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Riad Shanima & Spa

4.0 star property
Riad with a full-service spa, near Jemaa el-Fnaa

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Indoor pool, sun loungers
2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds
Lobby
Property entrance
Garden
In the heart of Marrakech, Riad Shanima & Spa offers a serene retreat with an indoor pool, sun-kissed terrace, and rejuvenating spa treatments. Indulge in continental breakfast or Moroccan cuisine at the on-site restaurant while enjoying shopping and a coffee shop/cafe.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Senior Suite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Junior Suite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Exclusive Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Exclusive Suite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
175 Derb arset aouzal, Bab Doukkala, Marrakech, Marrakech, 40000

What's nearby

  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Koutoubia Mosque - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Le Grand Casino de La Mamounia - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Marrakech Plaza - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Majorelle Garden - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Marrakech Central Station - 4 min drive
  • Menara Airport (RAK) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Safran By Koya - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Rooftop Terrace - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dar Moha Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Les Jardins Du Lotus - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bacha Coffee Room & Boutique - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Riad Shanima & Spa

Upscale riad near Jemaa el-Fnaa
Located close to Le Grand Casino de La Mamounia and Majorelle Garden, Riad Shanima & Spa provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and shopping on site. Indulge in a sports massage, a body treatment, and a body scrub at the onsite spa. The on-site Moroccan cuisine fine-dining restaurant, SHANIMA & SPA, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and kids' meals. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), massage treatment rooms, and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like pillow menus and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Select Comfort beds and down comforters
  • Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 20; reservation required
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • SHANIMA & SPA

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2011
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.71 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per room (roundtrip)
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 20
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Riad Shanima Marrakech
Riad Shanima
Shanima Marrakech
Shanima
Riad Shanima & Spa Riad
Riad Shanima & Spa Marrakech
Riad Shanima & Spa Riad Marrakech

Frequently asked questions

Does Riad Shanima & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Riad Shanima & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Riad Shanima & Spa?

Riad Shanima & Spa doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Riad Shanima & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riad Shanima & Spa?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Riad Shanima & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 40 per room applies.

Where is Riad Shanima & Spa located?

Located in Medina, this spa riad is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ensemble Artisanal, Jemaa el-Fnaa, and Majorelle Garden. Bab Doukkala Mosque and Dar el Bacha Palace are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Riad Shanima & Spa Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 141 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would highly recommend staying at Riad Shanima, everything was perfect. The decor is gorgeous and super clean
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, the riad was peaceful and comfortable with excellent staff and service and in a very central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma Y

Liked: Amenities
Outstanding service a very nice place, fully recommend, you have to walk a little bit to get there but it is worth it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful, staff were very accommodating. They went above and beyond to look after us. Clean and comfortable. Riad is situated in a good location easy assessable to the Medina and to all attractions. The Manager Asma was extremely helpful along with her staff. Fantastic stay and would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a lovely little oasis. The staff, especially Asma and Jaleel, is incredible. The pool and the rooftop patio are really nice. I would often go for a swim then have a drink on the rooftop patio every evening before dinner. The rooms are very nice and clean. Lovely breakfast and great coffee.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredibly helpful. They assisted with rides, tours, and anything we needed. They even anticipated our needs. The riad is super clean, the hammam and massage services are excellent and the food is delicious! Thank you Asma, Abil & team. You made our stay so wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daorueng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The team at the Riad could not have been more helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Dorothy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Super clean. Beautifully decorated with traditional Moroccan decor but with modern amenities. Our room size was abundant. The beds were comfortable. Our room was noisy bc the room we had had a lot of glass. Staff were very accommodating and hospitable. We had a driver waiting for us from the airport that was organized through the riad and they were fantastic. They waited for us a really long time for us to pass through security and customs. The included breakfasts were ok. Very basic continental breakfast. No eggs unless you order them and pay for it. The pool was nice for quick dip to cool off in (not heated) 2 nights is more than enough time to stay in the Medina. If you are looking for a Riad experience inside the Medina, I would recommend them.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When first contacting the property Asma arranged everything to ensure our proper arrival, she followed through from arrival, since the driver could only come through the road and there is little side walk she arranged for hotel staff to meet us. Adil was happily waiting for us, he was very kind throughout our stay and we were little sad we did not get a chance to say bye. Jalil was also amazing a very helpful, the whole staff gave us tips on how to have an enjoyable trip, safety tips since it was only me and my sister. We regretted having two bookings since would have loved to stay there for longer. It’s quiet and you really get to experience The true genuine of Moroccan culture, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure it. We will truly recommend anyone looking for a genuine and true family type of stay to book them. Place was impeccable clean, food delicious and fresh. The whole place decor is top notched. We pre booked a second stay with another location after this and Asma ensured we were shuttled properly with the second stay and someone could greet us since many Riads within the medina require walking, she arranged everything between driver and second Riad, even though she did not have to. In comparison with a 5 star Riad (Second booking) we cab truly say it’s not close to the service provided by this property, we felt they truly cared for us and we can see the difference with service. Do not think twice book this.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

