The charming Riad Dar Ilham guesthouse is situated just a few kilometres outside Marrakech, on Fes Road next to the palm grove. Menara Airport (Marrakech) is approximately 15 km from the family-friendly spa complex.
The hotel is a building which combines the charm of a traditional Riad and the charm of a villa amidst nature. Away from the glares of the streets, guests enter this property through an alley covered by a pergola, under a cascade of bougainvilleas, leading them to the entrance. At first sight, the architecture is the same as that of a kasbah, but as guests enter into this haven of peace, they are really entering the medina, but with the advantage of fresh air and open space. Opening out onto a beautiful patio full of orange trees, the Riad is faithful to its traditional structure where all the rooms face towards the fountain, the house's central point. The hotel offers an airport transfer service, babysitting service, a bar, beauty salon/hairdresser, a concierge service, conference facilities and an on-call doctor. With just 4 rooms in total, this intimate air-conditioned guesthouse also offers guests a lobby with 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, a cloakroom, Wifi Internet access, a laundry service, library, car park and garage and a restaurant. There is also a games room, children's playground and bicycle hire service (fees apply).
The rooms are comfortably equipped with cable TV, a hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and minibar. Non-smokers can request special non-smoking rooms. Each room features an en suite bathroom with shower and bathtub, a double or king-size bed, radio, Internet access, an in-room safe, washing machine, ironing set and individually regulated air conditioning and heating. Guests may also relax on their private balcony or terrace.
Guests can inquire about spa and massage treatment options at the hotel. The hotel's heated outdoor swimming pool with children's swimming area is a great place for guests to prove their stamina and keep fit. There is also a poolside snack bar and sun terrace with sun loungers and parasols. Guests may use the hotel's rental bicycles to get to know the surrounding area. The hotel also has a steam room and solarium available for guests to use at any time. The guesthouse is less than 15 minutes from several golf courses.
In the restaurant which includes facilities for eating outdoors and a bistro, the resident chef looks forward to receiving guests with a menu of Moroccan tajines and couscous, which also caters for vegetarians and those with diabetes. While away the evening in the pleasant company of other hotel guests in the hotel bar. A continental breakfast is served each morning while set menu and a la carte options are available for lunch and dinner. |