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Riyad El Cadi vs Dar Ayniwen Hotel

Both hotels are endorsed by professionals. On balance, Riyad El Cadi scores marginally better than Dar Ayniwen Villa Hotel. Riyad El Cadi comes in at #20 in Marrakech with approval from 7 publications including Rough Guide, Frommer's and DK Eyewitness.

Riyad El Cadi
Riyad El Cadi
8 / 10
87 Derb Moulay Abdelkader, Dabachi, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
From $129 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"A ten-minute walk from the Medina's central square, Riyad El Cadi is made up of seven traditional houses."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A rambling maze of a riad, it is made up of eight connected houses. It’s a beautiful place to lose yourself – admiring the collected Islamic art along the way."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"The former home of a German diplomat who was ambassador to several Arab countries, the El Cadi is embellished with his wonderful collection of rugs and antiques."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A medina within the medina, this labyrinth of five riads offers unexpected delights at every turn." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"At Riad El Cadi on the outskirts of old town Marrakech, five of us spent the afternoon touring the spice markets, learning about traditional foods, and cooking a huge feast. " Full review
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Dar Ayniwen Hotel
Dar Ayniwen Hotel
8 / 10
Tafrata - Palmeraie de Marrakech, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
From $297 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Guests can spend time in the marble hammam and book massages and beauty treatments, or else lounge by the heated pool, which is surrounded by a lush green lawn." Full review
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Dar Ayniwen's best-kept secret is its cuisine, which you can enjoy anywhere on the property
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Think boho-luxe style, a warm, friendly atmosphere, and excellent Franco-Moroccan cuisine." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Originally built as a family home in 1982, Dar Ayniwen (House of Palms) is now a luxurious small hotel disguised as an elegant country retreat." Full review