Riad El Blida
12, Derb Darkawa, El Blida, Anciene Medina, Fes
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20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Very friendly, attentive and helpful staff”
“Really friendly People,very good Breakfast, amazing view From the Rooftop,The Bu…”
“ou can have breakfast on the beautiful rooftop terrace”
“The breakfast was excellent, in perfect Moroccan style”
“Great location close to the tanneries and the old mosque/university”
“The location is great, the breakfast was amazing, and the terrace is beautiful”
“The room is perfect for a one-day stop”
“We had a basic room which met our needs”
“Everything was perfectly clean and tidy”
“Riad itself is clean”
“It is easy to find and very well located within 1 minute walk form exit from med…”
“Car parking on a 10 minute walk”
Overview
Boasting a shared lounge and views of garden, Riad El Blida is a riad set in a historic building in Fès, 5 km from Royal Palace Fes. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The riad has family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. All units at the riad are fitted with a seating area. Each unit is fitted with a private bathroom, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms have a terrace and some have mountain views. At the riad, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. At the riad, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and high tea and specialises in Moroccan cuisine. Guests can keep up their exercise routines during yoga and fitness classes. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Riad El Blida. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Karaouiyne, Bab Bou Jeloud Fes and Medersa Bouanania. The nearest airport is Fès–Saïs, 20 km from Riad El Blida, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Sadi
solo_traveller
April 18, 2026
“Perfect vase for exploring the Medina and great and very helpful host team!”
Great location close to the tanneries and the old mosque/university. Very friendly, attentive and helpful staff. They help you with advice on sights to see as well as how not to walk into tourist traps. They also gave me good advice on buying leather products and pricing. ou can have breakfast on the beautiful rooftop terrace. There's also restaurant on the roof, but I didn't eat there. Place is easy to reach from train station with a taxi.
Gianluca
solo_traveller
March 22, 2026
Really friendly People,very good Breakfast, amazing view From the Rooftop,The Building and The Rooms seems like a Museum very beautifull experience to stay here ,Highly recomended
Paolo
solo_traveller
March 15, 2026
“the spectacular terrace view over the medina and the excellent support from the receptionist Wafa.”
The room is perfect for a one-day stop. The style is very beautiful and the riad itself is truly charming. Everything was perfectly clean and tidy. The room also offers a lovely view of the inner courtyard of the riad, which creates a very pleasant atmosphere. The bathroom is rather small, but functional. A real plus is the restaurant connected through the terrace. The view over the medina is spectacular and makes the experience even more special. We also greatly appreciated the support of the receptionist, Wafa. She was excellent in welcoming us on arrival and very helpful during our stay, always kind and precise when pointing out the key places to see in the medina. The breakfast was excellent, in perfect Moroccan style.
Catalina Sánchez
family_with_children
February 12, 2026
“Great!”
Wafa's attention and all the staff were just fantastic! Our experience in Fes was definitely the best thanks to them. The location is great, the breakfast was amazing, and the terrace is beautiful.
Milan
extended_group
January 15, 2026
“Ridiculously cheap for what they offer”
It is easy to find and very well located within 1 minute walk form exit from medina with a parking lot and taxis nearby and close to Tannery Chouara. It suits perfectly both people who need to move in and out and around medina quickly and those who come to medina for the first time (navigating can be overwhelming here especially if it is your first visit). The receptionist was very sweet and spoke english which is not that common there. Riad itself is clean. We had a basic room which met our needs. Typical moroccan style brekafast was tasty and rich. What really stands out is pricing. This riad is a steal for money they ask. You can find fancier riads that is true but they will charge you 3-4x more than this one.
Mike
couple
January 14, 2026
“Great place to stay in the heart of Faas friendly staff Reed be good facilities and a decent breakfast”
Great location, friendly staff reasonably good facilities
Marcus
solo_traveller
January 9, 2026
“Top roof top with good restaurant included! :)”
Nice rooftop, top freindly staff and a good restaurant pretty much in the same building even sharing roof top restaurant. Room was all you need and more.
Abir Md Rifatul
couple
December 29, 2025
“Nice Riad in the center of Medina with awesome breakfast”
Nice breakfast on the terrece with the view of Fes Medina. Location of the Riad is just perfect. In the center of Medina. All the main spots are just in walking distance. The stuffs were super friendly. There was a little struggle on communication due to language barrier but overall stuffs are great.
Dominic
couple
December 22, 2025
The check in and check out procedures were seamless. It has a great terrace and breakfast. Wafa was a great help as well, she speaks English and French too.
