Riad El Yacout, Fes

4.3 (31 reviews) · Upscale
Historic riad in the bustling Fes Medina offering comfortable rooms, a rooftop terrace, and an outdoor pool

Overview

Riad El Yacout is a beautifully restored 16th-century residence in the bustling Fes Medina, offering convenient access to popular sites. Just a short 5-minute walk from Medersa Bou-Inania, 12 minutes on foot from the University of Al Quaraouiyine, and close to the famous Blue Gate (Bab Boujloud), you'll be ideally positioned to explore the city. 

The rooms at Riad El Yacout seamlessly blend traditional decor with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay. Each air-conditioned room features free WiFi and a private bathroom with a bathtub or shower and complimentary toiletries. Previous kimkim travelers have highlighted the newly redone bathrooms, beautiful stained glass windows, and the hot water in the rooms.

Riad El Yacout truly stands out for its authentic character and historical significance, with our travelers praising its grand atmosphere and decor, including the beautiful Almoravid tilework. The hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace with panoramic views, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Guests have also loved the traditional food and the friendly, accommodating staff.

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +212 535740020
Hotel address icon 9 Derb Guebbas Batha, medina
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Travelers often mention

Summarized by AI based on kimkim traveler reviews

Exceptional Staff Service

The staff at this hotel are consistently praised for being extremely friendly, helpful, and going above and beyond to ensure guest comfort. Notably, a manager and staff member even escorted a guest to meet their driver when her husband was ill. (14 mentions)

Melanie
“The staff go over board to make you feel comfortable.”  — Melanie D.
Becky
“The staff (especially Marco's) at this hotel were so warm, inviting and funny.”  — Becky S.
S
“the manager and staff went above and beyond to make our stay as comfortable and pleasant”  — Sal H.
Outstanding Food

The food at this hotel receives high praise, with several reviews mentioning it as some of the best they had during their trip. Breakfast is specifically noted as being very good. (9 mentions)

Susan
“The meals we had at this riad were among the best we had on our entire trip”  — Susan L.
B
“the food was some of the best we had in Morocco”  — Bob L.
Becky
“The food was excellent”  — Becky S.
Beautiful Architecture and Decor

Guests admire the beautiful architecture and decor, including features like stained glass windows and mosaics that add to the Riad's charm. (5 mentions)

Rajgopal
“If you want to see the Morrocco architecture and beautiful mosaics then this Riad is for you.”  — Rajgopal I.
Lee Ann
“Our rooms had beautiful stained glass windows in addition to the gorgeous decor.”  — Lee Ann L.
Jill
“a sensational palace built in 1432 so fabulous courtyard and roof top.”  — Jill B.
Room Comfort and Amenities

The rooms are generally described as spacious and comfortable, with some guests mentioning specific features like nice big bedroom suites. However, there are minor complaints about outdated plumbing and occasional malodor from restrooms. (4 mentions)

Becky
“We loved our room (over the top nice).”  — Becky S.
Emily
“Nice big bedroom suite for 4”  — Emily H.
L
“Rooms are spacious”  — Lisa K.

Traveler Reviews

31 total ratings, 23 with reviews
4.3
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
4.7
Location
4.5
Staff
4.8
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.3
Becky
Becky S.
Sandy Springs, GA | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2023
The staff (especially Marco's) at this hotel were so warm, inviting and funny. We loved our room (over the top nice). The food was excellent and my husband enjoyed the massage there. Read more

The staff (especially Marco's) at this hotel were so warm, inviting and funny. We loved our room (over the top nice). The food was excellent and my husband enjoyed the massage there.

