Riad Antara

The Riad Antara was pure luxury and nothing was too much for our hosts, Anne & Laurent. We were contacted via email a few days after we booked to clarify booking and arrival details and were provided with lots of recommendations for places to eat. Laurent and Abdul greeted us at the nearby car park where our taxi dropped us off and escorted us to the Riad. We received a warm welcome with dates, fresh tea and a surprise gift. The Riad is very well located near the Bahia Palace and only 15mins walk to the Jemaa El Fna Square. Tip for a nearby ATM - use the Post Office around the corner from the Riad, near the palace which didn’t charge us for Revolut withdrawals. Our room was the Abla Suite on the ground floor, which was spacious and clean with a king size bed and a small sofa area by a fireplace. Each room is uniquely different and we did not feel intruded upon despite being by the main courtyard of the Riad. The bathroom was very opulent with a separate bath & shower, including his & hers sinks and fantastic toiletries. We felt safe and secure at all times and were made to feel like this was our home. The breakfasts were excellent with a wide variety of foods to indulge upon including locally baked breads, pancakes, eggs, fruit bowls, to name a few. Sadly we couldn’t try the restaurant on-site for dinner as the chef was sick for our stay, but Laurent was quick to find and book us alternatives. There is a rooftop terrace for eating breakfast and dinner, but was too cold to use for our stay. It also has some loungers for sunbathing when warmer and watching the sunset. The pool area was very secluded and had an additional lounge area for relaxing. There are water jets and we had a brief swim, but the water was a bit cold for our liking. I have to call out the helpfulness and attentiveness of Abdul who ensured we were greeted every time we returned from our day out with dates and tea. Even late at night after dinner and drinks he was ready to send us to sleep with some herbal tea. We liked the dates so much he even went to the local store to collect some for us to take home, so we weren't ripped off by tourist prices. On our last day we booked the spa for a couples Hamman and it was excellent. Very relaxing and a good price, considering the location and quality of oils etc. Overall, we had an amazing time and would highly recommend staying here.

This is such a lovely oasis of calm, I’m reticent to spread the word too much! Laurent and Ana are fantastic hosts and their staff are just lovely. Our room was very comfortably appointed, so quiet considering how close we were to the hustle and bustle. Breakfast, always slightly varied, on the roof terrace was a delight and delicious. The Riad is located very near the Bahia Palace, with the Jemaa el fna square a short walk away (but brace yourselves for the madness of the small alleyways!). Laurent and Ana always have time for advice, suggestions and assistance to help your stay or reserve a table, and Abdul will welcome you back in the evening with verbena mint tea or a glass of wine. Just a slice of heaven!

Marrakesh is a "must experience" city, no? The spirit of it is a riad (boutique hotel = oasis of calm) . Antara is a truly an impressive riad. Classy, impressive architecture. Also very tastefully appointed. Committed & attentive service team. Laurent & Anna from France, the owners, are heartfelt hosts. I'm 73, have been around, and I'd say this is one of the best places I've ever stayed at. Highly recommended......

Stunning Riad, everything was perfect, the design, the ambience, the amazing food and most of all the people. Thank you to Mona, Abdul and Omar for making our trip so memorable. Highly recommend this beautiful Riad, the owners have tastefully designed a perfect sanctuary in the Medina.

This is an excellent hotel. The location is great and the service the best I have seen. Laurent, Anne and Amin and their whole team do everything possible to keep your stay most comfortable. The approach road to the hotel is a bit narrow, but it is less than5 minutes walk (Hotel staff makes sure that you do not have to carry your own luggage) to the main entrance of the hotel, and once you enter the gates, you are just vowed by the fragrance and beauty of the place.

Riad Antara is very nice at first blush. Only 5 rooms so a most boutique location. Took some asking and understanding but we finally established breakfast is on the roof top. Our understanding is they can serve a dinner but no menu, just whatever Moroccan dish they make. AND they had a beer for us. Hooray! Our dry period has ended, but alas, the beer was warm ☹️ We subsequently learn that evening they were conducting a cooking class for some external people so we as paying guests were not able to have a meal on site as told by a man we hadn’t spoken to and didn’t introduce himself. Must say, not the most polite people here. Onto the room… Bed very comfortable, air con works well on full wack, a bit of street noise as our room was right along the street so needed to close up all windows for some quiet. But… Shower screen too narrow and shower floor doesn’t drain to the waste so water flows out of bathroom to room. Shower drain isn’t clearing correctly and an odour is emanating. All reported to staff. Security safe not attached so pointless. Full thickness doona and no sheet in 37 degree day, vanity basin tap falls off. Rooms look amazing but the Riad lacks functionality. So so so many options in Fes, I would try something else.