Ksar Salha

I might have some preconceived ideas before arriving in Marrakesh. Morocco was a country I had never visited before and Marrakesh a city I had only experienced though movies and media. (Hard to trust the movies and the media these days.) The perfect journey on a direct flight from Ireland saw me arrive late in the evening with a driver awaiting. The 30 minute journey to the Ksar Salha was uneventful, apart from the occasional near death experience with scooter drivers. On arrival, greeted by a gentle gatekeeper and escorted from the courtyard into the riad. Magnificent interior decor and design - very tall ceilings, colourful seating areas, expansive collection of books across a massive wall, reception area and entrance into the dining area. Warm wlcome form Fatiha then guided to my room. Up a stairway and onto a hallway that lead to my room. Beautiful , spacious with the biggest bed Ive ever seen - TV on the wall was dwarfed by the sheer size of the room with double doors leading to a balcony. Ornate, colourful, homely with a spaceous bathroom and a massive bath and seperate shower. Downstairs for supper - a chicken tagine, salads and water. I could get carried away writing about the experience but in truth words will not do justice to the experience. It's the most beautiful place to stay - I found it online as an Hotel, but it is really a beautiful family home that dates back to the 9th Century. The rooms are amazing, spaceous, clean and tidy with all the 21st century accessories you'd ever need. The facilities are perfect. The swimming pool is heated, clean and well served with sun loungers. There is a modest gym beside the pool too. Both are sat in the middle of manicured gardens - home to a peacock and peahen and cats. Trees, rose bushes, orange and lemon trees everywhere. Well-dressed hideaways everywhere if you want to get lost adn chill out completely. The stand out for me was the cuisine - i have not tasted better in any country or hotel than at Ksar Salha. Beef, chicken, vegetable tagines - Berber cuisine and my favourite lamb, prune and almond tagine. Starters and deserts just as good. The people working in the kitchen and serving the food were some of the most kind and friendly - ignoring any language barrier there maybe. And the music they play - from local to worldwide artists, at the perfect pitch for each occasion. The right distance from marrakesh and close enough to the Atlas mountains, I would say that the Ksar Salha is the ideal location for solo travellers, couples or families thatw ant to experience the true variety of this majestic country. I loved every second of my time here - the family are wonderful considerate hosts who put together a 100% authentic Moroccan / Berber experience. A wonderful family and a brilliant holiday experience - an honour to have stayed here. If you're going to spend time in the treat yourself. And bring some warm clothing if its your first time.

SCAM HOTEL beware they steal your money. Due to a funeral we were unable to check in on the original date, the hotel agreed to change date, when we arrived to Morocco only 2 days after original check in date, they classed us as a no show and refused to refund the money and also refused to let us stay. Very very horrible people and shame on you for making the situation even worse. Avoid this hotel.

We had the most wonderful stay before our journey into the atlas. Despite arriving very late we were still served dinner gone 11pm by the smiling couple who run this small boutique hotel. The rooms are gorgeous and the grounds even better. A perfect base for the mountains or the city. Thank you for the perfect start to our adventure.

A heavenly oasis 30 mins away from the Marrakesh center. Just the perfect family-oriented place, with a relaxing pool, spa, tennis/basket court, mini gym, and lots of green around to refresh your lungs. Full of peace, comfort, good food and the most wonderful hosts. Always with a personal touch that brings their hospitality and service to the next level. Thanks to Fatiha and her family I spent my birthday in the most magical way… gorgeous dinner with chandeliers, music and a cake! My first time in Morocco will always be a special one thanks to Ksar Salha and I can’t wait to come back!

Wir waren als Paar vom 10.bis 22.11.24 Gäste der total zugewandten Fatiha, ihrer zauberhaften Familie und ihren äußerst fleißigen und aufmerksamen Mitarbeitenden. Es hat uns in diesem traumhaften Umfeld an nichts gefehlt und -aufgrund der Zeit- hatten wir wirklich teilweise Räumlichkeiten wie Außenanlagen völlig für uns und konnten uns im Angesicht der mittlerweile schneebedeckten Atlasgipfel wunderbar bei immer noch 27° Celsius entspannen. Sollte es mal nach Essaouira, zur Anima oder nach Marrakesch für Events oder ähnliches gehen, so hatten wir in Abdessamad einen sicheren und verlässlichen Fahrer, der uns nach Treffpunktabsprache auch wieder abholte. Fazit: für uns ein Traumurlaub, den wir so jederzeit wiederholen würden.

Séjour exceptionnel ! Le calme, l’accueil des propriétaires, la gentillesse du personnel, la beauté du jardin et de la piscine… Tout était parfait. Situé aux abords de Marrakech, c’est toujours agréable de quitter le bruit de la ville après l’avoir visitée. On reviendra à coups sûrs !