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March 10, 2023
We travelled to Marrakech as a family of 7 to celebrate our son's 18th birthday. We were picked up by the driver from the riad at the airport and taken to the riad. You have to walk the last few minutes as the streets are too narrow for a car but that was fine. From the moment we walked in on the first evening it was incredible; the candles were lit, there was a special light shining making patterns all round - it was amazing - felt like walking into a dream! I love the trees growing in the central courtyard - it gave it a lovely tropical feel. The rooms were lovely, we had 3 different rooms, all traditionally themed and beautiful - but with robes, hairdryers, comfy beds, everything you need for a comfortable stay. We had a tagine meal when we first arrived and this was delicious. The breakfast is also very nice, with a wide variety of yoghurts, fruit, cakes, bread, cheese, ham and eggs. The roof top terrace is a lovely suntrap. It is very nice and has various areas to relax and chill out, sit and read or sunbathe. I do think they need a few more sunbeds, as there is only 6 and that was not even enough for our group and sometimes other people were on them. The weather was beautiful and sunny - so we even had a dip in the pool although this was quite cold - it would be refreshing when it is super hot weather I imagine. The location of the riad was great, it was a very peaceful and calm area, about a 15 minute walk to the main square, but this was through all the souks which we loved walking through and buying lots of trinkets. The staff were absolutely lovely - so helpful with everything we asked them. The two guys - Ashraf and the other one were charming and great fun with us all and especially with our little boy. We chatted to them about where is good to visit and any hints and tips to go and do, and also life in Marrakech in general. It is was our son's 18th and they made a birthday cake for him, and let us set up a fun area up to celebrate with balloons and banners on the sun terrace. We visited a nearby Hamman which was a fab experience but I think there is also a small one in the riad. Overall we had a wonderful holiday and really felt safe and relaxed in the lovely Riad Pachavana- Thank you again to all the staff for our stay! Marrakech over all we found to be vibrant, buzzing, colourful, mystical - a wonderful place and very friendly, welcoming locals!