Marrakesh, MoroccoKaat Benahid
Dar Assiya
Fifteenth-century medina riad
Fifteenth-century medina riad
With just seven rooms, the riad runs like a private home, moving between fireside salons and the sunset terrace.
What it’s good at
Notable
Towering Moorish arches and glazed zellige tilework open onto an ultramarine courtyard pool.
Notable
A fifteenth-century Kelayoun family palace preserving its original wood-beamed ceilings and historic dueria.
Notable
Resident chefs serve homemade Moroccan breakfasts and afternoon mint tea beside the courtyard pool.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Kaat Benahid's residential alleys surround the riad, with the historic Ben Youssef Madrasa just a short walk away.
The rooms
Rooms keep their original timber ceilings and smooth tadelakt walls, decorated with traditional Moroccan artwork and ornamental mirrors.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The courtyard plunge pool sits open to the sky, surrounded by marble pillars and brass lanterns.
At the table
Chefs Leila and Hiba prepare tagines and pastilla to order, served on the rooftop terrace or beside a salon fireplace.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.