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Du Travel Library Contacts form mai 2006
Name:Abbie McDonough
New York ,
US
Hello,
I would like to recommend that you list Riad Ariha in the medina of
Marrakech as one of your \"places to stay\". I stayed in this riad for
four nights at the end of April and I had the most wonderful time. The
riad is in the middle of the media, a bit north of the Djemma el-Fna.
The setting is gorgeous and very tranquil, with clean, white walls and 4
beautiful, simple rooms. There is a roof with cushions and chairs, as
well as a seating area on a second level balcony that is open and makes
a perfect spot for mint tea after a day of touring. The mint tea at Riad
Ariha was the best that I had in all of Morocco . In addition, the owner,
is incredibly helpful and responds quickly to email correspondence. And
the staff at the riad are extremely friendly and will help with all
suggestions and reservations to dinners adn things to do during the day.
This riad was definitely a find and I will recommend it to anyone who
visits Marrakech.
Abbie
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Apr 30, 2006 : Ferney-Voltaire , France
For those planning on visiting Marrakesh , I would strongly recommend the magical Riad Al Ariha in the center of the Medina . Making my way through the confusion of donkeys, wheelbarrows, bicycles and motorcycles, I opened a door and found a haven of peace and beauty. The courtyard with its dipping pool was like an oasis, and I was privileged to have been able to visit each of the unique bedrooms fitted out with an excellent eye to even the smallest detail. One can also admire the view of the Atlas Mountains from the sunroof
And the icing on the cake was the warmhearted and efficient staff who made me feel more like a family member than a guest. One can order meals of traditional food, of which I am well acquainted, and found them of a superior quality. I happened to be there at the same time as a professional chef from the UK who was so impressed that he asked for the recipes!
For an unforgettable holiday, don't miss this Riad.
Rosemary , France
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Much appreciated. Lovely environment and friendly staff. Thanks.
Randa
July 13 th , 2006
This place was exactly what I needed a perfect vacation for me especially grateful for the massage, waxing and pedicure services. I feel great. Dinner was AMAZING! Wow I will have very good memories of this place!
Natalie Provo , Utah , USA
My family the Moon family Dallas, Texax, USA
July 12 th , 2006
What a wonderful place! The calm, cool, tranquility of the riad is nestled like a gem in amongst the hustle and bustle of wondrous Marrakesh . Riad Ariha felt like home and the staff our friends and we really couldn't have asked for any more. It has been an honour to be your youngest ever couple! Thank you. For everything we will NEVER forget you.
Elizabeth and Joel Manchester , UK
July 11 th , 2006
Lieu féerique que digne des 1001 nuits, service exceptionnel, momentss inoubliables,
., attendez-vous à nous revoir, incha Allah!!!! Merci pour tout (choukran).
Mohamet et Céline Sadik Paris , France
July 9 th , 2006
My gratitude and best wishes to all those at the Riad Ariha for such a wonderful experience and making my week in Marrakech such a memorable one.
Andrew Lerwill and Jessica Danielson UK
July 7 th , 2006
Thank you for providing this little piece of heaven amongst such a vastly different culture to ours. The staff couldn't do enough to help us. Be sure to return in the future.
Amy Monahan and Todd Mumberson Australia
July 7 th , 2006
Thank you so much for a home away from home'. You have all made us feel so welcome and really made our last 2 days unforgettable! This is truly an oasis in a chaotic town! Fantastic staff and fantastic place, thank you so much.
We both wish you well for the future.
Melanie Armitage & Joanna Smith Leeds, UK
July 7 th , 2006
Riad Ariha was like a sanctuary for us serene, cool and beautiful ambiance. Thank you Barbara and Bader, Abdul and Amina for your warm hospitality and all the little extras. You've made our stay in Marrakech very special.
Kim and Bob Monahan Australia
June 26th, 2006
We have fallen in love with Marrakesh it's lively, exotic and
.it has the riad ariha! Fatima, Amina and Abdulla have made us feel so welcome. Barbara, thanks for everything! Riad Ariha surpasses any hotel in which we have ever stayed
. Stylish, authentic and fantastic people. I can't recommend this place enough!
Karen Shokar and Baj Sandher Canada
June 26 th , 2006
A beautiful place, and such lovely friendly people. We have enjoyed our stay here very much, and would love to return.
