In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 66 guest reviews of La Maison Arabe Hotel, Spa & Cooking Workshops. Guests in the sample highlight Service & staff, Location and Food & restaurants. The most common complaints: Some rooms are very small, especially the standard ones. Expensive restaurant and rooftop prices compared with the rest of the city.
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Situated in the Medina of Marrakech, this hotel is a 10-minute walk from Jamaâ El Fna Square. It has a heated swimming pool and a spa with two hammams, and guests can also use the hotel’s Country Club in the Palmeraie, about 15 minutes away by complimentary shuttle, where a second pool is set in a large garden.
Each air-conditioned room and suite includes free Wi-Fi, an LCD TV, and a seating area with a fireplace. The rooms and suites have a private terrace. Some rooms overlook the gardens, and others have a spa bath.
Le Restaurant serves Moroccan cuisine, and Les Trois Saveurs offers French, Moroccan and Asian dishes. Meals are served in the dining rooms or on the terrace overlooking the pool and gardens. Guests can enjoy a drink in the piano bar, dine on the rooftop or have the buffet breakfast by the pool.
Cooking workshops in traditional Moroccan cuisine are held both at the hotel and at the Country Club.
The hotel is a 20-minute drive from Marrakech Airport. For extra fees, private parking is available on site for guests with a car.
Tripplo’s hotel summary
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 22 October 2026 · How we review hotels
La Maison Arabe Hotel, Spa & Cooking Workshops is best for culinary enthusiasts and cultural travellers who want to stay in the heart of the action. This five-star riad features cooking workshops, fireplaces in rooms, a heated pool and a second pool in the gardens of its Country Club in the Palmeraie, reached by free shuttle. It sits in a central Medina location near Jamaâ El Fna. However, vehicle access is highly limited within the Medina streets, and views vary significantly across room categories.
Guests score it 9.4 out of 10 — the average across the 18 hotels we list in Marrakech is 9.4.
- Situated in the heart of the Marrakesh Medina, the hotel sits just a ten-minute walk from Jamaâ El Fna Square, offering convenient access to historic souks while maintaining a quiet atmosphere.
- Each guest room and suite features its own private terrace and a functional fireplace, blending traditional Moroccan architectural details with modern comfort.
- Located within the winding, narrow streets of the Medina, direct vehicle access can be challenging. The hotel offers luggage assistance from the nearest drop-off point to ease arrivals.
- Some entry-level rooms look inward or toward the street rather than the lush central gardens. Guests seeking tranquil garden views should specify this preference during booking.
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Prices at La Maison Arabe Hotel, Spa & Cooking Workshops
When we last checked (23 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €1,166 in total (€583 per night).
Prices sampled daily by Tripplo for a two-adult stay about a month ahead, in EUR. Your dates may differ — use the price check to see live availability.
Typical price per night: €709. Lowest €319 (check-in 14 Nov), highest €1,246 (check-in 11 Oct).
Stays starting on a Friday or Saturday cost about 28% more per night than stays starting Sunday to Thursday.
Price per night for check-ins from 22 Sept to 22 Nov, measured daily by Tripplo for 2 nights and two adults, one month ahead.
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Reviews from Google“This place was perfect, along with the access to their sister property country club. Staff were all top notch. Rooms elegant and traditional riad with gorgeous gardens, stained glass and pool. Restaurants delicious. Highly recommended for those new to Morocco”
“We were just at the cooking class at La maison Arabe and we cant stop talking about what a great time we had. Everything from the welcome and the amazingly grand kitchen filled with everything we need and more. Beautifully decorated. The staff kept us well entertained and took good care of us. It was funny, entertaining and very informative. After finishing cooking we sat down all together at this elegant table and enjoyed our delicious warm meal and dessert. We went home with an unexpected gift bag that I’m very grateful for. We went home with a smile on our face and a full belly :)”
“I took their cooking class here and it was AMAZING. The dish I prepared was literally the best meal I've eaten this far. The staff was so nice and professional and educated us with the team ceremony and about spices. We had a great group and everything was perfect. Highly recommended”
“Our stay at La Maison Arabe was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. The riad is beautiful and perfectly located—an oasis in the heart of Marrakech. The cooking class is an absolute must-do! It was such a fun and authentic experience, Dada and Mohamed were wonderful! The Country Club is also a wonderful bonus. Having access to the pool just outside the hustle and bustle of the Medina made the experience even more relaxing. The staff were all incredible—warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming throughout our stay. We will definitely return and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this gem to anyone visiting Marrakech.”
