Riad Makech

Twelve rooms wrap a central courtyard at Riad Makech, tucked into the Arset Moula Taoula quarter north of the Medina's main souks, where tiled fountains and citrus trees mute the traffic noise of nearby Bab Doukkala.

A rooftop terrace overlooks the neighbourhood's flat rooflines toward the Koutoubia minaret, and staff will arrange a private taxi for the ten-minute ride into Jemaa el-Fnaa after dark, when the square's food stalls are busiest.

The location suits travellers wanting authentic riad architecture without the noise of the deep Medina alleys, close enough to walk but quiet enough to sleep.