Riad Altair

We had a wonderful stay at Riad Altair. The hotel is incredibly tranquil and peaceful, a perfect escape from the busy streets of Marrakech. The hospitality was outstanding — Abdou, the hotel manager, was warm, attentive, and gave us a detailed map and helpful recommendations as soon as we arrived. We were welcomed with lovely mint tea and biscuits. Breakfast daily was yummy with different options each day. Must try having breakfast on the terrace, so relaxing! Also to mention the night staff were lovely and friendly. The talented chef prepared an amazing dinner for us one evening. Apologies I didn't catch anyones names. Honestly, we enjoyed the food at the riad even more than the restaurants in the area, we only wish we had booked dinner there more often!
The rooms were beautiful and comfortable, with a charming terrace that offered breathtaking sunsets and sunrises. Housekeeping was done daily without us ever needing to ask, and any questions we had were answered immediately. The only things to note are that the rooms can feel a bit dark, especially if you like doing makeup in bright light — although opening the doors and sunroof brings in gorgeous natural light. We visited during a colder period, so our room felt chilly at night, but we’re sure the staff would have helped if we had mentioned it. We booked through Jet2 so greate value for money.

This is a beautiful place to stay. Very good location and, above all else, Abdou and His team are fantastic. Great value, lovely breakfast, comfortable rooms, 2 level roof top terraces. Nothing is too much trouble for them. They can arrange tours and transfers for you and restaurant reservations.
Can't speak highly enough of them and this excellent Riad.

My wife and I stayed here in November 2025 and had a wonderful stay. The riad was beautiful, the staff could not do more for you and the location was really good. Would highly recommend.

We're just home from our trip to Marrakech and could not be more pleased!
The Riad is beautiful — clean and comfortable, with good sized bedrooms and different spaces for socialising. We were really impressed and pleased with how peaceful it is, given that it is located just two short alleyways away from the bustle of the Medina. After a day spent out in the rush and noise of Marrakech, the Riad is a welcome pocket of calm and relaxation!
Our welcome with water and tea was pleasant while we waited for the manager to finish welcoming some other guests. It seems that he has a well-practiced routine for introducing guests to the area with a map, and marking out places of interest. I'm not sure that the paper map is a necessity, with the popularity of things like Google Maps (and we had next to no issues with signal the whole time), but it is a nice touch.
Meals were lovely — breakfast was hot drinks, fruit and yoghurt, pancakes, pastries, and eggs if you wanted them. We enjoyed being joined by the local songbirds coming down through the open roof to get their morning crumbs! The team were accommodating on the morning that we had an early start for a tour — when we got downstairs there was coffee and pastries out on the table for us.
Dinner was varied, good portion sizes (actually a little too much for me) and worked out as a good price for a 3-course meal. Just had to let them know in the morning if you were in or out for dinner so that the cook and prep as needed.

We (4 middle aged women) had an absolutely lovely stay at this riad. It was recommended to us and did not disappoint. The riad itself is beautiful, quiet, serene and very comfortable. Walking distance into the souks, restaurants and the Secret Garden. The staff were so accommodating and patient with all our questions and requests. Breakfast was lovely and dinner amazing quality and value. Thoroughly recommend! 😊

Riad Altair – A Peaceful Oasis in the Heart of Marrakech!
We recently stayed at Riad Altair for four nights during a special trip to Marrakech to celebrate my birthday, and it was absolutely wonderful.
Before our visit, I contacted the Riad to help arrange a traditional hammam and a day trip to the Atlas Mountains. Abdou, the manager, couldn’t have been more helpful, he organised everything perfectly and made the process effortless.
From the moment we arrived, we felt an incredible sense of calm. The team welcomed us with mint tea, and our room was decorated with a birthday banner across the bed, such a thoughtful surprise!
The Riad truly feels like an oasis in the city, just a five-minute walk from the hustle and bustle of the Medina, yet inside it’s tranquil, cool, and beautifully decorated. Every time we stepped through the door, it was as though we’d come home to peace and quiet after the energy of the city outside.
The staff were warm, welcoming, and genuinely kind. The breakfasts were delicious, and the evening meal we enjoyed on our last night was absolutely beautiful.
We left feeling completely relaxed and cared for. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Riad Altair to anyone visiting Marrakech, we would absolutely stay again.

Wonderful place. Really well kept. Neat and clean. Beautiful terrace. Mr Abdou and Mr Yasin were awesome. The lady who was cooking for us was a wonderful chef and a smiling courteous angel. We had the most awesome breakfast and dinner.

We spent 4 relaxing days at Riad Altair. Perfect location, in the heart of the medina but once you step inside the front door you are in a peaceful, calm oasis. Our bedroom was comfortable, with aircon. The staff were so kind and friendly, helping with taxi bookings, organising tour guides and our amazing sunrise hot air balloon ride. The views from the rooftop terrace over the medina were stunning, you could just make out the Atlas Mountains! A plentiful breakfast every morning is included and we had dinner on two evenings, both delicious home cooked meals. Thank you so much Abdou, Yassin and the whole team!

We celebrated 40 years of friendship in this oasis of peace and calm within the fabulous magic of Marrakesh. Abdou and team assisted us in finding the best trips and arranged taxi’s. They prepared us tasty meals. The rooms were nice and the roof top terraces great places to chill.
Very friendly staff.

