Here's a rundown on the types of acommodation you can expect to find in Morocco...
Budget
Busget acommodation in Morocco - there's lots of choices, but finding the right budget acommodation can be very demanding. Naturally, due to the economic difference between Morocco and Europe, for most, even the smartest places are very affordable. However, in true backpacker and independant traveler style, let's try and save some money!
And why not, if your looking for real backpacker acommodation with the feel of a hostel where you get to meet everyone instead of just being a room number, then you'll be up for some budget hotels in Marrakech...
There's budget hotels and budget hotels in morocco. The hard part is trying to find the good ones. In a marrakesh hotel, you can expect to pay anything from 160 Dirham (16 euro) per night, per person for a private room, usually with breakfast and ensuite bathroom. The budget hotel will usually be clean and safe. Usually, in your typical hotel Marrakech or, as the french would put it... hotel en marrakesh.. the rule goes that the more people that stay in a room, the cheaper the per person rate. You should also consider what else is included in a private room rate for hotels in Morocco.
A Marrakech Riad is a typical consideration those considering hotels in marrakech (particularly hotel *** marrakech) 3 star hotels seem to be a popular criteria for those that are needing hotel acommodation. If your looking for some comfort (perhaps a romantic break) then a Riad marrakech or, as the illiterate call it (ryad marrakech) may be just what your looking for. Ensuite bathrooms, breakfast, air conditioning, room safes are typical of the services you will find in marrakech riads and riads in Morocco.
Rates for Riads in marrakech can usually start at about 200 dirham per person, per night - check whats included and look at some photos of the riad before booking. A great example of a good location riad marrakech would be Riad Rahba marrakech. Check out the listing on this site for more details!

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The hotel Riad Rahba, is situated adjacent to the Djemaa El Fna ( The main square in the Medina of Marrakech) - The world famous Marrakech Bazzar.
The Rahba offers a traditional Moroccan atmosphere combined with the comforts of a modern Hotel.
The rooms are fresh, well presented, comfortable and are equipped with air conditioning.
All rooms have modern ensuite bathroom facilities for your comfort and privacy.
The Riad, as is traditional, centers around an internal courtyard with an open roof. There is also a covered area within this centre where guests cam emjoy our Salon De The serving Minty tea, Hubbly Bubbly and Cafe. An ideal place to relax and socialize after a full day in the busy streets of Marrakech.
The Riad also has a rooftop terrace, from which views of the happenings in the square and the Atlas mountains can be enjoyed.
The staff at this family run Riad are at your service to ensure that your stay meets your requirements.
Being located centrally in Marrakech, all the main tourist sites are easily accessible for you to enjoy.
All of our rooms and rates include:
Special offer for hostel-marrakech clients: Enjoy the atmosphere and evening at Number 1 in the square! Here at hostel-marrakech.co.uk we have negotiated a special deal for Riad Rahba guests Our offer includes: * Entree of a choice of fish or meat or vegetarian option dishes together with salad and fresh bread. * Main course of a choice of fish, - including Prawns and Calamari - or meat - including Chicken and kebab dishes - or a range of Cous Cous dishes or a vegetarian platter together with vegeatables and fresh bread and dips. *Mint tea and a soft drink of your choice All of this for a special backpacker price of only 50 dirham per person (around 4 euro or £3!) |

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Do you have painting & decorating skills?
Are you available in January?
Do you want free accomodation in Marrakech?
In return for helping us paint & decorate our new backpackers hostels in Marrakech, we will provide you with free accomodation at the Rahba & breakfast & evening meal whilst you stay with us.
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