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Zen House - Traditional Moroccan Riad in Historic Marrakech

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Shared central courtyard

Shared central courtyard Breakfast next to the shared fountain and dipping pool Shared courtyard at night Shared dipping pool Shared living room with its fireplace Shared  library and videotheque Private master  bedroom with a king-size bed Private master  bathroom  - high ceilings    oriental bath/shower, double sinks Private master bedroom with twin beds Private fireplace - master bedroom Shared first-floor balony Central  tiled staircase at night Shared rooftop garden and solarium Gastronomic dinner prepared by our chef Shared rooftop dining room and fireplace Shared rooftop solarium at night

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Last updated: 03/26/2013
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  • Minimum stay:1-2 nights
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets allowed:No
  • Wheel chair accessible:No

A true paradise on earth, ZEN HOUSE incarnates harmony between the elements : EARTH (gardens), WIND (open-roof patio), WATER (oriental baths, fountains, hamam) and FIRE (lanterns, candles, 3 fireplaces). ZEN HOUSE open onto the Starlit-Lit Sky of Marrakech and snow-covered Atlas Mountains. Its atrium houses a family of birds. Its decoration and spirit symbolize the profound feeling of TRANQUILLITY its name implies.

Total Surface : 375 sq. meters spread over 3 floors
Accommodation : 5 double guestrooms + additional futon accommodation (Sleeps 12 adults),
5 ensuite oriental baths, 1 living room, 3 fireplaces, 2 fountains, 2 gardens, 2 kitchens, 2 additional WC, 1 lanai dining room with fireplace, 1 solarium w/ outdoor BBQ, 1 dipping pool.

Zen House is an Unforgettable Experience in the Art of Moroccan Hospitality!

Keywords: Private Guesthouse

Property Type

      • House

      Accommodation Type

          • Bed And Breakfast

          Meals

              • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

              Suitability

              • Smoking Allowed
              • Pets Not Allowed
              • Limited Accessibility

              Bedrooms

              • 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12, Beds for 10-12
              • Bedroom 1
              • Bedroom 2
              • Bedroom 3
              • Bedroom 4
              • Bedroom 5
              • Convertible bed(s)
              • Details:

                King size beds (1), Queen size Beds (1), Double Beds (4), Twin or Single Beds (2), Sleep Sofa or Futons (2)...morecollapse

              Bathrooms

              • 6.0 Bathrooms
              • Bathroom 1
              • Bathroom 2
              • Bathroom 3
              • Bathroom 4
              • Bathroom 5
              • Bathroom 6

              Kitchen & Dining

              • Microwave
              • Dishwasher
              • Cooking Utensils
              • Kitchen
              • Catering Available

              Amenities

              • Linens Provided
              • Air Conditioning
              • Washing Machine

              Other Amenities

                  • Details:

                    English speaking staff, rooftop patio, solarium + garden w/ fountain, 3 fireplaces, 5 oriental en-suite baths + 1 private Moroccan bath or 'hamam', bird atrium, central courtyard w/fountain + dipping pool, individual heat/air conditioning, in-house Moroccan cooking lessons and skin/beauty treatments at going rates...morecollapse

                  Entertainment

                  • VCR
                  • Stereo
                  • CD Player
                  • Music Library
                  • DVD Player
                  • Satellite / Cable
                  • Video Library

                  Communications

                  • Broadband Access
                  • Telephone
                  • Wireless Internet
                  • Dialup Access

                  Pool & Spa

                      Outdoor Features

                      • Balcony
                      • Deck / Patio
                      • Lanai / Gazebo
                      • Outdoor Grill

                      Location & View

                          • Mountain View

                          Activities

                          • Theme Parks
                          • Hot Air Ballooning
                          • Rock Climbing
                          • Snowmobiling
                          • Cross Country Skiing
                          • Water Skiing
                          • Jet Skiing
                          • Skiing
                          • Cycling
                          • Swimming
                          • Snowboarding
                          • Mountain Biking
                          • Golf
                          • Surfing
                          • Fitness Center
                          • Boating
                          • Sledding
                          • Shopping
                          • Horseback Riding
                          • Shelling
                          • Wildlife Viewing
                          • Antiquing
                          • Sight Seeing
                          • Live Theater
                          • Cinemas
                          • Health/Beauty Spa
                          • Museums
                          • Restaurants
                          • Tennis
                          • Hiking

                          Other Activities

                              • Details:

