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“Built around a lush courtyard garden—a tranquil oasis from the medina’s mayhem right on the doorstep—this 17th-century palace had fallen into disrepair before being rescued and rebuilt by its French-American owners, utilizing the skills of the city’s finest craftsmen.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Fez.
“The warm hospitality of the French-American owners creates a pleasantly relaxed atmosphere at Riad Laaroussa, which they created from a ramshackle 17th-century palace in the medina. The palace’s painstakingly restored mosaics, woodwork and archways are the backdrop of the magnificent interiors here. Several rooms have working fireplaces.”
Shortlisted in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Fez, Morocco.
“The ultimate riad fantasy, hidden away in the heart of the Fez medina. A family home where children and dogs roam a courtyard filled with orange trees and days can be spent lolling by a turquoise pool, or on a roof terrace with views that make your heart skip a beat.”
What guests liked
- Pool area
- Friendly staff
- Perfect location
- Beautiful place
- Excellent Wifi
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
Situated on 3 Derb Bechara Fes El Bali, this luxury hotel provides lush accommodation for visitors in the city. The hotel is housed in a building that was originally built in the 17th century as a palace, and this is evident in the design and architecture of the hotel.
The hotel is the perfect blend of traditional Moroccan design and modern furnishes to create the beauty that the hotel is today. The hotel is located in the heart of Fez Medina where it offers guests nearness to some of the city’s most famous attractions and places of interest. Also located around the hotel are several favorite restaurants and bars where guests are treated to a wide variety of exotic dishes and drinks respectively.
The hotel is the perfect departure point for tourists in the city as it is located near some of the busiest and most widely used transportation systems in the city. With this, guests can easily access the places they want to visit before leaving the city.
The hotel rooms are designed and furnished with warm colors and modern decors. The rooms are also fitted with the latest amenities and facilities, incorporated to give guests the highest level of comfort and satisfaction.
Amenities such as free Wi-Fi for high-speed internet access, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom which includes thoughtful touches such as bathrobes and bathroom slippers are available in the hotel’s room.
Guests can enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisines in the Laaroussa restaurant.
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Recent guest reviews
7 July 2023
Perfect stay in Fez, exceeded expectations
Excellent service, beautiful rooms and riad. Food delicious. Made a lovely cot for our son and went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. Swimming pool perfect for the hot weather.
Nothing!
26 June 2023
A beautiful hotel within the medina.
Stunning hotel and balconies.
25 June 2023
A spectacular hotel with phenomenal staff
Spectacular hotel. One of the most beautiful places that I have ever stayed. Hospitality was excellent. Restaurant was also excellent.
Nothing loved everything.
19 June 2023
Exceptional
The ambience of the place and relaxed but very helpful approach to accommodate your needs or requests...
15 June 2023
Warm, courteous and helpful staff, excellent location and authentic amenities, great food and view
Our family of four had a fantastic stay at the Riad Laaroussa. Very warm, courteous and helpful staff, excellent location and authentic amenities, great food and an incredible view from the roof terrace, we can't say enough, would highly recommend.
15 June 2023
Amazing riad and wonderful staff- highly recommend this riad!
Staff is very warm friendly and goes out of their way to be helpful ! Lots of stairs so if you have mobility issues it could be a challenge . Everything is beautiful and I highly recommend the riad.
Nothing / it was all good !
10 June 2023
great hospitality, rooms and location!
The staff were extremely friendly. I was happy with the location. It is quite a long walk from the entrance of the city but it was nice a quiet. The rooms were very big.
12 May 2023
Beautiful riad in the Medina
Beautiful riad with a lovely courtyard. Rooms were spacious and pretty. Breakfast and dinner were excellent on the top of the riad. Staff was excellent and called and made reservations for dinner for us. We spent some time talking with the owner, who had some fascinating stories and was very personable. Location is excellent. If you are getting two rooms, the Yellow Room and the Blue Room have a nice, large common area in between. We played games there every night after dinner with the other couple we were traveling with.
Everything was excellent.
4 May 2023
Highly recommend - gorgeous Riad, fab location and a wonderful stay
Gorgeous property, beautiful rooms, fab location.
