Expert reviews
“Built around a lush courtyard garden—a tranquil oasis from the medina’s mayhem right on the doorstep—this 17th-century palace had fallen into disrepair before being rescued and rebuilt by its French-American owners, utilizing the skills of the city’s finest craftsmen.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Fez.
“The warm hospitality of the French-American owners creates a pleasantly relaxed atmosphere at Riad Laaroussa, which they created from a ramshackle 17th-century palace in the medina. The palace’s painstakingly restored mosaics, woodwork and archways are the backdrop of the magnificent interiors here. Several rooms have working fireplaces.”
Shortlisted in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Fez, Morocco.
“The ultimate riad fantasy, hidden away in the heart of the Fez medina. A family home where children and dogs roam a courtyard filled with orange trees and days can be spent lolling by a turquoise pool, or on a roof terrace with views that make your heart skip a beat.”
What guests liked
- Pool area
- Friendly staff
- Perfect location
- Beautiful place
- Excellent Wifi
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
Situated on 3 Derb Bechara Fes El Bali, this luxury hotel provides lush accommodation for visitors in the city. The hotel is housed in a building that was originally built in the 17th century as a palace, and this is evident in the design and architecture of the hotel.
The hotel is the perfect blend of traditional Moroccan design and modern furnishes to create the beauty that the hotel is today. The hotel is located in the heart of Fez Medina where it offers guests nearness to some of the city’s most famous attractions and places of interest. Also located around the hotel are several favorite restaurants and bars where guests are treated to a wide variety of exotic dishes and drinks respectively.
The hotel is the perfect departure point for tourists in the city as it is located near some of the busiest and most widely used transportation systems in the city. With this, guests can easily access the places they want to visit before leaving the city.
The hotel rooms are designed and furnished with warm colors and modern decors. The rooms are also fitted with the latest amenities and facilities, incorporated to give guests the highest level of comfort and satisfaction.
Amenities such as free Wi-Fi for high-speed internet access, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom which includes thoughtful touches such as bathrobes and bathroom slippers are available in the hotel’s room.
Guests can enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisines in the Laaroussa restaurant.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
3 January 2024
Our favorite riad in Morocco after traveling for one month in the country.
Everything was perfect at Riad Laaroussa. This is the best riad we visited in Fes, even after visiting some other "fancier" options around. Hands down our favorite riad in Morocco after traveling for one month in the country. Staff was very nice, making us feel at home after returning from the medina and day-trips.
29 December 2023
Lovely Riad in the heart of the Medina.
Lovely location and wonderful service. Staff upgraded us to a fabulous suite which we really appreciated
Steps were very steep. Needed to climb more than 3 flights to reach beautiful rooftop restaurant. Staff says they hope to have an elevator in the near future.
22 November 2023
Excellent!
Stunningly beautiful. Staff was ever present and helpful. Spa was great. So many great areas to sit and relax
28 October 2023
We would like to return. We had a memorable stay and they had to pry us out of our chairs to leave after a 5 night stay.
It is beautifully preserved Riad with a peaceful courtyard as you arrive. The rooftop terraces for restaurant is beautiful with views over the medina. The staff are young, energetic friendly and happy to help. There is a relaxed caring attitude and the d Corvus pared back but very tasteful. It was incredibly comfortable as well.
The steps are very steep if you are older. Or have mobility problems. They didn’t stop me but they slowed me down.
13 October 2023
The perfect place for our honeymoon. Thank you so much!
Riad Laaroussa was incredibly gorgeous, functional, and clean. Just staying there felt like a cultural experience and made our time in Fes so much more enjoyable.
Nothing! We only wished there was more photos and history about Cathy and Fred and the Riad for us to read.
5 October 2023
Would come back!
Ottoman was very welcoming!
2 October 2023
Incredible Riad.....one of our favorties in Morocco, and I highly recommend. Perfect ambiance.
Our Room at the Riad was incredibly gorgeous. The bathroom was super clean and huge. The included breakfasts were exceptional. We loved this Riad. It was quirky, but traditional, with history, and ambiance. The staff were very friendly, and we loved the dining room staff. They work so hard, and we found the views at the top during dinner or lunch were incredible, and magical. The pool area was perfect as well. Pretty, and also quiet and private which I liked. No diners looking out at you as you swim which I appreciated. You have to climb stairs to get to the dining area, but thats also part of the charm. Its a work out as the stairs dont conform in size, but once you get to the roof top, it is worth those stairs. We also had stairs to our room. I would suggest if you have physical issues to get a room on the main floor.. I loved that the Riad gave you a little booklet with staff names, and information on the Riad, and food information etc. That was really helpful. We also loved that we could get a glass of wine on the rooftop. So nice at the end of the day to relax with wine or beer which is sometimes difficult to find in Morocco. Fes did have a few places to have a drink of the alcohol variety, but some were super spendy, so we did love to sit at the rooftop of our Riad with our wine in the evening. I also loved that the Riad was environmentally conscious and suggested the use of their water rather than bringing in plastic water bottles. This is an issue in Morocco, as restaurants etc automatically give you bottled water with meals etc. Too much plastic, and waste, so it was good that this Riad is aware of all of that. Our room was the Gray Room, and it was many stairs but oh so worth it. The bed was incredibly comfortable. We loved our room. I highly recommend this Riad in Fes. Fun location as well, right in the medina.