                                Turn-key excursions, English-speaking guides : Atlas Mountains (Toubkal), Moroccan Desert, Atlantic Coast (Essaouira), Imperial Cities (Fès, Meknes, Rabat), Morrocan vineyards; Private Cooking Lessons taught by ZEN HOUSE staff. Wellness and battery-recharge: Turkish baths, Oriental massages with argane oil and beauty treatments, hydrotherapy. Personal Shopper : Assistance in purchasing Moroccan handcrafts for resale. Professional training sessions: Rooftop meeting room...morecollapse

                               

                              Reviews

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                              • Beautiful Riad

                                Beautiful Riad

                                • Guest Alo
                                • Date of stay 03/09/13
                                • Review Submitted 03/11/13
                                We have been at the Riad for only two nights so far with 3 left to go, and it is fabulous. It is even better than the description given, and the staff here are very helpful and kind. We were met at the airport which we prearranged and were driven directly to the Riad. I would highly recommend staying here. Great for families or couples!!!

                                Recommended for: Adventure seekers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

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                              • Beautiful Riad - Fantastic Hospitality

                                Beautiful Riad - Fantastic Hospitality

                                • Guest Julia
                                • Date of stay 10/30/12
                                • Review Submitted 11/28/12
                                We stayed in the Kalife Suite at the Riad Zen House for ten days at the beginning of November 2012 and it made our first visit to Morocco an unforgettable experience. The serene and beautiful Riad Zen House is hidden behind a large wooden door amongst the small alleyways of the Medina and it gave us a truly authentic experience. Carla and Miloud made our stay even more memorable as they were very knowledgeable about Marrakech the surrounding areas and they were more than happy to assist and advise us on how best to make the most out of each day. Their lovely staff, Saida and Osama were extremely attentive and more than happy to accommodate our requests including finding Red Bull and deodorant! The excusions organised by the Riad were excellent and we would thoroughly recommended them. We discussed the evening's menu with Carla each day and she provided a wide range of excellent authentic cuisine and was more than happy to advise us on all the options available. We would thoroughly recommend a guide for the first couple of days which really helped acclimatise us to the hustle and bustle of the souks (yes you will get lost !!) and the main square which were easily accessible by foot from the Riad. The grand taxi rank at the Bab Yacout entrance to the Medina was also only a 5 minute walk away from the Riad. I would suggest you bring lots of money if you do plan to visit all the beautiful silver and textile shops especially the "Ali Ba Ba Treasure Trove" you visit on the trip to the Oureka Valley you will need it! This was a trip that we will not forget in a hurry and would definitely recommend staying at the Riad Zen House.

                                Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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                              • Enchanted in Marrakesh

                                Enchanted in Marrakesh

                                • Guest Texas Travelers
                                • Date of stay 04/25/11
                                • Review Submitted 06/11/11
                                The Zen House . . . there are not enough superlatives to describe our stay at this beautiful riad and our subsequent journey around Morocco arranged for us by the staff. There were four couples in our party, and all of us loved the entire experience. The riad itself is wonderful: comfortable, quiet, safe, and very beautiful, and the staff, who were cordial, efficient and generous with their time and attention, made the visit even more pleasant. Once we left Marrakesh, everyone still made sure our travel experience was wonderful. The riads and hotels in which we were booked were top-notch. Our guides in each city were knowledgeable, friendly and flexible -- if we wanted to see something in particular, we saw it. Everything about Morocco far exceeded our expectations. The wonderful people from the Zen House played a major part in this experience. Would we go again? You bet we would. Would we recommend Morocco and the Zen House to family and friends? We already have. Thank you, everyone, for a marvelous time all around. -- The Texas Contingent

                                Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

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                              • Excellent Riad in Marrakech

                                Excellent Riad in Marrakech

                                • Guest Blake
                                • Date of stay 07/31/10
                                • Review Submitted 02/07/11
                                My wife and I had a fantastic time at the Zen house. We would definitely recommend it. Everyone was very helpful and we had a great time in Morocco with their suggestions. Stay here if you're headed to Marrakesh!

                                Recommended for: Adventure seekers, sightseeing.

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                              • Beautiful riad!

                                Beautiful riad!

                                • Guest ddbelf
                                • Date of stay 11/09/10
                                • Review Submitted 11/25/10
                                We spent three nights at Zen House in November, 2010 and found the property to be gorgeous. The rooms were quiet and comfortable with BIG bathrooms. The meal that was prepared for us was delicious and we had a fun cooking class at the riad. I would recommend this property to anyone!

                                Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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                              • Zen House

                                Zen House

                                • Guest Greg L.
                                • Date of stay 05/16/10
                                • Review Submitted 06/08/10
                                The Zen House was great. It's inside the Medina, which gives it more character and place. You can walk to the Square in about 20 minutes, or you can easily (and cheaply) grab a taxi, as the Grand Taxi depot is very close. Thomas is your host. He does an excellent job. He anticipates your needs, and can make any arrangements you need. A delicious breakfast of local foods is included, and is very nice. I definitely recommend this stay.

