Es Saadi Resort Hotel, Marrakech
Expert reviews
“The white-on-white lobby at retro retreat Es Saadi feels opulent rather than minimal; it’s both a little kitschy and throwback glamorous. Think of it as a primer for the rest of this swank and storied complex, set just beyond the medina.”
Featured in CN Traveler’s 2020 Gold List.
What guests liked
- Swimming pool
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
Not a long way from the busy city of Medina, in the core of the calm and peaceful Hivernage and in between an 8-hectare green park, is located the Es Saadi Hotel which is at 8-minutes stroll from Jemaa el-Fna, facing the snow-topped Mountains of Atlas.
The rooms have air conditioners, furnished lavishly and are carefully brightened. They provide a gallery with either the poolside view or the surrounding area. All the rooms include a minibar, a television and free Wi-Fi. Suites and bungalows at the poolside are also included.
A buffet breakfast is served every day and guests can even request it to be served in the room. The four restaurants offer French and Moroccan gourmet food which is prepared using all-natural and local ingredients.
The swimming pool covers the area of 400-meter square which provides heated water in winter. There is also the facility of an oriental spa. The spa offers many facilities such as hammam, massages and sauna. Besides this, a tennis court and gym are also available for the visitors. They can even request for a shuttle service. Other facilities include a bar, a club, an on-site shop and The TheatrO.
Location
Recent guest reviews
2 March 2025
Not worth the money. Will not be considering this for our next trip.
The location of the hotel was convenient, in a walking distance from the noisy Medina and the souks. Breakfast was beyond expectation.
The 5-star hotel did not live up to its name in any aspect. It is worn out, badly in need of repairs and maintenance. The bed as well as the pillows were disappointing and unearthly uncomfortable. The staff at the reception was helpful enough, however some staff members during the breakfast were extremely rude with very poor language skills. Strange banging in corridors started quite early in the morning, not sure of it was the cleaning staff or other quests.
26 December 2024
Exceptional
Feels like you’re always coming home. Incredibly friendly, helpful staff
The pool, garden and casual dining poolside
24 November 2024
DONT BOOK HERE
The worst hotel I never stayed in the stuff so rude also the furniture and building was so old than I expected. I recommend you to pay a little bit more and get a nice Airbnb or stay somewhere. Here is rubbish
No
13 November 2024
Passable
The location
You need better staff at reception. Some of the staff were unhelpful and rude especially at reception. We had moved from another hotel not far away (for the experience) and the difference in hospitality was vast. It was so difficult getting basic things done eg getting drinking water to our rooms. These seemed like a chore for the staff and almost like we were being a bother to them. While some of the staff were rude, a few of them were nice and polite especially the concierge. However I would not be recommending this hotel to others unfortunately as I think you can get a better hotel with nicer staff for the same price.
11 November 2024
Ok but better 5 star in the area
Lovely rooms great location
9.30 am at breakfast no hot meat left and also no fresh bread not what you would expect from a 5 star hotel and the breakfast staff did not even apologise not good!
2 November 2024
Disappointing stay not at the level of a 5 stars hotel
Location
Not clean, old rooms, staff not really friendly
26 September 2024
Fair for price
Location - any hotels in the area is nice
Ladies are at the reception. They were so rude. They were talking about us in their local language which I did not appreciate. There was a slight issue and they were not helpful. It is a 5 star hotel and I felt they could not provide a proper training to their employees how to treat their customers. Shame.
23 September 2024
Exceptional
Amazing location, many restaurants for dinner with beautiful show programs and night clubs nearby, 10 minutes walk to the Souk and interesting places. Beautiful, clean pool, super service, very quiet, large green area with a tropical garden. The hotel is very beautifully decorated in oriental style. Delicious breakfast, freshly squeezed juices, eggs for every taste (fried, omelette), fresh vegetables and fruits. I highly recommend staying at this hotel!🥰
Nothing
12 September 2024
to the palace part
Location to casino
Smelly old furniture. Worn out hotel
11 September 2024
I will be back.
The staff are everything at Es Saadi…like a huge family who are there with a smile and great style. I will be coming back. And the pool is beyond perfect. Just go.
18 June 2024
Exceptional
excellent staff 24 hours a day.
11 June 2024
If you decide to visit, expect a run down dirty place with zero customer service
Proximity to airport
Bad customer service and staff don’t care attitude.
11 June 2024
Good place to stay, well located
The entertainment inside hotel
Decoration
7 June 2024
I hope they don’t change the character of this hote which is the best
everything is perfect, the premises, location, food,staff ….