I have no negatives. Just be ready to climb those stairs which makes it all worthwhile once you do.
18 September 2023
Fantastic Riad! Would definitely suggest!
Absolutely the Riad. The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. The place was clean and very well taken care of. The location was prime — right in the middle of the Medina.
Nothing, everything was great
9 September 2023
Beautifully designed riad
Beautiful design, clean, comfortable and exceptional staff.
Everything was wonderful
25 August 2023
Thank you for a great stay in Fes. We will definitely recommend Riad Laaroussa to our friends. 🙏
Beautiful building/raid. Very well maintained with great spacious rooms. Staff is extremely helpful, professional and polite. Everything is 10/10.
12 August 2023
A perfect stay in Fes
A lovely escape from the hustle and bustle but we still felt like we were in Fes. Lots of character and class. Wonderful staff.
29 July 2023
Fabulous
The perfect place to stay in Fès .
. if you can afford the budget.
26 July 2023
Superb hotel in an ideal location
Stunning room and property. Superb location with great views over the medina and a beautiful pool. The staff were helpful and quick to respond. They organised a great guided tour of the medina for us. Highly recommended.
23 July 2023
The perfect Riad
The perfect Riad with the perfect staff
Fez is very hot in july
18 July 2023
Fabulous
Friendly and attentive staff, beautiful decoration, calm and peaceful, chilled air conditioned rooms essential in the heat!
12 July 2023
Most amazing stay in Marocco
The most beautiful riad I have ever seen. The room was clean, attention was paid to every detail, and the staff was so accommodating. The pictures on booking.com does not do justice to the beauty of this place.
Nothing
10 July 2023
Perfect!
The welcoming mint tea was wonderful and so appreciated after a long drive and hot walk from the parking area. The facility was beautiful.The breakfast was fantastic. Everything was delicious and very fresh. Very beautiful facility and the bedrooms and bathrooms were along with mattresses and pillows were very nice. The staff was very communicative up to and during our stay which was very reassuring to me traveling to an area not previously visited. Staff was able to secure a wonderful tour guide for us and the facility had a beautiful hammam that we all took advantage and found to be very enjoyable for everyone. A perfect stay in Fes. I wish we would have stayed longer in that location.
They had a couple of beautiful fountains in their courtyards that were not operating. That would have been extra special with the added water sounds. Also, my grandson son became very sick from eating the Caesar salad in the Bistro. Travel agents tell us not to eat the lettuce because it is washed with the local tap water, which can make people sick who are not use to their water. My grandson thought it would be okay since the waitstaff repeatly told us their water was filtered 5 times. That was the only mar on our stay at Riad Laaroussa. Outside of that it was perfect.
7 July 2023
Perfect stay in Fez, exceeded expectations
Excellent service, beautiful rooms and riad. Food delicious. Made a lovely cot for our son and went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. Swimming pool perfect for the hot weather.
Nothing!
26 June 2023
A beautiful hotel within the medina.
Stunning hotel and balconies.
25 June 2023
A spectacular hotel with phenomenal staff
Spectacular hotel. One of the most beautiful places that I have ever stayed. Hospitality was excellent. Restaurant was also excellent.
Nothing loved everything.
19 June 2023
Exceptional
The ambience of the place and relaxed but very helpful approach to accommodate your needs or requests...
15 June 2023
Warm, courteous and helpful staff, excellent location and authentic amenities, great food and view
Our family of four had a fantastic stay at the Riad Laaroussa. Very warm, courteous and helpful staff, excellent location and authentic amenities, great food and an incredible view from the roof terrace, we can't say enough, would highly recommend.
15 June 2023
Amazing riad and wonderful staff- highly recommend this riad!
Staff is very warm friendly and goes out of their way to be helpful ! Lots of stairs so if you have mobility issues it could be a challenge . Everything is beautiful and I highly recommend the riad.
Nothing / it was all good !
10 June 2023
great hospitality, rooms and location!
The staff were extremely friendly. I was happy with the location. It is quite a long walk from the entrance of the city but it was nice a quiet. The rooms were very big.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Safety deposit box
- - Packed lunches
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Golf course (within 3 km) (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hammam (additional charge)
- - Spa facilities
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
- - Tour or class about local culture (additional charge)
- - Cooking class
- - Live music/performance
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services
- - Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Ironing service
- - Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
- - Fax/photocopying
Pool and wellness
- - Heated pool
- - Pool cover
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - Smoke alarms
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Access to health care professionals
13 January 2024
Thoroughly recommended
Beautiful room and throughout the property. Very clean, good food, great location and super staff.
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