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boutique riad in Marrakech: A Charming Stay in the Medina
For golf enthusiasts: Riad Vendôme offers a PGA-led golf academy in Marrakech with Beginner Green Card validation and intensive coaching formats from €99/day.
In brief — Boutique riad Marrakech medina
- Riad Vendôme is a 12-room boutique riad in the Dar El Bacha district of the Marrakech medina, with rooms from 70 euros per night and a full Moroccan breakfast included.
- The house has a central patio with zellige fountain, an oriental hammam in marble and tadelakt, a pool and a rooftop jacuzzi heated to 36 degrees facing the Koutoubia and the Atlas Mountains.
- Located at 217 Derb El Halfaoui, 7 minutes on foot from Jemaa El-Fna and 2 minutes from the Dar El Bacha museum; exclusive hire is possible from 10 guests, up to 20 rooms with the second riad.
- Direct booking / WhatsApp: +212 600 608 608
Beginner golfers: Riad Vendôme runs a dedicated 5-day Golf Green Card course in Marrakech with a PGA France State-diploma pro — from €688 (tuition only), FFG-validated and internationally recognised.
Riad Vendôme & Spa is a boutique hotel in Dar El Bacha, in the heart of the Marrakech medina. 12 rooms with en-suite bathroom, central patio with fountain and zelliges, oriental hammam, pool, heated jacuzzi on the rooftop with views over the Koutoubia and the Atlas Mountains. 7 minutes' walk from Jemaa El-Fna. Direct booking:
A Boutique Riad, Not a Hotel
Book your stay at Riad Vendôme: + 212 600 608 608
a boutique hotel is a traditional Moroccan house built around a central open-air patio, with a fountain, plants and galleries. At Riad Vendôme, you stay in an authentic residence in the Dar El Bacha district — not in a standardised hotel. The architecture blends zellige tiles, carved plaster, cedarwood and tadelakt. Each room has its own décor.
The privacy of a home, the service of a hotel. With 12 rooms, the riad offers intimate atmosphere. Chef Naima prepares your meals. Eric, French owner since 2011, is your single point of contact via WhatsApp at +212 600 608 608.
The spaces of the riad
The central patio: a zellige fountain, orange trees and bougainvillea — the perfect spot to enjoy a mint tea in complete tranquillity.
The panoramic rooftop: 360° views over the medina rooftops, the Koutoubia minaret and the Atlas Mountains. Jacuzzi heated to 36°C. Breakfast is served here every morning.
The oriental hammam: marble and tadelakt, a black-soap scrub and an argan-oil massage. See our spa.
The Moroccan lounge: fireplace, library, high-speed Wi-Fi.
The riad is independent and is run by its owner, so it can be booked without Booking.com and without any other platform in the middle. You write to Éric, he answers you himself, and the rate he gives you is the one you pay on arrival — no commission, no service fee appearing at the last screen.
The Dar El Bacha district
Dar El Bacha is the medina's most prestigious neighbourhood. The Dar El Bacha Museum (Confluences) 2 min away. Ben Youssef Medersa 7 min. Jemaa El-Fna 7 min. The souks 3 min. Quiet, residential alleyway.
Exclusive hire of the riad
the riad is available for exclusive hire from 10 guests: hen party, seminar, birthday. See the packages.
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Easy Access — 100 metres from Bab Doukkala
Riad Vendôme is positioned in the most accessible district of the medina. The riad is in the Dar El Bacha district, 100 metres from the Dar El Bacha Palace and 100 metres from Bab Doukkala, the northern medina gate. Every taxi in Marrakech knows this address. A flat 3-minute pedestrian walk separates the free 24/7 car park at the gate from the riad — no stairs, no narrow alleys to navigate.
This convenient location is ideal for a short break or long weekend in Marrakech, and is rare in the Marrakech medina, where many riads require a 10-15 minute walk through tight alleys with porters. At Riad Vendôme, taxi-to-riad is seamless even at 5am for early excursions to Atlas Mountains, Agafay desert or Essaouira coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the riad comfortable in winter?
Yes. In winter we fit a transparent cover over the patio, creating a passively heated, light-filled space that keeps the riad pleasantly warm by day with very little heating — a calm, lovely time to visit Marrakech. See our eco-friendly commitment for details.
What is a boutique riad in Marrakech?
A riad is a traditional Moroccan house built around an open-air central patio with a fountain and garden. It is the typical dwelling of the medina, transformed today into a charming guesthouse.
Where is Riad Vendôme located?
In the Dar El Bacha district, medina of Marrakech. A 7-minute walk from Jemaa El-Fna, 7 minutes from the Dar El Bacha museum and 5 minutes from the Ben Youssef Medersa.
