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Hamza EL Asely

My name is Hamza, your personal travel expert and my passion is to create your dream holiday in Morocco.

To say it simply, I am passionate about travel. I have always been a very curious person and being surrounded by family members who work in the travel industry for many years, allowed me the opportunity to become a travel designer.

I believe that travel is far more than an opportunity to relax and recharge. It is the opportunity to experience cultures, beliefs, customs, and ideas that are different from our own. It provides an opportunity for understanding, learning, adventure and inspiration.

From the moment you leave the house to your safe return. I want your holiday, your honeymoon or adventure hike, to be as special as it can be.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"- Atlas Mountains
- Sahara Desert
- Imperial Cities
- Northern Morocco

I specialise in: Outdoor hiking, Cultural Tours, Community Projects, Outdoor Adventures, Local life, Custom-Made trips."

How did you get involved in travel?

"My passion for travel started a few years ago when l and went on road-trips with my brother Abdel, who is an experienced Tour guide and a Kimkim specialist.

I have accompanied Abdel on many treks and tours throughout the country which helped me gain an extensive knowledge of my country, its history and also its hidden gems which i am glad to share with my guests so they can enjoy a trip of lifetime in my beloved home country.

When I am not researching a trip for a guest, i am happily exploring a new places and experiences for myself and my friends – So many more places to visit and things to do!"

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"My favourite destination in Morocco is the Sahara desert, where the beauty of the people and landscapes is unsurpassed.

The colours change according to the sun position, so you never get tired to look around the cliffs, the sand dunes, caves, a rare tent in afar, some camels and endless sand dunes. A magnificent wilderness which made my heart fell in love with the place forever. "

Hamza is part of the following groups: Morocco Travel Agents, Morocco Family Travel Agents
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Recent trip reviews for Hamza

Amazing experience would definitely recommend...
Morocco | Jan 7 - Jan 15, 2025

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Cristine B.
Spring Valley, NV | Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025
Amazing experience would definitely recommend. Our driver Ilyace has been amazing and made our long drives fun and interesting. I love the tiziri camp amazing food indeed and the whole experience. The local family has been so hospitable as well and we felt at home. The food tour is a must for sure Said has been amazing to feed us and made sure we enjoyed it. Fatima is amazing as well sharing her knowledge about Fez. We also enjoyed the food indeed Dar Rihana, still craving of the food and... Read more

Amazing experience would definitely recommend. Our driver Ilyace has been amazing and made our long drives fun and interesting. I love the tiziri camp amazing food indeed and the whole experience. The local family has been so hospitable as well and we felt at home. The food tour is a must for sure Said has been amazing to feed us and made sure we enjoyed it. Fatima is amazing as well sharing her knowledge about Fez. We also enjoyed the food indeed Dar Rihana, still craving of the food and the presentation of the food is amazing.

Hotel Reviews
Barceló Casablanca
Casablanca

They went over and beyond to make our stay amazing and a birthday surprise for my hubby

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Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouen
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Riad Salam Fes
Fes
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The bed smells like something foul i dont know if its from The rest room or something
Dar Rihana Dades
Douar Aït Ouffi
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Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

From start to finish a luxury in the desert indeed. The best sleep we ever had and the food is amazing. The staff are all truly hospitable

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Palais Sebban
Marrakech
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Activity Reviews
Half-Day Guided Sightseeing in Fes
Half-Day Guided Sightseeing in Fes
Fes
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Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorges
Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorges
Morocco
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Architectural Elegance: A Journey through the Hassan II Mosque
Architectural Elegance: A Journey through the Hassan II Mosque
Morocco
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Dine with a local family
Dine with a local family
Morocco
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Hammam & Spa Experience Marrakech
Hammam & Spa Experience Marrakech
Morocco
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Quick tour of Casablanca with your Driver-guide
Quick tour of Casablanca with your Driver-guide
Morocco
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Chefchaoeun to Fez via Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Chefchaoeun to Fez via Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Morocco
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Marrakesh Evening Food Tour
Marrakesh Evening Food Tour
Marrakesh
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Private Transfer from Fez to Merzouga Desert
Private Transfer from Fez to Merzouga Desert
Morocco
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Sand-Boarding in Erg Chebbi
Sand-Boarding in Erg Chebbi
Merzouga

We didn’t get to experience this

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Private Transfer from Boumalne Dades to Marrakech via the Atlas Mountains
Private Transfer from Boumalne Dades to Marrakech via the Atlas Mountains
Morocco
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Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech
Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech
Marrakesh
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Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Jan 16, 2025

Hi Cristine,

Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really glad you had a great trip and enjoyed it all.

