Riad Maktoub | Facing the UNESCO Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou

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Riad Maktoub, an Exceptional Gem
Facing the Kasbah
of Aït Ben Haddou

Nestled on the main avenue of Aït Ben Haddou, Riad Maktoub stands directly facing the majestic Kasbah listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From your room or our panoramic terrace, you contemplate one of the most iconic sites in all of Africa.

Built in traditional pisé by local craftsmen, with tadelakt bathrooms and authentic zellige tilework, Riad Maktoub is a true haven of tranquility. Here, you disconnect from the world and reconnect with nature, history, and the soul of deep Morocco.

It is the only place facing the Kasbah where you can wake to the sound of desert silence, swim in our pool with a direct view of the ancient ramparts, and savour Moroccan cuisine prepared with love.

Facing the UNESCO Kasbah Direct view of the ancient ramparts

Panoramic Pool Views of the Kasbah and mountains

Peace & Nature Reconnect with what matters

Warm Welcome Sincere hospitality, guaranteed rest

Why Aït Ben Haddou?

The World's Most
Famous Kasbah

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou is a masterpiece of earthen architecture. This thousand-year-old fortified village, built on the banks of a riverbed, has served as the backdrop for legendary films such as Gladiator, Game of Thrones, Lawrence of Arabia and many others.

Staying at Riad Maktoub means living directly opposite this marvel — watching it glow at sunrise from your bed, contemplating it from our pool, and strolling through it in the evening when the tourists have left and the Kasbah belongs to you.

1987 UNESCO Listing

+50 Films shot here

5 min From Riad Maktoub to the Kasbah

The UNESCO listed Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, Morocco

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World Heritage UNESCO since 1987

Our Rooms

Your Haven of Peace
Facing the Kasbah

Each room has been carefully decorated combining traditional Moroccan craftsmanship — sculpted plaster, zellige, tadelakt — with all modern comforts for your wellbeing.

Solo & Traveller

Single Room

500 MAD BB · 550 MAD HB

Comfortable single room, ideal for solo travellers. Moroccan artisanal décor, single bed, private bathroom and air conditioning.

✓ Single bed
✓ Private bathroom
✓ Air conditioning
✓ Free WiFi

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Double / Twin Room

650 MAD BB · 800 MAD HB

King double bed or two single beds according to your preference. Tadelakt bathroom, air conditioning and fine traditional Moroccan décor.

✓ King bed or 2 single beds
✓ Air conditioning
✓ Private bathroom
✓ Free WiFi

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Ideal for Groups

Triple Room

900 MAD BB · 1,200 MAD HB

Spacious room with three beds, perfect for a group of friends or a family with children. All the charm of Riad Maktoub with the space you need.

✓ 3 beds
✓ Private bathroom
✓ Air conditioning
✓ Free WiFi

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Quadruple Family Room - Riad Maktoub Aït Ben Haddou

Families & Groups

Quadruple Room

1,200 MAD BB · 1,350 MAD HB

Ideal for families: one double bed and two single beds, comfortably accommodating up to 4 people in a warm and authentic space.

✓ Up to 4 guests
✓ Double bed + 2 singles
✓ Private bathroom
✓ Free WiFi

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Prestige Suite

Aït Ben Haddou Suite

Price on request

Our most exclusive suite: bedroom with king bed, private lounge with fireplace, exceptional artisanal décor. A unique experience at the heart of authentic Morocco.

✓ Bedroom + private lounge
✓ Traditional fireplace
✓ UNESCO Kasbah view
✓ Personalised service

BB = Breakfast included · HB = Breakfast + Dinner

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Our Restaurant

Moroccan Cuisine
at its Finest Expression

Our restaurant is the beating heart of Riad Maktoub. Set in two traditional dining rooms, it offers authentic Moroccan cuisine prepared by our chefs using fresh, local ingredients. A Moroccan breakfast is included with all our rooms.

Moroccan breakfast included · Restaurant open to outside guests · Dietary requirements accommodated on request

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Riad Maktoub swimming pool with view of the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou

Our Pool

A Pool Facing
the Kasbah Ramparts

Our pool is arguably the most extraordinary in the entire region: framed by the towers of the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, it offers you a breathtaking view while cooling you from the desert heat.

Swim at sunrise in absolute silence, lie beneath the Saharan sky, and watch the Kasbah turn to ochre at sunset. This is not just a pool — it is a moment suspended outside of time.

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Restaurant Riad Maktoub Moroccan cuisine

Guest Reviews

What Our
Travellers Say

★★★★★

Excellent Over 200 verified reviews on TripAdvisor

★★★★★

« An absolutely magical place. Waking up with the view of the Kasbah from our private terrace, swimming in this extraordinary pool — I have never experienced anything so transporting. The family running Riad Maktoub welcomed us like their own. We will be back. »

Sophie M. Paris, France · March 2024

via TripAdvisor

★★★★★

« If you are going to Morocco, you MUST stay here. The direct view of the UNESCO Kasbah is incredible. The food was extraordinary — the tagine alone was worth the trip. Incredibly helpful hosts who organised everything for us. A true hidden gem. »

Jean-Pierre L. Lyon, France · January 2024

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★★★★★

« We arrived for two nights and left after five. That says it all. The terrace at night under a billion stars, the pool at sunrise facing the Kasbah, the homemade breakfasts — Riad Maktoub is not just a place to sleep, it is an experience you carry in your heart. »

Anna K. Munich, Germany · November 2023

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★★★★★

« The best accommodation of our entire Morocco trip, without hesitation. The setting facing the Kasbah is stunning, the rooms are beautifully decorated and the owners do everything to make your stay perfect. The cooking class was the highlight of our whole trip. »

Thomas & Claire B. Brussels, Belgium · October 2023

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★★★★★

« This is the definition of authentic Morocco. Every corner tells a story, every meal is prepared with love. The staff remembers your name, your preferences, and mint tea awaited us on every return. This is what travel should be. »

Rafael L. Barcelona, Spain · September 2023

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In the Heart of
Aït Ben Haddou

Riad Maktoub is located on the main avenue of Aït Ben Haddou, facing the mosque and directly opposite the UNESCO-listed Kasbah. Accessible from Ouarzazate in 30 minutes and from Marrakech in 4 hours via the Tichka Pass.

Address Main avenue, facing the mosque
Aït Ben Haddou — Morocco

Phone +212 524 888 694

Email contact@riadmaktoub.com

By Car 4h from Marrakech · 30 min from Ouarzazate

By Plane Ouarzazate Airport (OZZ) — 30 min by car

Transfer We arrange your transfer from any city in Morocco

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Where the Kasbah
tells its story

Riad Maktoub, an Exceptional Gem
Facing the Kasbah
of Aït Ben Haddou

The World's Most
Famous Kasbah