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Marrakech International Film Festival: Experience Cinema from an Exceptional Riad
The Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM) takes place each year in late November, with screenings outdoors on the place Jemaa El-Fna. The Riad Vendôme, located to Dar El Bacha in the medina, is 7 minutes on foot from the heart of the festival. Rooms from €70/night with breakfast Moroccan.
In brief — Marrakech Film Festival stay
- Riad Vendome hosts guests during the Marrakech International Film Festival, held each year in late November, with rooms from 70 euros per night including Moroccan breakfast and the medina location 7 minutes on foot from Jemaa El-Fna.
- Created in 2001 under the patronage of King Mohammed VI, the FIFM screens films free and open-air on Jemaa El-Fna square, while the Congress Palace hosts the official competition and tributes.
- The Cinema and Spa package is 5 days and 4 nights half board with hammam and argan massage from 220 euros per person; the Festival and Desert package adds a 3-day Merzouga circuit from 480 euros.
- Direct booking / WhatsApp: +212 600 608 608
Imagine: you step out of a screening under the Marrakech stars, the emotion of a film still fresh, and walk back through the sleeping medina. The alleys glow with lanterns, the scent of jasmine mingles with November freshness, and your riad awaits with a steaming mint tea and the soothing silence of the patio. The Marrakech International Film Festival is one of the most enchanting cultural events in the Arab world. Experiencing it from Riad Vendôme is to marry the magic of cinema with that of an ancient city.
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Created in 2001 under the patronage of King Mohammed VI, the FIFM has carved out its own identity on the world cinema scene. Here, no impersonal red carpet: the festival is lived in the street, with the Marrakchis. The open-air screenings on Place Jemaa El-Fna transform one of the liveliest places in the world into a vast open-air cinema — free, popular, vibrant. In parallel, the Congress Palace hosts official competitions, conversations with renowned filmmakers and tributes to legends of the 7th art. Scorsese, Coppola, Eastwood: the greatest names have come here.
Riad Vendôme: your refuge between two films
The festival is intense. Between the daytime screenings, the evenings and the buzz of the city, you need a peaceful retreat. Riad Vendôme is exactly that: nestled in the upscale neighbourhood of Dar El Bacha, 7 minutes on foot from Jemaa El-Fna, it offers you absolute quiet behind its century-old walls. After an evening of cinema, return to your candlelit patio, slip into the heated jacuzzi at 36°C under the rooftop stars, or treat yourself to an argan oil massage to dissolve the fatigue of the day. In the morning, a generous Moroccan breakfast — golden msemmen, thousand-hole crêpes, freshly squeezed orange juice, Atlas Mountains honey — prepares you for a new day of discoveries.
Marrakech in November: the perfect mildness
The festival falls during the most beautiful time of year in Marrakech. In November, temperatures range between 20 and 25°C during the day, the air is clear, the light golden — the very light that has attracted so many filmmakers to Morocco. It's also the ideal time to explore the city: the souks are less crowded than in summer, the Jardin Majorelle is resplendent, and the terraces are a pleasure without the summer heat. Take advantage of the festival to discover Marrakech at its most enchanting.
Our packages for the festival
| Package | What's included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Room + breakfast | Night, Moroccan breakfast, airport transfer | from 70 € / night |
| Stay Cinema & Spa | 5 days/4 nights — Half board + hammam + argan massage | from 220 € / person |
| Festival + Desert | 8 days/7 nights — Festival + 3-day Merzouga circuit | from 480 € / person |
(*) The festival is one of the most popular periods — book early.
Extend the magic: the desert after the festival
Morocco has served as a backdrop for dozens of cult films — Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, Game of Thrones. After the festival, go and live your own film in the Sahara desert. The dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga, a bivouac under the stars, a sunrise over the golden sand: it's the perfect closing credits for an unforgettable stay.
Book your stay
Riad Vendôme books up quickly during the festival. WhatsApp +212 600 608 608 — Eric will put together the ideal programme for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Marrakech Film Festival take place?
The FIFM takes place each year in late November - start December, for about a week. The exact dates are announced by the Festival Foundation.
Are the outdoor screenings free?
Yes, the screenings on Jemaa El-Fna square are free and open to all. It's one of the most magical moments of the festival — open-air cinema in the heart of the city.
Is the Riad Vendôme close to the festival?
The riad is 7 minutes on foot from Jemaa El-Fna square and the Congress Palace. Taxi rank 100 metres away for the return at night.
Do you need to book long in advance?
Yes, riads in the medina fill up quickly during the festival. Book 2 to 3 months in advance.
What is included in the Cinema and Spa package during the Marrakech Film Festival?
The Stay Cinema and Spa package is a 5 days/4 nights half-board stay including hammam and an argan oil massage, priced from 220 euros per person. It combines festival access with wellness at Riad Vendome, ideal for guests wanting to unwind between screenings on Jemaa El-Fna.
Can I combine the Marrakech Film Festival with a desert excursion afterwards?
Yes, the Festival and Desert package covers 8 days/7 nights, combining the festival with a 3-day circuit to Merzouga, from 480 euros per person. After the screenings on Jemaa El-Fna, you head to the Sahara for a bivouac under the stars, a fitting finale to close out the festival.
What is the weather like in Marrakech during the Film Festival in November?
In November, Marrakech has daytime temperatures between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius, with clear air and golden light. This mild period also means smaller crowds in the souks and a resplendent Jardin Majorelle, making it a pleasant time to combine the festival with sightseeing around the city.
Where exactly is Riad Vendome located in Marrakech?
Riad Vendome is at 217 Derb El Halfaoui, in the Dar El Bacha district of the Marrakech medina. It is a 7-minute walk from Jemaa El-Fna square, close to the Koutoubia and the souks, so you reach the main sights on foot without needing a taxi. A member of staff meets you at the nearest vehicle drop-off point on arrival.
How do I book, and how quickly do you reply?
You book directly with the riad, not through a platform. Send your dates and group size on WhatsApp at +212 600 608 608 and you receive a written quote within 24 hours. There is no automated booking engine: every stay is confirmed by a person, and the payment terms are set out in the quote you receive.
Can the whole riad be privatised, and for how many guests?
Yes, Riad Vendome can be hired exclusively. The main riad has 12 rooms and goes up to 20 rooms with our second riad 100 metres away, for exclusive hire of up to 45 guests. During an exclusive hire there are no other guests: the pool, hammam, jacuzzi and rooftop are reserved for your group alone.
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