Marrakesh, MoroccoDar El Bacha
Riad Jaaneman
Art-deco medina riad
Art-deco medina riad
The property runs like an Italian collector's townhouse, where deco furnishings and quiet courtyards temper the medina's midday heat.
What it’s good at
Notable
Resident cooks prepare seasonal market tagines served beneath shaded rooftop pergolas.
Listed
Ten private suites feature Italian marble bathrooms within an intimate former townhouse.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Jaaneman, more than most, is easy to imagine as a private home — it was in fact the home of the current owner.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Dar El Bacha is one of the medina's calmer quarters, bordered by royal palace walls and narrow souk alleys.
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The rooms
Each suite faces inward to the courtyards, finished with polished tadelakt plaster and private marble bathrooms.
The plunge pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A turquoise plunge pool sits in the central courtyard, bordered by banana trees and tall potted bamboo.
The spa
Restaurant
Courtyard Patio & Bhou
Tables sit in the courtyard and shaded bhou alcove, serving warm msemen, baghrir, and eggs in spiced tomato sauce.
At the table
Rooftop tables look toward the Atlas Mountains, set with white linens for breakfast under the morning sun.
How it began
Former financier Leonardo Giangreco bought the property in 2003 as his home, naming it after the Persian phrase for 'my darling'.
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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.