We have just spent 7 nights at the Riad Altair, our first time in Marrakech.
We had a wonderful time! The hotel is beautiful, a haven of peace after exploring the city. Our room was lovely, spacious with a large bathroom. The hotel is well placed and within easy reach of the main attractions. There is a lovely roof area to relax in the sun if you wish. We cannot praise the staff highly enough, they are all so cheerful and helpful. We ate in the hotel each evening and the food was superb. Each night chef Saida served us three courses of traditional Moroccan cuisine, delicious. Yassine, our waiter, was always happy and smiling, he always explained the dish and its ingredients and was very helpful in telling us how to get to the places we were visiting. Thanks also to Samira who cleaned our rooms and, on one evening, also cooked us a lovely meal. The breakfast was excellent with a wide choice of fresh fruits, home made yoghurt, pancakes, fresh bread, croissants and sweet pastries and eggs. Finally, a special thank you to Abdou, the manager, who made us feel so welcome and was always helpful.
This a fabulous place to stay and we would not hesitate to go there again.

Wow wow wow! Myself and friend have just arrived back home after the most wonderful stay at Riad Altair.
We were met at our taxi (which we arranged with the Riad) by a lovely lady who walked us to the Riad, she was so welcoming and friendly.
When we stepped inside, it smelt wonderful and was wonderfully peaceful. We arrived very late due to delays but they had prepared us a meal which was really delicious. (We had arranged the meal in advance)
Our room was absolutely gorgeous and spotlessly clean. Perfect size for 2 people, plenty of storage space, towels, robes and toiletries. I was really impressed. It was peaceful all night, we popped the air con on and had the best sleep.
We were greeted in the morning by lovely, happy, smiley staff. Breakfast was plentiful, fruits, yogurt, breads, egg, pancakes and more. We even had English tea. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff they were absolutely wonderful.
The rooftop terrace is lovely, perfect to sunbathe, there is also places to relax in shade. The small pool is wonderful after a long hot day exploring.
Yasim sat down with us, gave us a map and lots of information/ tips. What a wonderful man. All of the staff were amazing, polite, friendly, helpful.
I would have loved to have stayed longer, it really felt so homely.
The location was fab, a short walk to Jemaa El-Fnaa Square. Lots of cash points on the way.
Thank you so much for an amazing stay. We loved everything. Xx.

My sister and I stayed at Riad Altair for 3 nights in May 2025. The experience was fantastic! We were met by Yasim where our airport transfer dropped us off and he walked us to the Riad stopping occasionally to check we understood the directions to get to and from the Riad. Once inside he brought us mint tea and homemade biscuits and talked through a map of Marrakech highlighting places we may want to visit and ensuring we knew how to get to the areas we knew we wanted to go. We were then shown our beautiful room — Vega, a spacious superior room, ample space to store and hang clothes and a beautiful bathroom with shower gel, shampoo etc plus hairdryer.
Breakfast was lovely with lots of choice and all the staff we met were really friendly and welcoming.
The location was great, a short walk to the main square and a slightly longer walk to Rue Yves Saint Laurent in the new town. Numerous shops and bars and cafes nearby.
The Riad has a lovely peaceful room terrace where you can relax and also a plunge pool which is very refreshing after a hot day exploring the city.
I would definitely return!

We had a fantastic stay at Riad Altair and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Marrakech. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by the friendly and attentive staff, who made us feel right at home. The riad has only six rooms, which creates a peaceful, intimate atmosphere—perfect for relaxing after a day in the busy medina.
Our room was spotlessly clean, beautifully decorated, and very comfortable. The entire riad has a calm, home-like feel that made it easy to unwind. Breakfast was delicious every morning, with fresh local ingredients, and we also had dinner there one evening, which was excellent.
The staff were always happy to help with recommendations and directions, and their hospitality really made our stay special. A true hidden gem!

What a beautiful, tranquil, calm place. Everything is really classy and clean and relaxing. A beautiful Riad with a beautiful roof terrace too. The staff are all so lovely, nothing is too much trouble, they arranged taxis for us each time we went further afield and in general were friendly and welcoming. Location is great, you are 15 mins walk from everything. We had a lovely breakfast here. Unfortunately we didn't get chance to eat here on an evening as we packed so much into our 3 night stay but heard good things from the other guests. Definitely recommend!

We were 3 couples staying at this amazing place. It is an oasis of calm with a great roof terrace to watch the sunset. Abdul, the manager, was a fantastic host going above and beyond to make our stay truly memorable. The rooms were comfortable and Moroccan, the breakfasts varied, fresh and plentiful and we had 2 evening meals, which were delicious.
Abdul was so helpful, arranging a trip to the Atlas Mountains and suggesting places to visit. All of the staff were friendly and welcoming.
We all agreed that we would return.

Serenity. Delicious meals. Fantastic staff. These are but a few words that come to mind when we think back on our stay at the Riad Altair. Perhaps what we liked most about it was that it did not try hard to be anything but peaceful, muted, classy and clean. There were no over-the-top, in-your-face colors and patterns, no million-and-one hanging lamps that verge on a Vegas vibe, none of those visuals that some riads have — as if guests needed to be reminded every second that they are in Morocco. The place managed to do all that in a more nuanced and, ultimately, sublime, way. The Riad Altair — an amazing place to come home to after the magnificent chaos that is Marrakech.

The hotel is a lovely, peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. The staff are all excellent and nothing is too much trouble. Abdul helped us arrange a trip to the Atlas mountains which was great.
We are evening meals there which were all home cooked and delicious. Breakfast every day was hearty and fresh.
We would highly recommend a stay and would stay again if we return to Marrakech.
Thank you.