Colin Kelsey and Grace McMenemy Ely, UK
June 16 th , 2006
Thank you for looking after us so well. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to return sometime.
Colm and Mary Ratigan London , UK
Thank you for looking after our needs, teaching us Moroccan ways, and smiling with us. Best wishes
Lynn Duric London , UK
A beautiful oasis of peace in a chaotic city! Thank you Amina, Abdul and Fatima for making our stay so comfortable and enjoyable.
Susana Hogg, Roy Hogg London , UK
Many thanks to all Riad Ariha I have read other comments and I cannot better the best of them. You have all made our holiday much more a true Moroccan experience. If you can't read this it's because I am savouring our last evening on the roof terrace xxxx
Linda and Mike Pullan London , UK
Nice! If we were not to stay at this riad Ariha, I don't think our trip to Morocco would be as nice. Cheers!
Kerwin Lee Malaysia
Thanks to everyone at Riad Ariha for a wonderful stay. A safe haven in a unique city. Great time in Marrakech with many unforgettable memories. Hope to be back here again.
Samuel Wong Malaysia
June 7 th , 2006
Thank you for an amazing stay. Your kindness and hospitality really made our trip. You really do go that one step further! Hope to see you again.
Rebecca Dalla-Rosa & Scott Major UK
May 19 th , 2006
Merci
We had such a lovely stay at Riad Ariha and our time in Marrakech was wonderful due to the staff of this fine guesthouse. We thank you again and will be sure to recommend you highly through our article at Tripventure.
Sincerely,
Lara Vogel and Claire Williams USA
May 7 th , 2006
Cette lieu est vraiment magnifique. Une oasis de tranquillité après les couleurs et le caos de la ville. Le traitement est familiale: les repas sont très tres bons. Amina, Abdou et le staff entier sont vraiment très gentilles. Merci de tou, au revoir
Adriana Costa et Fabbri Alessandro Italy
May 4 th , 2006
Un merveilleux Riad au coeur de la médina avec une superbe décoration. Merci à toute l'équipe pour votre accueil.
Séverine et Xavier Piquer France
April 29 th 2006
Really enjoyed the experience the best place I have stayed in Morocco
Shukran!
Robert Evans Headcorn, Kent, UK
April 29 th 2006
Thank you Amina and all the staff for the very nice welcoming and nice meals! This is a fantastic riad, very exotic and very magic
we wish to have one too
. Marrakech really was something! (and is so near of Portugal ) Thank you all for everything!!! Merci beaucoup!!!
Nun, and Marta Roso Oascais - Portugal
April 28 th , 2006
Merci pour cet accueil merveilleux. A bientôt
Pascal Mester
France
April 28 th , 2006
Thank you so much. Your riad was wonderful and we looked forward to coming back each night. I will definitely recommend it to anyone who comes to Marrakech. Thank you for everything.
Abbie and Andrew McDonough New York , US
April 24 th , 2006
Very much enjoyed your hospitality and the setting of the riad. It was a delightful stay in a chaotic but alluring city.
Paul and Gill Arnott Nottingham , UK
Wie eine restlose Karavane sind wir quer durchs Land gezogen, bis wir hier unsere Oase gefunden haben.
Unser Hunger und Furst wurde gestillt une unsere Seele umgarnt.
Klaus Ketzler Stuttgart , Deutschland
Pasqua 2006 April 17 th , 2006
Riad proprio FANTASTICI sismo stati benissimo. Grazie anche per Satellite ..... Napoli in Serie B !!!
See U s oon
Augusto and Francesca Buora Italy
April 13th, 2006
Herzlichen Dank für den so angenehmen Auftenhalt in diesem wundervollen Riad. Amina, Zahira und Abdellah haben alles getan, um uns unsere Zeit in dieser Oase der Ruhe so angenehmen wie möglich zu gestatten.
Peter Hüpler Deutschland
April 9th, 2006
Merci pour les agréables jours que nous avons passé a la Riad et à la mystique Marrakech. Tout le monde est très sympathique. Merci à Amina, Abdoul, Barbara et tout le staff. Obrigada (en portugais)
Teresa, Luisz Ramalho Porto - Portugal
April 6 th , 2006
Thank you to Amina and the staff at the Riad, you made our stay a haven in the midst of all the seeming chaos of Marrakech. We last came to Marrakech over thirty years ago and much remains the same except for the quality of accommodation. Riad Ariha reflect this high standard -our room and food was superb, making us want to return again and again. Thank you.
