Superb! The Riad was more than we expected and everything about the place was excellent. We stayed in the "Ispahan Suite" which was most comfortable and very Moroccan. Our French host,Cyril ,and his staff were all really helpful. The food in the Riad was the best we had while in Marrakech and we ate there on 3 of our nights.... More

Mary M Riad vs. Hotel Which to choose when visiting Marrakech -- the familiarity, routine of a hotel, or the adventure, inspiration of a riad? We chose the latter. We wanted more than a taste of local color, convenience and comfort; we got it all at the Riad Samarkand: inside the Medina (old walled city), tucked away at the end... More

Riad Samarkand was a perfect place to stay in during my first visit together with my friends in Marrakech beginning of March. Beautiful riad and well taken care of by Cyril and his friendly staff who did their absolutely best to make our stay very good. If you needed anything they were there to help you! No doubt I'll be... More

This overdue review is for a trip made November 2010, but I see that the riad is meeting the same stellar reception from guests that have stayed since that time. We were disappointed to find the highly rated Riad L'Orangerie booked, but the manager Cyril suggested we try this sister riad. It was unbelievable, as I hope you can see... More

What a surprise when we walked through the Riads big black doors into a beautiful garden oasis. We were welcomed by Cyril with mint tea and delicious little cakes after our flight from Manchester and Gatwick. Cyril was a lovely french man, who very kindly went with out of his way to show my husband and I how to get... More

We arrived at Riad Samarkand in the early evening, using the transfer service arranged by the Riad and all went smoothly, from pick up at arrivals to drop off at the Riad door (last 300M on foot as alleys not suitable for vehicles). Cyril, the Riad manager, greeted us and showed us round the Riad, we had pre-ordered our evening... More

Our charming host Cyril offered guidance before and during our trip. He arranged taxis to pick us up and a guide who was very reasonably priced and invaluable to us. The Riad itself is a little paradise, perfect for our group of 10. Each suite is exquisite. We used the pool, dining room and the rooftop terrace when we returned... More

There are two images that spring to mind when I think of the most relaxing place on earth – one is a beach in the Maldives and the other is sitting in the garden of Riad Samarkand watching the reflections of the swimming pool. Our room, the Isfahan, was exquisite; the breakfasts (freshly squeezed orange juice, fresh fruit salad, yoghurt,... More

We stayed here for 6 nights in Samarkand suite and loved it. The Riad has been fully restored and maintained to the highest standards, it is spotlessly clean and quiet, and represents a true oasis in the back alleys of the Medina. The alleyways are safe at night and the riad is well positioned for the main square. Cyril is... More