Atmospheric riads are aplenty in the buzzing Medina of Marrakech, but there are not many as spectacular as Dar Rahba! Together with abundant Moroccan charm, there is plenty of contemporary flair, and its roof terrace is a glorious paradise sprinkled with colourful plants, cute dining tables, luxury sun loungers, a heated pool and a fabulous shaded alfresco lounge space. It is a peaceful oasis which you will not want to leave. Dar Rahba boasts six exquisite and very generously sized bedrooms, all with opulent, stylish ensuite bathrooms, gorgeous lounge and dining spaces, a hammam, a massage room and fantastic staff who will ensure that you enjoy the holiday of your dreams.
You will be totally captivated by every single space at Dar Rahba. You will want to sit in every seat and take photographs from every angle. It is so incredibly beautiful; it feels as though it should be featured in a prime interior magazine. Wonderful contemporary furnishings and accessories mingle perfectly with traditional Moroccan pieces to create a world of imagination and creativity. The white marble courtyard is elegant and sublime with its trendy chairs, lush plants, feature fountain and a couple of stylish flamingos. Surrounding this light-drenched spot are exquisite living spaces full of colour and style. The main lounge enjoys a thoroughly cool vibe that encourages you to embrace the calm and relax. It comes with contemporary sofas and lights that look stunning. Another area offers vibrant, colourful low seating while the two dining areas are sophisticated and smart, one coming with a feature fireplace for a crackling atmosphere. Much attention has been paid to lighting at Dar Rahba, with every space putting on another, even more beautiful face at night time. It is truly sensational. For some indulgent me time, you can head to the hammam or massage rooms for some spectacular treatments organised by the riad staff. The riad also boasts an adjacent garden which is rare in the Medina.
Back up on the roof, you can cool off with a dip in the pool, relax and rejuvenate on the loungers, take your delicious breakfast in the sunshine or enjoy a pre-dinner drink while enjoying the golden hour sun. There is a wonderful shaded alfresco lounge area, and all of this is surrounded by stunning garden areas full of vibrant flowers and plants. The views of the Koutoubia mosque and the Atlas Mountains are spectacular. It’s such bliss being on this rooftop!
When it comes to bedtime, you will dive deep into shut-eye on lavish beds, beautiful adorned with luxury cottons and the most divine soft furnishings. Every bedroom enjoys its own style, and every room is exquisite. Lavish furnishings, ornate carvings, colourful vintage rugs, sumptuously stylish fabrics and unique tasselled decorations make these rooms seriously memorable. The rooms all come with seating or lounge areas, televisions for long lazy lie-ins and fabulous ensuite bathrooms. These vary from room to room but are all beautifully presented.
Features:
Ground Floor
- Large living room with comfortable seating area and acces to a courtyard
- Multiple dining areas with access to the courtyard
- Professional kitchen for staff use (guests are not allowed)
- Hammam and massage room
First Floor
- Bedroom with king size bed configurable in twin beds, air conditioning, safe box, TV and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with queen size bed, air conditioning, safe box, TV, access to a private balcony and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with queen size bed, air conditioning, safe box, TV and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with king size bed, air conditioning, safe box, TV and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with king size bed, air conditioning, safe box, TV and en-suite bathroom
Roof Terrace
- Private heated plunge pool
- Ample terrace and garden area
- Various sun loungers
- Bar and chill out area
- Outdoor dining
- Covered terrace
- Garden furniture
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi connection
- Air conditioning
- Cot and high chair
- Safe deposit box
- Satellite TV
- Sound system
Location:
Dar Rahba enjoys a wonderful position in the Medina of Marrakech, within easy reach of the bustling Jamaa el Fna Square and the beautiful, famous Jardins Majorelle. Golfers can reach the Royal Palm golf course and the Royal Golf at Amelkis easily too.