How many rooms does the riad have?
12 rooms (doubles, triples, quadruples and suites up to 5 guests), all with en-suite bathroom, air conditioning and Wi-Fi. Up to 20 rooms with our second riad 100 metres away, for a capacity of 35, 40 or 45 guests.
Does the riad have a hammam and a jacuzzi?
Yes, private oriental hammam in marble and tadelakt + heated jacuzzi to 36°C on the rooftop with views of the Koutoubia and Atlas.
Can you hire the riad exclusively?
Yes, in exclusive hire from 10 guests: hen party, seminar, birthday, trip with friends. From 10, 12, 14, 15, 20, 25 guests.
Is direct booking cheaper?
Yes, around 5% less than going through a platform, because no commission is taken in the middle. Contact Eric at +212 600 608 608 (WhatsApp).
Is breakfast included?
Yes — a full Moroccan breakfast is included: msemen, baghrir, freshly squeezed orange juice, eggs, homemade jams, coffee or tea.
Riad Vendôme — Key Facts for New Visitors
Some numbers that help frame what staying here actually means. The address: 217 Derb El Halfaoui, Dar El Bacha — 8 minutes' walk from the Jemaa El Fna, 7 minutes from the Dar El Bacha palace museum. Capacity: 12 rooms sleeping 24 guests (20 rooms and up to 34 guests with the partner property). In operation since 2011, with 500+ events organised across hen parties, birthdays, seminars, weddings, golf stays and yoga retreats.
Ratings: 4.2/5 on Google (based on 200+ reviews), 4.2/5 on TripAdvisor The 5/5 Google Cuisine rating for Chef Naima is a consistent highlight across all review platforms — it is the single most mentioned element across all reviews, ahead of the rooftop view, the hammam and the room quality.
The property is managed directly by Éric (owner, French national, based in Marrakech since 2011) and Naima (manager and head chef). and for direct bookings. WhatsApp response time: under 3 hours, 7 days a week. To reach Éric: +212 600 608 608.
⭐ Google 4.2/5 (617 reviews) · 🏠 Booking 8.3/10 · ✈️ TripAdvisor 4.2/5 · 🎉 500+ events organised since 2013
The Riad Vendôme is classified by the Moroccan Ministry of Tourism.
Meet your host: Meet Éric, the owner.
The Riad Vendôme welcomes families with children: the pool and jacuzzi are accessible, connecting rooms suit the whole tribe, and a babysitter can be arranged on request (€20/evening).
More Than a Riad — Your Complete Marrakech Experience
Riad Vendôme isn't just a place to stay — it's a complete experience platform with 11 dedicated activity branches, all coordinated by Eric (owner, single point of contact since 2011). Unlike a regular hotel where you book a room and arrange activities separately, here everything is under one roof, with one quote, one contact:
- Private riad — 12 rooms, exclusive hire up to 45 guests
- Spa & hammam — oriental rituals, rooftop jacuzzi 36°C
- Cooking class with Chef Naima (5.0/5 on Google)
- Day Pass — spa + lunch + pool (no overnight needed)
- Yoga retreats — daily rooftop sessions + healthy catering
- Birthdays & milestones — 30th, 50th, 60th, 70th private celebrations
- Corporate seminars — meeting room + team building + gala
- Golf packages — 11 courses + Green Card + PGA Academy
- Hen & stag parties — exclusive hire + activities programme
- Morocco circuits — Agafay desert, Atlas, Ouarzazate, Essaouira
- Direct booking — WhatsApp Eric +212 600 608 608, free quote within 24 hours
One contact. One quote. One coordinated experience. From a last-minute 1-night booking to a 7-day customised Morocco circuit.
Why book Riad Vendôme rather than a regular hotel in Marrakech?
Riad Vendôme is more than accommodation — it's a complete experience platform with 11 dedicated activity branches all coordinated by Eric (owner since 2011). Unlike traditional hotels where you book a room and arrange activities separately, at Riad Vendôme you have a single interlocutor for: private riad (12 rooms, exclusive hire up to 45 guests), spa & hammam, Chef Naima cooking classes (5/5), Day Pass without overnight, yoga retreats, birthdays, corporate seminars, golf packages on 11 courses, hen & stag parties, Morocco circuits (Agafay, Atlas, Essaouira), and direct booking with no commission. One contact, one quote, one coordinated experience.
How long is the flight to Marrakech from the US and Canada?
There are no non-stop flights from the United States; from New York allow about 8 to 9 hours via Casablanca on Royal Air Maroc, which hubs there. From Canada, Royal Air Maroc runs a seasonal non-stop from Montreal to Casablanca, then a short connection to Marrakech. The riad is about 20 minutes from Marrakech-Menara airport.
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.