Riad 72
Moroccan architecture with a confident Italian design sensibility. Ornate but not fussy — carved ceilings, tadelakt walls, contemporary art, and massive beds sit alongside Bose speakers and Dyson hair dryers. The atmosphere is calm and adult (12+ only), with candlelit evenings in the restaurant and cocktails at sunset on the rooftop.
Ask for a suite-level room for the private jacuzzi and panoramic terrace — the Atlas Mountain views from the Junior Suite or Arte Suite at sunset are exceptional.
Why It Matters
One of the highest rooftops in the Marrakech medina — a rare distinction rooted in its historical ties to Pasha El Glaoui. Member of both Tablet Hotels and Smith Hotels collections. Italian-owned since 2001, with a growing in-house spa (WA Hammam & Spa) and destination restaurant (La Table du Riad) that draws non-guests. The property has scaled from four rooms to fourteen without losing its intimate, house-party feel.
Riad 72 is a 14-room Italian-owned riad in the Bab Doukkala district of Marrakech's medina, operating since 2001 from a 1920s palace that once belonged to a close friend of Pasha El Glaoui. The interiors fuse traditional Moroccan tadelakt plasterwork and zellige tilework with an Italian design eye — think Art Deco accents, bold colours, and oversized beds — across two central courtyards. The building is exceptionally tall by medina standards (a historical privilege connected to the Pasha), which means the rooftop Dolce Far Niente Sky Lounge has 360° views stretching from the Medina rooftops all the way to the Atlas Mountains.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Arte Suite Terrace & Jacuzzi
The largest room at 75 sq.m. and the most complete. Italian-inspired luxury meets Moroccan architecture: double bathrooms, a freestanding copper bathtub, a separate living room with its own bathroom, private courtyard-facing balcony, and a private panoramic terrace with three sun loungers and a heated jacuzzi. Sleeps up to three. The kind of suite you don't want to leave.
Large King (200x200) · 75 sqm
Classic Room
The entry-level room and, at 18 sq.m., the most compact option. Each is individually decorated with stucco, zouak hand-painted ceilings, and Italian fabrics. Tadelakt-plastered or marble walk-in shower. Courtyard views. Cosy rather than roomy — fine for a couple who plan to be out most of the day.
Double or King (170x200 or 180x200; twin available on request) · 18 sqmDeluxe Room
A step up in space, with some rooms offering a private terrace and others looking onto the inner courtyard. Bathrooms come with either a large walk-in tadelakt shower or an oversized soaking tub. Each room is individually styled with dove-grey stucco walls and contemporary Moroccan furnishings.
King (200x200; twin available on request) · 28 sqmDeluxe Room XL
The larger Deluxe option, sleeping up to three guests. Same individually decorated character as the Deluxe Room but with meaningfully more space — better if you're travelling with a third person or simply want room to breathe. Courtyard views.
King or Twin · 35 sqmGrand Suite
The heritage suite of the property — 60 sq.m. with a private balcony overlooking the flowering courtyard. Fully loaded with Bose speakers, Nespresso machine, Dyson hair dryer, minifridge, and a separate walk-in closet. Rainfall shower head, double DuPont Corian sinks, and a choice of scented soaps. The sense of grandeur is genuine.
Large King (200x200) · 60 sqmJunior Suite Terrace & Jacuzzi
At 65 sq.m., this suite is built for the rooftop experience. The private panoramic terrace has two sun loungers and a covered living area; the private heated jacuzzi faces out over the Medina. Inside: a freestanding copper bathtub, double marble walk-in showers, and the full suite amenity package including Bose speakers and Nespresso. Views of the Atlas Mountains in the background on clear days.
Large King (200x200) · 65 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The concierge team arranges tailored excursions to the Atlas Mountains, Agafay Desert, and beyond. Also assists with restaurant reservations and cultural experiences in the Medina.
The rooftop plunge pool on what is one of the highest terraces in the Marrakech medina. Sun loungers, 360° views, and non-alcoholic cocktails at sunset. Day passes sold to non-guests.
The riad is perfectly placed for self-guided medina exploration. The main souks are a 5-minute walk; Jemaa el-Fna is 10 minutes; Le Jardin Secret and Dar El Bacha palace are within a few minutes on foot.
Full traditional hammam at the WA Hammam & Spa: steam room, black olive and eucalyptus soap cleanse, kessa scrub, and body mask (ghassoul clay, mint, or rose options). 40 minutes.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Two central courtyards with lush greenery and fountains — the heart of the riad experience.
Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Rooftop bar serving 0.0% cocktails. Day passes available for non-guests.
Included daily with all direct-rate bookings. Fresh squeezed orange juice is a guest favourite.
Complimentary afternoon tea included with all direct-rate bookings.
All rooms have individual air conditioning and central heating.
Premium organic skincare line sourced from the Ourika Valley, used throughout all rooms and the spa.
Rooftop pool at the Dolce Far Niente Sky Lounge, one of the highest terraces in the medina.
Assistance with excursion booking, restaurant reservations, airport coordination, and cultural experiences.
Full-service spa at 70 Arset Aouzal, Bar El Bacha. Hammam, massage, facials, and nail studio. Daily 10am–8pm.
Complimentary one-way transfer from Marrakech Menara Airport included with direct-rate bookings.
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