17 December 2023
Pleasant
I love the location
Cleanliness
26 October 2023
Update needed wouldn’t go back
Nothing
Stayed as a family for just ons night , and glad we didn’t stay longer .. property is very tired and needs a whole update , rooms look dirty and dated .. more like a 2 or 3 star hotel .
19 October 2023
Ok
Location
It’s old wash rooms are old need renovation
17 October 2023
Pleasant
The staff was very cordial
The hotel's furniture and the toilet are very old.
1 September 2023
Exceptional
Non
21 August 2023
Mediocre
Breakfast was good and diverse.
I didn't like the attitude of the pool boys. There was no place at the pool except if you knew the pool boys and paid them upfront. They obviously had their favorites.
21 July 2023
Worse place to stay
Nothing
Everything I was really looking for ward to my holiday in Marrakesh as I’ve never been before having looked at the booking com reviews I thought this must be one of the best. But disaster just struck from the start. I booked the Ksar villa for 6 nights for me and my baby who is 8 months old it was pricy £3000 but I just wanted her to have a memorable experience . Upon arrival security not friendly paid for the room straight away . Our villa has crawling ants and insects all over the floor so I couldn’t leave the baby on the floor ok the play mat . Also the screen mirroring didn’t work on the tv so she couldn’t listen and watch her favourite programs I had to buy a tv just for her. This was the final straw when they wouldn’t let me and her in the indoor pool it was too hot outside for a baby and she wouldn’t let us go swimming there . I left the hotel and they argued with us saying we had not paid basically calling me a liar I told them check the cameras we never even got an apology just stuck up attitude. We left the hotel after just 2 days I didn’t get a refund but that was how bad it was that I had to leave I would never recommend this place . Having stayed at many hotels this was the worst 5 star ever
2 July 2023
Over priced hotel. Shouldn’t be more than a 3 star
Location
Service, food was terrible, over priced
13 June 2023
Mixed experience: outdated facilities, overpriced, inconsistent staff.
Excellent location, providing easy access to various attractions in Marrakech. Pleasant scent throughout the hotel added a touch of luxury to the overall experience. High-quality bathroom products provided in the rooms. Enjoyable terrace and well-maintained pool area for relaxation.
I recently had the opportunity to stay at the Es Saadi Marrakech Resort - Hotel, and while there were some positive aspects to my experience, there were also several disappointments that affected my overall impression of the establishment. Installation: One of the main drawbacks of the hotel was the aging infrastructure. The installation, including the rooms and common areas, seemed outdated and in need of renovation. The decor appeared tired, and some areas showed signs of wear and tear. It was clear that the hotel had not kept up with modern standards, and this impacted the overall ambiance and comfort of the establishment. Value vs. Proposition: I found the pricing of the hotel to be considerably high in relation to the overall proposition. While I understand that luxury accommodations often come with a higher price tag, I was left questioning whether the value I received was commensurate with what I paid. The outdated facilities and lackluster maintenance did not justify the premium price charged, and it left me feeling somewhat dissatisfied with my investment. Staff Attitude: While the staff at the hotel were generally friendly, I encountered instances where some of them seemed indifferent or failed to meet the standards expected of a 5-star establishment. Given the premium nature of the hotel, I anticipated a higher level of professionalism and attentiveness. It was disappointing to experience inconsistencies in service quality, as this directly impacted the overall customer experience and left a somewhat sour impression. In conclusion, my stay at the Es Saadi Marrakech Resort - Hotel had its ups and downs. The aging infrastructure, overpriced value proposition, and inconsistent staff attitude were significant factors that affected my overall satisfaction. While there were positive aspects to the hotel, such as its location and certain amenities, I would hesitate to recommend it to others seeking a truly luxurious and exceptional experience.
7 June 2023
Will highly recommend.
Everything was perfect
19 May 2023
Exceptional
everything
everything
16 May 2023
3 star hotel
I think this hotel is no way a 5 star hotel . It’s between a 3 star or 3.5 star maximum.
The rooms is like 30 years old . Carpet dirty . Wardrobe horrible . Front door keys and locks are horrible . Bed was very old . The hotel need total refurbishment.
12 March 2023
So nice
I was with my wife and everything was so nice. The staff was very kind. the pool was quite enough. Location is super. you can go for shopping, you can you to old city by foot. We booked for halfboard and it was not bad but should be enlarge the menu for dinner.
N/A
8 January 2023
Fabulous
really helpful and friendly staff
13 December 2022
Pleasant
Late check out at 3 pm without additional charges.