Marrakech is a bustling, intoxicating, colourful city that offers an inexhaustible source of surprises. It is Africa’s Capital of Culture where everything is on the move. Colourful spices, glistening lamps, colourful carpets and leather in every shade imaginable are combined with rich, ancient architecture to capture your heart and soul. Its souks are loud, thrilling and very exciting. You will discover snake charmers, storytellers and potion sellers. Dining in the Medina is an adventure and will set your tastebuds tingling. Smoke rises from barbecues which are enjoyed along with Gnawa musicians, acrobats and fortune tellers. The famous Patisserie des Princes is perfect for sweet treats and ice cream afterwards. Many of the riads boast exquisite restaurants for fine dining experiences where you will enjoy creative, spice-laced modern Moroccan menus, many of which are on rooftops with fabulous views. Your friendly staff at the riad can recommend and book tables for you. The wonderful Riad Yima Tea Room is the home and personal gallery of Hassan Hajjaj, the Andy Warhol of Marrakech and is filled with upcycled pop art. It is fun and a great place to grab a classic cup of mint tea. In 1985, Marrakech’s Medina was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hammams were introduced to the city by the Romans and adapted to fit Islamic ablution rituals. Visitors enjoy wonderful hammam experiences at Hammam de la Rose, the Farnatchi Spa, the deluxe Royal Mansour and many other spas.
The Bahia Palace was built in the late 19th century and now forms the centre of the city’s culture. It boasts incredible decor along with high, gilded ceilings, mosaics, stuccos, paintings and an enormous landscaped garden.
Marrakech enjoys an excellent collection of museums, including Maison de la Photographie, a three-storey riad-turned-gallery housing the vintage Moroccan photography collection of Patrick Menac’h and Marrakshi Hamid Mergani. Its rooftop cafe is one of the highest in Medina. The Musee Tiskiwin displays the history of Marrakech and the region in general. The Dar Si Said Museum is an exhibition of historic and contemporary Moroccan art, full of intricate Byzantine designs and colours. The Music Museum is located in the Saadian quarter, built in the 16th and 17th centuries. The reception of the museum is a jewel of Arab-Andalusian architecture.
You can discover some of the city’s history at the 16th-century Saadian Tombs, where the Sultan al-Mansour spared no expense in decorating his opulent mausoleum with imported Italian Carrara marble and a gilded honeycomb muqarnas ceiling. The once magnificent Bali Palace is now a monumental ruin with giant reflecting pools and breathtaking views of the city.
The area around the city is sprinkled with magical gardens. Le Jardin Secret is one of Medina’s largest and most important gardens, with a Persian garden full of tufty grasses and olive, pomegranate, fig and date trees and a second smaller garden offering exotic plants. An elaborate irrigation system weaves its way through the gardens, part of an ancient network that once distributed water from artesian wells and fed by the mountains. When fashion icon Yves St Laurent arrived in the city in 1964, he was overwhelmed by the city and its vivacity. He lived in the Jardin Majorelle with his partner, a lush garden painted with an intense shade of ultramarine blue. It is sprinkled with giant cacti, palms and bamboo groves. The Berber Museum is filled with Yves St Laurent’s personal jewellery and fashion collection, and the Musee Yves St Laurent offers a stunning choreography presentation of the clothes in a dramatic black hall.
Once you have sampled the vibrancy and energy of the city, you can venture a few miles out to the cooler heights of the mountains. Northern Africa’s highest peak, Mount Toubkal, is just a short distance away, surrounded by the magnificent wonder of stunning mountains that are simply perfect for a hike. Within easy reach from the road, you will also find some of the best golf courses in Marrakech, including the Amelkis Championship Golf Course and the Marrakech Royal Golf Club. You will enjoy unforgettable day trips, visit traditional villages, taste delicious food, and enjoy the fabulous scenery and a mesmerizing mix of Berber, Arabian and European cultural influences. Morocco is as diverse as it is beautiful.
Terms & Conditions:
Arrival time
4 pm
Departure time
11 am
Minimum stay
3 – 5 nights depending on season.
Pool heating
For those who require pool heating, it is included in the rental price. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures.
Tax
Tourist Taxes are not included in the rental price and are to be paid locally in cash on arrival.
Other Ts and Cs
A non-refundable 40% deposit is required to confirm a booking at this property (or full payment if booking within 12 weeks of departure).
