In The Media

29 Apr

Good Housekeeping

There are few journeys you can make from the UK that take four hours, cost as little as £60 and transport you to another world. Marrakech is one of them. With bustling souks full of stained glass lanterns, colourful ceramics, Berber rugs and colourful spices being sifted into huge hessian sacks, this is a city that’s guaranteed […]

22 Apr

Travel Talk

We’re deeply grateful to Travel Talk for the beautiful feature “Welcome to My Garden of the Soul”, sharing the heart and story of Riad Botanica. It’s an honour to have our Marrakech oasis recognised not just as a place to stay, but as a soulful, living tribute to design, connection, and purpose-led travel. Thank you for […]

22 Apr

Talking Travel

A heartfelt thank you to John Underwood and the Travel Talk podcast for featuring Riad Botanica in last year’s episode—it was a joy to share the story behind our Marrakech sanctuary and our vision for soulful, design-led hospitality. For anyone who missed it, you can listen to the episode here or go directly to the podcast here. Thank […]

16 Apr

SheerLuxe – Gold Edition

Opened in 2023, Riad Botanica is a tranquil sanctuary in the historic medina. The property, which has an orange tree at its heart, blends traditional Moroccan architecture with contemporary Australian design – a vision brought to life by owners Angela and her husband Mohamed Mellak. Each suite is a private haven, complete with ensuite bathroom, a sitting […]

15 Apr

Weddings & Honeymoons Magazine

23 Dec

The Scottish Sun

“We’re delighted to be featured in the Scottish Sun newspaper today. Hosting James and the lovely Rachel was fabulous fun and I’m humbled by James’s review. ” IT’S MORISH Exotic Marrakech is the perfect weekend break just a quick flight from Glasgow. Our stunning 14th century riad was a welcome retreat from the bustling Medina. […]

13 Dec

Weddings & Honeymoons Magazine

Tucked away in the heart of Marrakech’s vibrant Medina, Riad Botanica offers an oasis for couples seeking respite after meandering the winding alleys of the city. Following an extensive renovation in 2023 with aesthetics and sustainability in mind, old-world charm and contemporary luxury radiate from every corner. Proposing six spacious rooms that fuse Australian art […]

10 Dec

Woman & Home

We’re once again delighted to be featured in this wrap up from Woman and Home magazine by Lydia Swinscoe who writes: “When it comes to booking an adventure, be it to a hidden European gem or a magical island, the place you rest your head is almost as important as your surroundings, which is where […]

29 Oct

The Arbuturian

According to Melbourne-born Angela Mellak, owner of Riad Botanica, the newest addition to the city, the answer is yes. ‘You can never have too much of a good thing, right?’ Read more.