                                Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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                                • Guest Kristine
                                • Date of stay 11/05/07
                                • Review Submitted 11/05/07
                                Thank you very much for all the hospitality and friendship. I am very grateful to have stayd here at ZEN HOUSE. I felt very safe, met lots of new people and had good fun here in the Riad. Hoping to come back soon and definitely recommend to my friends.

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                                • Guest Martin&Madonna English
                                • Date of stay 11/04/07
                                • Review Submitted 11/04/07
                                Outstanding hospitality, beautiful location. See you soon. Live long and prosper.

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                                • Guest Sara and Daniel
                                • Date of stay 11/04/07
                                • Review Submitted 11/04/07
                                So many things to explain about this wonderful experience and so difficult to put into words...This is like a fairytale country : Its people, its couleurs, the smells. We are sure that we will come back. Thank you for everything, especially you, Najib, for making us feel better than at home. Maa Salama

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                                • Guest Dorothy Max Prior
                                • Date of stay 11/03/07
                                • Review Submitted 11/03/07
                                You are great hosts and made us feel very welcome. I really appreciate all the extra effort you made to make the trip great, especially the trip to the Berber village in the mountains (and my mule trip down), the visit to the Ham'am and dinner "Chez Ali". The breakfasts were great and especially meeting so many great people who became good friends instantly.

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                              Rental basis: Per property
                              Rental rates quoted in: US Dollars
                              Dates Nightly Wknd Night Weekend Weekly Monthly * Event
                              Base Rate
                              1 night min stay
                              $385
                              $2450

                              Discounts: 15 nights or more $300 nightly

                              Fall school vacation
                              Sep 29 - Nov 2
                              2 night min stay
                              $475
                              Christmas and New Years
                              Dec 20 - Jan 4
                              2 night min stay
                              $475
                              Winter break school vacation
                              Feb 2 - Feb 28
                              2 night min stay
                              $475
                              Easter break school holiday
                              Mar 30 - Apr 26
                              2 night min stay
                              $475

                              This owner accepts: Credit cards.
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                              Last updated: 03/26/2013
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                              Owner info

                              Year Purchased: 2003

                              About the owner: I am a former American-born French and British trained lawyer having suffered burn-out and decided to make a serious life change

                              Why the Owner Chose Marrakech:
                              I visited Marrakech for the first time in 2003 and fell in love with the innate generosity and warmth of its people, culture and hospitality. I was immediately seduced by the vivid colors, sensuous decor and laid-back life-style. My trip introduced me to an alternative way of life that I was to make mine. Mystic Marrakech, the Jewel perched at the gate to the Moroccan desert, is where decided to hang my hat.

                              The Unique Benefits at this Bed And Breakfast:
                              The calm quiet atmosphere which allows me to recharge my batteries before returning to a stressful job in Switzerland. The wonderful food my little Saida prepares for me and just generally the pampering I benefit from including Turkish baths, massages and beauty treatments. Also getting out into the mountain villages or to the Atlantic coast to hike and breath some fresh air.


                              Contact us

                              • Primary: +212524389273
                              • Secondary: +21261079205 (Morroco)

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                              • Shared central courtyard

                                Shared central courtyard

                              • Shared courtyard at night

                                Shared courtyard at night

                              • Shared living room with its fireplace

                                Shared living room with its fireplace

                              • Private master  bedroom with a king-size bed

                                Private master bedroom with a king-size bed

                              • Private master bedroom with twin beds

                                Private master bedroom with twin beds

                              • Shared first-floor balony

                                Shared first-floor balony

                              • Shared rooftop garden and solarium

                                Shared rooftop garden and solarium

                              • Shared rooftop dining room and fireplace

                                Shared rooftop dining room and fireplace

                              • Breakfast next to the shared fountain and dipping pool

                                Breakfast next to the shared fountain and dipping pool

                              • Shared dipping pool

                                Shared dipping pool

                              • Shared  library and videotheque

                                Shared library and videotheque

                              • Private master  bathroom  - high ceilings    oriental bath/shower, double sinks

                                Private master bathroom - high ceilings oriental bath/shower, double sinks

                              • Private fireplace - master bedroom

                                Private fireplace - master bedroom

                              • Central  tiled staircase at night

                                Central tiled staircase at night

                              • Gastronomic dinner prepared by our chef

                                Gastronomic dinner prepared by our chef

                              • Shared rooftop solarium at night

                                Shared rooftop solarium at night

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                              $385 - $475 per night (USD)
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                              5 Bedroom / 6 Bathroom
                              Sleeps 12


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