Riad Ma'ab Courtyard Home
About the home
Situated on the quiet derb Chentouf in Riad Laarousse within the ancient Medina of Marrakech, is the completely renovated courtyard home Riad Ma'ab. Traditional design infused with hand made Berber furnishings from local craftsmen of the medina makes Riad Ma'ab a casual and comfortable home to return to after the exotic and vibrant street life of the Marrakech.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 9, 4 bedrooms |
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| Will consider: | Corporate lets Hen and stag parties Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car not necessary |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Catered |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, Staffed Property |
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| General: | Central heating, Air conditioning, CD player, Telephone, Safe, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle |
| Utilities: | Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 4 Bedrooms, 13 bathrooms of which 5 family bathrooms, 5 en suites and 3 shower rooms, Solarium / Roof terrace |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (4), Cots (1), Dining seating for 10, Lounge seating for 15 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, BBQ |
Further details indoors:
There are 5 guest bedrooms. One located on the ground floor with queen size bed (160 cm x 190 cm), full long and deep bathtub; and four rooms on the first floor, two with shower and queen size (160 cm x 190). Another can be configured with either 2 twin beds (80 cm x 190) or one queen size (160 cm x 190). The other first floor bedroom has a full bed (140 cm x 190 cm) and a full long, deep bathtub. All bedrooms rooms have AC / heat, closet with shelves and closet with hangers. The linen is fine 100% Egyptian cotton, 550 count for queen and full beds, 300 count for twin.
Each room is decorated with hand loomed Berber carpets and artifacts from regions of the Atlas Mountains. With our initial "soft" opening in May we are offering special opening rates to all our guests. Nearly all furnishings are hand crafted, so we are continually having things delivered as they are finished.
Within the courtyard is the bhou, a comfortable sitting area to read... write... eat... or have Moroccan tea. Relax in the salon listening to the selection of North African music or dine by the fireplace in the cooler months. The courtyard, naturally shady and cool during the hot months is perfect for breakfast or tea. On the terrace, views of Ali Ben Youssef Mosque and peeks of the Atlas Mountains by day; by night the rising steam from Jemaa el Fna . Choose between the Moroccan sofa and traditional Berber sitting area or at the zellige tables under the Berber inspired umbrella for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Lounge under the magnificent Moroccan sun for a healthy dose of vitamin D. Or just relax with light appetizers and drinks before sunset and watch the strokes fly by.
Riad Ma'ab has free WiFi Internet access, iPod docking station on request , an iron for those who have to and easy phone access to the U.S., U.K., Ireland, France, Italy, and Spain at a minimal charge. No TV's by design.
We use 100% ecological cleaning products and washing detergents at the riad. No artificial fragrances. Natural Maroc incense, unscented candles, fragrant flowers and spices fill the air. The cuisine is stocked with 2 cooking oils... olive oil and argan oil. Fresh local produce and proteins are sourced for the best quality. Meals are Berber inspired; simple, fresh and delicious. Vegan and vegetarian meals are no problem. We are happy to provide Moroccan wines.
Houssain and Sara are on staff and will make you feel at home during your stay. For your service and assistance the riad is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
You can view other images of the riad on You Tube by going to YouTube.com and searching for Riad Ma'ab. Or copy this ilink into your browser http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bC0UCN86wc
Further details
Please check our listing in "Late Deals" or "Early Bird". The rates are quoted for full riad rental for a minimum of 3 night inclusive stay and includes free extras... breakfast, tea, coffee and bottled water on request, WiFi Internet access, iPod docking station by request, and Marrakech Menara airport or Marrakech train station pickup.
We look forward to welcoming you to Riad Ma'ab.
Ma'ab - A place to which one returns
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The Marrakech / Essaouira / Marrakech Region region


Marrakech known as the "Red City", is the former imperial city in Morocco. Like many North African and Middle Eastern cities, Marrakech comprises both an old fortified city (the médina) and an adjacent modern city (called Gueliz). Marrakech has the largest traditional market (souk) in Morocco and also has one of the busiest squares in Africa and the world, Jemaa el Fna. The square bustles with acrobats, story-tellers, water sellers, dancers, and musicians. By night, the square turns into food stalls, becoming a huge open-air restaurant with busy life.
