La Maison Bleue Batha

We were eight of us touring Morocco and I have no hesitation in saying that this property was one of the MOST GORGEOUS riyads I have ever stayed in. This despite the fact that the stairs almost defeated me the first time I clapped eyes on them. Yet, surprisingly, it got better...and then, I almost did not notice the narrowness or the steepness. I understand the building dates from 1915...it is over a hundred years old but age sits lightly on it. We stayed here for two nights but I could have stayed longer. The rooms were delightful; the bathrooms were almost studio apartments and most delightfully arranged with steps leading up to the bath. And there were rose petals, not only on the bed, but in the toilet bowl too !!! Almost hesitated to poo on petals :) I had never experienced such a wonderfully designed bath..what a shame there was only time for showers. All modern amenities were provided. My Room was KHADIJA and it had a shared terrace...since we also had the room that shared the terrace it was as good as our own. It was so relaxing to sit there with a cup of instant coffee brewed in the room munching the cookies from our welcome basket. Dawns break better I think under such surroundings. To add the golden sprinkles on my experience I observed a ecouple from close range from the terrace. KHADIJA has stained glass windows and waking up to the coloured reflections on the wall is something to remember. I could write an essay on the decor and the live music (not overwhelming-just a single person with a stringed instrument ) but I suggest you see it for yourself. The breakfast on the first day was so lavish that we literally begged them not to put so much food on the table the next morning-they laughed. I got the impression, they get this often from guests. The staff was extremely polite, very accomodating ...nothing was too much trouble and milk requested for coffee was NOT CHARGED (unlike at Marrakesh). They gave us so much that we kept it in the fridge in the room and did not have to ask again. The location is graet ..a minute's walk to the Souk and just adjacent is a great cafe cum dinner spot with good food. You cannot park for any length of time in front of the riyad but the driver will aprk long enough for you to comfortably get in and out with luggage. Bottom line: In my top ten Best places I have stayed. The old world charm is undeniable and irresistible.

We stayed for two nights in this beautiful Riad which is a three minute walk away from The Blue Gate and right at the entrance to the medina. To my surprise the rooms were very quiet. The rooms make you feel like sleeping in a palace from the tales of Scheherazade. Extremely friendly and welcoming staff. Thank you very much!