Contemporary Moroccan
The Talaa 12 boutique hotel is in the centre of the medina or old city, right next to the Kouba with great views of the Menzeh (the high tower), the
This boutique hotel residence is decorated in a simple, modern style but the detailed architecture and beautiful local craftwork save it from being plain. Beautifully textured ceilings, Moorish-shaped doorways, refined colours, hand-painted tiles and local materials all add to the charm of this superior riad hotel.
The eight rooms and suites are arranged around the courtyard which is shaded with palm trees and enhanced by colourful local plants, lush greenery and orange trees. More spacious than other riad boutique hotels, the Talaa 12 has a vast lounge with an open fireplace for cool evenings, and private b’hou areas for guests to sit and relax after a busy day in the local bazaars. Rooms are well furnished with comfortable beds and private bathrooms. The luxury suites come with their own private gallery and ample space.
The Talaa 12 is one of the best riad hotels in Marrakech for service. It offers little extras such as a personal welcome at the airport and transport when you leave, a delicious Moroccan breakfast, laundry services and an in-house hammam with massage services. It also offers wifi internet access, bicycle hire, cultural tours of Marrakech with a local guide and a full concierge service for booking trips, golf tee times or local cultural entertainment. The lack of a swimming pool may deter some guests, but the use of a pool at the sister hotel in the Palmeraie offers some compensation. More modern and comfortable than many traditional riads, the Talaa 12 will ensure
