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"An eccentric and stylish little riad with plenty of quirks, friendly and homely, that channels the soul of sixties Marrakech."
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"A stroll from the medina, contemporary style lines meet traditional architecture in this riad of neutral colours and clean lines."
From EUR 105
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"A sensitively restored 17th-century townhouse, just across from the Royal Palace, with chic interior design by Charles Boccara."
From EUR 121
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"A classic Marrakechi riad, small and intimate with just three rooms, a suite, a stylish courtyard and a sumptuous hammam."
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"Sister to Riads 12 and 72, this riad is the least traditional sibling, taking an imaginative Italian minimalist style as its design cue."
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"Once a residence of the Pacha of Marrakech, now a luxurious riad retreat, beautifully restored, with a Cordon Bleu chef in residence."
As the name suggests, Riyad Al Moussika is a feast for the senses. The luxury riad's large, tiled patios resonate with traditional Moroccan music mixed with birdsong, the splash of ornamental fountains and the atmospheric call to prayer of Marrakech's muezzin.
The facilities
The tree-lined Andalusian pool by the entrance to Riyad Al Moussika is a vestige of the opulence of its original owner, the brutal former pasha of Marrakech, El Glaoui. Current owner Giovanni Robazza is a far more erudite and affable host and has devoted years to restoring the luxury riad's palatial interiors and adding the polished service expected by today's pampered traveller plus all the amenities expected from a five-star hotel.
The Riyad Al Moussika's large hammam has a masseur (and a masseuse for the ladies) on call, the music room sports an art deco Pleyel grand piano and there are two roof-terraces for sun-bathing and candle-lit al fresco dining. Lunch and dinner consists of fine Italian, French and Moroccan dishes washed down with imported chianti wines and savoured in the shade of fragrant orange trees.
The rooms
All six rooms of the luxury riad, which are named after the colour of their interiors, are furnished with tasteful artwork, Egyptian cotton sheets, English lambswool blankets and satellite TVs. The Green room is by far the most spectacular as it has its own private terrace.
"Opens onto a shady courtyard with a long, rectangular splash pool lined by many-colored, hand-cut tiles, known as zellij... At the far side of the pool is a salon with deep sofas and chairs, silken pillows, tassels, tasteful, abstract paintings and a grand piano. The only things missing are Bombay gin and Noel Coward."LA Times 05
Honeymooners love the design and intimacy of this hotel.
Children are welcome to stay at the Riyad. They can provide an extra bed or baby cot in the larger rooms and suites. The staff can arrange a babysitting service, and is also happy to prepare a special kids' meal upon request.
A chic menu with elements of French, Italian and Moroccan cuisine is prepared by a Corden Bleu chef.
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