I am basking in the Riad Ilayka's charming courtyard sipping on delicious moroccan mint tea. I think I see the butler approaching with sinfully exceptional amuse-bouches. I sit here and I feel in true heaven, the background music sensually drifting me to sleep. My favorite part of this Riad has to be the decor, the attention to detail is truly incredible. Each room is a treasure, waiting to burst out of the seams. The staff has not once stopped smiling. My every whim has been attended to in the most gracious of manners. The food is truly exceptional. The burst of flavors remains on my palette, each ingredient in perfect harmony with the other. In fact, we can take very instructive as well as diverting cooking classes here. Finally, it is situated in the heart of Marrakech's most happening area. Which is why when after a day of treading all over the city, this Riad is the perfect cutoff. The minute the main gate opens we are trust into the most beautiful, calm and serene space. Trust me when I say you'll never want to leave.

In the heart of the Souk, all you hear at night is the whisper of the air conditioning. The top observation tower is a perfect place to share a bottle of wine and watch the sun go down over the rooftops.
The service is fantastic, we found the alleyways of the souks outside the door crazy but safe to wander around in. The hotel will happily guide you and insist you phone up if to be collected if lost . The meals are out of this world, we read Morocco has small breakfasts, not here, it was enormous and the evening meal far superior to any restaurant we tried, we were made to feel very special, an honored guest, thank you for the unforgettable experience.