La Maison Maure, Traditional guesthouse in Fes, Morocco.
Description
La Maison Maure is a guesthouse in Fes featuring traditional riad architecture with a central courtyard decorated with intricate tilework and carved wood. The property has nine air-conditioned rooms with modern private bathrooms and includes access to a traditional hammam.
History
The residence dates to the 16th century when it served as a home for a Moroccan pasha and retains its period architectural features. Careful restoration has maintained its historical structure while adapting it for contemporary use.
Culture
The guesthouse displays handcrafted ceramics, forged lanterns, and woven textiles that reflect centuries of local artisan work. Visitors can experience Moroccan cooking classes and traditional music evenings that showcase how these crafts remain part of daily cultural life.
Practical
The guesthouse is located near Al-Attarine Madrasa and the Royal Palace, with airport transfer services available. Guests should expect narrow winding streets in the medina and should allow time to explore the immediate neighborhood on foot.
Did you know?
The property includes three terraces and a solarium overlooking the medina where guests can observe the rooftops and winding alleyways during breakfast. This elevated vantage point offers a rare view of the layers of the old city's architecture.
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The old medina of Fez contains traditional houses that now serve as accommodations. These riads are historic homes built around central courtyards, featuring typical Moroccan architecture with tiled roofs, decorated walls, small fountains, and quiet gardens. Rooms are furnished with traditional...
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