Hotel Riad Viva

I stayed 2 night and I was very happy with their rooms and services. Highlights to Ali ! He was so nice and helpful would definitely recommend! If I ever come back I’d definitely stay there again! Thank you guys !

The Riad Viva is one of the “grande dames” of Sidi Mimoun. A lovely place in a great area of Marrakech. I suspect it was built in the early years of the 20th century. It has a very elegant 1920’s vibe. The floor plan is very well done. The finishing is luscious and luxurious. Lots of hand-cut zellij tile work. Amazing hand-carved plasterwork and natural woodwork. Gorgeous tan colored marble on the floors throughout. After close to 100 years, it’s still the best of the best. The staff is polite, friendly and efficient. They are lovely. I can’t say enough good things about this Riad, and I highly recommend it.

Had a weird/ uncomfortable experience here. You need to knock to be let into the building (only a room key is given the main door is on a knocking basis). We came back late one night (around midnight) and another guest was coming out so let us back in. The guy who does the night shift unlocked our bedroom door early in the morning and walked in. We were asleep and obviously very spooked by this ordeal. Not sure what the intention with this was, as all our stuff was in the room and we were asleep. When he noticed we were awake and noticed him he quickly left and said when we saw him at breakfast the next day that he wanted to ‘check we had come back’. Very strange and made us feel very unsettled for the rest of the trip. Probably wouldn’t return for this reason alone which is a shame. Otherwise… Nice Riad interior. Bit further in than some others so can be a little confusing to get to first. Nice rooftop area.

Perhaps a little late with our review, but we (a couple from Norway) stayed here for almost a week in november '23. We had a great stay, with a superb room in marrocan style (do not remember what the room was called but it could accomodate four , 2 in a double bed and 2 on sleeping sofa's, with a separate bathroom. Only a stair up to a nice roof terrace where we also had breakfast. A small -well maybe not a 'pool' but a square bath to cool down although we did not need that in november :-) Conveniently located close to the royal palace (erased from google maps) and short walk to center. Beware since it is a pedestrian zone you'll have to walk a few metres to get to evt. taxi's etc. Thanks especially to Radouan and Ahmed who very super friendly and helpsome!

My friend, Malin, and I spent 3 wonderful nights at Riad Viva, and our experience was truly delightful. The genuine warmth and hospitality of Meriem, our gracious host, Amine, and everyone from the Riad made us feel warmly welcomed and completely at ease. We particularly appreciated the flexibility of early check-in and late check-out. The riad exudes traditional Moroccan charm with its intricate design and serene ambiance. Each morning, Amine thoughtfully prepared and served a beautifully presented breakfast that added a delightful start to our days. We especially enjoyed savoring our meals while taking in the tranquility and peace in the Riad. Although the riad is situated a few blocks from where cars can access, which can make transporting luggage a bit challenging, Meriem arranged taxis with great efficiency to smooth our journey. She also offered excellent recommendations for local attractions and arranged massages, ensuring a thoroughly relaxing experience. This location contributes to the riad’s charm, offering a peaceful retreat from the city’s hustle and bustle. The attentive care and thoughtful touches from the staff made our experience exceptional. As this was our first trip to Morocco, we couldn’t have asked for a better introduction. Thank you for making it unforgettable.