Riad Due
Marrakesh, Morocco
Riad Laarous
Vibe
A three-story riad where palm trees rise above a lantern-lit courtyard and the medina bustle fades into quiet.
“Artful medina bolthole”
Bold contemporary artwork, salvaged Fez wooden doors, and freestanding copper soaking tubs define the four suites.
Courtyard breakfasts of fresh pastries and mint tea place guests steps from the winding Riad Laarous souks.
Traditional courtyard mansion architecture features carved dark-wood ceilings, ornate plasterwork, and historic salvaged architectural woodwork.
In the Riad Laarous quarter of the Medina, a short walk from the souks and Jemaa el-Fnaa.
“This place is as stylish as you’d expect from its Milanese owners, always tasteful and completely free of kitsch.”
Rooms
Four characterful rooms pair salvaged Fez doorways and carved ceilings with freestanding copper tubs or open-to-the-sky showers.
Wellness
A deep-sea-blue plunge pool anchors the central courtyard, complemented by traditional gommage scrubs and in-house hammam treatments.
Backstory
Milanese photographer Elena Masera transformed this historic courtyard mansion, layering bold contemporary art over antique Moroccan woodwork.
Eat & drink
Fresh pastries and mint tea start the morning in the courtyard, followed by seasonal tagines served under rooftop pergolas.
The neighborhood
Hidden along a quiet alley in Riad Laarous, the hotel sits a short walk from vibrant souk stalls and Jemaa el-Fnaa.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.