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Riad dar Chrifa

3.0 star property
Escape to an exotic retreat where flavors blend and traditions come alive. Find serenity by day and vibrant culture by night.

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Nestled in Fes El Bali, Riad dar Chrifa offers a tranquil oasis with 12 on-site restaurants serving Moroccan cuisine and a terrace for relaxation. Unwind in the sauna or Turkish bath/hammam, explore the library, or stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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About the area

Fes El Bali, a neighborhood in Fes, is home to Riad dar Chrifa. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Parc Jnane Sbile and Atlas Garden, while Dar Batha Museum and Talisman Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation and Fondouk Tsetouanien are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Fes travel guide
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20 Arsat El Hammoumi Ziat, Fes, 30000

What's nearby

  • Hallway of zaouia of Sidi Ahmed Tijani, Fes, Morocco
    Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Blue Gate
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bou Inania Madrasa
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Place Bou Jeloud
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Moulay Idriss II Mausoleum
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Fes Station
    7 min drive
  • Fes (FEZ-Saiss)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • cafe rsif
    11 min walk
  • Palais La Médina
    12 min walk
  • Dar Tagine
    12 min walk
  • Veggie Pause
    12 min walk
  • Cafe Mounia
    9 min walk

About this property

Riad dar Chrifa

Hotel located in Fes El Bali
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a free manager's reception, and a terrace at Riad dar Chrifa. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the Turkish bath/hammam. At the 12 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Moroccan cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A TV in the lobby, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at Riad dar Chrifa feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (MAD 20 per day)
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM
  • 12 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Traditional Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Turkish bath

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 140.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 13.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: MAD 150 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Nearby parking fee: MAD 20 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 140.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Chrifa
Riad dar Chrifa
Riad dar Chrifa Fes
Riad dar Chrifa Hotel
Riad dar Chrifa Hotel Fes
Riad dar Chrifa Fes
Riad dar Chrifa Hotel
Riad dar Chrifa Hotel Fes

Frequently asked questions

Is Riad dar Chrifa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riad dar Chrifa?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Riad dar Chrifa?

Check-out is at 12:30 PM.

Does Riad dar Chrifa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of MAD 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is Riad dar Chrifa located?

Located in Fes El Bali, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Glaoui Palace and Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation. Dar Batha Museum and Place R'cif are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Riad dar Chrifa Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely Riad with friendly, helpful staff. The room was great, the breakfasts were nice. It is, however, quite a long and very confusing walk to the main parts of the Medina.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Medina Hotel

Beautiful new hotel! Modern, spacious rooms. Had suite with a balcony overlooking mountains and city. Nice rooftop. Variety of food on breakfast. Medina location, close proximity to all sightseeings.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Joli Riad très propre et confortable. Bons repas. Nous avons apprécié l’accueil et la disponibilité du personnel au cours du séjour.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay here again!

Beautiful. Staff very accommodating, friendly and helpful. Very close to gate for taxis. Very close to wonderful restaurant. Great terrace. Overall exceptional.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

takui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice riad...it was like a small palace""..........."..............
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great stay

Had a great stay here bar a few problems using the bathroom. Zachariah was super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Herwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy bueno

Excelente sitio hermoso típico cómodo personal amable buena ubicación
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

katya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Riad proche de tout.

Gens très très sympathiques, bon accueil, avec du thé et biscuits, aide pour les excursions, conseilles, on voulais rester plus de temps, mais on devait aller à Marrakech. On retournerai ce sûre.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful rooms, convenient parking

Beaitiful riad within the Medina. Fatima checked us in and she was very kind. Parking lot available within 1 block and easy access by car. Worked out well for us for the stop in Fes before continuing over to the Sahara desert. Recommend this place.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Riad precioso, muy autentico y limpio.

Fatima y el señor, el dueño del Riad, son personas serias, fiables y muy atentos. Nos han atendido y ayudado en todo lo que hemos preguntado, y nuestra estancia ha sido muy agradable e interesante. Fez y el riad, maravillosos, fascinante y un toque de misterio. Si podemos, volveremos sin dudarlo.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient, art, good location

Very nice staff, delicious breakfast
Verified

10/10 Excellent

madeleinessss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel près de la médina on y va à pied

Un guide vous accompagne dans la médina ou même en voiture Le petit déjeuner est copieux et très appétissant Le patron se dérange même pour vérifier l'état de votre voiture Quand on est une femme c'est super Et puis c'est un riad de luxe dans la grande tradition de Fez Surprenant de trouver un riad pareil dans une petite ruelle
Verified

6/10 Okay

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

So recomendo p homens e em grupo

O cafe da manhã é otimo o hotel por dentro é simpático
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Riad de charme , havre de paix.

quartier idéalement situé,au calme, proche de la médina qui bouillonne.Personnel au petit soin pour vous, qui s'adapte à tous vos désirs.Petit déjeuner copieux et varié tous les jours, proche de la médina et à 100 m de la porte Ziat. facilité pour attraper un taxi peu couteux 12 dirham au + et qui vous emmène partout dans la ville.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Views from Terrace

