Fez hotels near Fes el Bali

Pros: Beautiful riad and good location. Great view of the medina from the roof terrace. It’s just inside the medina and near a parking lot which is just outside the medina. It only takes 10 minutes by foot to be in the center of the medina.

Pros: The rooms are spacious but the air conditioning not functioning well .

Cons: Well functioning AC

Pros: My husband and I stayed here during our 5-day trip to Fez and loved it, very calm and relaxing place and the staff is so amazing. They were some of the friendliest people we met during our 2-month journey in Morocco. Breakfast is lovely, and the location makes it very easy to reach the Blue Gate and other attractions via taxi (no getting lost finding your way through the medina, unless of course you want to ;)). Wifi was good for us digital nomads, our room was cleaned regularly, and I can't stress enough how awesome the staff were - we felt like they were family by the time we left. Thank you so much Dar Anebar, we will never forget you!!! Best wishes from Carly & Luke

Pros: Everything

Pros: The staff are friendly and helpful. The environment is clean and beautiful. I can feel the way of arabian family lives in this house. The breakfast is great, a very satisfied breakfast.

Cons: We had 2 people, if our room can have 2 chair for each of us, it would be better.

Pros: This Riad (hotel) is located close to the edge but within the old city (Medina) – it requires assistance to access, as taxis and other wheeled vehicles have no direct access. The Riad will arrange to meet your taxi at the closest main gate. It features a beautiful atrium, three stories in height, and onto which all the rooms have a direct outlook. There is also a roof terrace with recreation area and good views of the city. While there is no elevator, the obliging staff are only too willing to carry your suitcases to your room. A traditional breakfast is included in the tariff, and a limited-menu dinner can also be provided at an additional charge if desired. The proprietor, Ahmed, is friendly and obliging. For example, he arranged to purchase a train ticket for me so that I did not need to make a special trip to the train station (online ticket purchases seem to be restricted to those with a Moroccan credit card). The free wi-fi worked well, and the rooms were elegant and charming, with an old-world, Arabic ambience. Ahmed also arranged for an English-speaking Guide for me, as it would be impossible to negotiate the narrow streets, lanes and alleyways of the Medina without a Guide. Fortunately, the Medina in Fez does not permit wheeled vehicles of any kind (except small trolleys), which is a great advantage over the equivalent precinct in Marrakech, where you take your life into your hands as the sometimes fast-moving scooters etc. negotiate their way around obstacles such as pedestrians! Fez uses donkeys and mules to transport heavier loads through the streets and laneways of the Medina (beware the manure).

Cons: I did find, however, that the lighting level in my room was a bit too low for functional requirements. My only criticism was that my Guide appeared to be nothing more than a tout for various tourist venues and retail establishments. At every stop, I was passed over to a merchant who started doing a sales pitch. I told the Guide I wasn't really interested in buying tourist souvenirs, but he took no notice (he's probably on a commission).

Pros: Amazing friendly staff. Beautiful riad. Call the staff to help you with your bags and find the location!

Pros: Lovely Riad. Staff friendly. Nice breakfast. Good place to explore the medina from. Easy taxi ride to blue gate

Cons: Twin room in annex was small. Shower small. No chairs. Comfortable beds though

Pros: Traditional design at its best, an amazing hideaway just meters from the center of Fes. Exceptionally hospitality from all staff. Really nice breakfast and dinner in the restaurant next to the pool. I wish I had more days!!!

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Beautiful property, amazing pool and excellent location

Cons: The roof terrace was being refurbished while we were there so were unable to use it.

Pros: Beautiful room, beautiful riad.

Cons: It´s not really a luxury hotel as one might expect, the dinner was just normal. Roof terrace was not accessible.

Pros: Firstly as most Riads in the area, this one was stunning. It was more upscale than others. The air conditioning worked excellent. The property itself is completely clean and tidy. They have multiple room types, depending on what you are looking for. The staff, incredibly considerate and thoughtful. We particularly had most of our interactions with Zakaria who greeted us at check in, was the waiter for all our meals, and just had such a hospitable approach to our stay. We had a phenomenal time. The location was great. Easy, clean and SAFE parking. It in a great location for access to the busy medina. It is very easy to find, not a big trek from parking to the medina itself. Perhaps a 3 minute walk if you're able to get to the right parking. Staff speaks English wonderfully so it's very easy to communicate with them. We will definitely be visiting them again.

Cons: We had a stunning and one of the most prestigious rooms in the Riad. The AC worked excellent, however it sounded like a legit windstorm going on in the room. We were able to sleep through it, but if there was any single thing I would pin point that could have been 'fixed' about our stay, it would be the electrical/engineering of that unit.