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29 April 2023
Laarousa ♥️embodies everything you imagine and more of magical Morocco
The location is incredible ! And what a surprise to walk into this hidden magical treasure chest and a warm Moroccan greeting, mint tea and cookies!
impossible, there is nothing not to like here
24 April 2023
Beautiful and luxurious
The courtyard was so beautiful, spacious, and relaxing, and the view from the rooftop terrace was the most beautiful we experienced in all of Morocco. The hammam and massage were also excellent.
21 April 2023
The best stay in Morocco. Loved everything about this Riad!
The garden area was spectacular, so lush, and calming. The staff was friendly, helpful, and so courteous. They always went above and beyond. The room and bathroom were large, clean, and beautiful. The rooftop restaurant served delicious meals. This was the best Riad we stayed in all of Morocco. Will stay here again. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
No complaints.
21 April 2023
Exceptional
Staying in the medina in Fez is a unique and special experience. Walking through the medina maze that is filled with people, donkeys, carts, shops, cats, children, and then entering into the oasis of the Riad Laarourssa is breathtaking The courtyard is calm and green and simply beautiful. The staff are all so welcoming and caring and attentive. The owners are delightful. We enjoyed a lovely dinner and lunch at the riad. We also enjoyed a hammam and massage spa treatment. They helped us with securing a tour guide who spent the day with us in the medina. They also arranged a driver and day trip for us to see Volubilis, Idress, and Meknes. It was a unique and wonderful experience. (The stairs are steep if you are on an upper level. No elevator. But they take care of your bags. )
18 April 2023
Exceptional
The Riad Laaroussa is an exceptionally beautiful place with very friendly staff. They help with every request. Highly recommended.
Can't find anything negative.
17 April 2023
The staff were all without exception very personable, charming, helpful and welcoming.
The building was stunningly beautiful, with an amazing roof terrace and gorgeous swimming pool.
There is nothing about this Riad that is not to like.
8 April 2023
This place is truly unique; an absolute must if you’re travelling to Fes.
everything was perfect. the location, decor, ambiance, and friendliness of staff and owner. this Riad is first class. Honestly could not fault it at all. Highly highly recommended.
5 April 2023
Amazing
stunning design , very friendly staff , very clean felt like you were going back in time
5 April 2023
Stunning, magical place with outstanding staff.
Staff was so welcoming and friendly. Location and property - absolutely perfect.
Having worked in hospitality over 25 years, I was especially impressed with the staff.
I will recommend this amazing Riad to all my friends.
There is nothing I did not like. It’s a magical place!
2 April 2023
A beautiful oasis in Fes
The spaces in the riad are beautifully decorated and the staff is very attentive and friendly. The bath products that they provide (Moroccan black soap, rose water and local orange flower bar soaps) were wonderful and a very nice touch.
The beds were not very firm.
30 March 2023
Highly recommended
A historical building beautifully decorated, great rooftop for city view, great breakfast, attentive staff, good porter.
Brown room is indeed an attic
29 March 2023
This was the most incredible hotel I’ve ever stayed at. You have to book here!
The most beautiful hotel I’ve ever stayed in
Incredible pool and rooftop
Staff were extremely lovely and helpful
Food was delicious
22 March 2023
My favourite place in Fes!
I Love everything about the Riad. It's beautiful and incredibly comfortable! This is my fourth visit to Fes and my second time at Riad Laaroussa. I will always stay here from now on!
20 March 2023
Wonderful stay! Would love to come back.
Warm friendly staff. Beautiful room. Great Moroccan riad atmosphere. Nice breakfasts. Relaxing hamam and massages.
20 March 2023
beautiful peaceful oasis in the middle of the medina
it was incredibly beautiful and decorated to the last details
part of the charm is that you’re in the middle of the medina, but because of that you need help to get to the riad at night,
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Safety deposit box
- - Packed lunches
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Golf course (within 3 km) (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hammam (additional charge)
- - Spa facilities
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
- - Tour or class about local culture (additional charge)
- - Cooking class
- - Live music/performance
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services
- - Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Ironing service
- - Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
- - Fax/photocopying
Pool and wellness
- - Heated pool
- - Pool cover
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - Smoke alarms
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Access to health care professionals
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10 July 2023
Perfect!