This was our first time in Morocco and we lov...
Morocco | Mar 14 - Mar 29, 2026

Sally
Sally B.
Sarasota, FL | Reviewed on Apr 01, 2026

This was our first time in Morocco and we loved it! The tour agency did an excellent job picking out the itinerary and Riad hotels. Our favorite Riads were in Chefchauen, Fes, and Marrakech. They really stood out in quality and service! We had a great driver Ilyace who spoke perfect English and was so helpful! Besides driving us, he did little extras, like finding us the safest ATM bank machines and even found a local laundry service. He always kept in touch with us as to when and where he would drop us off and pick us up. It was a very relaxing trip and the we saw the highlights of Morocco in 14 days. All of the optional tours were also wonderful! We loved the Hammans and the cooking class in Marrakesh. Maison D'Arabe did a great job!! Hiking to the Falls in Imlil and Ourika Falls was also fun! Morocco is a beautiful country with such a diverse landscape. The people are so friendly and we felt very welcomed.

Hotel Reviews
Riad Kalaa 2
Rabat

We only stayed one night here. We loved the decor but we weren't happy with the restaurant they recommended. Since it was our first night, we wished we could had advance reservations at the hotel restaurant. We were tired after a long flight and it would have been nice to have been able to eat there.

Authenticity & Character
The Riad was a bit dark. However we only spent one night there.
Location
Again, we only spent one night. The decor was very authentic.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Jnane Imlil
Imlil, Asni Marrakech

Beautiful decor. It was a bit out of the way to get to. However, Lucy the mule was a great help. The dinner was excellent and I'm glad we could eat at the hotel because I didn't want to go out to eat since it was not an easy place to walk around at night.

Authenticity & Character
Location
I wish it wasn't so difficult to get to. However it was in a beautiful setting. Our room faced a small waterfall.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Yes We Camp
Marrakech

We only stayed one night. There weren't a lot of tourists. It was almost empty. It rained hard the first night, so we didn't do the camel ride. Unless you did the 4 wheel ATV or camel ride, there wasn't much to do. It was a beautiful setting but again there wasn't much to do there.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
We didn't have much hot water. The hot water in the shower only lasted about 5 minutes then it went cold.
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouen

This was a beautiful Riad. The Riad gave us the top floor where we had a wonderful view of the city. The staff was very nice and made reservations for us. I had my first Hamman at the Riad.

Location
We loved the decor and that it was quiet and relaxing.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Maison Bleue And Spa
Fes

This was the most beautiful Riad on our trip! The service was excellent! The rooms were spacious and beautiful! The staff was wonderful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
I loved the decor. Beautiful color. It was easy to find.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Barceló Casablanca
Casablanca

It was ok. It could have been any hotel in the States. Again we only stayed one night so it was fine for one night. It did have a nice breakfast buffet.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The staff wasn't very friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Le Pèlerin
Marrakech

It's a nice, small intimate Riad. Beautiful decor. Wonderful staff. We stayed there for a total of 4 nights so we had the chance to get to know the staff. There was only 3 men that we met. They were very friendly and helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
They were short staffed, so one of the times we stayed, they weren't able to help us with our luggage. That was the only negative. The one person at the front had to do everything, greet guests, serve breakfast and also be the porter. Perhaps they should hire a porter when the hotel is busy.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms were all clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed the breakfast and they even gave us a key when we went out in the evening.
Riad Mimouna
Essaouira

The staff was wonderful; however there wasn't in room safe so we kept our passports at the front desk. The breakfast was wonderful and Essaouira is beautiful and a relaxing place for 3 nights. I found the rooms to be a bit dark.

Authenticity & Character
Location
The Medinas are like a maze. It's a bit difficult at first to get around; especially when it is crowded.
Staff
The staff were friendly and very helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Chefchaoeun to Fez via Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Chefchaoeun to Fez via Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Morocco

It was a wonderful tour and we learned so much about the Romans in Morocco,. It is well worth visiting.

Quality of Experience
We loved the cooking school in Marrakesh and the Hamman experience. I wouldn't recommend the Hamman in Marrakesh. It was too crowded and so busy. We loved the Hamman in Essaouria. It was called the Dar L'Oussia spa and hotel. That one was the best. If you have a small group, I would recommend a private Hamman at a hotel. It's just more relaxing and quiet. The one in Marrakesh was very touristy!! When your guest are preparing their trip, I would warn them about Ramadan. Driving long distances during Ramadan isn't too easy as well as finding shops and gas stations open in the smaller, rural areas.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our drive Ilyace was wonderful. Spoke great English, no accent. We had a great local guide in Fes. All of the local guides were great!
Transport
Wonderful, comfortable SUV . It was just my husband and I. However the driver was great and stopped when we needed to. It was a bit difficult during Ramadan to find a service station open.
Guided Tour of Fez Medina
Guided Tour of Fez Medina
Fes

We had a wonderful guide. He was young and had a great sense of humor.

Quality of Experience
The people in Morocco are very friendly. We felt safe and didn't feel threatened by pick pockets. However we were always careful. What I disliked the most were the mopeds and motorcycles in the Medinas. They were loud and obnoxious always honking at the pedestrians. I wish they would ban them in the Medinas.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The car was clean and comfortable and we had an excellent driver.
Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech
Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech
Marrakesh
Quality of Experience
Dine with a Local Family
Dine with a Local Family
Morocco

The family that hosted us were wonderful. The son, our host spoke very good English. The food was delicious and very authentic. They took time explaining the food and the customs in a typical Berber family. It was a great experience!!

Quality of Experience
Transport
Visit Majorelle Gardens
Visit Majorelle Gardens
Morocco

Beautiful gardens. I'm glad we went toward the end of the day. It was very crowded.

Quality of Experience
Three Hour Cooking Workshop at La Maison Arabe
Three Hour Cooking Workshop at La Maison Arabe
Marrakesh

The restaurant staff did a great job! We loved the set up and equipment. They did great job explaining Moroccan cooking and ingredients.

Quality of Experience
A Relaxing Hammam Experience: The Art of Moroccan Wellness
A Relaxing Hammam Experience: The Art of Moroccan Wellness
Morocco

It was a great experience; however it was so touristy. I could see they appealed to the mass tourists groups.

Quality of Experience
Guided Mule Trek in Toubkal National Park
Guided Mule Trek in Toubkal National Park
Morocco

Mostly walked up to the Falls and rode the Mule down.

Quality of Experience
Transport
We loved Lucy our mule. She was very sweet.
Guided Tour of Essaouira
Guided Tour of Essaouira
Essaouira

We love Essaouira and visiting the Jewish synagogue was fascinating. I didn't know that Morocco had a large Jewish community.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nice guide! He was very informative
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely