Riad Les Yeux Bleus

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“Charming unpretentious riad with 11 individually designed rooms, located in the Bab Doukkala district, 10 minutes walk from Place Jemaa el Fna. Plus there's a large roof terrace and two small plunge pools for cooling off. Ideal for those seeking peace and quiet.”

Hotel review

Large, spacious, bright and airy this 11 room riad is one of our favourites in the Marrakech Médina. Recently renovated by a team of local artisans led by Interior Designer Willem Smit, Riad Les Yeux Bleus is in the Bab Doukkala district just a 10 minute walk from Jemaa el Fna square. An unassuming entrance (there’s no sign outside) leads you into a cool café style area with bar, dotted with tables and chairs where you can have a bite to eat at reasonable prices, coffee or simply sit and enjoy the white and blue interiors. A welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of the Médina you’ll relax as soon as you enter Riad Les Yeux Bleus. You’ll be glad to know that WiFi is free and can be accessed everywhere around the riad. The 11 rooms (5 can be made up into twins) are spread across three different riads which have been merged into one. The rooms are large and inviting with different colour palettes in each one and massive beds (probably the most comfortable in Marrakech). Some have copper roll top baths, some have a working fire place and others are on the ground floor leading on to the pool courtyard. There's a brilliant mix of traditional detailing alongside all the contemporary touches you'd expect from a newly renovated property. Unlike many riads, this little gem has a kitchen that is open almost 24/7 serving reasonably priced Moroccan dishes and healthy salads using organic ingredients and made fresh to order. A stay here wouldn’t be complete without experiencing a traditional Moroccan hammam coupled with a relaxing massage using natural oils. This is a great way to start your stay in Marrakech, as you’ll feel squeaky clean and invigorated, ready to explore the Médina and its souks with a revived energy! If you’re planning to stay here for a few days then you might like to head to the High Atlas Mountains and enjoy lunch at sister hotel and multi-award-winner Kasbah du Toubkal which has mesmerising mountain views. Other days you’ll want to explore the Mé and the souks and then there’s the large roof terrace where breakfast is served (served indoors in January and February) and there’s an inviting plunge pool to dip into.

Lulu Townsend
Lulu Townsend Review published: 21/10/2024

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • Just inside the medina walls in the Bab Doukkala neighbourhood, right in the centre of the action for explorers.

  • Romantic Break

    • This chic and elegant riad will be sure to inspire romance, rooftop sunloungers, courtyard pool dips and charming rooms.

  • Cooking classes

    • Ask at the hotel about nearby cooking classes, there are plenty of great ones in the area!

  • Local markets

    • Jemaa El Fna square is only a ten minute walk and is the main market of Marrakech.

  • Sit-out Terrace

    • The roof terrace is large with some shaded areas and a plunge pool.

  • Other Activities

    • Unwind after a days exploring in the hotel Hammam and spa.

  • Child friendly

    • All children welcome. Babysitting services are available.

  • Sights nearby

    • Bahia Palace and Conference Palace are both nearby.

  • Restaurant

    • Reasonably priced simply Moroccan dishes.

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Roof terrace

  • Designer

  • Views

  • Organic food

  • Full of character

  • Spa

  • Artworks

  • Boutique

  • Chic

  • Antiques

  • Quirky

  • Wellbeing

  • Charming

  • Intimate

  • Romantic

  • Free wifi

Facilities

  • Rooms

    8 rooms in this hotel

  • Sit-out Terrace

    The roof terrace is large with some shaded areas and a plunge pool.

  • Child friendly

    All children welcome. Babysitting services are available.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby.

  • Sauna/Steam

    There's a traditional Hammam and massage room.

  • Library

    The fire is lit during the cooler months.

  • Restaurant

    Reasonably priced simply Moroccan dishes.

  • Swimming Pool

    Outdoor pool and outdoor spa pool.

  • Airport transfer

    Surcharge is applicable.

  • Air conditioning

  • Roof terrace

  • Car not required

  • Fireplace

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Outdoor dining

  • Massage

  • No pets

  • Room service

  • Spa

  • Garden

  • Sitting Room

  • Bath robes

  • Suites

  • Concierge

  • Wifi

  • Free wifi

  • Views

  • Safe

Activities

  • Cooking classes

    • Ask at the hotel about nearby cooking classes, there are plenty of great ones in the area!

  • Local markets

    • Jemaa El Fna square is only a ten minute walk and is the main market of Marrakech.

  • Other Activities

    • Unwind after a days exploring in the hotel Hammam and spa.

  • Sights nearby

    • Bahia Palace and Conference Palace are both nearby.

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Other reviews

Riad Les Yeux Bleus

An inspired riad renovation which impresses with its decorative panache, eight jewel-coloured rooms, twin courtyards and sophisticated, romantic atmosphere.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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