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Mellah vs Bahia Palace

Both Mellah and Bahia Palace are praised by writers. Overall, Bahia Palace ranks significantly better than Mellah. Bahia Palace is ranked #4 in Marrakech with positive reviews from 6 reviewers including Concierge, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.

Mellah
Mellah
7 / 10
Marrakech, Morocco
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Fodor's Fodor's
"As in other Moroccan cities, the Mellah is the old Jewish quarter, once a small, walled-off city within the city." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The present Mellah, renamed Hay Essalam, is much smaller and almost entirely Muslim." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The mellah remains notable for tall mudbrick homes along single-file streets and cross-alley gossip through wrought-iron balconies." Full review
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To see the living legacy of Mellah artisans and spice traders, check out the Place des Ferblantiers, the Grand Bijouterie and the Mellah Market .
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"In addition to the area’s historical importance, you’ll find a good variety of shops here. This is where I go to buy fabrics and beautiful trims and notions." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"You can admire the souks and the Alzama Synagogue in the central courtyard while enjoying a cup of Berber tea. " Full review
Bahia Palace
Bahia Palace
8 / 10
Marrakech, Morocco
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This 19th-century palace, once home to a harem, is a marvelous display of painted wood, ceramics, and symmetrical gardens." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"This 19th-century palace is so elaborate in its decoration it verges on kitsch."
Lonely Planet 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)." Full review
Michelin Guide 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." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"A masterclass in the fine Moroccan arts – zellij mosaic floors, carved stucco plasterwork and painted cedar ceilings, around a serene garden." Full review
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