Fez, MoroccoR'habet Zbib
Riad El Amine Fes
Aristocratic medina riad
Aristocratic medina riad
This former aristocratic residence preserves its courtly proportions, centering daily life on an ornate patio and heated basin.
What it’s good at
Notable
Hand-carved cedarwood and geometric zellige tile mosaics surround the central courtyard basin.
Notable
An aristocratic nineteenth-century townhouse restored by master craftsmen inside the historic medina.
Notable
Central courtyard living steps from Bab Rcif souks, serving heritage family tagine recipes.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Classic Moroccan architecture and arabesque design dominate this riad, in extravagant ornateness.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Bab Rcif sits just down the alley, opening directly into the winding artisan souks of Fes el-Bali.
The rooms
Suites have soaring ceilings and tiled floors, with dedicated sitting areas arranged for taking tea.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The indoor pool sits beneath multistory carved archways, with lounge seating and an open fireplace nearby.
The hammam
Rituals in the traditional hammam draw on black soap and rhassoul clay. Nearby, a whirlpool tub glows beside stained glass.
Restaurant
La Table De Fès
Red floral banquettes and a stone fireplace line the salon, which serves traditional Fassi specialties and mezze spreads.
Bar
Samâ Rooftop
The fifth-floor terrace looks across the medina toward the hills, serving craft cocktails and Moroccan tapas.
How it began
The owners joined two neighboring townhouses and named the riad after their daughter, El Amine.
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Our shorthand
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.