Pros: Public rooms, reception, and staff very good. Offered and accepted mint tea very welcoming. Staff care and attention faultless. Food at both lunch, dinner, and breakfast were top class. We ate both lunch and dinner Moroccan style and they were in my view authentically Moroccan ( and tasty) They also provided a local musician by the pool who sings and plays an instrument. I enjoyed it ( it's a successful effort on the riads part)

Cons: Only observation was that the only available twin bed room ( I'm not sleeping with my brother) was high up small with a tired bathroom. We did however sneak a look into one of the suites. Wow. Would have booked if not with my brother.

Pros: This hotel completely exceeded my expectations. It was even better than the photos. I had some of the best food here for my entire time spent in morocco. The hotel staff were so attentive and so friendly, I absolutely love this place and would recommend anyone visiting Fez to stay here. one of the two nights spent here was very entertaining. Whilst my friend and I were enjoying dinner near the pool, people were playing traditional music, doing henna, and a tour group were also enjoying a cooking class run by the hotel. very happy with the experience

Pros: everything was perfect

Cons: Nothing... may be, the fact that my stay was too short !

Pros: Staff was extremely attentive and helpful.

Pros: Courtyard was beautiful and relaxing

Cons: Everything about this experience was horrible. After making a reservation through Kayak, I contacted the Riad directly to check if they can arrange for an extra bed in the room. The Riad said they didn’t have my reservation so I sent along the reservation confirmation I received from Kayak’s partner site. The Riad subsequently responded and said that they didn’t have any rooms so they would accommodate us at Road Myra which was generally in the same location and looked good online so I agreed as long as the same requirements and rates would be honored. The Riad continued to communicate with me about airport transfer etc which lead me to believe that the same owners or management staff manages both the roads. When we got to Riad Myra, it was a horrible experience. At first, they claimed that they didn’t have my reservation, didn’t communicate clearly, didn’t tell us about Riad amenities (we were coming from marrkech and had a wonderful experience at 2 roads here), and proceeded to give us a shitty standard room with such low ceilings that we felt claustrophobic. When I told them that I had booked a suite and absolutely needed it starting next day since our third friend was arriving they said they would move us the next day. Next day, on inquiring about airport transfer for my friend, they acted clueless. Then called the original Riad and proceeded to take over the arrangement . When I asked them to adjust the room price given we didn’t get the suite on first night, the manager, Salma said she would talk to the other Riad. Subsequently Salma avoided all eye contact and communication with me for next 3 days. On the final day she got one of the porters to settle the dues and I requested to speak with her regarding my question. She reluctantly called, spoke to the other Riad on phone (which she had clearly not done before as promised), gave me vague answers and proceeded to charge me 40 € extra per night for my third friend although we had agreed to to 30 € in prior communication on email. Overall I recommend everyone to stay away from road al amine fes and Riad Myra. I urge the management to ensure staff and especially manager, Salma doesn’t ruin the guest experience.

Pros: I spent nearly a month in Morocco staying in numerous love at ions throughout the country, and I can say unequivocally that Riad El Amine Fez was the nicest of all! The staff was welcoming the moment I arrived. The Riad was beautiful and unlike many who have a covering over the courtyard permanently Riad El Amine Fez employed a retractable cover above the courtyard that they were not shy to open up.and enhance the ambiance & magical Moroccan light of this enchanting accommodation. I would be remiss if I didn't also didn't say I had the two finest meals in my entire stay in Morocco! As we say in the US, this wonderful & unexpected home away from home, was a Home Run!!! The staff arranged for an all day trip with my special request for a fluent English speaker in the Middle Atlas Mountains that was simply sublime, and I would express my many thanks to Mustafa for the memories that'll last a lifetime in this magical place that this Riad helped play a significant part!!!

Pros: The riad was great and the location was good since it was in a quieter part of the Medina. Since the riad was in the outer part of the Medina, it was easier to find a parking spot for the car which is great for travellers who are doing a roadtrip through Morocco.

Cons: No credit cards were accepted in the facility

Pros: Very beautiful Moroccan riad with a pool where we enjoyed our bath. Nice and friendly staff,big and clean rooms, great location and sufficient and tasty breakfast!

Cons: Everything was great!

Pros: The Riad was gorgeous and the views from the rooftop of the medina were amazing. Staff was very friendly and helped organize tours for us, and special takeaway breakfast packages.

Cons: The location was to be as expected, in the heart of section in the Medina where a lot of locals live. We had done research so knew to expect the crazy hustle and bustle, but it is still quite an intense experience.

Pros: Staff is really amazing, helpful and friendly!

