Hotel Review: Riad Beij, Marrakech, new in Sep 2026

Looking for an intimate and serene riad in Marrakech’s Medina? Riad Beij opened on 1 September 2026, after an eight-month renovation. Here’s my full review after a recent stay.

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Quick verdict 

With just 6 rooms, Riad Beij is for guests seeking a calm oasis in the middle of Marrakech Medina. On a secluded alley, between Le Jardin Secret and Dar el Bacha, great shopping and cafés are less than a 5-minute walk away. Beautiful soft colours: pinks, caramel, and stone, complemented by textured walls, simple ceramics, fabric wall hangings, and thick wool rugs. Everything you want from a luxury riad, nothing you don’t. In one sentence: a well-thought-out and intentionally created riad. 

Who’s it for, not for?

It is ideal for solo travellers, friends, couples and small groups looking to be pampered, relax and stay in style. Suitable for families; their larger suites sleep 3, with a King-Size bed and an extra bed made up for the third person. Although there isn’t much in-house for young kids, and rooms are centred around a quiet courtyard, so it may not be ideal for active, noisy kids. Unless you take it over as a family.

Where is Riad Beij located?  

A quiet ‘derb’ alley off Rue Mouassine, close to Le Jardin Secret; the riad rooftop overlooks their café and also offers views of the Koutoubia Mosque. It’s a 10-minute walk along Rue Sidi Abdelaziz (great shopping, cafés ie Hyuna House, Bacha, KeshCup) to Dar el Bacha, or along Rue Sidi el Yamani (also great shopping) to Bab Laksour. Both are great for taxi drop-offs; it's easier to find a cab (for heading out) at Bab Laksour. The riad staff will be happy to walk to meet you at either location and arrange drivers.

Why we chose Riad Beij

A fellow Lonely Planet writer introduced me to Riad Beij; she is their PR and lived in Marrakech for several years. When she said she was working with a new riad in Mouassine, that would be a great option for my readers/ following, I trusted her judgement without even seeing the riad’s website. When I saw the website, I was even more excited! I love that location, small riads, and the colour/decor/vibe. 

First impressions of Riad Beij 

Step off a quiet neighbourhood alley into the riad’s softly lit cream tadelakt arches. Your eyes are drawn to the central courtyard, with a dreamy plunge pool and reclining, comfy spaces. Arrival tea by the pool, scents of citrus, and an introduction to the property by General Manager Hamza. The rooms are large, with high ceilings and enough detail to keep them interesting, but not so much that they feel imposing. 

Rooms at Riad Beij 

There are six rooms in total. I saw three: one downstairs by the pool, a spacious Double Deluxe next to the salon, with a huge shower. Upstairs, a Junior Suite with a window onto the alley has a King and Single Bed. My room was the Prestige Suite, above the salon and overlooking the pool. King bed with a firm mattress and fresh, luxurious linen, shower, bathtub with a candle waiting to be lit, separate WC, lots of hanging space for clothes, an espresso machine, minibar for cold drinks, circular reading chairs by the fire for curling up by the fire and reading a book in Winter. Long mirrors for getting ready, plus character details like stucco plasterwork and zellige tilework. The air conditioning, also a heater, worked brilliantly. 

Food and Drink 

From the welcome tea, cookies and fruit bowl in the room, the food was home-made, tasty, and beautifully presented. Chicken, lemon and olive tagine for dinner, perfectly cooked and a flavoursome, soak it all up sauce. Breakfast on the rooftop: a fruit platter, fresh cheese omelette, OJ, coffee/tea, a home-baked walnut loaf cake, bread, and Moroccan pancakes (msemem, harcha) with jams. No alcohol licence, but you are welcome to bring your own. I want to go back for couscous on Fridays! 

Facilities 

The centrepiece for me was the pool in the courtyard; I loved cooling off here and kicking my legs around in the water. Also, a small dipping pool next to the rooftop sundeck. The salon, a nice communal place for chatting, playing cards, dining, watching a movie, and enjoying a cool A/C moment. In winter, the fireplace would be magical here. Rooftop dining under the shade of the pergola. A cosy nook on another terrace was being set up with pouffes and low tables. Staff are on hand to help with any table bookings or activity reservations, and they are also in partnership with a spa for massages, hammams and other wellbeing offerings, including reflexology; my feet were asking for that after two days walking Medina streets. 

What we loved 

Simple, earthy tones and decor, with cool tiles and a thick wool rug underfoot. They have worked out all the details and noted things that annoy people (like the option to switch the A/C light off at night for sensitive sleepers), well thought out for travellers in the city. Bathrobes, slippers, a candle by the bath, curtains that keep out the light. Thorough room orientation and warm welcome. Very quiet riad, especially at night; no motos passing by, no noisy rooftops or loud souk sellers. Everything was shiny and new, spotlessly clean. Only six rooms, with an experienced manager on hand to ensure everything runs smoothly and every need is met. It feels spacious; the empty spaces make it relaxing. The textures, rope wall hangings and Le Botega tableware. Coming back at night to the riad, softly lit with lanterns around the pool. A calm stillness. Hamza, the GM, returned home to Marrakech from a stint in France with a luxury hotel brand, and knows the city and luxury hospitality well. 

What could be improved? 

There were a few snagging list items, which have already been addressed, showing me they take feedback seriously and are open to listening. 

Is it worth it? 

Yes, absolutely. Double Rooms start at EUR 150 per night in low season, and suites start from EUR 250, including a Moroccan breakfast. It is great value for money for the level of comfort/style, professional service, and amazing location. The Prestige Suite has a bathtub, quite unusual for Marrakech! Check rates and availability here.

Final thoughts

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