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Riad Maison Bleue

  • May 6, 2009
  • Rated 3 of 5 by LenR from Townsville, Australia
Riad Maison Bleue

Riad Maison Bleue occupies a 19th Century house previously belonging to Moulay Bel Arbi El Alaoui, eminent judge and professor of theology. The famous Moroccan philosopher, Aziz Lahbabi was also born and raised in this house. Riad La Maison Bleue is located in one of the most historic quarters of the Fès Medina.


Today, Riad Maison Bleue, the second guest house restored and run by the El Abbadi family, consists of three interconnecting courtyards where guests feel as though they are negotiating the laneways of the ancient Medina of Fès.

Renovated from ruins, the Riad Maison Bleue Fez, the annexe to La Maison Bleue, has stylish architectural and interiors but there is evidence that it is lacking in tender loving care. Three smaller houses have been interlinked to create an intimate and romantic atmosphere. The maze of stairs and passageways gave the whole place an air of mystery but the rooms are dark and the towels rather poor.

The 13 unique rooms and suites, small-scale restaurant, a so-called "spa and gym", and sexy smoking salon exude an air of luxury but it is somehow lacking. There's an Andalucian patio with a pool where you're greeted on arrival with dates stuffed with almonds and a bowl of fragrant milk. The pool area is usually heavily shaded so unfortunately, the temperature of the water is quite cold.

The House of the Astrolobes (named after five antique astrolobes that adorn the patio) is a contemplative space with creamy stucco offset by galleries of carved moucharabieh (lattice-work grilles). The furniture is an eclectic mix of antiques, retro and specially designed modern pieces.

The main courtyard, with its swimming pool and garden is surrounded by three deluxe rooms The eleven deluxe rooms and two standard rooms of the Riad are each equipped with an ensuite bathroom, reverse-cycle airconditioning, telephone, television, internet access, mini bar and room safe.


We were not as impressed with this place as we had imagined. While we appreciated the little touches in the room such as a fruit basket and trays of delicious Morrocan pastries we were less impressed by the standard of cleaning. Breakfast was good with vegetable soup and breads and pastries but the generally friendly staff was unable to answer many of our questions about the city.

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