Sjoerd
couple
December 2, 2025
Beautiful building, good breakfast
David
extended_group
October 21, 2025
“Good choice”
Nice Riad, an oasis of peace in the Medina. Room was spacious and clean, with smart TV. Lovely common areas both indoors and outdoors. Personnel very attentive to your needs.
Bart
family_with_children
October 16, 2025
“Riad in the middle of the Medina”
Riad in the middle of the Medina. Car parking on a 10 minute walk. Good value for money. Very friendly staff. Great breakfast on the roof terrace.
Kristina
family_with_children
October 15, 2025
Lovely little Riad in the Medina. Great host. Wonderful rooftop terrace. Good breakfast and close to a secure parking.
Gabija Agnietė
extended_group
September 14, 2025
The staff was extremely helpful – they met us at the taxi so we didn’t need to look for the riad in the medina, and also helped us get a taxi afterwards. The place was very clean, cozy, and we really enjoyed our stay here.
sergio
extended_group
August 11, 2025
Good location, host very friendly and very nice terrace for breackfast and dinner
Tomáš
solo_traveller
July 1, 2025
Very warm welcome with all the hospitality made a perfect stay in Fez. Wafa was extremely helpful and cared well for my comfort. Thank you so much!
Ava
extended_group
June 9, 2025
“The kindest hosts I've ever stayed with!”
Our stay at this riad was excellent. The staff were the best part - Wafa was so kind, welcoming, and always happy to help us. She gave us recommendations for places to see and offered to show us around a little too. She even brought us to the ATM when we couldn't find it. Wafa really made us feel at home; when we saw her she was always happy to chat about what our plans were for the day, how we were finding the city, and if there was anything we needed. The breakfast was also delicious and the staff were accommodating to our schedules, preparing it at whatever time suited us. They also arranged our transport to and from the airport, which was so helpful! If I ever come back to Fes, I will definitely stay here again. Thank you for making our trip so special!
Daria
solo_traveller
May 21, 2025
“Beautiful riad in the heart of medina”
A very beautiful and authentic riad in the center of medina, very close to the taxi stand. Incredibly welcoming staff. Versatile and abundant breakfast. A nice restaurant nearby where riad guests get a discount. There’s a little kitchen you may use with everything one might need to prepare a meal.
Isabel
extended_group
May 19, 2025
“The best BREAKFAST and STAFF”
We stayed 3 nights and we had a lovely experience, especially with the staff. They were super welcoming, specifically Wafa and Abdulila. She showed us around and gave us a lot of nice tips and explanations of what to visit. The highlight was the breakfast!!
Glenn
couple
May 14, 2025
“Our favourite Riadi in Morocco”
Such an excellent riad - and an ideal location near the tanneries and good leather shops, metal artisan shops, carpets shops and great food choices. We loved the rooftop terrace on four different levels. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful, as was dinner at the restaurant. The staff are so lovely and welcoming. Wafae was very helpful and kind, providing excellent suggestions. She booked us a great hammam and told us about sites not to be missed. It was truly a home away from home and made our experience in Fes one of our best in Morocco.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Lower bathroom sink
Activities
Public Bath, Evening entertainment, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Yoga classes, Fitness classes, Personal trainer, Temporary art galleries, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live sport events (broadcast), Massage, Hammam, Nightclub/DJ
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area, Baby safety gates
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Breakfast in the room, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Facilities for disabled guests, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Heating, Soundproof rooms, Chapel/shrine, Family rooms, Minimarket on site
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Terrace, Sun terrace, BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Accessible parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Shuttle service, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Room service, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Express check-in/check-out, Valet parking, Barber/beauty shop, Ironing service, Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge)
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off, Public transport tickets
Family Room with Bathroom
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this family room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The unit features air conditioning, an inner courtyard view, a patio and chocolate is provided for guests. The unit offers 3 beds.
Double Room
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The unit has air conditioning, garden views, a terrace and chocolate is offered for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Budget Twin Room
Providing free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The twin room provides air conditioning, a seating area, as well as a terrace and an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.
Large Twin Room
The twin room features air conditioning, a seating area, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 6 beds.
Twin Room
The twin room offers air conditioning, a seating area, a terrace with city views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 3 beds.
Deluxe Suite
The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. There is a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and an outdoor dining area and complimentary chocolate is featured for guests. The unit offers 2 beds.
Royal Suite
The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The unit has a tea and coffee maker, an inner courtyard view, a patio and chocolate is provided for guests. The unit offers 2 beds.
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