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Dar Bensouda

4.0 star property
Hotel in Fes with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Courtyard
Turkish bath, body treatments, facials
Standard Double Room | Mountain view
Courtyard
Suite Deluxe Bensouda | Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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Superior Room | In-room safe, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite | In-room safe, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Superior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite Deluxe Bensouda | In-room safe, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Suite Deluxe Bensouda

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
14 Zkak El Bghel, Elquettanine, Fes, 30202

What's nearby

  • University of Al Quaraouiyine - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Blue Gate - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Place Bou Jeloud - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Jardin Jnan Sbil - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Fes Station - 6 min drive
  • Fes (FEZ-Saiss) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Ryad Nejjarine - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪cafe rsif - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Tarbouche - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fondouk Bazaar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Palais Amani - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Dar Bensouda

Upscale hotel located in Fes El Bali
Take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and laundry facilities at Dar Bensouda. Treat yourself to a facial, a body treatment, or a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site Moroccan cuisine restaurant, Restaurant Dar Bensouda, offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • A front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Dar Bensouda have perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like safes and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers

Languages

Arabic, English, French

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Interior detail

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  • Free WiFi
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includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking available (MAD 30 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Dar Bensouda

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body treatments
  • Facials
  • Massages
  • Turkish bath/hammam

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Safe
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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 300.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 19.80 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: MAD 200 per person (one way)
  • Nearby parking fee: MAD 30 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 300.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Bensouda
Dar Bensouda
Dar Bensouda Fes
Dar Bensouda Hotel
Dar Bensouda Hotel Fes
Riad Dar Bensouda Hotel Fes
Dar Bensouda Fes
Dar Bensouda Hotel
Dar Bensouda Hotel Fes

Frequently asked questions

Does Dar Bensouda have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Dar Bensouda pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dar Bensouda?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Dar Bensouda?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dar Bensouda?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Dar Bensouda provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of MAD 200 per person applies.

Where is Dar Bensouda located?

Located in Fes El Bali, this spa hotel is steps from Place R'cif, Saffarin Madrasa, and Seffarine Square. Moulay Idriss Zawiya and University of Al Quaraouiyine are also within 5 minutes.

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Dar Bensouda Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 125 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aboubakrine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was place to relax
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

NIDIA DIAENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the place. Staff is the best. Views are great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanghyuk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool riad built in the 17th century
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dar Bensouda was a lovely oasis of calm in the middle of the Fes medina! When I say “in the middle”, I mean it - so definitely take the option to have a porter meet you with a cart to help you with your bags through the medina! It’s a gorgeous place and reception was super helpful with helping me get in touch with my upcoming desert tour operator to arrange pick up times at location when they initially weren’t answering. Also definitely try their in-hotel hammam and their restaurant too for dinner while you are staying there! I noticed some reviews mentioned a bad smell but that was not the experience for me, throughout the hotel they had that lovely scent infuser like you get in luxury spas which I really enjoyed. Only stayed for one night as I was travelling through from Chefchaouen but wished I could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Saquib

Liked: Staff & service
This was dep in the medinah— not easy to get to and it was extremely noisy. A decent road but not a 5 star experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fabulous Riad. Stunning interior. Great location in the heart of the Fez Medina. One thing to keep in mind is that there are lot of stairs. Fez is hard if you aren't fit. We were fine but my mother would have had difficulties.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great visit. We stayed for a few nights. The hotel is technically two joined buildings. One side has a swimming pool that is great to use on a hot day. There is an extensive roof deck with good views of Fes and comfortable seating. The restaurant is good - we sometimes at breakfast, lunch and dinner there. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable. Also, the staff really went out of their way to help us. We used the spa and it was a highlight too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fidias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were told by everyone this was the best Riad in Fez and they were right. It’s about a 10 minute walk from the drop off point but it’s worth it. It’s a beautiful place like traveling back in time. We had a suite and it was large and very comfortable. The staff was amazing, very helpful. The food was made to order and it was great. I would definitely recommend it to anyone traveling to Fez.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Personnel courtois, toujours serviable et souriant. Ils sont tous ainsi! Belle chambre, bien décorée. Hôtel bien situé au cœur de la médina. Attention! Ayez un GPS pour vous retrouver dans la médina, sinon vous allez vous perdre!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

gerardo daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous Dar Bensouda Fes Medina.
Fabulous traditional Riad in the Medina of Fes, Morocco. Lovely accommodations and fantastic staff especially manager, Yessin, and Medina guide Aziz. I would highly recommend staying at Dar Bensouda to anyone going to Fes.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and excellent place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous time. Beautiful property. Warm, welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, will come back again and again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and very well maintained. The staff were excellent, particularly the GM, Yassine. He went to great lengths to make sure we were comfortable and felt welcome during a very busy week. We are grateful he was there and are glad to have met him.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An oasis of colors, calmness and beauty!
We absolutely loved our stay here! As soon as you enter the riad you step into an oasis of colors, calmness and beauty. The staff is super friendly and will do anything to make you feel at home. And we definitely felt that way! Also the food is amazing. Super fresh and tasteful, made with lots of love. Riad Dar Bensouda is the perfect stay to relax and enjoy the beauty of the old magical city of Fez. We are definitely coming back! Thank you guys!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ótimo!
Tudo muito bom!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

par

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ein wunderbares Hotel mit sehr netten Angestellten
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good ~ Nice place lovely rooftop !!! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous, historic riad in the epicenter of the Fes Medina! The staff is beyond helpful, the rooms are large and comfortable and the views of the medina from the THREE rooftop terraces are simply stunning and cannot be beat! Don’t hesitate to book your stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Unesco listed property. Unsafe neighbourhood
The hotel is perfect for anyone who wants to experience staying in a beautiful old Fes riad. The location from the nearest parking is at least 15mins walk via the labyrinth of alleyways. It is not the easiest walking journey without some helps finding it. We got conned by the porter who claimed to be from the hotel and wanted 50dh from us upon arriving at the front door. To get in and out of the riad is also a bit scary as the teenagers loitering on the streets just wanted to misguide us and make money from us. Perhaps this kind of experience applies to the whole medina of Fes. The experience going back to the hotel at night is unpleasant as we certainly do not feel safe even I was with my husband. NOT suitable for female travellers. Sadly the neighbourhood is rather not friendly (compare to Marrakech medina which is very safe). The hotel has a beautiful and big terrace which is superb for sunset. The staff are friendly and chatty. I think the hotel service could definitely improved by providing advance guidance for guests who are new to the medina of Fes, to guarantee a safe arrival, to enhance the overall experience before even stepping in to the riad. The staff could give better advice to hotel guest on how to deal with the hassle from the kids on the streets and make guests understand it is fine to walk back after certain time at night, or how to seek help if something do happen to them on the street 10meters from the front door.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019