Dar Chibania

Visited first with my daughter in May ‘23 - so wonderful, a hidden surprise in the bustling Medina. l could not fault anything. An absolute gem of a place. Went back a second time end January ’24 - to celebrate my birthday with 7 girl friends. I could not have asked for more - Pascal organised everything from collection from airport, day trips with private mini van and of course special celebratory meals in their fabulous dining room. All the staff are lovely and very attentive. We felt like we had the riad to ourselves. The home cooked food (pre order ) was absolutely delicious. A real feast. The bedrooms are all charming, everyone unique and beautifully decorated with wonderful antiques and works of art. The place is superb. I would highly recommend a stay here. I will definitely go back - in fact I can’t wait … Thank you to Pascal, Isabelle and all the wonderful staff.

How can you summarise how incredible our experience at Dar Chibania was in a few words! Our tour of the riad on our arrival brought me to tears. Its beautiful! The attention to details, the space, the private areas, the authenticity, the birds singing. Any photos I add will not reflect how truly beautiful this place is. Our apartment was tucked away, spacious and so private. Perfect for couples. The riad is so big, with not one but two spacious courtyards filled with trees and flowering plants. This layout makes it feel like you've privately rented the whole place. We only saw other guests at breakfast, but even then they were passing as they left their own secret locations. The roof terrace has so many levels, to enjoy a meal, read a book, or just to soak up the surrounding sounds, sights and aroma of Aylan , one of the oldest parts of Marrakesh. We never had to share the luxury of a pool with other guests. It's high walls and opulent seating area was ours to enjoy and wonder, how lucky we were to stumble across such a perfect place. The food was superb. From a delicious tagine and seasonal vegetable couscous on our arrival at 10pm to the huge breakfast, served whenever you surfaced into the courtyard, or asking for it to be taken three floors up to your chosen location on the terraces. I have left the best to last. Our hosts Pascal & Isabel and their incredible team. We love you for making our holiday so special 💕 Our transfers were seemless, they booked excursions (Quad biking in the desert, do it, its fun!), booking TukTuks to restaurants, reservations at the best restaurants Marrakesh has to offer) and were the kindest, most attentive people you could possibly ask for. Pascal effortlessly worked the room, having fun making jokes, but above all else, making g sure all his guests were happy. We can not convey how nothing was a problem for any of the team there. Beautiful people with big hearts. We want you all to know, this is the best place to stay in Marrakesh. We are planning to return and fill Dar Chibania with our extended family. Thank you Pascal & Isabel, until we meet again

Isabelle and Pascal have done a wonderful job restoring the Riad, to give their guest the best accommodations the property can offer. Having mentioned this , I would suggest a quick communication to them to get a description of the rooms you are interested in to make sure they meet your group needs. The Riad is located close to the Marrakech Medina. You have a 5 minute walk to the property with your luggage. Upon prior communication of your arrival time the staff at the property are available to help with luggage and guide you to the property. This property is very beautiful and well looked after. The rooms are well appointed with all modern amenities. The staff is attentive and very helpful. Breakfast is plenty and the chef will take care of any diet restrictions or allergies. Other than breakfast all meals at the Riad , have to be confirmed in advance. The food was delicious and always served with a smile. We truly enjoyed our stay at Dar Chibania and would absolutely recommend it to our friends and family. We wish all at Dar Chibania the very best. Happy Travels, Marge Shukla

Dar Chibania in Marrakesh is not just a hotel; it's a journey into a magical realm. Right from the moment we were warmly greeted by the staff just inside the medina's bustling gates I knew we were in for a unique experience. It was a full sensory delight. You land in Marrakesh with a bump when you’re dropped off inside a busy gated wall to the medina and you feel you’ve been transported to another world. The lovely Dar Chibania staff come to meet you and take you to the Riad. You walk down a sun baked dusty alley way and wonder what on earth lays ahead. In less than a minute you arrive outside an unassuming old wooden door. The door to the Dar Chibania opens and it’s like you enter an alternative reality of peace and tranquility. The contrast between the bustling streets and the serene atmosphere of Dar Chibania hits you straight away. The building is over 200 years old and is literally a palace and it is IMMACULATE. So clean and so well kept. The staff are wonderful and can’t do enough for you from breakfast in robes and slippers on the rooftop watching the sun rise, gorgeous tagine dinners, or sorting out taxis the staff couldn’t do enough to help and assist. We both had a bit of a head cold and they even helped us with honey lemon and ginger drinks! Our suite was so gorgeous and so clean. I was my birthday and they’d decorated the room and left the most beautiful roses in the room as a welcome. Everything about the interior is meticulous and luxe, so many little hideaways and places to contemplate and chat from a library to rooftop bed you could spend two weeks here and still not get to try it all out. This place is truly a hidden gem. To see such luxury hidden away down a dusty alley way was such a paradox. As two women traveling alone, we felt completely safe and at home here. One of (if not the) loveliest places I’ve ever stayed and definitely the most beautiful. I don’t write reviews but I literally couldn’t NOT write a review about this beautifully well kept secret. This place is a magical hidden palace. PS I’m allergic to cats so was quite worried about the resident cats but they were beautiful and I had zero issues. Praline and Miele (which my friend thought was called Miaow 🤣🤣🤣) make the place even more special.

The property is simply amazing and well decorated in all its corners, it is a little paradise on earth. Swimming pool and chill out corners are all very nice. Staff and owners super kind and helpful. Very generous and tasty breakfast. Food at dinner is very good, perhaps I would offer more than one option as main dish.

I spent one week at Dar Chibania and can recommend the beauty of place, the owner’s and staff’s kindness and their ability in making you feel at home and sorry to leave. They can also organize some excursions for you either in the city or outside, there is a massage service to enjoy and wonderful food. Located in a not so touristy part of the city it’s a plus if you want to see some real life. Easy walk to the city center and great peace when you come back.