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“Well located and easy to find in Petit Socco district just as you start the ascent towards the medina, this large traditional-style hotel, housed in a former bank is perfect for groups large or small. ”

“Well located and easy to find in Petit Socco district just as you start the ascent towards the medina, this large traditional-style hotel, housed in a former bank is perfect for groups large or small. ”

Hotel Review

It took nine painstaking years of renovations to transform this former bank into a grand, fully functioning 18-room hotel. There’s no skimping on the elaborate craftsmanship emblematic of Morocco. From the filigree-style carved woodwork and intricately painted decorative panelling to the zellige tiling and oversized perforated brass chandeliers, this is a fine example of an updated traditional interior. Rooms are comfortably compact with contemporary Art Deco style beds, engraved Venetian mirrors and modern marble bathrooms, all facing onto a large inner courtyard where guests can have authentic Moroccan buffet breakfasts - spongy textured semolina beghrir pancakes, square msemen crepes, sweet olives, fresh goat’s cheese, nuts and dried fruit, washed down with heavyweight aromatic coffee. Akin to rocket fuel, this will help power you round the kasbah. A glass elevator leads to all floors including a roof terrace with views looking outward towards the sea.
 

Written by Laura Campbell

Recommended For

  • Local exploring
  • Ideally positioned in the historic centre with many of the main attractions within walking distance.
  • Other Activities
  • Discover Berber villages, the desert and palm groves surrounding the city on a quad biking excursion.
  • Great walks
  • Wander through the cobbled residential and commercial alleyways of the Kasbah walls.
  • Yoga
  • Take part in the daily yoga classes at the hotel.
  • Intimate
  • Romantic
  • Family Suites
  • Luxury
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Full of character
  • Opulent
  • Charming
  • Traditional
  • Wellbeing
  • Disabled access
  • Child friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Antiques
  • Historic
  • Boutique
  • Restaurant
  • Spa

Facilities

  • Library
  • Wifi
  • Parking
  • Shops
  • Family Suites
  • Airport transfer
  • Sauna/Steam
  • Massage
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Child friendly
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Disabled access
  • Concierge
  • Air conditioning

Activities

  • Other Activities
  • Discover Berber villages, the desert and palm groves surrounding the city on a quad biking excursion.
  • Great walks
  • Wander through the cobbled residential and commercial alleyways of the Kasbah walls.
  • Yoga
  • Take part in the daily yoga classes at the hotel.

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Why do people love staying in your hotel?
Because we offer a typical Moroccan service and with a personalized style. We serve Moroccan homemade food and our staff are always available

What is there to do in the area?
Palais Zahia is located in the heart of the medina, the liveliest place. There are many shops and bazaars. Visitors can discover historical monuments not far from the square. They can also go hiking and visit the surroundings such as Cap Startle and the Hércule caves. Excursions can be organized to Asilah, Chaouen, ...

What kind of breakfast do you offer?
We offer a typical rich breakfast of the house composed of local products: amlou, honey, wholemeal bread, yoghurt, berries, dchicha, eggs ..we have four kinds of breakfast - breakfast, Fassi breakfast, berbere breakfast, breakfast petit Socco ..... We can also serve breakfast buffet if the number of guests is greater than 10

Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally?
We serve typical moroccan cuisine in Hadja Zahia Restaurant and on our terrace.

Which are your most popular room types, and why?
We have 14 rooms and 4 suites. The most popular rooms are the luxury rooms April 9, Mohamed Coukri, Paul Bowls .... We also have two luxury suites.

What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms ?
Yes, we have facilities for children. We can make children's meals for them. We also have children's beds.

What message would you like to give Hotel Guru readers?
Style at your service

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