Dar El Bali  

In the heart of Fes El Bali, this intimate riad sits steps from Medersa Bou-Inania and the Water Clock. A short walk brings you to the Blue Gate (Bab Boujloud), Nejjarine Square, the tanneries and Der Batha Museum. Fes–Saiss Airport (FEZ) is about 17.7 km away.

Housed in a restored 1905 Fassie house, Dar El Bali has just five individually decorated bedrooms and suites for a quiet stay. Expect Moroccan living-room charm, warm/cold air conditioning in each bedroom, extra heating, hair dryers, safes and blackout drapes; cribs can be arranged. Take the stairs up to the rooftop terrace and solarium for city views, and book an onsite massage to unwind.

Standout features include a rooftop terrace and solarium, a cozy Moroccan lounge, a small library and concierge/tour desk to book medina walks. Complimentary Wi‑Fi is available in common areas and rooms offer high-speed wired internet. Practical comforts include 24-hour reception, luggage storage, laundry/dry cleaning, luggage storage, a parking zone and a roundtrip airport shuttle and train pick-up service for a surcharge.

Complimentary high-speed wired internet is available; the riad also offers express check-in/check-out, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk. Train station pick-up and airport shuttle services are available for a surcharge.

A small on-site restaurant serves traditional Moroccan meals prepared by the house cook using market-fresh ingredients. A Moroccan/continental breakfast is included and served daily (breakfast hours noted as 8:30–10:00), with bread, cheese, pancakes and homemade jam on the menu.