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Riad Houdou

4.0 star property
Lakefront guesthouse with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Terrace/patio
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Restaurant
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Rue Essebtiyne, n°54 derb el Hammam, Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, 40000
  • Ben Youssef Madrasa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Bahia Palace
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Marrakech (RAK-Menara)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Patio (bassin privé)

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Patio (bassin privé)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite (Private Terrace)

Junior Suite (Private Terrace)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Marrakech

At Riad Houdou you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Ben Youssef Madrasa and Jemaa el-Fnaa. Highlights at this guest house include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free local cuisine breakfast is offered between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of airport pick-up service. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Medina guest house include Bahia Palace and Marrakech Plaza.
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What's nearby

  • Ben Youssef Madrasa - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bahia Palace - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Koutoubia Mosque - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Majorelle Garden - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Marrakech Central Station - 16 min drive
  • Marrakech (RAK-Menara) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chez Lamine Hadj Mustapha - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Nomad - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Café Chez Chegrouni - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Café des Épices - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Le Jardin - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Riad Houdou

Lakefront guesthouse with full-service spa and free breakfast
Riad Houdou offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at Riad Houdou. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours), a train station pick-up service and a bus station shuttle are available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Riad Houdou was completed in February 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Marrakech guest house.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Dining venue
Riad Houdou offers 10 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include baths or showers, slippers, designer toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guest house's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a steam room.

Languages

Arabic, English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • 24-hour train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Parking on site (EUR 5 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 25; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Books
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Heated pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - February 2023
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5.0 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.97 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 17 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 5 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 25
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5.0 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Riad Houdou Hotel Marrakech
Riad Houdou Hotel
Riad Houdou Marrakech
Houdou Marrakech
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Houdou Marrakech
Houdou
Marrakech Riad Houdou Riad
Riad Riad Houdou
Riad Houdou Marrakech
Houdou Marrakech
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Marrakech Riad Houdou Riad
Riad Riad Houdou
Riad Houdou Marrakech
Riad Houdou Guesthouse
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riad Houdou?

Riad Houdou offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Riad Houdou?

Yep, Riad Houdou has a self car park with in/out privileges for EUR 5 per day.

Is there a spa on site at Riad Houdou?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Riad Houdou. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Riad Houdou have a pool?

Riad Houdou has a heated pool and an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What luxury perks are available at Riad Houdou?

Riad Houdou features a heated pool, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

Does Riad Houdou serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riad Houdou?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Riad Houdou?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Riad Houdou's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riad Houdou?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Riad Houdou?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Riad Houdou Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 116 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Obumneme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the stay was fantastic. Abdel and his team are fantastic and very welcoming. They attend to your every need and are very proactive about checking on their visitor's needs. The stay feels very personal. They offer a lot of important information about the surroundings areas too
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELWOOD

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional service and location. Couldn’t be better.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheahara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome Stay

Amazing. Great room/suite. Service was impeccable and really enhanced our stay. Location is great. Cannot recommend enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alok

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We started our Morocco journey with this Riad. The thing about this particular property was that these guys made a special effort to introduce us to give us bite-sized introductions to Do's Dont of Morocco without any special prompting. Their welcome was special, making us comfortable by giving a tour of Riad was a great touch. They all were special people trying to make us feel special.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruby L

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Riad close to everything and wonderful staff.

Our stay was wonderful ! The Riad is beautiful, service was excellent, staff are friendly and response quickly to our needs,very helpful with our questions. The room is very comfortable and good size and very clean. Special thank you to the manager Abdel , who went above and beyond to assist us, thank you for the breakfast care package, it came in handy! And to Hassan who gave us a tour after the easy and quick check in and the welcome tea and sweets. Really, everything was very nice and welcoming. The breakfast was delicious too...fresh made jams, yogurt, bread, tea and coffee. The whole staff are attentive and friendly. I highly recommend this Riad. I will stay here again. Also they are walking distance to the shops, restaurants and places of special interest. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and quiet, in the midst of bustling Medina. Beautifully decorated with ample space. Staff very kind, helpful, thoughtful!!! Great value!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Riad itself is amazing, wonderful architecure and decor. The staff were very helpful and accomodating. Can't find anything negative to say. If you find the Medina overwhelming this Hotel is well positioned as although it isn't far from the busy streets, you aren't directly on them so you won't be stepping directly out into the madness and there aren't any noise concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosslynne

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

melanie

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were amazing nothing was too much trouble! The Riad itself was absolutely stunning. A truly wonderful oasis in the middle of a magical city. I cannot recommend this place highly enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally friendly and helpful owners and staff without being intrusive. Really useful advice on arrival about customs, where to go, how to be safe. Marrakesh is quite a culture shock for first timers until you get used to it but the teams help was great. Wish we had had in out first trip a few years ago Although the Riad Houdou isnt a restaurant, we would recommend eating there at least once. You need to book it before 11 though. Thoroughly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Riad with helpful staff . Walking distance to main square . Had 1 dinner there . It was very good as were breakfasts
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! What an amazing property and introduction to Morocco and Marrakech. I arranged for the airport transfer through the riad, and that was super convenient and affordable. The driver was waiting for us just outside the airport and dropped us off, and we were met by a guide who carried our luggage in a cart through the medina to the riad. The riad itself was beautiful. The main courtyard full of roses. We arranged for dinner to be provided the night we arrived. It may have been the best meal I have ever eaten. Incredible greeting mint tea and pastries, when we arrived, and then the dinner, a fantastic starter, wonderfully delicious tagine, and an amazing dessert. We had early departures and they arranged for a breakfast to go for us one day and an early breakfast the other. The location was perfect for us. The rooftop terrace was a beautiful setting for breakfast or an evening glass of wine with olives. The service was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely helpful and the Riad itself had a really lovely feel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family had a lovely stay at Riad Houdou. The service was excellent, Abdel the manager was particularly helpful and had a wealth of tips for our family's trip in Marrakesh. The property is located 10-15min walk from the main square and it is an oasis of calm, with all the usual amenities (including free filtered water, kettle in the room). Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ranjit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm hospitality, excellent services and very helpful all along the way.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nastaran

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly and Beautiful hotel. the hotel that was very clean and chic and their behavior was excellent and they surprised us for our anniversary and gave us a luxurious suite and a private pool. The person who saw us (Didier) was very friendly and kind and taught us a lot about the map of Marrakech and the sights and customs and shopping in the markets. I strongly recommend it to friends. Delicious breakfast with a nice view. The location of the hotel is the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chun Wai

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A really nice hotel with reasonable price. All staffs are nice and highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Chizoba

Don’t stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WOW, a must stay. I didn’t come thinking or expecting more than normal, however the attention everyone puts in this beautiful Riad is something you don’t easily get nowadays. Eric and Didier are there all the time to make sure everyone is taken care of. The staff is friendly and the riad is a diamond in the inside. The only thing you will regret is not staying longer!