Cons: There were some cockroaches found on the room (one of the most expensive ones)

Pros: We had a very large room with a separate reading are and a second bedroom with two beds. Private access to the terrace with gorgeous views of Fes. Breakfast was absolutely lovely. Lots of food, fresh and hot

Cons: Amount of smoking inside is almost unbearable. Not used to that in North America

Pros: The room was a great size with a massive bath and upstairs sitting room. The rooftop area was fabulous a great place to drink a glass of wine looking at Fes. The staff were friendly, and competent and took good care of us.

Cons: Smoking in the common inside area - dining area just outside our room.

Pros: The athmosthefere and staff was top notch. The riad is well preserved with beutifull decoration and astonishing terrace with an excellent owericiew of the Medina. All the staff are super friendly and will try to setisfy all your needs.

Cons: More a comment then anything else. The riad is on the far side of Medina, which is a little off the touristic side. Also don't expect a five star hotel expirence with the cleanlines and facility's but an authentic experience.

Cons: The pool / water of the pool was not clean so we didn't feel comfortable to make children play in it.

Pros: If judging by looks alone, it was pretty.

Cons: As soon as we walked in, the staff began pressure-selling us on different experiences for an additional cost — before even giving us a WiFi code or information about breakfast or checkout timing. They described their own city as dangerous (specifically warning us against people who would arrange overpriced tours of Fes — exactly what they offer at the riad). We had to repeatedly insist on wanting to find our own restaurant for dinner instead of taking a hired car to a restaurant of their choosing for a set cost. They sold us a tour of the old medina for 10€ a person, insisting this was the only way to successfully see the old town, but set us up with a guide who barely spoke a full sentence of English and had trouble walking up the cobbled stairs of Fes. The tour didn’t show us anything we couldn’t have found ourselves and led to more pressure selling from the leather salesmen in the famous tanneries. In fact, the tour began with the guide telling us we should bring our credit cards to use at the shops where he’d negotiate prices for us. We ended the tour half way through with awkward resistance. We would understand if we felt there was a genuine desire to help facilitate our sightseeing, but while they were very willing to book a private car to destinations of their choice, they were unwilling to book us a cab to where we wanted to go — even just to the centre of the medina. Instead of giving us any useful information, they tried to scare us off the idea of going outside, telling us repeatedly that we might get “trafficked”. Once we finally convinced them that we could handle ourselves in Fez, we began to enjoy our experience of the city. It’s a real shame that they felt they had to do it down, apparently just to make some extra money in commission. To us it just felt like we were being scammed, and we were relieved to check out.

Pros: Very friendly staff that will help you with everything you need. Riad is beautiful and the roof terrace has a splendid view. Good location and good breakfast!

Cons: No windows in the room so it was hard to ventilate. Showerhead did not function well. Also the bed/pillows were a bit old and not the most comfortable.

Pros: It was a nice and quiet stay at the heart of the Medina. Very friendly staff that helps you with things you need to sort out.

Cons: Bit hard to find, but that's all part of the adventure.

Pros: Everything was great. Simo is very kind and friendly. He came to pick up us at the taxi stop and helped us with the suitcases, even if it was midnight, he welcomed us with a hot and delicious mint tea (and it was not the only one), he suggested an amazing restaurant for the dinner...so he was a great host!

Pros: The stuff was super nice! We wanted to have some extra food to the breakfast so they fixed that. The location was great, just few meters from the souks.

Cons: There was no window in our room which was quite uncomfortable. The room was ok but we would expect more fresh bed sheets. The bathroom was really small and it stinked permanently. As we did not have any window there was difficult to get some fresh air into the room.

Pros: Very central location and walking distance. seemo our host was amazing thank you very much for such an amazing stay and gave such great advice and assistance when traveling! View from terrace was breathtaking

Cons: Parking a bit distant from the hotel

Pros: Simo was really nice and caring. He gave us directions to go around the city and offered and amazing tea all the time. The best was really comfy and the room quite big. Breakfast was really tasty.

Cons: The bathroom was a little bit dirty. The Riad is a bit far from the main touristic part.

Pros: Very typically traditional! Breakfast was good.

Cons: The noise in the morning was loud from both outside and inside the riad. The host could of been more accommodating.

Pros: Gret location, right at the entry to Medina. Cozy and traditional Morrocan style. The best thing was Simu, the gut that works there. He was really helpful.

Pros: Our experience over there began meeting Simo, THE MOST helpful host we have met in Morocco! Room was spacious and clean. Breakfast was good (Moroccan standard). Location is on Place Rcif, few minutes drive from the blue gate but with great access to the market.

