Riad Blanc

Riad Blanc, the white riad, takes its name from the colour that defines its serene, whitewashed walls and delicate, wrought-iron balconies. Directly across the road from Riad Si Said, Riad Blanc invites life at a gentler pace, set to the movement of the sun across the sky.

Stepping over the threshold, you’re washed by a wave of tranquility. Time seems to be all-but suspended.

Andalucían and Moorish influences seen across Marrakesh are particularly in evidence in the riad’s elegant, elongated arches and intricate latticework. Furnishings are simple, the spaces uncluttered.

Open a carved soft-turquoise shutter to see the sky framed above, the sun flooding into your room or the stars flickering from afar. On warm days, the shimmering plunge pool invites a refreshing dip in the lush courtyard, or you can ascend to the comfort of a lounger on the rooftop terrace to bask in the peace and quiet, nothing but the odd passing cloud as a distraction.

In the morning, steal a glimpse inside the pastry kitchen to relish the sweet aroma of freshly made pastries, crafted with care by local female chefs.

When dusk falls, retreat to the serenity of your room, softly lit and uniquely furnished with intricately woodworked Moroccan tables and handcrafted silk textiles. Steal one last glance outside before retiring for the night, admiring the kaleidoscopic shadows cast by the stained-glass lamps.

As you soak up the magical ambiance of Riad Blanc, the city becomes just a faint memory beyond the walls, your adventures waiting to be rekindled tomorrow.