Riad Atifa - Morocco

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During the restoration of the 300-year-old palace, a manuscript, written by the 16-year-old Yela on the eve of her wedding, was discovered in a hidden room. Yela’s passionate love story has been engraved into each of the silver doors throughout the ryiad by a renowned Koranic calligrapher.  Over 100 local artisans helped restore this extraordinary home to its former glory, following age-old traditional techniques. Yela's place is now a secret we can all share! The philosophy encapsulates the mind, body and soul.  From traditional delicacies to in-room wellness treatments and daily excursions, this magical place can provide the perfect all encompassing itinerary.

The small boutique can house 10 persons in 5 bedrooms, each with unique interior design and en-suite bathroom facilities. The ground floor houses 2 double rooms with direct access to the pool. The first floor houses a double room and 2 suites. The Romantic suite and the Luxury suite have open fire places as well as air-conditioning.

Following the style of a traditional ryiad, all the bedrooms are situated around a roofless central courtyard, with a heated swimming pool taking centre stage.  The flat roof terrace offers spectacular views of Marrakesh.  A cocktail bar and authentic nomad tent with an open barbeque offer the perfect retreat after a long day exploring the city. In a small Repunzalesque tower , known as the Flying Carpet, that leads off from the terrace, couples can relive Yela’s fairytale watching the sun rise and set whilst enjoying a banqueting feast.