Palais Faraj Suites & Spa, Fes

4.8 (24 reviews) · Luxury
Stunning 19th-century palace with exquisite architecture, fine dining, city views, and exceptional spa facilities

Overview

Palais Faraj Suites & Spa is just outside the Medina, overlooking the entire city of Fes. This 19th-century palace, extensively renovated by its owners, offers a luxurious and authentic Moroccan experience. Within a 15-minute walk, you'll find notable attractions such as Medersa Bou-Inania, Blue Gate, and the University of Al Quaraouiyine. Tombs of the Merenides is also just a short distance away, making it easy to explore this fascinating city.

The 25 guestrooms at Palais Faraj are designed to provide an authentic Moroccan experience, featuring stunning tile work (zelliges) and intricate architectural details. Each room offers a suite-like layout, with small chambers, a bedroom, and a gorgeous alcove lined with silk cushions. Kimkim travelers have praised the hotel's cleanliness, comfort, and unique character.

What sets Palais Faraj apart is its dedication to providing its guests with an authentic and memorable experience. Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed with traditional Moroccan mint tea, poured to produce the necessary froth, plus slices of cake and cookies. The friendly and attentive staff and the hotel's rich history and stunning architecture make Palais Faraj an unforgettable stay in the city of Fes.

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 5-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +212 535635356
Hotel address icon 16-18 derb bensouda, Bab Ziat, Fes
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Traveler Reviews

24 total ratings, 19 with reviews
4.8
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
4.8
Location
4.6
Staff
4.8
Cleanliness & Comfort
5.0
Anne
Anne U.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Our fav. Lovely, classy, great location. Read more

Our fav. Lovely, classy, great location.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Able to access Medina quickly.
Staff
Attentive, kind, helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
This hotel was a treat for all of us.
Stayed in November 2025
T
Toni D.
Murray, UT | Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
Loved this hotel! Read more

Loved this hotel!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in October 2025
Deanna
Deanna B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Oct 08, 2025

Palais Faraj Suites & Spa in Fes was beautiful and the staff were exceptionally welcoming, truly going out of their way to make us feel at home. However, the standard tubs in the bathroom were challenging for those with mobility issues, as they were high and had no handrails or supports. Despite this, I found ways to manage, and the other aspects of the hotel more than compensated.

Stayed in September 2025
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Ben W.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025
Incredible. Beautiful hotel, comfortable rooms, attentive staff, excellent restaurant. Read more

Incredible. Beautiful hotel, comfortable rooms, attentive staff, excellent restaurant.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in August 2025
Martin
Martin K.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025
Very luxurious hotel. Beautiful decor. The only concern is location, as the Medina entrance clossst to the hotel is hard to navigate Read more

Very luxurious hotel. Beautiful decor. The only concern is location, as the Medina entrance clossst to the hotel is hard to navigate

Authenticity & Character
It is a beautiful hotel but not a really authentic riad
Location
Hard to get into the souk from the hotel
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Best shower ever!
Stayed in September 2025
Seana
Seana H.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 07, 2025
Beautiful hotel with a spectacular rooftop bar and restaurant, pool and spa. The staff were amazing. Read more

Beautiful hotel with a spectacular rooftop bar and restaurant, pool and spa. The staff were amazing.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in August 2025
Sara
Sara C.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025
every single thing about this hotel is stunning Read more

every single thing about this hotel is stunning

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in July 2025
Pankaj
Pankaj D.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 03, 2025
Most amazing hotel palace, very accommodating staff, my room had a window opening to wall do they upgraded us next day to a suite. Food and location perfect. Read more

Most amazing hotel palace, very accommodating staff, my room had a window opening to wall do they upgraded us next day to a suite. Food and location perfect.

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Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in May 2025
Lorna
Lorna A.
Canada | Reviewed on Mar 08, 2025
Everyone was so friendly and kind, especially Fatima on reception and the staff at breakfast. Because it was my birthday they gave me a rose at breakfast and even delivered a cake to my room including a birthday serenade. They really know how to make you feel special. I would return to this hotel again and again. Read more

Everyone was so friendly and kind, especially Fatima on reception and the staff at breakfast. Because it was my birthday they gave me a rose at breakfast and even delivered a cake to my room including a birthday serenade. They really know how to make you feel special. I would return to this hotel again and again.

Authenticity & Character
Stunning beautiful hotel. So many details of mosaics and tile work everywhere. Small touches like the tiny library was lovely.
Location
Walking distance to the souk. Excellent views of the whole city from the patios.
Staff
Very kind, friendly and helpful. Also very professional. Nothing is too much trouble.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very comfortable beds and large rooms.
Stayed in February 2025
Leslie
Leslie G.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jan 24, 2025
Wonderful riad. Beautiful, comfortable, staff very helpful. Great location for our touring. Read more

Wonderful riad. Beautiful, comfortable, staff very helpful. Great location for our touring.

Authenticity & Character
The decor and setting. The suite was lovely and very comfortable.
Location
Staff
Everyone was terrific from the opening class tea to our final goodbye.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room was very comfortable and great to settle in after a long day of touring.
Stayed in January 2025

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 5-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +212 535635356
Hotel address icon 16-18 derb bensouda, Bab Ziat, Fes
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