I second all the great things that have been said about Riad Argan. Thanks Francoise and Bernard for making our stay in Marrakech so wonderful. Truly attentive and friendly staff in a clean and homey setting. We loved the rooftop and the warm sun during the day. It is close to everything, and Francoise's orientation is perfect. Breakfast was delicious and tailored for us (strong coffee with hot milk), and they even arranged lunch for us on the rooftop one day when we didn't feel like going out.

The Riad Argan deserves the superlatives heaped upon it by others: great location, safe, clean, and a warm, friendly and helpful staff. My wife and I loved everything about it. You will not likely regret Francoise's advice on things to see and do –all were worthwhile and all within a reasonable walk even for this elderly guy. Refreshments on the rooftop were welcome and oh yes, and do consider dinner at the Argan.
What made our stay at the Argan all the more worthwhile was the not entirely anticipated adventure of staying in the medina. One surprise, for example, was that what appears on a map as a road leading from the Argan to Jemaa El-Fna is in reality a cobblestone walkway, varying from perhaps 8 to 12 feet wide. Pedestrian traffic mixes with bicycles and motorbikes --which sometimes move with lightning speed. With all sorts of things for sale spilling out of the innumerable shops along the way, the walkway may narrow to no more than 5-6 feet. Pedestrians sort of watch out for the wheeled vehicles and drivers sort of watch out for pedestrians; same thing for the souks and the Fna. If there are rules for pedestrian and all other traffic, they seem to be at best informal. It’s crazy, but somehow it works. Go, enjoy the Argan where Francois will get you oriented to the medina, and you’ll have an experience you won’t forget.

Second Xmas at Riad Argan for us....and we have promised not to wait a whole other year before returning!
If you are thinking about visiting Marrakech, this is the place to stay...steps away from the best lunch cafe, and minutes from the best roof top bar and the best Italian Moroccan restaurant of the city.

In Marrakesh on business and decided to skip the typical business hub hotels. Wanted to experience the atmosphere of this bustling city. Great decision. From the time we arrived to the moment we left Francoise and Bernard made us feel as if we were the only guests they were concerned about and did everything to make our stay a wonderful experience. I cannot recommend this hotel highly enough!!!