GARDEN OF THE SOUL

Welcome to Riad Botanica

Discover an oasis for your soul in the historic 10th-century Medina of Marrakesh. Opened in early 2023, Riad Botanica is a place to reconnect to yourself, indulge your senses and reinvigorate your curiosity and wonder of the beauty that is life. Recently renovated to an immaculate standard, Riad Botanica seamlessly balances beautiful art deco influences from opposite sides of the globe with exceptional craftsmanship from local artisans and an awareness of the desire of people to unwind and reconnect with nature and themselves.

The result?

A place to escape and a peace to embrace.

ICONIC AUSTRALIAN DESIGN

Riad Botanica is a union of classic Moroccan art deco styling perfectly paired with Australia's Florence Broadhurst art deco prints

ROOF TERRACE DINING

Serving Breakfast Daily, we are also open for lunch and dinner. Join us to book a 2-course lunch or 2-course dinner

WEATHER, FOOD & RELAXATION

Unwind and soak up the sun

This original aristocratic residence now boasts six deluxe guest rooms with ensuites, each unique in design inspired by the ancient healing properties of plants and the beauty of their flowers. Boasting traditional Moroccan features, fixtures, and furnishings, which all come together with iconic Australian design flair.

We welcome you to share a little part of Marrakech through the eyes of a local Marrakechalan and Australian. We are also passionate about health and well-being and look to provide healthy, delicious fresh food and most importantly we try to help you to take time out for yourself to rest and find joy!

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A breakfast for a King or Queen, served daily on our roof terrace.

King Room with
A View

ALL INCLUDED

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Family Room with
Children's Room

ALWAYS FAMILY FRIENDLY

Famalies have grown up in this Riad since it was first built and we proudly look to continue that tradition

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We are delighted to offer inhouse dining either on the roof terrace or book the private dining room

Cooked with Love
the traditional way

DINING

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Relax, read a book,
enjoy some sunshine

Our roof terrace is designed to force you to stop and pick up that book! or just chill out and sleep!

FIND SOME TIME

All of the team is dedicated to ensuring our guests feel at home away from home

With decades of experience
we are delighed to Welcome you

HERE TO SERVE

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Riad Botanica is filled with
beneficial plants, every plant
can be eaten or turned into tea

EVERYTHING HAS PURPOSE

Passionate about the power of plants to help maintain our health and healing when we need.. discover more with us

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We love to support your group booking needs from Birthdays, Weddings and Yoga/Meditaion retreats - Lets's chat!

Run Your Next Retreat
In Marrakech

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Providing Little Things
That Matter

Its so important it is to feel at home, we aim to provide all the little things for a great holiday- from personal sound systems, organic plant based skin and wash products to large size showers and comfortable beds.

COMFORTS OF HOME

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					  Oh. My. Goodness!  If I could give this place 10 stars, I would.  I have stayed many places around the world, and this has been my favorite, by... read more far.  The owner and host, Mohamed is so kind and friendly, and makes sure you are well taken care of.  As I was a solo female traveler on my first trip to Morocco, the kind gestures made me feel safe, including that my first day, he called to check on me as I had been exploring the city all day long.  

The interior decoration is absolutely breathtaking, and the sound of the sweet birds in the courtyard make it seem like the perfect peaceful respite from the bustling city.  The rooms are gorgeous, the showers amazing.

Also- the staff deserves 10 stars!  Fatima, the chef cooks an amazing breakfast each day.  It was literally my favorite part of each day!  The lunch and dinner were also amazing at Riad Botanica!  (Even tho I tried other restaurants in the city, by far - Fatima’s cooking was my favorite).  And the sweet housekeeping lady, Sanaa was also wonderfully kind and always smiling.  🙂

The rooftop is beautiful and such a peaceful place to read a book and lounge.

Location is perfect in my opinion!  Close enough to walk to most of the museums.  Walk to the souks.  Yet, I did appreciate that is was not too close to the Jemaa el-Fnaa square- which is a very busy place.  I could still walk there in about 25mins

Thank you truly, Mohamed and staff!				
Jessica N
10 May 2023 

					  Beautiful Riad with amazing host. - We LOVED our stay at this Riad, beautiful place, amazing breakfast and Angela was the best host you could ask for. She helped us with dinner plans, getting to know... read more the area and making us very comfortable in her Riad. Highly recommend this place, right in the heart of everything and in a clean and safe neighborhood. 

Will return!				
MikeandDiana0424
23 February 2023 

					  Loved it. Already planning my next visit. - The Botanica is a 5 star experience: a beautifully appointed Riad with superb attention to detail that shows in every aspect of the decor and facilities. Plus the most comfortable... read more bed I’ve ever slept in. Hosts are warm, welcoming and knowledgeable, breakfasts are epic, staff are friendly and attentive. Local amenities are 5 minutes’ walk away, including cafes, restaurants and myriad stalls of the souk. A magical oasis of peace and rest amidst the delicious mayhem of Marrakech.				
badenp2021
21 February 2023

Lunch & Dinner

We offer al a carte and serve a two-course lunch and or 3-course dinner seasonal and fresh daily.

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