lunch poolside or pet the well-behaved house cats (or tortoise!). This stunning Riad and its staff will make this the perfect place for you to unwind and is a safe haven away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. Breakfast is a tasty rotation of speciality pastries, crepes, bread, fruits etc. Its just the right amount of food to start your day off right. One minor issue I have is the fact that the rooftop jacuzzi is not the same as the photos shown on their website which is odd. In reality, it is an older jacuzzi made with green tiling and needs to be upgraded in order to match the image that we see online. This is my only qualm. The rest of the Riad is stunning and is exactly like the photos online so don't let this one minor thing put you off at all. Still a 10/10 experience- Book now!

We enjoyed the peacefulness within this lovely traditional Riad. On arrival, the staff were very friendly, and brought us mint tea to relax after the journey. Good explanation of where to go/visit, and a tour around the terraces and facilities. Throughout our whole stay, the staff were helpful in organising some private tours for us., and nothing was too much trouble. Akeem was exceptionally helpful and looked after us superbly. Would definitely recommend this Riad, and we felt we had good value for money. Any downside would be probably the breakfast variety, very nice but could possibly do with a bit more variety....only had a few other snacks there so cant really judge as we were out for meals. Our stay was for 9 days and thoroughly enjoyed the trip.

A great Riad and stay! Everyone is so kind and helpful. They helped us with a taxi to and from the airport along with a guide our first day in Marrakech. Rooms are clean and cozy and breakfast is great. Highly recommend!

This hotel is interesting! While the building is intriguing, the staff don’t know how to run a hotel. As an example, they said they will start serving breakfast at 8am, and based on that we scheduled our taxi, and day’s activities. When we came down at 8am, there was no one in the equivalent of the lobby, with the exception of a man, sleeping and snoring loudly on a sofa! After a while we found the guy who was supposed to get our breakfast ready, and after about 20min he started putting a few small cups of yogurt, a few small packs of butter and jams on the table. And when I told him that we are on the clock and need to leave soon, and asked him for other things that he had forgotten like bread and coffee, he didn’t like it, and he gave us the cold shoulder!

The staff at Riad Olema were kind and attentive throughout our stay, and their day-to-day hospitality was excellent. However, we were charged for a pillow stain and almost charged for a missing shampoo bottle that was clearly in the bathroom (they removed the charge after we pointed it out). They also called us a cab but didn’t tell the driver we were headed to the train station — he was on the way to the airport until I caught it on the map. Apparently, this miscommunication has happened before. Great service overall, but some small issues to watch for during checkout.

Beautiful Riad in Madina and close to everything in Marrakech. The Riad is super quite with plenty of spaces to unwind and relax. The staff couldn't do enough always going out of their way and are on hand to help at all times. I would stay here again.

Everything about this stay was perfect. A calm oasis and retreat from the chaos outside! We particularly liked the relaxed breakfast each morning. We didn’t eat any other meals here but enjoyed some coffee/tea by the pool. The terrace up on the roof was a lovely space and our room itself had everything we needed. Staff were fantastic especially Hakim who looked after our side of the Riad. The souks are a short walk away and once you navigate those, the main square takes about 20mins to reach. Some tips: At the top of the alley when you leave the riad, turn right and about 2 shops down is a bakery with priced items at a fraction of the tourist price. Keep walking further down to the right and once it becomes more of a ‘market’ there are a few charcoal bbq places where they’ll grill some meat with spices and pop it in some fresh bread with sauces for honestly 10% of what some tourist restaurants are charging for a main meal.

Great location, plenty to see within walking distance. Staff are professional and always willing to help.

Everything is amazing. Good location, the service is very personalized and the premises are amazing.

Our first time visiting Marrakech, and Riad Olema made it a trip to remember. The location of the Riad was great, it was only a short walk into the Souks and to the restaurants that we had booked, but also close to the city walls so we could also easily walk to Jardin Majorelle or get a taxi. The staff at the hotel were so helpful, giving us recommendations for our visit, ensuring we had airport transfers, and always asking if we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The Riad has 2 pools on the ground floors - which whilst not in the sun during the day and quite cold - were so refreshing to dip into after a hot day walking around the city. There was also a jacuzzi on the rooftop if you needed to cool off after some sunbathing. Lastly, the breakfast was lovely - I was slightly worried about this as I didn't see many reviews about the food but it was great! 5 stars overall, thank you Riad Olema!

