This three-bedroom riad in central Fez brings Moroccan design into sharp, fashionable focus. It’s rooted in custom—zellige tile, carved woodwork, a central fountain—however every thing feels recent and thoughtfully up to date. The lounge options tadelakt partitions, Berber poufs, Fassie ceramics, and gentle lighting from hand-cut lanterns, whereas the eating room gives a view of a basic tiled courtyard, good for savoring mint tea or a quiet breakfast. Every of the bedrooms is spacious, with king-size beds, air-con, and good TVs. They and the loos are adorned with earthy neutrals for a chilled vibe. There’s a full kitchen with all of the necessities, plus quick fiber Wi-Fi for these working remotely or simply streaming between market runs. From $108 per night time.
Perks: Kitchenette, workplace area, gymnasium
Tucked right into a serene courtyard in Casablanca, this tiny studio glasshouse is a masterclass in compact, intentional design. Daylight floods in by floor-to-ceiling home windows, drenching the area in brightness and making every thing—from the customized bookshelf door to the toilet to the privateness divider—really feel sculptural. There’s a small kitchenette and eating space, in addition to a devoted work desk. Exterior is a small, leafy terrace, good for sipping mint tea, journaling, or unwinding beneath the celebs after a day on the town. It’s a keep that’s thought-about with out being fussy and will function a serene base for vacationers who need a recent, vibrant place to land between explorations of Casablanca’s historic neighborhoods, cafés, and Atlantic Corniche. From $94 per night time.
Perks: Indoor fire, washer, solar room, full kitchen
This two-bedroom house is layered with character. Authentic artworks, assertion pendant lights, elaborate tilework, stained glass home windows, and pops of shade and texture are discovered all through the two-story property. There’s a comfortable front room with books and a fire, a compact kitchen and eating space for leisurely breakfasts, and a terrace (with a separate solar room to laze in when it will get windy) the place company can follow yoga or watch the gulls circling the ramparts under. From the entrance door, you’re inside strolling distance of nearly every thing: Essaouira’s souks, seafood stalls, galleries, seaside cafés, and the golden sweep of sand that’s made town a magnet for surfers, artists, and sun-chasers alike. From $168 per night time.
Perks: Self verify–in, Wi-Fi, air-con, metropolis skyline views
Tucked deep within the Marrakech medina, this new riad combines conventional structure with a dose of inventive aptitude. Whereas the bones are basic, with arched doorways, carved plasterwork, and patterned flooring, whereas the bed room mixes classic finds, hand-woven rugs, and playful shade decisions, permitting for a very good mixture of Moroccan custom and a extra fashionable, private contact. The central patio gives a quiet place to regroup after a day within the souks, whereas the rooftop terrace offers you a front-row seat to the medina skyline—greatest loved at sundown, mint tea (or one thing stronger) in hand. The situation retains you near the motion: walkable to palaces, gardens, and tucked-away eating places, however simply far sufficient eliminated to supply a little bit respiration room. From $100 per night time.
Perks: Complimentary breakfast, each day cleansing, air-con
Within the thick of Marrakech’s medina—simply steps from the souks and centuries-old mosques—Riad Zayan gives a personal, design-forward retreat that feels worlds quieter than what’s outdoors the entrance door. Centered round a serene courtyard in gentle earth tones, the three-suite riad blends conventional Moroccan craftsmanship with a recent, understated contact. Zellige tiles, handmade rugs, and carved wooden accents nod to the previous, whereas clean-lined furnishings, luxurious finishes, and a heated plunge pool carry issues firmly into the current. Every suite is individually styled with artisanal furnishings and textiles, and the loos are outfitted with high-end supplies that lean spa-like with out being fussy. There’s a rooftop terrace that’s best for sluggish evenings—full with a summer time kitchen, BBQ, and an out of doors bathe—and a fireplace-lit lounge and open kitchen downstairs for cooler nights in. From $297 per night time.
