I to come backwas concerned about Marrakesh and Morocco in general. What a surprise to check into this small jewel of a Riad, walkable into great shopping in the souks, The manager, Pierre greeted us with mint tea and asked after we saw our sumptuous room (we were upgraded complimentary) if he could give us a 20 minute walk of our new neighborhood. We did, we felt safe, welcome and after 4 days, we checked into another hotel and called and begged to come back-Pierre found us a room. Our morning breakfasts were on the rooftop in a covered banquette with great smiles and service. We took hundreds of photos of the large storks nesting in the roof across the street. A definite place to return to. While there are more expensive places in town, this was is a great value and a gem. Thanks-would highly recommend it for couples.

This was our first trip to Marrakech and I would definitely recommend this riad. From the moment we walked in the door, Pierre and his staff were extremely attentive and helpful. We were a little unsure of our surroundings when we first arrived, but we were assured that the area is safe and there were plenty of guided tours and activities to help us along the way. I highly recommend the personal guided tour. We never would have seen so much without our fabulous tour guide, Omar (booked direct through the hotel). There are a lot of windy streets and pathways, so it would be easy to get lost without a tour guide. The cooking class was also a lot of fun and gave us an opportunity to pick out some of the best spices to take home with us. The riad itself is just beautiful. Each room is meticulously decorated, exceptionally clean and full of delicious aromas, either from the cooking, the hammam, or the fresh air and flowers on the roof deck. We loved this place and the staff so much we probably spent more time there than exploring other parts of Marrakech. Enjoy!!

This review is long overdue as I was a guest at the riad Dec.09-Jan 10, but I will be returning to Marrakech in a few weeks and my lovely memories of an unforgettable property prompted this quick note.

I love the contrast between the dusty, hectic, unattractive street and the cool, calm luxury within...what a sensation each time you arrive. Everyone was nice and helpful. The food was lovely. The rooms, romantic. The bath, divine. We had a hamman twice, because once was certainly not enough. In short, this glorious riad is a big part of why I love Marrakech and cannot wait to return !!

Outstanding service has become such a rarity nowadays...so it is such a pleasure when you are treated to true service by individuals that "believe and approach it as an art versus a job". My most sincere thanks to Pierre and his wonderful team for creating an amazing home, away from home. Their warm ability to make you feel as if every touch, word and action was personalized especially for you...is a beautiful talent that I treasured. Morocco was my 43rd country visit and I can't imagine a riad experience in Marrakech that could possibly be more magical than...Dar Les Cigognes! Everything that others wrote about the rooftop terrace, the unbelievable cooking class, the remarkable staff...is all true. Your expectations will be exceeded...stay there and see for yourself. My last 3 days and nights in Morocco were the most special of all because of Dar Les Cigognes!!!