“My husband and I spent a few days at this incredible hotel recently. We were totally blown away by the entire experience, the hotel is just beautiful, and it far exceeded our expectations. It’s a stunning luxury boutique riad from 1946, oozing in heaps of old charm and character. From the street, it seems a little misleading as you walk along the narrow alleyway but once you arrive on the doorsteps, it takes your breath away. It's truly worth it! La Maison Arabe is very well located inside the medina, walking distance to the square/souk and all the main attractions. The rooms are very luxurious and we felt quite pampered. So many little complimentary touches of fruit and wine, all made our stay so memorable. The staff are so friendly and helpful, always going out of their way to be accommodating. We arrived when it was the festival of Eid and we were treated to some lovely traditional sweets and mint tea at reception. Served daily in the pretty courtyard, there's afternoon tea with homemade pastries and the famous mint tea, served with great flourish and flair, then there's also the laid back jazz/piano bar every evening with the very talented pianist who just captures your heart with his mesmerizing playing, the beautiful and relaxing hammam with varied massages to pamper yourself, and of course the very indulgent buffet breakfasts by the pool. We also visited both restaurants, equally lovely but the stunning rooftop restaurant is just out of this world, with beautiful views of the mosque at night. The ambience was beautiful, food truly delicious, captivating local entertainment and the service impeccable. The myriad lanterns above made it so magical that you felt like you were in the Arabian Nights! We spent some lazy afternoons by the pool at the Country Club, taken by shuttle on the hour. The pool and pool house set amongst lovely gardens and the service as usual, is exceptional. For me, the icing on the cake was a cooking class at the world-famous culinary school at La Maison Arabe. It was an unforgettable and surreal experience! The lovely Wafa and Hayat are wonderful teachers and I'm so happy that they get to teach/showcase their talents and passion for Moroccan food on such an international stage. I will treasure my experience and remember the ladies fondly every time I make a tagine! Morocco was off my bucket list and visiting Fez, Asilah, Rabat, Tanger, Erfoud, Casablanca and finally mesmerizing Marrakech - and to top it off, finishing it off in style at La Maison Arabe is truly a dream come true! We are so thrilled we stayed at this stunningly beautiful hotel and had such a memorable experience. Hope we get to return again someday! Chris and Eromi Australia”
What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 66 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.
Food & restaurants
- +A superb breakfast with plenty of choice, both continental and Moroccan
- +Well-prepared restaurant food, including tasty local dishes such as fish tagine
- +A relaxed jazz bar with live piano music
- –Meals in the restaurant and on the rooftop are expensive
- –A repetitive breakfast of middling quality, according to some guests
- –Restaurant food that disappointed a few guests
”The breakfast is superb. The jazz bar is so relaxed and comfortable.” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Warm, attentive staff who go out of their way to help
- +Thoughtful touches such as rose petals for honeymooners and help with airport transfers
- +A professional front desk, according to many guests
- –Reception staff who come across as arrogant or unwelcoming on arrival
- –Requests that go unmet, such as twin beds or a late check-out
- –Housekeeping that does not always follow up on requests
”The staff were unbelievably kind and gracious. We asked for help with a ride from the airport and it was taken care of immediately.” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark
- +An attractive pool area with sun loungers
- +A country club with a large pool, reached by a free shuttle
- –The large pool in the photos is at the country club, not at the hotel itself
- –The pool at the hotel sits among restaurant tables with little room to lounge
- –Missing tiles and dated loungers around the pool
”A pity the outdoor pool is so far away, at another site, though the shuttle service is excellent.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- +Beautifully decorated rooms with Moroccan tiles, rugs and lamps
- +Comfortable rooms and beds that many guests praise
- +Well-equipped rooms, some with a balcony, a bath or a private rooftop terrace
- –Some rooms are very small, especially the standard ones
- –Some rooms have no outside window, only glass facing an indoor corridor
- –Firm beds and flat pillows
”The comfort of the single room isn't up to standard: no window, it feels like a shoebox, and the street noise gets in.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness
- +Clean, well-kept rooms and public areas
- +A beautifully maintained building with a lovely scent
- –Dated rooms and furnishings in need of a refresh
- –Dirty carpets and bathrooms in some rooms
- –A sewage smell in some rooms
”The property was beautiful, well-maintained and in a great location.” — guest, translated
Location
- +An ideal spot on the edge of the medina
- +Souks and city centre within walking distance
- +An authentic Marrakech atmosphere
”The location is excellent too; you can walk to the souks, for example.” — guest, translated
Noise levels
- +A calm, tranquil setting despite the central location
- –Poor soundproofing against the street and the corridors
- –Noisy cleaning in the patio early in the morning
”An old-fashioned hotel without the charm of the old. A very noisy room.” — guest, translated
Value for money
- +Good value for money, according to some guests
- –Expensive restaurant and rooftop prices compared with the rest of the city
- –Small standard rooms that feel overpriced
- –Extra charges, for example for breakfast and bottled water
”In our opinion quite overpriced for the quality of the room.” — guest, translated
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Frequently asked questions
How far is La Maison Arabe Hotel, Spa & Cooking Workshops from Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK)?
La Maison Arabe Hotel, Spa & Cooking Workshops is approximately 4.8 km from Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) in a straight line, calculated from map coordinates. This is not a road distance or transfer time; check the route and transport options before booking.
How do guests rate La Maison Arabe Hotel, Spa & Cooking Workshops?
La Maison Arabe Hotel, Spa & Cooking Workshops is rated 4.5 out of 5 on Google, based on 1,556 reviews. On Booking.com it scores 9.4/10 from 678 guest reviews.
How many stars does La Maison Arabe Hotel, Spa & Cooking Workshops have?
La Maison Arabe Hotel, Spa & Cooking Workshops is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does La Maison Arabe Hotel, Spa & Cooking Workshops offer?
La Maison Arabe Hotel, Spa & Cooking Workshops offers outdoor swimming pool, free Wifi, spa and wellness center, airport shuttle, parking and family rooms.
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