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Bahia Palace vs Ben Youssef Madrasa
Both Bahia Palace and Ben Youssef Madrasa are rated highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Bahia Palace scores significantly higher than Ben Youssef Madrasa. Bahia Palace is ranked #4 in Marrakech with recommendations from 6 sources like Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
Bahia Palace
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Marrakech, Morocco
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Fodor's
"This 19th-century palace, once home to a harem, is a marvelous display of painted wood, ceramics, and symmetrical gardens."
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Concierge
"This 19th-century palace is so elaborate in its decoration it verges on kitsch."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Imagine what you could build with Morocco’s top artisans at your service for 14 years, and here you have it: La Bahia (the Beautiful)."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Superb decoration featuring zellige tiles, sculpted wood, stucco and paintings... and magnificent garden with trees and flowers and you have a superb ensemble."
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Afar Magazine
"A masterclass in the fine Moroccan arts – zellij mosaic floors, carved stucco plasterwork and painted cedar ceilings, around a serene garden."
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Ben Youssef Madrasa
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Just off Rue Souk el Khemis, Marrakech, Morocco
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Fodor's
"If you want a little breath taken out of you, don't pass up the chance to see this extraordinarily well-preserved 16th-century Koranic school, North Africa's largest such institution."
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Concierge
"A 14th-century Koranic school that has been lovingly restored, the Medersa has a serene courtyard with a central, water-filled basin; and facades enhanced with tiling, stucco, and carved cedar."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This Quranic learning centre was once the largest in North Africa and remains among the most splendid."
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Travel + Leisure
"If your date loves history or design, head over to my favorite spot in the city, this college whose main buildings date back to the 14th century."
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Travel + Leisure
"A beautiful center basin, incredible Moroccan mosaic tiled walls, hand sculpted plasterwork, and ornate wood work—all come together to enchant. "
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