Riad Cherifa - Chefchaouen

4-star medina-within-a-medina design with an exclusive hammam and a heated outdoor pool in Chefchaouen

Design & Rooms

Riad Cherifa is laid out like a small medina, with narrow stairways, carved cedar ceilings, and zellij tilework that turn each corridor into a gallery. Each guest room is fitted with a flat-screen TV, a seating area, and a wardrobe; the Standard Double or Twin Room includes a private bathroom with a heated towel rail. The property's decor was curated with enough detail that multiple reviewers compared it to staying in a museum or a work of art.

Wellness & Spa

Dar Cherifa operates its own on-site spa where guests can book a private, one-hour hammam treatment that uses traditional Moroccan cleaning steps inside a dedicated steam room. The spa also offers full-body massages, and the spa lounge/relaxation area provides a place to rest between treatments. This is the only property in Chefchaouen that advertises a signature hammam experience exclusive to the riad.

Pool & Outdoor Spaces

A heated outdoor swimming pool with a view of the city and mountains sits on the property, open all year and surrounded by a fence. The pool has a shallow end, and towels are provided at no extra cost; guests use the sun terrace and outdoor furniture to relax. Adjacent to the pool is the breakfast dining area, where the continental breakfast is served each morning.

Location & Services

Riad Cherifa Chefchaouen stands on a quiet side street 700 ft from the Viewpoint and Outa El Hammam Square, and within 1300 ft of the Kasba and Mohammed 5 Square. The hotel provides a free airport shuttle service from Sania Ramel Airport (29 miles), plus 24-hour front desk and concierge service. Guests also have access to board games/puzzles, a shared lounge/TV area, and free on-site street parking.

Dining & Breakfast

A continental breakfast is included for all guests at Riad Cherifa, served on the pool deck or in the indoor dining area. Breakfast offerings include eggs, Moroccan pancakes, yogurt, fresh fruit, and local pastries, plus coffee and mint tea. The riad does not serve dinner, but the staff can arrange meals at the sister hotel Casa Hassan or recommend nearby restaurants such as Café Clock.

• Design: Medina-within-a-medina layout with carved ceilings and zellij tilework
• Wellness: Private one-hour hammam and full-body massages on site
• Pool: Heated outdoor pool with mountain views and shallow end
• Location: 700 ft from Viewpoint and Outa El Hammam Square
• Services: Free airport shuttle and 24-hour concierge
• Breakfast: Continental breakfast included, served poolside
• Ideal for: Couples and cultural-heritage travelers

License number: 91000MH1845