Authenticity & Character
The building was beautiful.
Location
Honestly didn't walk around the area much but it had the basics.
Staff
Staff the best of our trip and that's saying something as people were very welcoming everywhere we went.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in October 2023
Rajgopal
Rajgopal I.
Lake in the Hills, IL | Reviewed on Sep 04, 2023
If you want to see the Morrocco architecture and beautiful mosaics then this Riad is for you. The customer service is out of this world and don’t miss the hamaam here. Having tried hamaams at different countries especially Rome, Greece, and even Egypt- I can vouch that this place packs quite a punch. They give a pretty good service and the area is very neat. Read more

If you want to see the Morrocco architecture and beautiful mosaics then this Riad is for you. The customer service is out of this world and don’t miss the hamaam here. Having tried hamaams at different countries especially Rome, Greece, and even Egypt- I can vouch that this place packs quite a punch. They give a pretty good service and the area is very neat.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in August 2023
Lee Ann
Lee Ann L.
West Bend, WI | Reviewed on Apr 15, 2023
Lovely Riad in Fes. Our rooms had beautiful stained glass windows in addition to the gorgeous decor. The included breakfast was very good. Read more

Lovely Riad in Fes. Our rooms had beautiful stained glass windows in addition to the gorgeous decor. The included breakfast was very good.

Authenticity & Character
Location
seemed very convenient for the places we went from here
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
newly redone bathrooms that were very nice
Stayed in March 2023
Emily
Emily H.
Spain | Reviewed on Apr 15, 2023
A relatively big riad but down a dark alley so not the most inviting approach but I think most riads in Fes are like that. We had some problems with a banging noise one night next door but the hotel staff took care of it right away. Nice big bedroom suite for 4 but again the plumbing in the bathroom so old it look forever for hot water etc. Staff were very friendly and helpful. We didn't realize we had booked half-board so didn't have dinner at the hotel but the breakfasts were good (too... Read more

A relatively big riad but down a dark alley so not the most inviting approach but I think most riads in Fes are like that. We had some problems with a banging noise one night next door but the hotel staff took care of it right away. Nice big bedroom suite for 4 but again the plumbing in the bathroom so old it look forever for hot water etc. Staff were very friendly and helpful. We didn't realize we had booked half-board so didn't have dinner at the hotel but the breakfasts were good (too much again) The coffee could have been stronger!

Stayed in April 2023
MICHELLE
MICHELLE L.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2023
In addition to the beauty of the place blowing us away, the staff were charming, funning and helpful. LOVED this riad! Read more

In addition to the beauty of the place blowing us away, the staff were charming, funning and helpful. LOVED this riad!

Authenticity & Character
stunning
Location
Staff
Charming, funny, helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in January 2023
Jill
Jill B.
Australia | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2022

A bit of a maze to navigate, but a sensational palace built in 1432 so fabulous courtyard and roof top. Terrific staff who were inundated a little by several large groups staying at the same time as my husband and me.

Stayed in November 2022
U
Ullattil M.
Allen, TX | Reviewed on Nov 27, 2022
Massive Riad, we seemed to be the only people that day, so felt a bit odd Read more

Massive Riad, we seemed to be the only people that day, so felt a bit odd

Authenticity & Character
opulent
Location
just next to the medina
Staff
friendly & accommodative
Cleanliness & Comfort
requires better upkeep
Stayed in November 2022
L
Lisa K.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 30, 2022
Average Riad - quite outdated and worn. Staff were fine - not overly friendly. Rooms are spacious, food was average. Read more

Average Riad - quite outdated and worn. Staff were fine - not overly friendly. Rooms are spacious, food was average.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in October 2022
Leonardo
Leonardo A.
Jacksonville, FL | Reviewed on Oct 01, 2022
Excellent service and beautiful surroundings. There was a slight malodor from the restrooms, but as riad is very old, it was tolerable and understandable. Very conveniently located in medina quarter. Read more

Excellent service and beautiful surroundings. There was a slight malodor from the restrooms, but as riad is very old, it was tolerable and understandable. Very conveniently located in medina quarter.

Authenticity & Character
Refurbished stately old riad
Location
Private yet close to everything, sumptuous decor
Staff
Very personal service
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beautiful Almoravid tilework
Stayed in September 2022
Julie
Julie A.
Pacific Grove, CA | Reviewed on Jun 29, 2022
Beautiful riad with friendly staff and nice pool. Read more

Beautiful riad with friendly staff and nice pool.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in June 2022

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +212 535740020
Hotel address icon 9 Derb Guebbas Batha, medina
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