Staff was very friendly and helpful--Just inside the Medina--Close to all the Shopping and good restaurants--Good Breakfasts--Owner greeted us every day and was helpful--Clean Rooms and Hot Showers. Very Nice Riad--Taxi can drop you off at the front door--Wish I could have stayed longer...
Verified

8/10 Good

Farah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was home away from home! Kareem was the most gracious host.Fes streets are very confusing,he walked with us the first day.Arranged a guide to go sightseeing and got us a taxi late at night to go to the train station. He made our stay memorable.Fatima was very friendly.She enlightened us on many sites to visit in Morocco. Room amenities were comfortable. Delicious breakfast and mint tea.Would definitely recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jean paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
séjour très agréable dans ce magnifique riad où propreté et gentillesse étaient au rendez-vous. je le recommande vivement !
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall a very nice place to stay

This is a lovely riad with big spacious rooms and large comfortable beds. Unfortunately, the shower wasn't as great as I had to stand right at the edge of the bathtub to be able to stand under the shower. The owner's persistent touting of his tour guides was rather annoying but on the other hand, the front desk staff were very helpful and friendly. The riad is located a short walk to the main gate but the streets around the riad are very quiet and can feel a little unsafe to be wandering around in after dark if one is alone.
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very welcoming riad

The folks here could not be more welcoming and are very helpful. Their meals are delicious and the rooms are very comfortable and clean. We were traveling with our two adult children and had 2 suites on the top floor that worked perfectly. Its a very traditional riad in the medina that gives you true Moroccan flavor. They were very helpful arranging for a guide and drivers. Their English is limited but we did fine communicating in French.
Verified

8/10 Good

vashti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

very nice riad with great staff

this is a great choice for a relaxing stay in tes, the riad is beautiful, clean, comfortable and the staff are friendly and helpful. they provided us with a map and we were able to find our way to and from the medina without any difficulty. they recommended a guide for our first day in the medina and also helped us with finding a dentist. the laundry service was very expensive and we didnt realisedthe the bed tax is not included in the price of the hotel. we would highly recommend this hotel
Verified

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mooi en ontspannen verblijf!

Mooie Riad, met super vriendelijk personeel en lekker ontbijt.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bardzo sympatyczna obsluga.

Bardzo dobry hotel dla tych, ktorzy chca poczuc Orient, a jednoczesnie lubia komfort.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

riad dar chrifa fes

excellent accueil . chambre spacieuse .bonne situation pas très loin des sites à visiter.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Riad, Helpful Staff

This Riad is located at the south end of the medina. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful. All employees spoke french and 2 spoke some english. The rooms were clean and beautifully appointed. Our room had a separate sitting room and a large bathroom. Breakfast was included and entailed various breads, jams, and coffee. Omelettes could be added for an additional fee. Breakfast could be eaten in the lovely garden or on the rooftop. The hotel has a very nice view of the medina. The staff can prepare a traditional morrocan dinner in the garden courtyard upon request (this was expensive and without alcohol). The location was in the medina (tell cabs Ziat gait) or take a 25 minute brisk walk from new town to get there. A 15 minute walk will get you to Jewish quarter and Blue gate (where most of the sights are). This walk was fine during the day, but uncomfortable at night. There are no sights or restaurants right next to the Riad so expect several long walks or negotiate cabs (should be 15 dirham to/from the train station in new town, but the cabs will quote you 40 and you'll have to negotiate - if you have luggage it's tough to negotiate). We requested a guide for the medina. Our guide was well-informed, reasonably priced, and spoke perfect english. The other nice part about Riad Dar Chrifa is that the price quoted is your actual price. There were no extra fees for phone calls, holding luggage, taxes, etc.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

B

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I have never been made feel more unwelcome.

We had booked this hotel for 2 nights. Upon arrival at the hotel we were shown to our room. We could smell dampness as soon as we walked in. This was confirmed by the walls of the bathroom. We asked to be moved to a better room. After explaining to us that this was supposedly a 'feature' of the hotel, we were shown to a room which was better, but still nowhere near what we had expected based on the website. The floor tiles and furniture were quite old and worn and the bathroom also had signs of dampness. Worse was yet to come however. The next morning we were told that we had to pay additional taxes for accommodation that was sub-standard to begin with. This was despite the fact that our booking through hotels.com had explicitly stated that all taxes and fees were included. This led to our first meeting with the receptionist. I have to say she was very unpleasant to deal with, asking if either of us had any experience of travelling and petulantly turning the computer screen away from us at one point. She eventually admitted having sent an email to hotels.com to sort this out, but still insisted we pay up. We asked to speak to the owner, who consequently didn't bother to turn up. We had a similar confrontation the following day and in addition we were charged several times the cost price for a bottle of water which we had been told was free. We have travelled many places in the world but we will never forget this hotel or the way we were treated. We feel we have been maltreated and quite deceived. Do not be fooled by the website or the slick photography and please do not make the same mistake we did by booking this unfriendly, overpriced, sub-standard excuse for a hotel.