News

17 Jan

Welcome to Riad Botanica

Welcome to Riad Botanica, Garden of the soul- where luxury meets tranquility.

27 Jul

Peace and tranquility

When the sun goes down, Marrakech is still a buzz of activity with stunning restaurants and rooftops to explore. But if you prefer to take a break and enjoy some peace and tranquility, we invite you to experience our definition of total luxury hidden in the back streets of the vibrant Medina at Riad Botanica.. […]

25 Jul

Enthusiastically recommend

My wife and I recently stayed at Riad Botanica for a couple of nights. From the moment our airport transport dropped us off at the nearby taxi area, we were warmly greeted with hospitality and helpfulness. The Riad itself and the room we stayed in were gorgeous, ornate, and clean. The location was both walkable […]

23 Jul

Roof terrace

Enjoy sunsets on the roof terrace with us and try our delicious sparkling non alcoholic refreshing Shrub Syrups. With a range of flavours to sample, we invite you to take a seat, rest and reflect on your day and take in the rooftops of Marrakech. Huge thanks to @vinyasphotography.bcn for capturing this moment

21 Jul

Cultural influences

Come and experience the rich history and variety of cultural influences that have shaped Moroccan interior design and architecture. From the Berbers to the Muslim Arabs, Moors and the French, each has left their mark and contributed to some of the most beautiful architecture in the world. With many of the traditional artisanal craftsmanship on […]

19 Jul

Surprise and delight

Are you looking for that romantic gesture? That weekend away that will surprise and delight? Look no further than Marrakech! With stunning gardens to visit, beautiful Palaces, delicious foods and magical sunsets to enjoy it is the perfect escape. We look forward to welcoming you into our oasis of luxury hidden in the back streets […]

18 Jul

The romantic getaway guide to Marrakech

The romantic getaway guide to Marrakech We are delighted to share this guide for couples looking for a Romantic Get Away in Marrakech, this is a little Q&A we had with our guest’s Benja and Hubby Marrakech, a city where history and modernity dance together in an intricate ballet, offers the perfect backdrop for a […]

6 Jul

Sass and style

Thrilled that the Irish examiner featured us.. We love the look of this new Moroccan hide-out. Riad Botanica is a five-suite sanctuary with all the sass and style we could wish for in a heritage property deep within Marrakech’s medina. Owned by an Australian and Moroccan couple, the 10th-century building blends traditional Moroccan craftsmanship and […]

5 Jul

Featured in Culture Trip

So happy to be featured as where to stay in Marrakech, from the culture trip.. A labour of love and a fusion of cultures, the historic 10th-century Riad is now a space that ignites the senses with traditional Moroccan craftsmanship and Australian style. Having opened in early 2023, Riad Botanica is in a coveted location […]

4 Jul

Delighted to be featured in Upscale Living Magazine May/June edition 2024

Owned by Australian and Moroccan couple Angela and Mohamed Mellak, Riad Botanica is a labour of love and a fusion of cultures. Having undergone meticulous renovations from the ground up, the historic 10th-century Riad is now a space that ignites the senses with traditional Moroccan craftsmanship and Australian style. To book, head to our bio […]

1 Jul

Montreal – Marrakech

The first-ever direct flight from Montreal to Marrakech was kicked off on Thursday, June 13, by Canadian air carrier Air Transat. The inaugural flight landed at Marrakech Menara airport, marking the first direct service to Marrakech from North America… Read more. In the past decade, seat capacity from Canada to Morocco has exponentially surged by […]