On reading the mixed reviews I started to doubt if we had booked the right place.Even more so when on arriving on a dark rainy night the taxi driver turned...

On reading the mixed reviews I started to doubt if we had booked the right place.Even more so when on arriving on a dark rainy night the taxi driver turned down a dark unlit track.It was the stuff of holiday nightmares you read about.....but then......Welcome welcome welcome. The hosts are simply wonderful. The cook had gone by the time we arrived but no problem, two omelettes were cooked and served with mint tea.Our room was a little quirky but nice. At this point I will say if you're after 5* marriott type rooms then go into the city and pay the extra. Don't complain if a rural riad is more basic than you hoped.For us though the tranquility and beauty of the place with views of snow capped atlas mountains was great.Unfortunately late October saw a lot of rain but we got a couple of relaxing days by the pool in the sunshine and a couple of days exploring the city.The hotel lays on a free bus. Sometimes its a little late but its FREE so very much appreciated and handy.Breakfast is a little repetitive but there's enough choice on the dinner menu and the chicken tagine is just fantastic.We were offered the change to rooms when here to one with a roof terrace. They even put a fridge in so we could chill the wine we bought in the supermarket. To all the staff here, we can only say thank you for your friendliness, help and welcome.

I booked this hotel with a little anxiety due to reviews. But wanted somewhere that was more of a home than a hotel. A safe environment for my children....

I booked this hotel with a little anxiety due to reviews. But wanted somewhere that was more of a home than a hotel. A safe environment for my children. Away from the city. The bad reviews made me anxious but also reduced my expectations. When we arrived we were exhausted (thanks to Ryanair’s lovely timetable) we were met by Khalid who explained the city and gave us mint tea. We were taken to the villa side of the Riad we loved it. But for me as a parent who travels alone with 3 kids and knows that at times we aren’t all going to be at the pool or in the room it wasn’t working, I wasn’t comfortable with letting my kids return to the villa while I was by the pool or pop back to rest away from the sun etc, The opportunity came up to move to the main building which was perfect. The room was small but it’s a place to sleep no more! The shower was fine and the bed linen was changed daily and clean towels the cleaning ladies are lovely and kind and helpful. The food service is slow my advice is order an hour before you think you will eat and you will be fine. The food is lovely and fresh. We stayed 10 days and I ate salads for most of the time! Mainly as they were delicious and I can never be bothered to make that for just myself! The pool is huge and heats up as the sun warms it through the day. Sunbeds are plenty although you may miss out if you are going out for the day! The shuttle trips are great. Again just the right times so you aren’t rushing but out early enough and back in time to cool off and have dinner. WiFi major issue for my family! And myself! Works perfectly in the foyer I had to occasionally take calls or do emails I found I could only make/do these ok the foyer. The staff make this place they are fantastic with children and made us all feel like family. We will return. It was a pleasure thank you all so much! And if you are lucky you will like us, meet lovely people we were so lucky with other guests it felt like a little community each day with sharing our trips and tips and fun! Make sure you go onto the roof to watch the sunsets!

The views were amazing, they opened a new villa across the street, with larger rooms and another pool. Food is great. A/C in every room, plus a fireplace...

The views were amazing, they opened a new villa across the street, with larger rooms and another pool. Food is great. A/C in every room, plus a fireplace in the dining room. The staff spoke many languages so there wouldn't be a problem communicating.

I travelled to Marakesh alone with my teenage son and baby. I stayed at the Riad Qodwa for 10 nights and was made to feel safe, welcome and very well looked...

