Riad la Cigale

–Excellent location – show map
+100 photos
Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

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About this property

Located a 4-minute walk from Jemaa El-fna Square and 43 mi from the Ourika Valley, Riad la Cigale is a traditionally-decorated riad which offers a rooftop terrace, a library and air-conditioned rooms with a seating area. The elegant rooms at Riad la Cigale feature local furniture. Some have a 4-poster bed and the private bathroom is fitted with a shower. A continental breakfast is available every morning. Guests can also request a Moroccan meal or go to the steam bath, available at an additional cost. You can request massage treatments at a surcharge. Other facilities in the riad are car rental, airport shuttle and Wi-Fi access in the public areas. It is located a 22-minute drive from Menara Marrakech Airport.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Marrakesh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
2 twin beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
1 full bed
Bedroom
2 twin beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 twin bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Sonja
United States United States
“It was absolutely beautiful and clean. Staff went above and beyond - I checked in late at night and they welcomed me with tea and cookies. Breakfast was delicious and on my last day I had to leave early for a tour and they made me a full breakfast...”
Ferenc
Hungary Hungary
“Nice little hotel, in Maroco style in the Medina. Cars cannot go into Medina, 15 minutes walk to the hotel. If you are not healthy be careful, the steps within the buildings are large and difficult, no elevator. The walking is Medina is dangerous...”
Nelson
United States United States
“Hospitality was truly excellent. Upon arrival, which was early, staff immediately served mint tea and a snack and hauled luggage to the room which was up a floor. Day manager arranged a special tour of the Medina with Mubarak, who was...”
Jordan
United States United States
“Beautiful little Riad with a great location. A short walk from the main square but in a very quiet area. Very friendly and accommodating staff, I had some great chats with the manager at the front desk. They even prepared a to-go breakfast for me...”
Stephanie
Canada Canada
“The staff is amazing, the bed super comfortable, and all facilities were clean. The terrace is gorgeous! A little peaceful oasis. It’s a bit tricky to find the entrance the first time - if a staff offers assistance, take it! No issues after that...”
Eleanor
Canada Canada
“The staff are amazing, in particular Jasmine. Breakfast was good and we even had a late dinner as our flight was delayed. Organized tours, gave advice and door to door service. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner and had a lovely chat.”
Sue
United States United States
“This beautifully decorated Riad is a peaceful retreat located in easy walking distance from the main Jemaa el-Fnaa square, The service is exceptional: thoughtfully attentive to every detail, responsive to requests, warm and welcoming. Breakfasts...”
Lauren
United States United States
“The staff are incredible and went above and beyond to support me during my time in Marrakesh. I am grateful for their care and attention; as a solo female traveler in Morocco I felt very safe and taken care of.”
Sally
United States United States
“Beautiful hidden oasis. Lovely helpfu staff and great breakfast.”
Chris
United States United States
“Close to everything, good people, clean stay, friendly”

Managed by Yassmine

Company review score: 9.9Based on 491 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Riad La Cigale is managed by Yassmine, a proud Marrakchi who is passionate about her heritage and culture and is the perfect host to welcome you to both Marrakech and Morocco. Yassmine speaks English, French, Turkish and Arabic, and studies physics at the University in her spare time. Her passion is to introduce visitors to the secrets and wonders of Marrakech, and to ensure a rejuvenating experience for our guests upon their return.

Property info

Riad La Cigale has been a guest house since 1992, when two Italian designers, using traditional materials and methods, transformed this 17th century Moroccan home into a unique and peaceful retreat in the heart of the medina. Our five unique rooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, seamlessly blend Moroccan architectural tradition and modern comfort. Our courtyard, salon, library and two rooftop terraces combine Moroccan and French styles to offer serenity and respite, even while five-minutes from Jmaa el-Fnaa, the historic center of Marrakech and a UNESCO World Heritage site. At Riad la Cigale, we are always here to guide you to the best sites, markets and restaurants, to offer advice and arrange travel, and to ensure that your experience of Morocco is magical, safe and surprising. We offer every guest a hearty breakfast, with homemade bread, fresh squeezed juice and Moroccan specialties. Lunch and dinner, too, are available, prepared by our in-house chef. If you book one of our personalized cooking classes, you can learn the secrets of Moroccan cuisine, create a Tagine or Tangia and enjoy the fruits of your labor by candlelight on our rooftop terrace. And please pamper yourself at our spa/hamma with a rejuvenating Moroccan beauty treatment (complete with black soap and argan oil). We look forward to welcoming you!

Neighborhood info

Riad La Cigale is located in a quiet alley in Derb Dabachi and just a short walk from one of the main shopping and eating streets of the medina. We are two minutes from Jemaa al-Fnaa where the foodstalls, the music, the story-tellers, the henna artists will captivate you like no other space on earth. We will gladly direct you to the Secret Garden, the souks, local museums and palaces, restaurants and all the other sites in magical Marrakech. None are more than fifteen minutes away!

Languages Spoken

Arabic,English,French,Turkish

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Moroccan • Local
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian

House rules

Riad la Cigale takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
€ 10 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Riad la Cigale of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

License number: 40000MH0617