We have just returned from four nights at the Riad Jonan. A really lovely, quiet place to stay. This was our first trip to anywhere like Marrakech and way out of my comfort zone so had really done our homework on riads, areas etc. and thus decided on Riad Jonan from reviews read on TA. We were not let down! Super, authentic, tastefully decorated en-suite rooms with comfortable, clean beds. Great roof terrace to sit during the day if the sun is shining or at night when it becomes very atmospheric with the lighting. Brilliant position - felt very safe walking back after eating in the hectic, lively square of an evening. Very helpful staff - nothing too much trouble. We had pre-booked a meal in the riad for our first night which was superb and is a really good idea. This set us up ready to hit Marrakech with gusto the next morning with the help of a guide (who was brilliant) who had been organised by Hassan for us. Cannot compare the riad with any other as this was our first time here but we were very, very happy there and happily recommend it to anyone going to Marrakech.

Hassan and the staff couldn't be more helpful and knowlegable. The riad is just 8 - 10 minutes from the main square filled with snake charmers, bowls of old teeth, horse and carts, mad mopeds and lively acrobats. It is also very close to The Tombs and two palaces. Plenty to see and do. Food is very good and breakfast's not too large but good quality.The room was smallish but ok.A lovely roof gardens for a relaxing beer or the competent Moroccan wine. You quickly get used to the cockerel next door and the erratic water system, That's just the character of Marrakech. It's the ideal base for trips to the Sahara, the coast and only 10 minutes from the airport. You will get a flavour as to what is happening on the street but still have the benefits of this safe haven.

My boyfriend and I arrived here very early on a Sunday morning after a stressful journey (hungover, didnt set the alarm, nearly missed our flight which was then very hot with people fainting all over the place) greeted by a taxi driver waiting to take us straight to our riad at which we were then looked after from the word go. Hussain took our bags, gave us fresh coffee and went trough a map of the local area with us with suggestions of where to eat and the deal with taxis etc.. very helpful. Our room was gorgeous.. not the one we booked on line but better i think! Right next to the plunge pool. There is free wifi in the riad but that only works in the communal areas and not your room which was a bit of the shame but we spent most of our time at the riad on the roof terrace anyway. Breakfast was served there (which was amazing.. their coffee is the best I had in Marrakesh!!) and we watched a movie on the ipad one evening up there. The snack menu could possibly be improved with a few more lighter options but i enjoyed everything we ate there.
I would definitely stay here again if i were to return to Marrakesh.

Fanfastic stay at this traditional riad, Hassan and his staff made our stay complete. Nothing was to much trouble from arranging our trips, taxi`s and restaurants. Our evening in for our home cooked moroccon meal was fantastic.
But be prepared...... go to this very tradition hotel and enjoy but, the thrill is to throw youself into the excitment of the souks and square; meet the people, haggle in the markets and just enjoy the experience and atmosphere.
Thank you Hassan. Thank you people of Morocco. We will be back
Dave and Joan Stroh