Ilyace will be pleased to know that he made your journey memorable, and we’re glad you loved Tiziri Camp and the food, it’s truly a special place.

It was wonderful having you with us, and we’d love to host you again someday. Take care and safe travels!

Warmly,
Hamza

Great Morocco Visit
Morocco | Dec 23 - Dec 30, 2024

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Prashanth R.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Jan 06, 2025
We had a great time with our driver Rashid from the time he picked us up at the airport to the time he dropped us off, as he was always there for us. We enjoyed the personal attention that he gave us. He was flexible, accommodating to our needs, and also guided us when needed. Our guide, Miriam in Fez did an amazing job with her all day tour with us. The glamping stay we had in the Sahara desert was definitely a highlight. Read more

We had a great time with our driver Rashid from the time he picked us up at the airport to the time he dropped us off, as he was always there for us.

We enjoyed the personal attention that he gave us. He was flexible, accommodating to our needs, and also guided us when needed.

Our guide, Miriam in Fez did an amazing job with her all day tour with us.

The glamping stay we had in the Sahara desert was definitely a highlight.

Hotel Reviews
La Maison Arabe
Marrakech
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Sahara Stars Dades
Boumalen Dades
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Orient Desert Camp
Merzouga
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Staff
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Palais Medina & Spa
Fès
Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kech Boutique Hotel & Spa
Marrakech
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Staff
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Activity Reviews
Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech
Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech
Marrakesh
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Food
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Private Transfer from Marrakech to  Boumalne Dades
Private Transfer from Marrakech to Boumalne Dades
Morocco
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Desert adventures around Merzouga
Desert adventures around Merzouga
Merzouga
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ATV Ride in the Dunes of Merzouga
ATV Ride in the Dunes of Merzouga
Merzouga
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A Family's Guided tour of Fez
A Family's Guided tour of Fez
Fes
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Private Transfer from Boumalne Dades to Merzouga via Todra Gorges and Erfoud
Private Transfer from Boumalne Dades to Merzouga via Todra Gorges and Erfoud
Morocco
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Private Transfer From Merzouga to Fez
Private Transfer From Merzouga to Fez
Morocco
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Private Transfer from Fes to Marrakech via Meknes and Volubilis
Private Transfer from Fes to Marrakech via Meknes and Volubilis
Morocco
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Sunrise hot air balloon ride in Marrakech
Sunrise hot air balloon ride in Marrakech
Marrakesh
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Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Jan 06, 2025

Hi Prashanth,

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re pleased to hear that you had a wonderful experience and that our team helped make your trip special.

Your feedback means a lot to us and inspires us to keep providing great service and memorable experiences. We hope to see you back in Morocco for another unforgettable journey someday.

Warm regards,
Hamza.

My daughter and I took a 10-day trip to Moroc...
Morocco | Dec 23 - Jan 1, 2025

Nazlin
Nazlin P.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2025
My daughter and I took a 10-day trip to Morocco during the winter holidays 2024. We had the most amazing experience of lifetime with Reda, who was our driver and a guide all through our stay. Reda was very reliable, trustworthy, friendly, flexible, patient and hard-working. He took care of every small details for us from the time we landed in Casablanca and all the way through our entire trip which included Marrakesh, Ait Binhoddouch, Marguza desert, Fes, Chefchaouen, Tangier, Rabat and then... Read more

My daughter and I took a 10-day trip to Morocco during the winter holidays 2024. We had the most amazing experience of lifetime with Reda, who was our driver and a guide all through our stay. Reda was very reliable, trustworthy, friendly, flexible, patient and hard-working. He took care of every small details for us from the time we landed in Casablanca and all the way through our entire trip which included Marrakesh, Ait Binhoddouch, Marguza desert, Fes, Chefchaouen, Tangier, Rabat and then back to Casablanca.