Rooms facing the street are loud, as there is just a sliding door (single glass) to the balcony. To avoid street noise I would recommend a room facing the garden.
2 December 2022
Pleasant
the pool.
16 November 2022
pleasant stay with friendly staff, rooms need a little update, hotel gardens and pool area beautiful.
beautiful garden and pool area, good breakfast.
rooms more like 3* hotel , outside 5*
12 November 2022
Very good
Friendly staff. Quirky hotel. Great location
1 November 2022
lovely stay in Morroco !
lovely garden. the service is good . the food is good . the staff are very friendly . good location.
none
29 October 2022
Very pleasant and enjoyable. Staff very helpful.
Staff was very pleasant and helpful at all times. Facilities too were good. However, the rooms were dated and need modernising, e.g. not enough plug points. Staff organised all our excursions which went really well too.
The only thing that I did not like and came as a surprise was that the hotel added a MAD 200 per room per night for a supplement. We had booked for 2 adults and 2 children (age 17 and 13). The hotel said the supplement was added as in Marrakech adults are aged 10 and above.
28 October 2022
Very good
Beautiful hotel park, very good breakfast, excellent service.
Spa needs to be booked in advance - limited space.
26 September 2022
Questionable 5 star property.
the pool was great. big enough to swim a few lengths.
For some reason some guests were treated like royalty and when they wanted the service of the staff you can forget about your needs as it was like you are invisible. happened a couple of times during breakfast. The room service waiter was very rude to us all because we didn’t want to get conned into buying something that his friend would have to leave the hotel to get for us and we said no. For a 5 star hotel I felt there are areas in the property that could do with a freshen up. The room and en-suite looked very tired . The room cleaner was lovely and we left a large tip for her as it was deserved.
18 September 2022
Fabulous
Pool Breakfast Good big rooms
3 August 2022
Pleasant
The swimming pool and outdoor area is bigger than expected and the international breakfast has a large variety of dishes.
WiFi wasn't working properly everywhere, check in was very slow, difficult to pay by card.
1 August 2022
great location but hotel need renovation and reception staff need to enhance their skills
location
rude staff , old facilities and bad breakfast
30 July 2022
Fabulous
Nice hotel
Room key not easy to open the door
10 July 2022
lovely hotel, that was great value for money but slow service for food/drinks
the room was excellent- we had a corner suite with an extra lounge room, amazing views, and a large balcony with great views
the service was very slow in the bars and restaurants. the staff were friendly and helpful…it just took a long time to get their attention
16 June 2022
Enjoyed the stay.
location, staff very helpful and a clean place
Check in is very late
15 June 2022
It was very nice and relaxing
the staff was exceptional
the bed was not very comfortable
13 June 2022
Really relaxing and a perfect distance from the hubbub.
The garden is fabulous and the sun beds are super comfy. The staff did everything they could to make us comfortable.
nothing
31 May 2022
Fabulous
Facilities great, food great and set in lovely gardens.
25 April 2022
A really good trip for my family of 5/
Service was exceptional across the resort - great guidance on where to visit, booking dinner. Breakfast area was great every morning, lunch by the pool was great. The location is easy to get into town and they made a great effort to find taxi's for us that helped us get to new areas.
No comments from me.
16 April 2022
Real five stars in the centre of Marrakesh
Beautiful pool with an island in the middle and a palm tree on the island. Excellent food and service
1 April 2022
Great locations staff lovely rooms a little tired but had a great stay
Breakfast was great staff very helpful rooms were comfortable
Bedrooms are tired need updating bathroom also need updating paint work on balcony needs repainting
16 March 2022
Fabulous
Great Location, value for money, service, staff and their attentiveness. It was my birthday and they surprised me with a cake and flowers in the room. In my 5 days stay they all knew my name. Breakfast had good options, mustafa is amazing and made sure everyone not only me is happy and well frd. and room service menu is good too. Everyone is helpful and everyone smiles, you can even hear the room service lady, salima, smile through the phone.
The rooms are a bit "tired", if your room is facing the street all you can hear is horse carriages and speeding cars.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Shared lounge/TV area
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Currency exchange
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
Activities
- - Tennis court (additional charge)
- - Sauna (additional charge)
- - Fitness centre
- - Casino
- - Solarium (additional charge)
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Children's playground
- - Billiards
- - Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- - Hammam (additional charge)
- - Nightclub/DJ
- - Hot spring bath (additional charge)
- - Kids' club
- - Evening entertainment
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
Parking
- - Street parking
Pool and wellness
- - Heated pool
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
4 March 2025
Beautiful Resort Hotel!