North medina: souks, Mouassine and Ben Youssef

Le Farnatchi Marrakech

Characterful riad next to the Ben Youssef Madrasa

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Candlelit patio gallery at Le Farnatchi, with a green zellige floor and hanging lanterns

  • Photo: Le Farnatchi

The property describes itself as a characterful hotel next to the Ben Youssef Madrasa and the Marrakech Museum. It lists a hammam, a courtyard with a plunge pool, a roof terrace with city views, a Moroccan restaurant and a bar. The air-conditioned suites have a sitting area; some have a private terrace.

Highlights

  • Next to the Ben Youssef Madrasa
  • Courtyard with plunge pool and hammam
  • Roof terrace with city views
  • Suites with sitting area

Amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Hammam
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast

About the neighborhood

North medina: souks, Mouassine and Ben Youssef

Why choose the medina?

  • The main monuments within walking distance
  • The riad experience, with courtyard and roof terrace
  • Souks, crafts and neighbourhood life on your doorstep
  • Traditional restaurants and Jemaa el-Fna square in the evening

Good to know

Ask your riad how to reach it on arrival and whether someone can meet you where the taxi drops you off. Riads often have only a few rooms: that is part of their charm, but the services on offer vary a lot from one place to another. At night, finding your way through the alleys takes some getting used to.

From our guide “Where to stay in Marrakech”

Practical information

Address
2 Derb El Farnatchi, Médina, 40000

Good to know

  • Medina: cars usually stop some way from the riad and the last stretch is through pedestrian lanes; ask the property where to meet you on arrival.
  • The number of rooms is not stated by the property.

Information checked on October 27, 2026

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