We love the Red City, named for the rose hues of its buildings. Marrakech, with its sights, smells and sounds, riads, souks, and dars, is as wondrously mosaicked as its famous textiles. One minute away from the theater of life in the souks, hidden at the end of a typical derb of the medina, lies the charming Riad Alkemia. Enter its set of inlaid-wood Berber doors, and immerse yourself in quiet and relaxation.
Marrakech has a strong architectural heritage, and this home has plenty of treats for the eye. Carved domes and arches soar overhead in many of the rooms, while wrought-iron balconies swing around the central courtyard, looking down toward the pool and intimate corners for lounging. Unwind in the hammam and take your tea on the stunning rooftop terrace, with those spectacular pink-tinted buildings spread out below and around you.
This vacation rental in Marrakech operates a bit like a hotel: owners Bouchra and Youness will take care of all your needs, including delicious breakfasts and daily cleanings (both included). Youness can also arrange traditional dinners, private parties, and private tours.
It’s the perfect home base for following in the footsteps of fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent, who had a profound love affair with Marrakech; there is even a vast botanical garden and museum (designed by Studio Ko) dedicated to him.
Let the city and this unique riad inspire your own creativity.
Richard, March 13, 2020
This Riad is incredibly amazing and the location is probably the best I’ve experienced in the Medina as it’s a short walk from the Main Street. There’s an ATM right around the corner, stores everywhere and 10mins short walk to almost all the great restaurants and attractions in the Medina. The staff was amazing —especially the young lady who does a great job cleaning and is always smiling and very polite. The night staff Hussain is also very nice and social — making you feel at home. I had a very large group and Veronica helped with all details of my booking — especially that I needed rooms with separate beds in almost all the rooms. Communication was amazing. The breakfast was good also and this is the only Riad I’ve been to in Marrakesh where they gave us a key to be able to come and go as freely as we liked —other Riads refuse to give you a key and you have to constantly deal with annoyed night staffs when you come in late so I definitely appreciated feeling at home. The only thing I would note is that although the Riad is 7 spacious rooms—the main suite is divided into 3 rooms with one entrance (so you enter a room to go into the other 2). Overall an incredible stay and will stay again.
Richard
Enrico, February 20, 2020
What I can say ?!! There is not enough words to describe our stay at the Alkemia Riad . Hospitality food everything was wonderful ! The manager Youness who made us feel like we were at home always available for anything we needed . Also Veronica who was very kind with us . Everything was perfect from A to Z thank you !
Enrico
Aymeric, February 8, 2020
An oasis of tranquility and pampering in the middle of the Medina of Marrakesh. Riad Alkemia is an amazing home that is quiet, sumptuously decorated, and sparkling clean. The only thing that is even better than the house is its staff that is there to make your stay comfortable and memorable. We took advantage of the on site hamam and the upstairs terrace to bask in the sun, to eat lunch, and for drinks after dinner. The food was amazing. Why go out when you can have amazing food cooked on site and enjoyed in the company of friends. Riad Alkemia sets the barre to another level of hospitality.
Aymeric
Jothika, January 15, 2020
Our stay at the Riad Alkemia was the best vacation rental experience our group has ever had! Veronica, Youness, and team made our experience very comfortable and easy. The Riad is beautiful, very centrally located, and completely exceeded our expectations – we enjoyed at home spa treatments in the hammam, tea on the terrace, and a dinner cooked by Bouchra at the Riad. We really looked forward to returning to the Riad after our busy days out in Marrakesh. Highly recommend for an unforgettable stay!
Jothika
Sonja, December 15, 2019
We had the honor of being the first guest at the Riad. We felt welcomed and home for the first moment on. The stuff is extremely helpful and always with a beautiful smile. It is beautifully decorated and spacious with lots of possibilities to chill and relax. We found the location perfect. There is several strategic points close by which makes orientation super easy, even without a map. Thank you very much for a beautiful time in Marrakesh
Sonja