I travelled to Marakesh alone with my teenage son and baby. I stayed at the Riad Qodwa for 10 nights and was made to feel safe, welcome and very well looked after.Khalid and his team are happy to help in anyway they can; they serve a good variety of tasty food (both traditional dishes like meat & couscous and tagines, as well as burgers, pizza etc) and drinks throughout the day and night and work to ensure your comfort throughout your stay.The Riad itself is cosy and kept extremely clean by the lovely cleaning ladies, who came into my suite daily to change our bed linen and mop the whole room & bathroom.You can enjoy your complementary breakfast out by the pool in the well kept gardens, with stunning views of the Atlas mountains. Then at night when things turn cooler, have your dinner in the dining room by a cosy open-fire - it was all just lovely!The Riad provides a free shuttle bus in and out of Marakesh at set times of the day, but the staff can also recommend reliable Taxi drivers in case you wish to go out/return at a different time. Khalid issues guests with a tourist map of Marakesh, including all the local sights and attractions. The Riad also organises a range of excursions at an extra cost, but I found the prices to be extremely good value.Overall it was a wonderful holiday at an incredibly good price and we hope to return again soon!

Me and my partner stayed here for 4 nights. Fab place, very welcoming, staff make you feel at home. Riad is about 25 mins from the centre of Marrakech...

Me and my partner stayed here for 4 nights. Fab place, very welcoming, staff make you feel at home. Riad is about 25 mins from the centre of Marrakech and there is only a small local shop/cafe within walking distance. Great to be out of the hustle and bustle of the city though. Staff spoke many different languages, free shuttle bus to Marrakech and back, free airport runs. Only downfall was no alcohol available although they were happy to let us bring duty free drinks in which we picked up at the airport. Very basic hotel although you see more Morrocan culture here and the staff couldn't do enough to help us. Very cheap trips arranged here too, often private.

My wife and I stayed at Riad Qodwa for a week (22-29 December). Situated about 20 minutes' drive from Jemaa El Fna Place, this oasis of peace and calm...

My wife and I stayed at Riad Qodwa for a week (22-29 December). Situated about 20 minutes' drive from Jemaa El Fna Place, this oasis of peace and calm has a huge courtyard with a large, well-maintained swimming pool in the middle. Orange, citrus, pomegranate, olive and rosemary trees adorn the place. Beautiful peacocks roam freely during the day. Moush, the resident kitty is so cute!We felt really pampered by the staff of Riad Qodwa. Khalid, the manager, will pull all the stops to cater to the needs of the residents. He even got us some scrumptious home-made harissa which we took back to London. Abdussamad, the waiter, always had a smile on his face. Hamide, another waiter, was so helpful. Shenaz and I LOVE the freshly-squeezed orange juice. DIVINE! The traditional Moroccan dishes on the menu were scrumptious, too.Riad Qodwa always provides a free shuttle service to and from Marrakech city centre twice a day by Yusuf, the driver. All trips can be arranged with Khalid. The trip to Ourika Valley has to be our most memorable trip. Seeing is believing! Thank you, Riad Qodwa! We miss you guys and will certainly return.

The hotel itself is very nice and clean. It is placed in a peaceful location with the mountains’ view. At night you can see the Milky Way. You can pick...

The hotel itself is very nice and clean. It is placed in a peaceful location with the mountains’ view. At night you can see the Milky Way. You can pick the fruits straight from the trees such as lemons and oranges which are really delicious. Peacocks are everywhere making this place even more like paradise. The water in the swimming pool is very clean. The food is typical Marrokan and every day it is something different. The service is professional especially Mr Khalid. The hotel has a Very friendly atmosphere. The staff is always willing to help and advice you about anything essential that you need to know such as the lower price for offered goods in Marrakesh. Transport to the city, airport etc is for free. This hotel also organises trips to beautiful places such as Atlas Mountains. So you don’t have to worry about anything. I highly recommend it

We decided to book a week here in May for a chance to relax and that's exactly what we did. This riad is so very typically Moroccan a very tranquil place...

We decided to book a week here in May for a chance to relax and that's exactly what we did. This riad is so very typically Moroccan a very tranquil place to relax. We had a fantastic week here the staff were very helpful at all times and couldn't do enough for us. The food is out of this world, yes you have to order in advance as it is all freshly prepared for you and very tasty. We enjoyed our stay so much we are looking to book again next year