Our vegetable couscous

Our customers speak

"Our second visit, and once again very successful for a very relaxing week's break. Marrakech is a very exciting city to visit but to be able to return to Les Jarden de la Medina after a hectic, hot few hours exploring the surroundings of the Medina, is a very welcoming and tranquil experience where all staff are very attentive. We do say that we will return for a short break, but I really think that another full week is on the cards. Thank you all."

Another Ourika...

Leave after breakfast for the Ourika Valley by 4x4… So far nothing very original, however the excursion  that we offer Is not like any others ! After a 45 minutes drive, your vehicle changes its appearance and your comfortable 4x4 turns into a camel and it is on the back of this peaceful animal that you will discover the Valley. You will pass through hamlets supported by an agricultural economy. By the river you will discover curious salt marshes and take a picturesque walk which leads to the Kasbah Bab Ourika. This hotel is perched on a plateau and  enjoys an exceptional 360° panorama over the valley - a breathtaking view. The serenity of this place Is also reflected in the  traditional décor for this restored  Kasbah. You will be served lunch of the day, with vegetables from the organic garden, on the terrace in fine weather, or by the fireplace when it’s cooler. After a contemplative pause, you will depart by 4x4 traversing the ridge road to return to Les Jardins de la Medina, your head full of unforgettable images and experiences.

Warmth and softness at the SPA...

During this period of cooler temperatures, our SPA team offers the exclusive and unique benefits of a traditionnal Moroccan Hammam, followed by a candle wax massage... Moments of relaxation and wellbeing guaranteed, with an argan oil product offered. 

(Promotion at 990 dhs)

Our Superiors rooms

Our customers speak

"Les Jardins de la Medina was an exquisite riad--elegant, relaxing, friendly, and comfortable. The rooms were fabulous, with truly beautiful Moroccan decor, and the large pool in the garden provided a perfect way to cool down after a day in the medina. Next time I would love to take one of the Moroccan cooking classes they offer. We were traveling with our teenage son and daughter and we all loved it. Would definitely stay there next time we are in Marrakech--highly recommended."

This is the time to treat yourself ! The largest private garden with a swimming pool heated to 26C ° in the heart of one of the most beautiful riads in Marrakech

Our customers speak

"Had a wonderful 4 days here. An Oasis of calm in the midst of the hustle and bustle of Marrakech. You can walk everywhere within the Medina from here but taxi's are cheap and plentiful when required. The Staff and facilities were excellent. Beautiful rooms, pool immaculate, restaurant food consistently very good. Lovely place to stay and worth the extra cost."

Al Maqam : The Artist’s village

In the small village of Tahanaout ,which nestles in a green valley planted with olive groves, on the road to Taroudant, the painter Mohamed Mourabiti has built his house and installed a lovely artist’s residence. Well known Moroccan painters, such as Mahia Binebine and Yamou come to paint at his workshops in studios open to nature, but the residence is also open to lesser-known artists from Morocco and around the world, for whom some rooms have been built around a pretty swimming pool. The place certainly seems to be conducive to inspiration; it exudes a special charm, is designed with taste and simplicity and in the image of the person who conceived it. Visitors come from Marrakech for lunch and to enjoy this unique place, tucked away in the countryside, far from the tourist trails. Al Maqam, is also a literary café where cultural events and exhibitions are organised, but also a library/bookshop full of books on Moroccan painting. If you are interested in contemporary Morocccan art, this is the place is for you!  Another interesting feature of this Al Maqam: its tasty traditional Moroccan cuisine which is reasonably priced and served in the garden or in one of the salons……

Aïcha reigns over the Square !

You can’t miss Stand no.1 on the Place Jemaâ el Fna. Firstly because it’s the biggest, secondly because it’s run by a woman ! Coming from a Moroccan family from Derb Dabachi, Aïcha boldly opened a little mobile stall there almost 30 years ago… Offering just omelettes, potatoes and mint tea…..at that time, the Square was a place of relaxation for  Moroccans of the neighbourhood and from the countryside, for those who came to negotiate in the souks and sleep in the foundouks ( inns)…. The stall grew bigger, the Jemaâ el Fna became a ‘must see’ and ‘Chez Aïcha’ a must eat’ ! This self-taught cook very quickly managed to expand her business and to become one of the most reputed of those listed in the Rough Guide, the Lonely Planet, Tripadvisor…..Although omlettes are still on the menu, these days we visit Aïcha mainly for her couscous,  her grilled meats and her Tangia ! As for the waiters, what can you say, they’re fast and smiling ; somewhat boastful and even multilingual, working under the sharp eye of Aïcha who watches over her fifteen employees (up to 20 in high season) from her control tower….. Her biggest dream ? ‘To one day manage a very large restaurant,  here or abroad,  why not !’ A cuisine to taste, a character to meet….. Wow ! Why not, Aïcha, as Chef at Les Jardins de la Medina for an evening ?

Our customers speak

"Very romantic and nice place that I would recommend for couples but also for those searching relaxing place not too far from EU. In addition this is not a standard hotel as it was a palace so the feel and athmosphere is sort of special, my room was great with patio,cheminey, plenty of red roses petals everywhere and the magical scent of Moroccan gardens in all bathroom great products. Finally very good service, food and facilities in very clean and quiet location in the Medina."

The garden - Relaxation area