Riad Lalla Azalay
A Marrakesh riad with a pool, a kitchen, and a 9.2/10 rating.
A place to stay in Marrakesh
Riad Lalla Azalay is a three-star hotel in Marrakesh, Morocco. It has an outdoor swimming pool, an on-site restaurant, a terrace with sun deck, and on-site parking — a combination that covers the practical bases for most trips to the city. Guests rate it 9.2/10 across 80 reviews. Staff quality, cleanliness, and value for money are the standout strengths. Rooms start from €97, and the hotel runs an airport shuttle for guests who need it.
Who'll feel at home here
A clean, well-priced riad-style hotel with a pool and restaurant, where staff and value consistently earn praise.
Best for
- Budget-conscious travellers who want a pool
- First-time visitors to Marrakesh needing airport transfer
- Guests who prefer eating on-site rather than hunting for restaurants
- Couples or solo travellers in a double room
Less suited to
- Travellers wanting multiple room-type options
- Those needing a suite or larger space
The pool and outdoor space
The outdoor swimming pool sits alongside a sun deck with outdoor furniture. A terrace extends the space for sitting outside. For a three-star property in Marrakesh, having a private pool rather than sharing one across a larger complex is a practical advantage.
The inner courtyard
Rooms look onto an inner courtyard — the defining architectural feature of a traditional riad. The courtyard view gives rooms a sense of enclosure and shade that street-facing rooms in city hotels often lack.
The restaurant and terrace
The on-site restaurant means guests have a dining option without leaving the property. Special diet meals are available on request. Breakfast is also served, making it straightforward to eat well before a day out in the city.
Where you'll stay
Deluxe Double Room
1 full bed
- Inner courtyard view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free Wifi
- Free toiletries
Standout features
Inside Riad Lalla Azalay
Amenities at Riad Lalla Azalay
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Terrace
- 24-hour front desk
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Inner courtyard view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
Where it is
5 sights nearby, the closest being Bab Doukkala at 370 m; the nearest bus station, Grand Taxis, is 230 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Bab Doukkalahistoric site370 m
- Dar El Bacha Museummuseum560 m
- Dar El Bacha دار الباشاhistoric site710 m
- Ben Youssef Mosqueplace of worship900 m
- Dar Bellarj دار بلارجmuseum940 m
Getting around
- Grand Taxisbus station230 m
- Gare Routièrebus station320 m
Distances measured in a straight line from the property · map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 80 reviews, guests give Riad Lalla Azalay a 9.2/10 rating. The three areas that come up most positively are the staff, the cleanliness of the property, and the value for money. For a three-star hotel in Marrakesh, that combination of service quality and price is the main reason guests recommend it.
- Staff9.8
- Facilities8.9
- Cleanliness9.3
- Comfort9.2
- Value For Money9.3
- Location9.2
- Free Wifi7.5
Reviews scoring 9–10: 29 · average 9.9
They wrote about: staff, location, cleanliness
Reviews scoring Under 5: 1 · average 4
They wrote about: location, staff, room
None of the reviews scored within this range.
Based on guest reviews published on sites that partner with Booking.
Before you book
The fine print
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
- Check-out
Available 24 hours
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Questions & answers
Does the hotel offer an airport shuttle?
Yes. An airport shuttle is available. This is listed as an additional charge, so confirm the price and schedule with the hotel when booking.
Is parking available on-site?
Yes, the hotel has on-site parking.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is available at the hotel. Whether it is included in the rate or charged separately depends on the rate you book — check at time of reservation.
Is there a restaurant on-site?
Yes. The hotel has an on-site restaurant. Special diet meals are available on request, so contact the property in advance if you have dietary requirements.
What room types are available?
Currently one room type is listed: the Deluxe Double Room, which has one full bed and an inner courtyard view. Rates start from €134 per night for this room.
What is the lowest available room rate?
Rates start from €97 per night. The Deluxe Double Room is listed from €134. Prices vary by date and availability, so check current rates when booking.
Is Wi-Fi free?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and included in the room.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes. There is an outdoor swimming pool with a sun deck and outdoor furniture for guests to use.
Is the hotel non-smoking?
Yes. The hotel is a smoke-free property with non-smoking rooms throughout.
Are there walking tours available?
Yes, the hotel arranges walking tours of Marrakesh. These are available at an additional charge — ask the front desk to organise one during your stay.
Is there 24-hour reception?
Yes. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day. The hotel also has 24-hour security and a security alarm system in place.