Palais Faraj Suites & Spa, Fes

4.9 (21 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

21 total ratings, 16 with reviews
4.9
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Authenticity & Character
4.8
Location
4.6
Staff
4.8
Cleanliness & Comfort
5.0
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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.

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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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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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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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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
Diana
Diana A.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2024
This was one of the most beautiful hotels we stayed at on our trip in Morocco. The mosaic tile work here in every room was a wonder. Despite its stunning aesthetics, the service at the hotel could be improved. Although the front desk staff does speak English, they still were not fluent, and so at times had a difficult time communicating with the team. This surprised us as this was one of the most fancy hotels we stayed at and we didn't have a problem communicating with hotel staff in all the... Read more

This was one of the most beautiful hotels we stayed at on our trip in Morocco. The mosaic tile work here in every room was a wonder. Despite its stunning aesthetics, the service at the hotel could be improved. Although the front desk staff does speak English, they still were not fluent, and so at times had a difficult time communicating with the team. This surprised us as this was one of the most fancy hotels we stayed at and we didn't have a problem communicating with hotel staff in all the other riads we've stayed at on our trip.

We also decided to experience the Hammam in the spa here, to which unfortunately I would say to skip. I think the experience is overpriced here for what it is. Save it to try somewhere else. Despite what we paid for, both my Hammam and massage felt very rushed.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Great location but a little isolated as walking to the medina was difficult from this hotel.
Staff
Communication skills.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in September 2024
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Joyce C.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Aug 08, 2024
Beautiful rooms, Nice Pool and Restaurant. Read more

Beautiful rooms, Nice Pool and Restaurant.

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Stayed in July 2024
Tom
Tom B.
Kennewick, WA | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2024
Very, well, palatial! Way above our "pay grade" but a special experience (probably for that reason). Our suite (and it was a suite with multiple rooms, two bathrooms, several sitting areas, and a walk-in closet) was spectacular. It opened out directly adjacent to the pool area. Read more

Very, well, palatial! Way above our "pay grade" but a special experience (probably for that reason). Our suite (and it was a suite with multiple rooms, two bathrooms, several sitting areas, and a walk-in closet) was spectacular. It opened out directly adjacent to the pool area.

Authenticity & Character
Very exotic and elegant. We tend to gravitate to more modest (but clean and comfortable) lodgings, so this was a special treat.
Location
It is located on the edge (in the wall) of the medina. We did not walk down into the touristy part of the medina from the hotel, but probably could have.
Staff
Very helpful. I had come down with a bronchial irritation (mostly coughing and a hoarse voice). They were very helpful in suggesting remedies and a nearby pharmacy.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The suite we stayed in is probably the most opulent we've ever experienced.
Stayed in May 2024

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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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