Riad Dar Sbihi

in Marrakech , Morocco - Marrakech T rating: 4

 
  • Romantic hideaway
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Marble hammam
Small and perfectly formed, this Marrakechi maison is a real home-from-home.
More home than hotel, this enchanting riad will have you under its spell from the moment you arrive. It may sound like a cliché but from the hand-carved archways to the modern rooftop swimming pool, they’ve got the balance between old and new just right here.

When Saad and Sybille began restoring Dar Sbihi, they used local craftsman and traditional techniques to create the Marrakechi masterpiece you see today. Authentic interiors mix with mod cons to create an unpretentious atmosphere - it’s all limestone rendering, milk chocolate-coloured cedarwood and satellite TVs.

And then there’s the view. To one side it’s the sanctuary of one of Marrakech’s seven saints and to the other it’s the Medina and the snow-capped Atlas Mountains beyond. It doesn’t get much better than this – or so you might think.

But this tiny Moroccan hideaway is packed with gorgeous touches. An authentic courtyard garden separated into four fragrant flower beds by ‘zellij’ – blue and white tiled pathways. Coloured-glass windows that spill soft light into every corner. And a marble hammam for steaming away your stresses.

Not that you’ll have any worries left after 5 minutes of being looked after by Saad and Sybille. Nothing is too much trouble for this caring pair. Mint tea on the terrace. Breakfast on your balcony. Or dinner in the drawing room. Your every holiday wish is their command. And as they live here too, they’re always on hand to make you feel at home.

All this and you’ve got the countless treasures of Jemaa El Fna and the Medina right on your doorstep. Dinky and delightful, Dar Sbihi proves the best things really do come in small packages.

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Hotel features

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Meals

  • Breakfast served on roof terrace
  • Lunch and dinner on request

Swimming pool

  • Small heated swimming pool
  • 4 terrraces with views of the Atlas mountains, 1 with deckchairs
  • Marble hammam, offering body scrubs and massage
  • 2 lounges

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi throughout

Special Offers

Complimentary Moroccan 3-course dinner for 2 people on the first night of the stay (drinks not included). Minimum stay 7nts.

Extra Charges

Some facilities may incur extra local charges, please see the A-Z Guide

Other Information

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Only from Thomson

In the UK, this holiday is only available from the Thomson Group.

24/7 Service in Resort

This is our 24-hour phone service. You can use it to book days out, find out the local bus times and let us know about any problems that crop up. Prefer to speak to someone face to face? You can call us to arrange a personal visit too.

Our rating

4

Official Rating

Guesthouse 1st category

No. of lifts

None

No. of rooms

10

Room facilities

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Room facilities

All rooms have air-conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, radio, minibar and hairdryer on request. Standard rooms sleep up to 3, 3rd bed is non permanent.

Room Upgrades

We also offer Suites and Superior rooms.

Location

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  • In northern part of the Medina in Marrakech
  • 5 min walk to shops and restaurants
  • 20 min walk to main square
  • 15 mins drive from the airport
  • 2.5 hrs from Essaouira beach

Transfers

30 minutes

Your guide to Marrakech, Morocco - Marrakech

Once the focal point of a great empire, Marrakech stands at the crossroads between the swirling sands of the Sahara and the snow-capped slopes of the Atlas Mountains. Encircled by ochre-coloured walls, Marrakech is one of Morocco's four Imperial Cities. Its very name conjures up images of noisy bazaars and monumental palaces - and not without reason. Take a stroll through its bustling streets and you're bound to hear the hypnotic song of snake charmers' flutes or the melodic wail of muezzins calling people to prayer. Luring travellers from across the world, Marrakech is a magical city that will intoxicate your senses with its mix of cultural treasures, exotic flavours and local colour.

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More on Marrakech, Morocco - Marrakech

Once the focal point of a great empire, Marrakech stands at the crossroads between the swirling sands of the Sahara and the snow-capped slopes of the Atlas Mountains. Encircled by ochre-coloured walls, Marrakech is one of Morocco's four Imperial Cities. Its very name conjures up images of noisy bazaars and monumental palaces - and not without reason. Take a stroll through its bustling streets and you're bound to hear the hypnotic song of snake charmers' flutes or the melodic wail of muezzins calling people to prayer. Luring travellers from across the world, Marrakech is a magical city that will intoxicate your senses with its mix of cultural treasures, exotic flavours and local colour.

Reviews

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Riad Dar Sbihi reviews - what customers thought

Thomson Web Reviews

Overall score: 4/5

Based on 9 reviews

What to expect

  • Room comfort Room comfort: 4/5
  • Location Location: 4/5
  • Food Food: 4/5
  • Cleanliness Cleanliness: 5/5

Latest Thomson Reviews

 

Written on 01/01/2011, Anonymous said...

Both in our early 40s my husband (a vegetarian) and I have just returned from a weeks holiday here. There are no down sides, only ups. If you want fast food and cheap alcohol and insist on visiting Marrakech then please stay in the new city. It caters... more on this review

Giving it an overall rating out of 5: Overall score: 5/5

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Small and perfectly formed, this Marrakechi maison is a real home-from-home.

More home than hotel, this enchanting riad will have you under its spell from the moment you arrive. It may sound like a cliché but from the hand-carved archways to the modern rooftop swimming pool, they’ve got the balance between old and new just right here.

When Saad and Sybille began restoring Dar Sbihi, they used local craftsman and traditional techniques to create the Marrakechi masterpiece you see today. Authentic interiors mix with mod cons to create an unpretentious atmosphere - it’s all limestone rendering, milk chocolate-coloured cedarwood and satellite TVs.

And then there’s the view. To one side it’s the sanctuary of one of Marrakech’s seven saints and to the other it’s the Medina and the snow-capped Atlas Mountains beyond. It doesn’t get much better than this – or so you might think.

But this tiny Moroccan hideaway is packed with gorgeous touches. An authentic courtyard garden separated into four fragrant flower beds by ‘zellij’ – blue and white tiled pathways. Coloured-glass windows that spill soft light into every corner. And a marble hammam for steaming away your stresses.

Not that you’ll have any worries left after 5 minutes of being looked after by Saad and Sybille. Nothing is too much trouble for this caring pair. Mint tea on the terrace. Breakfast on your balcony. Or dinner in the drawing room. Your every holiday wish is their command. And as they live here too, they’re always on hand to make you feel at home.

All this and you’ve got the countless treasures of Jemaa El Fna and the Medina right on your doorstep. Dinky and delightful, Dar Sbihi proves the best things really do come in small packages.

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