I have nothing bad to say about this place. It was absolutely gorgeous and the staff was so incredibly helpful. It was about a 15 minute walk to the main market Square. Which was OK with us because it was a little retreat from the chaos. Highly recommended.

Zu allererst die Lage. Das Riad ist mitten in der Medina von Marrakesch gelegen. Jeder der das volle Erlebnis Marrakesch erleben möchte, muss hier gewesen sein. Die Unterkunft ist liebevoll gestaltet und eingerichtet, mit vielen Gegenständen die man auf den Souks von Marrakesch kaufen kann, genial. Die Unterkunft hat ein toll gestaltetes Rooftop mit Whirlpool dassl zum verweilen einlädt. Insgesamt sind es zwei Gebäudekomplexe die über das Rooftop verbunden sind. Dort befinden sich jeweils ein kalter und ein beheizter Pool. Sehr toll für Tage an denen man im Riad bleibt. Zusätzlich bietet das Riad ein Spa an, in welchem man Massagen und Hammam buchen kann. Aber kommen wir zum Highlight. Das Personal. Das Personal ist rund um die Uhr vor Ort und steht für alle Fragen und Bitten zur Verfügung. Ich war begeistert. Man wird vom Transfer abgeholt, Koffer werden ins Zimmer getragen, man bekommt eine Einweisung in das Riad, man bekommt mittels Stadtkarte alle relevanten Orte gezeigt und erläutern. Wirklich toller und einzigartiger Service. Vielen Dank.

Brilliant location, calmness in an otherwise busy city. Slight language barrier with some activities but otherwise all good.

It's a very unique Hotel. Everyone is super friendly. Breakfast is excellent, the location is wonderful. It's in a quiet part, but yet close enough to walk everywhere in the old city, but also walkable to the new (modern) city. Great Hotel. And also they have a Hotel-Cat. Very friendly.

Tres bonne adresse pour les raison suivantes : Accueil très chaleureux par L’Equipe et la propriétaire du Riad Tres bon emplacement Décoration très sympa Chambres spacieuses et bien équipées

Had a fantastic stay at the Riad Olema. We stayed for 5 nights. The location is great, walkable to all the key sights in Marrakesh. Breakfast was delicious and the other items on the menu we tried were also fantastic. The staff were super friendly and recommended some amazing restaurants. Thanks for a great stay

Nothing special, other than noisy, cheap breakfast, small bottle of water for two people per day and small soap for two people for three day stay.

The Riad was beautiful. We loved our time here and would definitely stay again. Breakfast was simple but delicious. A tray of breads and a small cup of yogurt and fruit was provided daily with juice and coffee or tea. The riad did not accept card for other services (hammam) and tourist tax which we were not told about until we were checking out so it made for a rushed departure to have to leave to get more cash out so be prepared to leave with some extra cash in hand for that. Overall a beautiful riad, our room was lovely and felt private despite the intimate nature of riads. We look forward to visiting Marrakesh and Riad Olema again.

Nice Moroccan breakfast

We enjoyed the peacefulness within this lovely traditional Riad. On arrival, the staff were very friendly, and brought us mint tea to relax after the journey. Good explanation of where to go/visit, and a tour around the terraces and facilities. Throughout our whole stay, the staff were helpful in organising some private tours for us., and nothing was too much trouble. Akeem was exceptionally helpful and looked after us superbly. Would definitely recommend this Riad, and we felt we had good value for money. Any downside would be probably the breakfast variety, very nice but could possibly do with a bit more variety....only had a few other snacks there so cant really judge as we were out for meals. Our stay was for 9 days and thoroughly enjoyed the trip.

A great Riad and stay! Everyone is so kind and helpful. They helped us with a taxi to and from the airport along with a guide our first day in Marrakech. Rooms are clean and cozy and breakfast is great. Highly recommend!

We had dinner there for one night. Even though it was very expensive, taste was just ok. I recommend not to eat there. But overall it was very nice place to stay.

El alojamiento normal. Sin quejas. El desayuno muy justo, poco y siempre lo mismo. Crepes, crepes y crepes

Petit dej très moyen. Hôtel moyen.

Beautiful Riad close to the Bazaar. Excellent customer service and Hakeem took great care and made our stay feel like home. We give 6 stars to this property and will come back again. Last but not the least delicious and healthy breakfast each morning with a variety of Moroccon pastries and yummy fruits.