Nothing else is needed to be happy.
** Marrakech ** is undoubtedly one of the most exotic and attractive cities in the world, one of its main reasons is its architecture . If you want to get to know it in detail, you should stay in one of its riads, the classic houses or palaces of the Moroccan upper class that are found in the medina and that are now being transformed into charming hotels.
These houses have always been built around a patio where there used to be a fountain or pool (that's where our Andalusian patios come from). In this way, the privacy of stately families was protected and an ideal temperature was also preserved.
Today, Marrakech is experiencing one of the most international moments in its history, many are the curious who want to discover this city full of contrasts. A new riad in the city is always newsworthy... in this case it is the Riad L'Atelier that opens its doors.
Peace.
A few meters from the Ben Youssef Madrasa , in Kaat Benahid , the oldest neighborhood of the Medina of Marrakech is this small oasis of peace. Centuries ago, the merchants of Fez arrived with their camel caravans and stayed in fonduks , hostels where artisans and vendors met.
This riad is a living example built on one of these fondouks, specialized in slippers. All around Marrakesh live intensely as usual with its merchants, its fruit and vegetable stalls, its crafts, etc.
This new riad, which brings modernity to the Medina, It is the work of a young Spanish couple , Julia and Mauro, a graphic designer and fashion prescriber from Tenerife and a Burgos graduate in hotel management who, after two years of renovation, finally see their project finished.
As if it were a work of art Riad L'Atelier holds almost as many secrets as details. For example, its furniture, which has with artisan pieces made in Marrakech and with some exclusives like a vintage venetian mirror, an Emmanuelle chair from the 1950s or an Antheor table and chairs set by Mathieu Matégot.
In addition, these exclusive creations are for sale on request.
Escape to the Medina!
The riad has five rooms surrounding an elegant patio. or, with a swimming pool and gardens, as well as a beautiful terrace from which to enjoy the sounds and classic atmosphere of the Medina. Each room has its own style. Since the Morocco of the French protectorate of colonial inspiration to a room that brings together natural materials such as copper, stone, wood and rattan, and that transport to the Moroccan countryside.
In the courtyard we can see tiles made by artisans with care and attention, and as tradition says its walls are made of tadelakt , a waterproof coating technique, considered one of the oldest in the world.
The kitchen is another of its strong points, L'Atelier offers cuisine based on the seasons and locally sourced products. There are vegetarian, vegan and raw vegan options.
Bathrooms or works of art.