Riad Hicham, Chefchaouen

4.5 (27 reviews) · Comfort
Traditional riad with Chefchaouni-style rooms, family rooms, panoramic views, and traditional bath facilities
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Tom
Tom B.
Aug 04, 2024
NOTE: We did NOT stay at the Riad Hicham in Chefchaouen. It was overbooked and Sharon, our local travel agent in Morocco booked us in the... Read more
Linda
Linda y.
Oct 31, 2023
Love this Riad was in the midst of Chefchaquen. Charming! Staff was friendly and accommodating. Lots of stairs, Breakfast and dinner were delicious. A little noisy... Read more
Caitlin
Caitlin C.
Jun 20, 2023
Room was very nice, common areas were beautiful, meals were quite good, staff was very friendly. Great location in the main square!
David
David N.
Jan 05, 2023
This was a beautiful place!
Kris
Kris C.
Nov 29, 2022
Could not have been happier with everything about this place!!!
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Overview

Riad Hicham is a traditional, family-friendly hotel in Chefchaouen, though some of the furnishings and decor could use an update. Still, the property is brimming with history and rich Moroccan tradition. You'll stay right in the center of the Medina, just steps from the main square of Plaza Uta Hammam and the renowned Kasbah.

The hotel has thirteen rooms and suites, all crafted in the traditional Chefchaouni style. Think carved wooden windows and doors, intricate mosaic plasterwork, and floors that echo the city's history. Each room offers spacious accommodation, with past kimkim travelers praising the ambience and attention to detail. For a truly memorable experience, certain rooms and suites offer direct access to the terrace, where you can soak in panoramic views of Plaza Uta Hammam and the Rif Mountains.

The hotel's restaurant is a culinary delight, serving Moroccan dishes that past guests have highly recommended. The hotel also offers an authentic traditional bath, known as a hammam baldi, where you can enjoy the relaxing ritual. As you soak in the serenity, expert hands will help you unwind and rejuvenate.

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +212 539882125
Hotel address icon Place Utta Hammam Riad Hicham
Hotel website icon Hotel website
Travelers often mention

Summarized by AI based on kimkim traveler reviews

Perfect Location

The hotel is situated in an ideal location, close to the main square, restaurants, medina, and other attractions in Chefchaouen. Guests consistently praised its convenience for exploring the area. (10 mentions)

Caitlin
“Great location in the main square!”  — Caitlin C.
Pam
“Location was perfect, just off the main square, within easy walking distance to lots of restaurants the medina and various attractions.”  — Pam C.
Kai
“The location was just what we wanted, in the heart of the Medina.”  — Kai K.
Friendly Staff

The staff were frequently mentioned as being welcoming, friendly, and accommodating, making guests feel at home during their stay. (8 mentions)

Linda
“Staff was friendly and accommodating.”  — Linda y.
Pam
“The staff were very welcoming, helpful and friendly.”  — Pam C.
S
“They worked so hard to make our stay enjoyable.”  — Sheri E.
Comfortable Rooms

Many guests found the rooms to be comfortable and spacious, with some noting beautiful views over the square and attractive decor. However, there were a few mentions of rooms being small or having thin mattresses. (8 mentions)

Maria
“The beds were very comfortable and we slept well.”  — Maria M.
D
“Great room with view over square and all the activity.”  — Diana G.
Pam
“Our room was spacious and comfortable.”  — Pam C.
Excellent Food

Guests enjoyed delicious meals at the hotel's restaurant, with positive mentions of breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The food was consistently praised for its quality. (7 mentions)

Linda
“Breakfast and dinner were delicious.”  — Linda y.
Pam
“The Riad Hicham Restaurant, was excellent we enjoyed the breakfast, ate a lunch in pretty little alcove in the courtyard, very romantic.”  — Pam C.
D
“In house restaurant had great meals.”  — Diana G.

Traveler Reviews

27 total ratings, 18 with reviews
4.5
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
4.8
Location
4.8
Staff
4.7
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.3
Tom
Tom B.
Kennewick, WA | Reviewed on Aug 04, 2024
NOTE: We did NOT stay at the Riad Hicham in Chefchaouen. It was overbooked and Sharon, our local travel agent in Morocco booked us in the Lina Riad and Spa instead. She indicated that this was an upgrade from the Riad Hicham. This review is for the Lina Riad and Spa, NOT Riad Hicham. Lina Riad was wonderful! It was a bit of a walk up the hill from the main square and our room was up several flights of stairs -- almost the top floor. The benefit was that we had our own personal (and HUGE)... Read more

NOTE: We did NOT stay at the Riad Hicham in Chefchaouen. It was overbooked and Sharon, our local travel agent in Morocco booked us in the Lina Riad and Spa instead. She indicated that this was an upgrade from the Riad Hicham. This review is for the Lina Riad and Spa, NOT Riad Hicham.

Lina Riad was wonderful! It was a bit of a walk up the hill from the main square and our room was up several flights of stairs -- almost the top floor. The benefit was that we had our own personal (and HUGE) balcony/patio overlooking the city and the valley beyond. Glorious.

