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Marrakech Riad or hotel in Morocco: which one suits your trip?
Pick a riad for character and the medina on your doorstep if you can manage stairs; pick a hotel for a lift, a real pool, parking and room f... 9 min read · checked Oct 2026
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Marrakech Where to stay in Marrakech: the best areas, one by one
First time? A medina riad near Jemaa el-Fnaa; Gueliz and Hivernage for modern comfort; the Palmeraie, Agafay or the Ourika road for space an... 8 min read · checked Oct 2026