Liz and Brian Hickman Wales , UK
April 1 st , 2006
Thank you for making my first visit to Morocco so wonderful! I came alone, and will leave with many friends. I will always remember their smiling faces, great food, and relaxing evenings in the courtyard. Keep up the good work!
Aloha
Mark Pei Honolulu , Hawaii
March 31st, 2006
I came for a holiday and found a new family! My first impression was a gasp at the refined beauty and impeccable attention to detail of Riad Al Ariha itself. But this beauty was quickly surpassed by the inner beauty of the staff whose genuine concern to make every moment memorable was a breath of fresh air in the present world of chacun pour soi. Human warmth is a rare entity, these days, and the Riad and its staff are a microcosm of all that is good compassion for unfortunate incidents in the street and advice on how to avoid them, a bowl of milk for a dying cat, a special cocktail of milk, almonds and dates small but unforgettable things.
Thank you for everything!
Rosemary Tylka Ferny-Voltaire, France
March 31st, 2006
Vielen Dank für zwei wunderbare Nächte in ihren Räumen und die Möglichkeit, eine faszinierende Stadt kennenzulernen!
Flo und Wolfi, Wolfgang und Ellen Gerik Germany
March 23 rd , 2006
Thank you so much! You're very nice and we had a wonderful time. Your house is incredibly beautiful, we love all the small details. The food was also amazing, best food we had in Morocco . Thank you once again!!
Fiona (USA) and Sandro Bellungo Italy
March 19 th , 2006
Merci beaucoup pour tout le service et les gens sont extraordinaires!!
Grazie, l'atmosfera e bellissimo e ci sismo sentiti come a casa!!
Inati y Marica Ignacio (Espagne et Italie)
March 14 th , 2006
Thank you so much for this beautiful oasis. We all had an amazing experience and will pass the message on to all of our friends. I will always remember this place.
Kathryn Vancouver , Canada
March 14 th , 2006
Your home is beautiful. Our time in Marrakech has been a delight of color, warmth and memories. My time here has been too short, so I must return. See you soon.
Tracy Boyd Calgary , Canada
March 10 th , 2006
The riad is lovely and a peaceful haven from the bustle of the medina outside. We had a great time in this fascinating city.
Nichola, Jason, Justin and Evelyn Lyons Scotland
March 10 th , 2006
Heureux ceux qui auront la chance de séjourner ici. On n'oubliera pas ce moment et l'accueil formidable. A très bientôt
Sylvie Dore France
March 2 nd , 2006
Merci à l'équipe du Riad Ariha, pour ton accueil et ta gentillesse nous avons passé du bon temps et surtout nous avons apprécié la tranquillité de cet endroit. Très bon souvenir. A très bientôt.
Nathalie et Laurent Canova France
February 17 th , 2006
Merci mille fois de la service extraordinaire et de l'amitié de l'équipe. Nous croyons que nous avons nouveaux amis presque comme famille. Cettes semaines ont été pleine de confort et de plaisirs pour nous. We will always remember our stay in the tranquility and beauty of the surroundings and with the kindesses of Amina, Fatima et Abdellah our home away from home A bientôt, insha'allah!
MaryAnne and John Lorden US/France
February 15 th , 2006
Certes, le sobriété et la pureté de la décoration sont de l'élégance des lieux, certes la qualité de tous les repas ne font qu'augmenter l'agrément du séjour, mais a y réflection, c'est avant tout la sourire, le gentillesse, l'accueil et l'hospitalité de toute l'équipe, Amine, Abdellah et Fatima qui font l'ambiance du Riyad Ariha : une très tres belle adresse, qui nous fait encore plus animer Marrakech!! C'est sûr: on reviendra! Inch'allah.
Dominique et Marie France
February 11 th , 2006
To our new friends -- Amina, Abdellah and Fatima a thousand thanks for our welcome, kindness and good spirit during the last week. We adore the tranqillity of the riad (except when it's raining!) and its contrast with the busy stress outside. I know that you have helped to make Sue's birthday an occasion she will never forget. A la prochaine !
Chris and Sue, Janet and Edward, Patrick and Marianne Birch UK
January 24 th , 2006
Words cannot explain the feeling of peace when returning to Riad Ariha. Our visit was truly enhanced by the friendliness of everyone connected with the Riad.