POUJOL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superbe séjour !!

Parfait : Riad magnifique et confortable/très propre/Personnel très sympathique et aux petits soins/ Soins du Spa très pro/ repas et petits déjeuners très bien/ très bon emplacement dans la Médina . Nous reviendrons...
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicketta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my time at the riad. It was very clean, the people super friendly and just an 8 minute walk from the square. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

ARTURO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bellissimo Riad. Pulizia e servizi eccellenti.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best Riad of Morocco ❤️

THE perfect Hotel for any type of vacation!! In love with this Place ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing they made you like family and special from the moment we got off the plane and met our amazing driver i will come back one day and i highly recommend this place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sahima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Merveilleux séjour

Nous avons passé un séjour exceptionnel dans ce Riad. Le personnel a été aux petits soins pour nous. C’était la première fois dans un Riad, expérience à renouveler. Merci à toute l’équipe 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Place to stay!

Thank you to Asme; for the amazing stay. Honestly everything was well executed all the way to a point when we had to leave. Honestly I miss the atmosphere. I miss the staff. I miss Jalil, he catered to all our needs. If you want a place that will make you not only feel safe but also help plan your trip in Marrakesh. This is the place to pick. I not only felt safe as two women traveling but; also felt like on a vacation. -Yullz
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and helpful staff, very eager to make your stay special. Nice, authentic and very clean premises. We loved spending our time and look forward to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yuri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Stay in Marrakesh

Amazing experience at the Riad! The team all the difference in our trip. They were so kind and keen to help at all times! Asma took great care of us and the whole staff was extremely helpful. The breakfast is brilliant and they change a little bit everyday for you to enjoy all the Moroccan flavours. Thanks for everything and definitely coming back! PS: We recommend getting the transfer from the airport, even more if you arriving after sunset. The narrow roads can be quite daunting for the first comers.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service impeccable, hygiène au top. La chambre est rangée tout les jours avec soin.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay

Amazing stay. Beautiful Riad in a great location - very near the main square and souks but very tranquil. Asma and her team an absolute delight and couldn’t do enough to ensure a pleasant stay. Arrived in the evening so had dinner in the Riad - traditional Moroccan food - reasonably priced and wine available if desired. Breakfast was fab and an excellent start to hectic days in the square and souks. Looking forward to returning in the future ........
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dennis, Ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Medina. Very good breakfast. Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Personeel zeer vriendelijk. Netheid uitstekend. Aangeboden trips zeer goed. Ontbijt zeer basic. Wil je een eitje of kaas/hesp moet je bijbetalen. Het zwembad op de website is nog onder constructie.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emanuele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Natale a Marrakesh

Oasi di pace e tranquillita' nella medina, vicina alla piazza principale. Ci si arriva solo a piedi passando per strade strette e un po' incasinate. Servizio molto attento e cordiale. Ottima colazione
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing!

An incredible stay at this Riad. The staff were exceptional and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable. Special thanks to Jalil and Adil for everything. It is located on a quiet road just off the Medina - a perfect location for exploring Marrakech. The rooms are perfectly clean and the breakfast is brilliant. Would recommend to everyone!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Riad Perfetto

Un Riad meraviglioso con un ottimo personale molto gentile e pronto a soddisfare ogni esigenza. Ottimo con bambini piccoli non distante dalla piazza principale di Marrachesh. Ma la cosa principale la pulizzia, davvero impeccabile. Lo consiglio assolutamente:-)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

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