Marrakech is ideal as a home base to visit the valley of the Ourika River in the Atlas Mountains or the valley of the Draa River in the south near the Sahara desert, but also to Middle Atlas Mountains: Waterfalls of Beni Mellal, and to Essaouira on the Atlantic ocean.
The Marrakech City / Medina area
Marrakech is an exotic city that at first seems a little overwhelming but soon you relax into a different and very welcoming culture.
Marrakech is as much an experience as a place, offering food, music, sights, sounds and smells you may never experienced before. From the tiny streets and souks of the old médina, to the wide boulevards of the modern Guéliz, there is something here for everyone and every day turns into an adventure.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Marrakech Menara: 5 km |
| Railway: | Marrakech: 2 km |
Flights are available from London, Manchester, Amsterdam, Paris and Madrid with one or more of the following airlines:
GB Airways (BA)
Royal Air Maroc
Atlas-blue.com
Easyjet.com
Ryanair.com
Thomson Fly
Air France
Corsair
Iberia
Air Europa
KLM
From within Morocco trains are available to Marrakech ONCF http://www.oncf.ma/
Taxi pick up and drop off at Marrakech Menra airport or Marrakech Train Station is included in the property rental. Please let us know your travel details so we can arrange a taxi to meet you.
Activities near Marrakech City
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Walking holidays
A winter sun break
Good nightlife
City breaks
Guestbook for Riad Ma'ab Courtyard Home
"Your riad is breathtakingly beautiful and we will definitely stay there again. For us the customer service is as important as the accommodation and we would rate Riad Ma'ab as 10/10 for both."
J.M. Buckinghamshire, UK
"Riad Ma'ab is an elegant, tranquil oasis amidst the hustle and bustle of Marrakech. Set back in a quiet residential street inside the Medina, yet within a five-minute walk to the souks and Jemaa El-Fna Town Square. We stayed at Riad Ma'ab prior to the official opening so everything was brand new. The owners, John and Cindy, rebuilt the Riad during a three-year span that has resulted in a beautiful home away from home for the tired traveler."
V. & S. Lessinger, Hermosa Beach, CA USA
"Being here at Riad Ma'ab was good for the mind and body! It's definitely a place to which one returns" Ruben & Chris, The Netherlands
"Well your riad certainly lives up to its name! I had a terrific nights sleep+10 hours, I can't recall when I last did that! ..." P.B. Portugal
Rental prices
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| Prices for group size 2 | ||||||
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| Standard | 26 Dec 11 | 1 Feb 13 | € 300 | 50 | 50 | 1 Night |
| Prices for group size 9 | ||||||
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| Standard | 26 Dec 11 | 1 Feb 13 | € 1200 | 200 | 200 | 3 Nights |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Special for 2012... All rooms starting at €50 per night. Be sure to ask about any SPECIAL rate offers. We offer discounts to Education providers and students.
Chichaoua, Beni Oarain and Marmoucha can be fitted with an additional twin bed. All rooms can be fitted with additional child single bed roll. For children up to 10 years of age an extra bed roll is at no extra charge. We also have a baby crib available on request.
Children are always welcome, but parents must supervise them at all time.
The riad may be booked on a room by room basis from €50 per room per night.
The entire riad may be booked for a minimum of three nights. This is a rental with a housekeeper/cook and 24 hour on premise house-manager. In addition including free extras... airport or train station pickup, breakfast, tea and coffee on request, WiFi Internet access, iPod docking station by request.
Long term rentals are considered at a discounted arranged price.
Booking conditions:
A confirmation will only be confirmed once a deposit is received by either credit card, debit card, PayPal or bank transfer.
Booking policy:
Deposit of 20% of total accommodation cost to secure reservation. Remaining 80% of total accommodation to be paid 14 days prior to arrival.
Cancellation policy:
More than 14 days before arrival, 20 % of total accommodation charged, 14 days or less 100% of total accommodation charged.
All requests for changes or cancellation must be in writing sent by email or fax.
Availability
See below for next 9 months' availability - to see the next 24 months click here
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 2 years listed You are contacting John Jednak
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Languages spoken ![]() The owner is based in the United States and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2009. This riad has so far received 0 reviews. ![]() |
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