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Discover the best riads in Fez, Morocco — from luxurious retreats in the Medina to charming budget-friendly hideaways. Handpicked for style, comfort, and authentic Moroccan hospitality.
| ➡️Discover the best places to stay in Fez, Morocco — from the historic Medina’s charming riads to Ville Nouvelle’s modern hotels. Find top neighborhoods, handpicked stays, and insider tips to make your trip unforgettable. ➡️Read our detailed 3-day itinerary in Fez. Explore the historic medina, vibrant souks, ancient landmarks, and hidden gems with this detailed travel guide. ➡️These are the places that stayed with us most, along with the practical tips that make choosing where to eat in Fez much easier. ➡️Read our guide with the best things to do in Fez and nearby, along with practical tips to help you move through the city more easily, choose where to stay, and find places worth sitting down for a proper meal. |
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1. Palais Faraj & Spa – Elegance in Every Detail
Set in the leafy Ziat district at the edge of the medina, Palais Faraj & Spa is a love letter to Moroccan craftsmanship. This 19th-century palace has been meticulously restored by a Fez family dedicated to preserving the refined Arab-Andalusian art of living. Inside, contemporary design meets traditional artistry — think shimmering zellige tiles, ornate stucco, and hand-carved wood — all wrapped around 31 spacious suites (starting at 30 m²).
The common spaces are just as impressive, with a restaurant and bar offering sweeping views over the city. The cuisine is a highlight too — from breakfast full of local flavors to exquisite dinners that live up to Fez’s culinary reputation.
Why you’ll love it: Eco-friendly management, organic spa products, a jewel-like library filled with books on Morocco, and a pool that’s pure gold in the summer heat.
Best room to book: A Junior Suite (40 m²) for more space, or splurge on a suite with a medina view.
Rates: From €188 for a classic suite, €256 for a Junior, €305 for a deluxe suite.
2. Riad Le Calife – A Curiosity Cabinet with a Personal Touch
On the Andalusian side of Fès el-Bali, Riad Le Calife feels like stepping into a collector’s dream. Owners Yasmine and Alexandre have filled the spaces — from the plush library lounge to the orientalist dining room — with treasures they’ve gathered over the years. The seven rooms and suites (19 m² to 56 m²) are named after gemstones and dressed in noble fabrics, rich colors, and unique objects.
The vibe is warm, intimate, and ultra-personalized, with the owners themselves making sure every detail is perfect. Soon, the riad will add a small pool, hammam, tea bar, and more rooms.
Why you’ll love it: Easy to reach by car or on foot (no getting lost in medina alleys!) and a restaurant with a panoramic view.
Best room to book: One of the three king-bed suites — the Ruby is gorgeous, with deep reds and African art pieces.
Rates: From €110 for a double, €150 for a suite, breakfast included.
3. Jardin des Biehn – An Artist’s Dream in a Pasha’s Palace
Imagine a lush, whimsical garden designed by Michel Biehn, an antiques dealer and globe-trotter with a passion for textiles and cuisine. This is the Jardin des Biehn — a dreamy guesthouse where each of the 8 suites and 6 rooms tells its own story.
“La Circassienne” glows with embroidered gypsy fabrics and stained-glass windows; “The Berber Dancer” wears the finery of the Atlas; “The Oriental” offers a Chinese courtesan’s canopy bed. At the far end, the Fez Café serves inventive Moroccan-Mediterranean dishes in a relaxed, bohemian setting.
Why you’ll love it: A hidden garden pool and spa treatments in the former hammam of Pasha El Mokri.
Best room to book: “The Desert Princess” (21 m²) with an enormous 80 m² terrace, or “The Persian” (28 m²). For a splurge, take over the Pasha’s own apartment.
Rates: From €150 for a double, €181 for a deluxe, €250 for a junior suite, breakfast included.
4. Riad Fès Hotel (Relais & Châteaux) – A Story in Four Courtyards
This luxury boutique hotel is a masterpiece of contrasts: four patios — one with a heated pool — and a panoramic terrace, each telling a chapter in Fez’s architectural story. From the ornate Moroccan patio with stucco and zellige to the sleek limestone courtyard, it’s a visual journey.
The 30 rooms and suites mix styles too, from pared-down classic rooms to ambassador suites rich with mosaics, textiles, and intricate detail.
