My recent trip to MARRAKECH will be one of the most memorable for a long time to come.......RIAD QODWA is one of the most TRANQUIL /SERENTISED hotel/locations...

My recent trip to MARRAKECH will be one of the most memorable for a long time to come.......RIAD QODWA is one of the most TRANQUIL /SERENTISED hotel/locations I have had the pleasure to visit in a long time....out standing staff members...and management....so kind and careing....constantly working to comply with all guests needs...24/7.....khalid ..the manager..could not have made me feel any more welcome and comfortable than I already was...the SUPER enclosed surroundings of the ATLAS MOUNTAINS simply adds to the peaceful ambience of the Moroccan charm.....(SHALL MISS MARRAKECH DEEPLY).....Great location..with a free bus shuttle twice a day to MARRAKECH it's self...only 30 mins drive.....and the experiences driving there make the journey all the more worth it .

My friend and I stayed at Quodwa from December the 18th 2017. We were due to stay 10 days but liked it so much we extended our stay for another week with...

My friend and I stayed at Quodwa from December the 18th 2017. We were due to stay 10 days but liked it so much we extended our stay for another week with Khalid, the manager. The hotel is in a quiet tranquil spot about half an hour from the main square in Marrakech which was perfect as we found Marrakech itself interesting and culturally eye opening but tiring. The hotel offers a reliable shuttle service to Marrakech twice a day for free. We were greeted with fresh orange juice on arrival and the reception of the staff was exemplary and continued throughout our stay. By the end of 16 days we regarded them as close friends! Everyone working here is so friendly and Khalid in particular goes above and beyond to make your holiday comfortable and memorable. The hotel grounds are beautiful and home lots of peacocks and a gorgeous resident cat who we named tiddles but im pretty sure this isnt her name! The pool was beautiful but unfortunately too cold to swim in at this time of year. We went to the ouzud waterfall and essouria from the hotel and these trips went smoothly and were well worth it. Staff are always happy to give advice and warn you about prices to pay, for example, how much taxi journeys should be in Marrakech. The breakfast is set each day but is plentiful and every meal we had was lovely..my favourite was the lemon and olive tagine with yellow vegetable rice. Thanks to everyone here for a once in a lifetime Christmas and New year 2017. A particularly unforgettable experience was my soap scrub and massage in the newly opened hammam close by organised by the hotel. I am looking forward to returning in September to Qodwa and exploring the Sahara. If you stay here don't forget to look up at the stars, so beautiful!

I spent 7 nights in Riad Qodwa and enjoyed my stay completeley. Very beautiful garden area with a nice swimmingpool - a quiet and peaceful location with...

I spent 7 nights in Riad Qodwa and enjoyed my stay completeley. Very beautiful garden area with a nice swimmingpool - a quiet and peaceful location with a beautiful view on the atlas mountains. The whole staff is very friendly, helpful and competent. The Riad is clean and tidy. The outdoor area offers plenty of room to sit comfortable and quiet. Perfect for me to combine work with holiday. There is also a free shuttle service provided by the Riad to Marrakech. Good price performance ratio.I will certainly come back!

The Riad is Moroccan style with Moroccan ways. It does not cater for any particular nationality. When we stayed there 2 weeks ago there were Afganastans,...

The Riad is Moroccan style with Moroccan ways. It does not cater for any particular nationality. When we stayed there 2 weeks ago there were Afganastans, German, Austrian, Danish, Dutch, French Columbian-Germans and British. We were all treated the same - although sometimes language was a barrier. The food was Moroccan, so please don't expect bacon and egss, fish and chipsWhat was best? The willingness of the staff to help, and the wonderful time spent chatting to other guests. Pool area was being renovated so will be different from photosRooms were sufficient and in Moroccan styleWater and air conditioning were temperamental, but staff were quick to assist with difficultiesFood menu was limited but excellent. It was cooked to order so it took time to arrive. Riad is out of town - free shuttles helped, and manager would always order taxis - half the cost of those charged from townThe weather was unusually cold and wet, but fires were lit and extra blankets providedIt is what it says on the internet, be prepared to be out of town with limited resources available. The staff will help with usual trips - cheaper than on internet. many guests used them and were happy with theseIt is a place to relax, unwind, read and chat to other guestsWould I go there again. For us, yes. It will not suit everyone, so please read information carefully and then decide. For some, a few days may be enough

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

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.

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.