Pros: Simo, the young man that runs the riad, is the best host ever. Polite, kind, helpful, we loved him! He took us to the restaurants, to the hammam, he offered us mint tea. Could not thank him enough. Τhe riad is in a perfect location, very close to the old town (medina). The inner courtyard where you can sit and have breakfast is impressive. Very nicely decorated with traditional Moroccan architecture. We had the upper room with internal windows which I think is the best room of the riad. Spacious, beautifully decorated too, just lovely!

Cons: Riads are old houses and they would definitly use a renovation. Also if you think it is not clean enought just tell Simo. He will ask the lady to clean again or change sheets if you are not satisfied. If there are other guests it can be a bit noisy but that is how riads are made. An inner courtyard and rooms around. It is difficult to make sound insulation so I think it is a problem that you will have everywhere.

Pros: Location Friendly staff Facility decor Room was changed to a city view (better than mountain view)

Cons: Rundown Furniture needs upgrade No tomato Juice to make bloody mary's :-)

Pros: Beautiful hotel the scene is amazing hotel is clean smells good friendly staff

Cons: Nothing really

Pros: Beautiful location, breakfast (expensive) and pool.

Cons: Room wasn't ready until 15h15. Electricity plugs broken in the room. Wet carpet in the bathroom. When turning on the air-conditioning, it smelled really bad. Most of the TV channels weren't working. And most important; we had a reservation for a daughter as well (baby bed was normally included) but we didn't receive the bed as mentioned in the confirmation. As we were travelling and had a long journey behind us we hadn't the energy to complain and ask for another room. We just wanted to rest. We received an invoice without any discount, while they already had received all complaints.

Pros: It was nice and set on its own grounds.

Cons: Far from everywhere and you have to walk far to get a taxi or get the hotel to call you one who will then charge you an extortionate price.

Pros: The views from the hotel rooms were great. All rooms face something interesting- Médina, mountains, ruins. The breakfast was good. The room was quite comfortable and very spacious- it has a desk and chair and a massive bed with enough room to walk around.

Cons: Given that it is supposed to be a 5-star hotel, it fell short being a good 5-star instead it was a great 4-star hotel. Few fruits in our room were rotten, the room would have this damp smell after being shut for a few hours. The food at the restaurant wasn’t good, and instead tasted quite bland.

Pros: The Hotel is very clean and well looked after. Loads of staff everywhere maintaining the upkeep of the property at all times. We thought it very well appointed if you don't want to madness of the Medina. It was a 15 minute walk into the Medina (albiet crossing a main road on the way) so you can jump into the craziness quite quickly but a 15 minute walk back and you're next to the pool on a lounger.

Cons: The only thing we'd say is that the hotel is very bland. You could be anywhere in the world really. The usual touristy buffet for breakfast (but hey it's included and its not bad), dodgy night time entertainment that boarders on bad Karaoke (I could sing better), young families and older tourists with bum bags and the pricing is high compared to eating/drinking in the Medina. For what we wanted though (a quiet pool holiday with something interesting to do when we got bored) it fulfilled what we were after.

Pros: The view was very charming.

Cons: The restaurant was not at the level of a 5 star hotel, the service was really low and the food was not good at all.

Pros: Spacious hotel outside Fez. Location outside the crowded and hot medina gives the advantage above a night in a riad in tghe medina. Easy acces.

Cons: The brochure promised traditional Maroc cuisine. Nothing seen of this on the menu.

Pros: we liked everything but the internet is just so bad that it takes more than 25 minuites toopen up a link and does not work atall in the rooms.

Cons: We were only given the buffet food option and would have liked to have been able to have a la carte options, rather than self-service with a coach party

Pros: Superb location overlooking the old city of Fes, good rate, helpful staff, large comfortable room, pleasant terraces and lounges with wonderful views, quiet location away from the hustle and bustle of the city, convenient for old city and new cities, good Moroccan restaurant.

Cons: No heating although the weather was cold (mid November), problem with smell of drains in the first room offered - we had to change, breakfast/dinner in international restaurant mediocre.

Pros: Very comfortable bed. I arrived at the hotel after a late flight and so appreciated the heavy dark curtains to keep out the morning light so I could sleep in a little the first day. Great location at the heart of the Ville Nouvelle. Lively area, but no traffic noise heard in room.

Cons: Liked everything.

Pros: The rooms were huge, clean and the food was OK. The pool is nice, so were the staff.

Cons: They have nothing for the night. No bar, club or disco.

Pros: The hotel is perfectly located for a visit to the city of Fes. It is on the main road, there is a modern shopping mall just 2 minutes’ walk away; and many restaurants and cafes in close proximity.

Cons: The check-in and check-out procedure took quite long each time. I’ve stayed here twice, and had exactly the same experience both times. Make sure you leave at least fifteen minutes for check-out!