John and Jennie , UK
January 4 th , 2006
Thank you so much for being so hospitable and helpful. We are very glad we stayed here, a wonderful time was had. And thank you Mina for teaching us about hammam. Hope to return to visit.
Claudia
Thank you for your wonderful accommodations in Marrakech. Will not forget wonderful experience and generosity and hospitality. Hope to come back again soon!
Armando US
January 3, 2006
What a wonderful, peaceful haven! 3 lovely days in Marrakesh and memories to last a lifetime thank you!
Rupert, Karine and Robert Teddington, UK
Thank you for your kind welcome and we've really enjuoyed our stay with you. All good wishes for 2006. Au revoir.
Prue Cane and Elenz Manzsi
Thank you for your generosity of spirit, kindness, patience and willingness to show us Morocco . We loved staying in this Riad because of the warmth and care of Amina and Abdu. Thank you again. Our memory of Marrakech is a wonderful one because of you.
Les Australiens (Yann and Lane) Australia
It was a wonderful place to spend the holidays! We enjoyed the ambiance and hospitality. We had such incredible meals on the terrace and cozy fires in the room. Thanks so much! A bientôt.
Les Doucleffs US
Un grand merci à tous les trois pour votre exemplaire accueil. C'est promis nous reviendrons vite,
Anouk, Sandrine et Laurent
Tous les riads sont jolis, mais l'accueil au riad Ariha est unique. Merci
Platon Revellis, Athina Karamagkiolo (Athènes, Grèce) Greece
December 5 th , 2005
Un tout grand merci pour nous avoir accueilli dans ce petit paradis au coeur du chaos de Marrakech. Merci à vous: Amina, Barbara, Fatima, Abdellah, Bader
Votre accueil familial nous a été
au coeur!
Lorena Thibaut Belge/Belgium
Le 2 Décembre, 2005
Il était une fois, en plein coeur de la fabuleuse medina de Marrakech, un endroit magique. Caché derrière une petite porte, qui aurait pu imaginer que l'on puisse découvrir un lieu si reposant et raffiné.
Quel bonheur de se réveiller le matin, dans un riad décoré avec soins et autant de goût. Et ce n'est rien à côté de la gentillesse et de l'accueil qui nous est reserve dès notre arrivée!
Un grand MERCI à Amina, Barbara, Abdellah, Bader et Fatima pour ces agréables moments passés en votre compagnie .
Ce fut une excellente surprise que nous n'oublions pas!
A très bientôt Aurélie et William
France
You took very good care of us. Thank you very much.
Terry Joyce , US
Thank you for having us in your lovely riad! We were treated wonderfully by your staff, it made a very special experience.
Fred Auch , US
Forget ye not to entertain strangers
Fore there by; some have entertained angels, unawares.
Hebrews 13.2
And sometimes one has been entertained by angels unaware.
Rongomai , New Zealand
I feel very lucky to have the opportunity to stay in this fabulous place. The beauty that I saw on the website was surpassed in real life. My favorite part of the riad was by far the people. Many smiles, kind words, good advice and entertaining conversation added so much to my journey to this wonderful land. Best wishes to a grand future.
Kevin Mitchell , US
Le 22 Novembre, 2005
Si vous voulez profiter de l'ambiance et de l'hospitalité marocaine, venez faire un tour chez Amina and Abdelkrim des personnes formidables de par leur gentilesse, douceur et générosité. Le riad Ariha est un havre de calme au décor enchanteur. Nous reviendrons, merci pour tout!
Mireille et Fabrice Hoy , France
The riad décor is lovely a safe, quiet, elegant house in the medina. Your welcome and service to us is first-class. We hope many people from New Zealand will come and experience it. We will tell them about this beautiful riad.
Sue Knowles , New Zealand
November 2 nd , 2005
We really love your beautiful, relaxing home! Marrakech has brought us many exciting adventures and returning here at the end of each day has made Marrakech magical!! Many thanks for your kindness and smiles
Katie Knowles, New Zealand
September 28 th , 2005
Nous avons trouvé ce ryad par hasard et étions vraiment impressioné de l'énergie des hôtes qui se manifeste dans l'hospitalité et l'intérieure décoratif.
Jen
September 20 th , 2005
Best wishes for this wonderful and pittoresque ryad the oasis of restrained elegance and pure lines! We had a refreshing stay in an inviting atmosphere and hope to join in after the last exams for another time!
Christine