Hidden gem

This property was all that had been promised and expected. It was airy, spacious, clean and with a roof terrace offering privacy and tranquility from the madness that is Marrakech. The local contact Samir was very helpful and courteous and the housekeeper/cook - Madam Zara was both attentive in a maternal manner and an excellent cook. The property is easy to find, is right in the Souk but only 2 minutes from the square

We had a really good time at Dar Aicha last week. It was lovely to be so close to the Djemma el Fnaa and right in the middle of the markets. We made friends with the carpet seller on the corner, straight out of the Arabian Nights, who effortlessly persuaded us to buy one of his rugs. The house was lovely, enhanced by the owner's mosaics all around the walls and on the furniture. it is a perfect space for displaying them, and the cool pale walls echo the colours of the designs.
Mme Zahra’s cooking was absolutely delicious. We meant to try a restaurant but somehow always found our way home for dinner; it was the best way to experience real Moroccan cooking, and to introduce the children to new tastes.
Samir could not have been more helpful; the house was clean and well maintained; and we had a very restful holiday. October is a perfect month to come: warmth and sunshine but no mosquitoes.
Thanks to all.

Just a little note to say thankyou for allowing us to stay in your beautiful riad in the heart of Marrakech. The Riad is perfectly located just a couple of minutes walk from Jema El Fna and the bustling Souks and yet provides an oasis of calm. Finding such a lovely (and reasonably priced) Riad for exclusive use was just perfect as not everyone wants to share a house with two young children! The travel cot was much apreciated and makes travelling with a toddler that bit easier. We had a really lovely couple of days and it was the perfect finish to our holiday in Morrocco. Madam Zara and Samir looked after us really well.
Thankyou and we will certainly recommend you to friends.

A beautiful oasis of calm away from the world is just through an unassuming door of the souks.
inside it is as beautiful as the photographs suggest, authentically traditional but with mod cons.
A fantastic sun roof terrace, and luxurious bedrooms, it is a real stunner visually. Clean, tidy and spacious.
One small point is that there are acouple of tiny areas of damp on the walls. But the whole place is open to the elements via the central courtyard, which is wonderous on a sunny day.
Samir and Madam Zahra are truly fantastic, samir is gracious and willing to help in anything, arranging taxis, changing currency, explaining things etc etc. Madam Z is a first class cook, her dishes are absolutely mouth watering and there's always plenty. They are unrivalled in their approach to making sure your stay runs smoothly.
I would recommend this place to anyone wishing to have a stay in a traditional dar in Merrakech.
You are about a 3-4 minute walk from the legendary D'jemma el fna, where all the evening entertainment takes place, and you can catch taxis and horse drawn caleches to other sites.
A great holiday, great weather, superb service and a beautiful place to stay.

Dar Aicha proved to be even better than the description. The location was perfect, step out to the souks,or take a short stroll to Jemaa el Fna. We made full use of the home, from lounging on the rooftop,and listening to the call to prayer from the surrounding mosques, to relaxing with wine or tea in the different lounge areas. The home was immaculate and truly Morrocan. Thank you Madame and Samir for those delicious Moroccon meals. And Samir, what a help he was. He was kind enough to purchase our overnight train tickets from Tanger to Marrakech; he found us taxis when needed and arranged a camel ride, which was quite an experience. Not like riding a horse that's for sure. We are encouraging family and friends, this is the place to stay if you want freedom and pampering at the same time.