Riad Dar Kawa, Traditional Moroccan riad in Marrakech medina, Morocco.
This 17th-century riad features four en-suite bedrooms, a central courtyard adorned with orange trees, and rooftop terraces providing panoramic views over the historic medina of Marrakech.
Built in the early 17th century, this riad was carefully restored in 1999 by designer Valérie Barkowski while preserving original materials and traditional Moroccan craftsmanship techniques.
The architecture incorporates traditional Berber elements, cedar wood, cement tiles, and textiles that reflect Morocco's ancestral culture within a refined and understated aesthetic framework.
The riad accommodates up to twelve guests and offers private chef services, natural ingredient spa treatments, and stands within walking distance of Marrakech's main attractions.
The suites feature distinctive layouts like the Mumtaz Suite with its glass pyramid allowing natural light to flood the space while overlooking the orange tree-filled patio below.
Location: Marrakech
Address: 18 Derb Ouali, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
Phone: +212661344333
Website: http://darkawa.net
GPS coordinates: 31.63111,-7.98523
Latest update: September 8, 2025 14:37
The riads of Marrakech are old Moroccan houses turned into places to stay. Built around a central courtyard, these traditional buildings hide behind quiet doors in the streets of the medina. They often have a pool, a fountain, or a inner garden, and a roof terrace that offers views of the city and sometimes the Atlas Mountains in the distance. These places blend local architecture with modern comfort. Some date back to the 18th or 19th century and keep their original decoration with colorful tiles, carved wood, and painted ceilings. Others add modern touches like stylish lounges or wellness areas with a hammam. Most are just a few minutes walk from Djemaa El Fna square and the old city markets.
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