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A charming vanity in the Diamond Suite. The view from bed in my much smaller, but just as enchanting room.
We were of course greeted with delicious Moroccan mint tea (it wouldn’t be Moroccan if it didn’t include mint tea!).
I loved all of the magical handmade Moroccan rugs so much, I simply had to go to the medina and buy one to bring home with me.
A desk that begs you to sit each night and pretend you're Hemingway traveling North Africa and writing a brilliant novel (I did just that, emphasis on pretend).
Each room is full of wonderful little details.
The view from the rooftop. Such a lovely place to have coffee or tea and listen to the call to prayer echo through the city.
The courtyard around which the hotel is centered: lush with greenery and exquisite architectural detail. My travel companions secured the “Diamond Suite.” The tilework was so beautiful.
The bellman, dressed in a traditional Fez hat, met us outside of the medina and led us to the hotel. Darwin, the resident dog, is named after Charles, and so very sweet.
Highs & Lows
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The owner, a French Moroccan woman, was so charming and elegant; we all had a small crush on her.
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The beds were incredibly comfortable, and I loved wrapping myself in the luxurious sheets each night.
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The entire property (and the bath products as well) smelled like orange blossoms, a heavenly scent that could be coined the national smell of Morocco.
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The first floor rooms look out onto the central courtyard. The windows are adequately covered by drapes, but that didn’t keep some faint morning noise from waking me up (though I really didn’t mind!)
Important Bits
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Type
Small guest house.
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Vibe
Enchanting Moroccan oasis evoking a bygone era.
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Location
Located in the middle of the ancient city – the medina - yet tucked away down a narrow alley; it feels secluded and peaceful.
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Rooms
Seven...four larger suites and three smaller rooms.
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Music
Can’t recall!
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Year Opened
2008
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Designed By
Designed by the hotel's owners.
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Health & Wellness
No pool or gym, but they will schedule you for a treatment at a nearby spa for a traditional Hammam experience.
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Restaurant
Yes, open for a complimentary breakfast spread, as well as a traditional three course dinner for 25 Euro per person. For dinner, one must reserve a space beforehand in the small dining room, or in the courtyard or rooftop space. There is no menu to choose from, and traditional Moroccan dishes are served.
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Bar
Yes, a small bar…but someone will absolutely bring you a glass of wine to the rooftop, which is a beautiful place to watch the sun set over the city.
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Minibar
Yes: a few bottles of water, juices, etc.
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Children
Bring ‘em!
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Price
Ridiculously reasonable.
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Tour the medina!
medina of fez
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