Why you’ll love it: A refined spa offering Cinq Mondes and MarocMaroc treatments, and a chic restaurant reimagining Fez cuisine.
Best room to book: A Deluxe (ideally with a terrace) or an Ambassador Suite for full traditional grandeur.
Rates: From €231 for a classic, €241 for a Deluxe, €296 for a Superior Deluxe, €463 for an Ambassador Suite.
5. Palais Amani – A Luxury Window onto Fez
From the outside, Palais Amani looks like a traditional riad. Inside, it’s a luxury boutique hotel with 21 rooms and suites designed for immersion in Fez life. Take a cooking class, enjoy yoga on the rooftop, hike Mount Zalagh, or taste local wines at dinner.
Why you’ll love it: Rooftop massages in warm months, a candlelit spa, and in-room espresso machines in every category.
Best room to book: The classics are comfortable, but the Deluxe rooms offer more space. For the ultimate stay, the 100 m² grand suite with panoramic views is unbeatable.
Rates: From €198 for a classic, €264 for a Deluxe, €396 for a Junior Suite, €924 for the grand suite, breakfast included.
6. Riad & Spa Dar Bensouda – The Beauty of Time’s Patina
Near the bustling R’Cif market, Dar Bensouda is a masterclass in restraint. Renovations have preserved the patina of the woodwork, faded stucco, and centuries-old zellige tiles. The colonnaded patio is breathtaking in its simplicity, and the 18 rooms and suites are serene and understated.
Why you’ll love it: A panoramic terrace with city and mountain views, plus genuinely attentive staff.
Best room to book: A Prestige Room with painted wood and zellige, or a Deluxe Suite for more comfort.
Rates: From €77 for a Prestige, €88 for a Junior Suite, €102 for a Deluxe Suite.
7. Riad Mayfez Suites & Spa – Boutique Luxury with Character
With just six suites and one room, Riad Mayfez offers privacy and refined elegance. Housed in a former vizier’s palace and an Art Deco villa, the 1500 m² space revolves around a black-marble heated pool. Vintage silverware, sumptuous fabrics, and intimate salons give it the feel of a private residence.
Why you’ll love it: A children’s space (parent-supervised) and cozy bioethanol fireplaces for winter stays.
Best room to book: The Harar Junior Suite with caravan-inspired décor, or the Palmyre Ambassador Suite (60 m²) with a 30 m² terrace and sweeping views.
Rates: From €190 for a Deluxe double, €265 for a Junior Suite, €292 for an Ambassador Suite.
8. Riad Laaroussa – A Family Affair
Owned and run by Fred and Cathy, Riad Laaroussa is a 17th-century palace turned true family home. The 13 spacious, TV-free rooms and suites showcase architectural details rather than gadgets. Guests enjoy a spa, a heated pool (10 m x 4 m), and warm hospitality.
Why you’ll love it: Fireplaces in the suites and a homey, welcoming atmosphere.
Best room to book: The 60 m² terrace suite on the second floor, with panoramic views of the monuments and mountains.
Rates: €110–€283, breakfast included.
9. Hôtel Sahrai – Sleek Modernity Above the Medina
Perched on a hill where the palace of Marshal Lyautey once stood, Hôtel Sahrai is a striking limestone-and-glass creation by designer Christophe Pillet. The 50 rooms and suites (30–80 m²) subtly weave Moroccan touches into their sleek modern lines. The rooftop Jungle restaurant serves Lebanese dishes with jaw-dropping views.
Why you’ll love it: A spa with Cinq Mondes and MarocMaroc treatments, an infinity-style pool, and a colonnaded gallery perfect for afternoon tea.
Best room to book: A Deluxe with city or pool views, or for a splurge, the Sahrai Suite with bespoke designer furnishings.
Rates: From €247 for a Deluxe, €274 with view, €293 for a Superior, €595 for the Sahrai Suite.
10. Riad Algila Fes – Classic Charm in Three Patios
Centered around three peaceful patios, Riad Algila Fes blends marble floors, carved stucco, stained glass, and the gentle trickle of fountains. The 12 rooms (including 4 suites) are classically decorated with Egyptian cotton sheets and memory-foam mattresses.
Why you’ll love it: You can even privatize each of the three houses for a family or group.
Best room to book: Higher categories offer more room to relax — sizes range from 17 m² to 25 m².
Rates: From €120 for a Classic, €140 for a Superior, €150 for a Suite.
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