The breakfasts were superb -- we started getting the idea of how generous Moroccan breakfasts are -- so many types of breads (served without asking), unique (as well as "standard") preparations of eggs and meats, juices and hot tea or coffee.

The Riad includes a spa (which we did not indulge ourselves with) but they also have a small indoor pool which you can book for an hour of private time. We did do this at the end of our full day in Chefchaouen. It was so relaxing! Not to be missed.

Authenticity & Character
Riad Lina is a traditional "riad" architecture with rooms and sitting areas on several floors surrounding a central atrium. However it is very modernly furnished and appointed and very clean.
Location
Gorgeous view from our room, but a ways up the hill from the main square (a small price to pay!). The walk is through the narrow shop-lineds streets of the medina, so it was never a burden! (Maybe it was for the porter carrying our luggage!)
Staff
The staff was very friendly and always very helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The cleaning staff was really meticulous. We saw them dusting the plants in the hallways and they came out and cleaned our private patio each day (including the big skylight) that looks down into the atrium... not to mention the room itself.
Stayed in May 2024
Maria
Maria M.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Mar 31, 2024
This is a nice spot with beautiful people and delicious food. It's a perfect location. The beds were very comfortable and we slept well. Read more

This is a nice spot with beautiful people and delicious food. It's a perfect location. The beds were very comfortable and we slept well.

Authenticity & Character
This is a traditional riad. I'm not sure they come more authentic. It was very special.
Location
You can't get a better location. In the middle of the medina but quiet at night.
Staff
Everyone is so kind and warm. We felt very welcome.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds were very comfortable. The room was adequately spacious. The only issue was that the drain in one of the bathrooms had an odour.
Stayed in March 2024
Donna
Donna S.
Bermuda | Reviewed on Nov 10, 2023
Quirky with all the steps; great staff and in the best location!! Read more

Quirky with all the steps; great staff and in the best location!!

Authenticity & Character
Quirky layout with lots of steps - not for those who have isses climbing stairs.
Location
Just off the main square and easy to find!
Staff
Great accomodating staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean and comfy!!
Stayed in October 2023
Linda
Linda y.
Bayonne, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 31, 2023
Love this Riad was in the midst of Chefchaquen. Charming! Staff was friendly and accommodating. Lots of stairs, Breakfast and dinner were delicious. A little noisy if your room is over the courtyard. The view was wonderful, the group in the courtyard were celebrating a birthday until about 10:30pm. Otherwise, Just lovely!! Read more

Love this Riad was in the midst of Chefchaquen. Charming! Staff was friendly and accommodating. Lots of stairs, Breakfast and dinner were delicious. A little noisy if your room is over the courtyard. The view was wonderful, the group in the courtyard were celebrating a birthday until about 10:30pm. Otherwise, Just lovely!!

Authenticity & Character
Full of color, warmth and overflowing with a blue beauty built on the side of the hill
Location
It is located in the main square of the Medina, Romantic view
Staff
Reception at check-in kind, friendly and courteous. Very attentive especially in the dining area.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Our room was clean and accommodating, Staff very attentive
Stayed in October 2023
Jane
Jane S.
Mozambique | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2023
The room was great, food was excellent. It's a complicated maze to get in and out, but once you get that down, you can't beat the location!! Would definitely recommend it! And I loved Chefchaouen!! Read more

The room was great, food was excellent. It's a complicated maze to get in and out, but once you get that down, you can't beat the location!! Would definitely recommend it! And I loved Chefchaouen!!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in June 2023
Caitlin
Caitlin C.
Stoughton, MA | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2023
Room was very nice, common areas were beautiful, meals were quite good, staff was very friendly. Great location in the main square! Read more

Room was very nice, common areas were beautiful, meals were quite good, staff was very friendly. Great location in the main square!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in May 2023
J
june l.
West Palm Beach, FL | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2023
Nice room but was dirty with hair all over in showers and beds with thin mats on cement for some of the beds. I think options are limited in the area though. Staff was nice Read more

Nice room but was dirty with hair all over in showers and beds with thin mats on cement for some of the beds. I think options are limited in the area though. Staff was nice

Authenticity & Character
Authenticity & Character
Location
Location
Staff
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cleaner
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in May 2023
T
Thomas G.
Sahuarita, AZ | Reviewed on May 26, 2023
Narrow winding stairs going in different directions as this hotel added more rooms over the years in what seems to be a haphazard fashion. We actually got lost one time trying to get out for the evening. Read more

Narrow winding stairs going in different directions as this hotel added more rooms over the years in what seems to be a haphazard fashion. We actually got lost one time trying to get out for the evening.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Better sound barriers for the ground floor as the rooms are right next to the town square.
Staff
Very good service in the restaurant. Our waiter went the extra step to accommodate us.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were too dark to tell if it was clean or not.
Stayed in May 2023
David
David N.
Canada | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023
This was a beautiful place! Read more

This was a beautiful place!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Service was very slow.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in January 2023
Kris
Kris C.
De Soto, MO | Reviewed on Nov 29, 2022
Could not have been happier with everything about this place!!! Read more

Could not have been happier with everything about this place!!!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in December 2021

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +212 539882125
Hotel address icon Place Utta Hammam Riad Hicham
Hotel website icon Hotel website

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