Luxury Riad · Medina
Riad Kniza
Top pick
An 18th-century house near Bab Doukkala, run by an owner who has guided visitors for over thirty years.
- Price
- €€€€ · from €340
- Rooms
- 11
- Check-in / out
- 14:00 / 12:00
- Jemaa el-Fna
- 20 min on foot
- By car
- Cars reach the door
Why we like it
Owner-run, with parking at the door
Riad Kniza is an 18th-century house in the Bab Doukkala quarter, restored and run by an owner who has guided visitors around Marrakech for more than thirty years. Its 11 rooms and suites have carved wooden furniture and a fireplace, around a courtyard with a swimming pool.
There is a small spa with a hammam and sauna, a roof terrace looking towards the Atlas, and dinner on request. It is adults only, and rare for the Medina, cars can park at the house.
Good to know
What we like
- Personal, owner-run service with real local knowledge
- Courtyard pool, spa and Atlas views from the roof
- Parking on site, unusual inside the Medina
Worth knowing
- About 20 minutes on foot to Jemaa el-Fna
- Adults only: not for families with children
Amenities
- Adults Only
- Air Conditioning
- Airport Transfer
- Bar / Lounge
- Breakfast Included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hammam
- Parking
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Rooftop Terrace
- Spa
Location
Medina, Marrakech
20 min on foot to Jemaa el-Fna
Cars reach the door
Located deep within the historic Medina, Riad Kniza offers a truly authentic Marrakech setting, surrounded by traditional homes and quiet alleyways that preserve the city’s original character.
Despite its discreet location, the main attractions of the Medina are still within walking distance, allowing guests to explore the souks, palaces, and historic landmarks with ease before returning to a peaceful and private sanctuary.
The atmosphere of the neighborhood feels timeless — less polished, more genuine — offering a deeper connection to the living heritage of Marrakech.
Address: 34 Derb L’Hotel, Bab Doukkala, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
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Riad Kniza
€€€€ · from €340 per night, low season
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