He was very punctual, flexible and went out of his way to take care of us - show us the best places around for shopping, eating and sight seeing. He stopped at every panoramic view points along the way. He escorted us all through the 10-days to a point where I did not even have to open the door of the car myself to get on and off. He even got me an extra bag to pack all my extra shopping items and even helped with packing.

He is very knowlMy daughter and I took a 10-day trip to Morocco during the winter holidays 2024. We had the most amazing experience of lifetime with Reda, who was our driver and a guide all through our stay. Reda was very reliable, trustworthy, friendly, flexible, patient and hard-working. He took care of every small details for us from the time we landed in Casablanca and all the way through our entire trip which included Marrakesh, Ait Binhoddouch, Marguza desert, Fes, Chefchaouen, Tangier, Rabat and then back to Casablanca.

He was very punctual, flexible and went out of his way to take care of us - show us the best places around for shopping, eating and sight seeing. He stopped at every panoramic view points along the way. He escorted us all through the 10-days to a point where I did not even have to open the door of the car myself to get on and off. He even got me an extra bag to pack all my extra shopping items and even helped with packing.

He is very knowledgeable about the history, culture and is an expert in showing around. I enjoyed him sharing valuable information aboout the country and places even while on the road. He is a very kind, honest and friendly driver and a guide who became our good friend over the course of the tour. I highly recommend him as your guide, driver. Kimkim booked the tour for me. Hamza was very helpful and I thank him for assigning Reda to my tour. He is very knowledgeable about the history, culture and is an expert in showing around. I enjoyed him sharing valuable information about the country and places even while on the road. He is a very kind, honest and friendly driver and a guide who became our good friend over the course of the tour. I highly recommend him as your guide, driver. Kimkim booked the tour for me. Hamza was very helpful and I thank him for assigning Reda to my tour.

Hotel Reviews
Riad Ksar Ighnda
Ait Benhaddou
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Hotel Dar Mounir
Chefchaouen
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Palais Medina & Spa
Fès
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Palais des Princesses
Marrakech
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Hilton Garden Inn Tanger City Centre
Tangier
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Barceló Casablanca
Casablanca
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Akabar luxury desert camp
Merdane
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Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Jan 06, 2025

Hi Nazlin,

Thank you for sharing your experience! We are really happy to hear that you and your daughter had such a wonderful trip with Reda. It sounds like he took great care of you both and made the journey truly enjoyable, I’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him, he’ll really appreciate it.

We’re glad to have been part of your amazing journey, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!

Safe travels!

Regards,
Hamza

We spent an *extraordinary* 10 days in Morocc...
Morocco | Dec 21 - Dec 31, 2024

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Jananne K.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 01, 2025
We spent an *extraordinary* 10 days in Morocco organized by Kimkim through Original Travels in Marrakech. We landed in Casablanca, then drove with our *fantastic* personal driver Tayebb to Rabat, Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Fez, Merzouga, Skoura, ending in Marrakesh. At every stop, we had a local personal tour guide to share the location’s history and take us on the appropriate outings/ activities. Tayebb was extraordinary company and just a great human being in every way. He was very... Read more

We spent an *extraordinary* 10 days in Morocco organized by Kimkim through Original Travels in Marrakech. We landed in Casablanca, then drove with our *fantastic* personal driver Tayebb to Rabat, Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Fez, Merzouga, Skoura, ending in Marrakesh. At every stop, we had a local personal tour guide to share the location’s history and take us on the appropriate outings/ activities. Tayebb was extraordinary company and just a great human being in every way. He was very knowledgeable, interesting, warm, and had a great sense of humor! We looked forward to seeing him every day — he felt like family by the end! Our local organizer, Saïd, was extremely responsive to our requests and at times seemed to anticipate our needs in advance! Overall, Kimkim via Original Travels both planned and executed a beautiful, memorable vacation of a lifetime!

Hotel Reviews
Dar Jasmine
Chefchaouen

Gorgeous gorgeous hotel and fantastic staff!

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Karawan Riad
Fès

Perhaps the nicest hotel we have ever visited! Mind-blowingly opulent.

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Le Casablanca Hotel
Casablanca
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Ksar El Kabbaba
Skoura

The most beautiful hotel in a beautiful trip! We wished we could have stayed longer!

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Palais Sebban
Marrakech

Beautiful hotel visually but not so comfortable in terms of updating modern amenities. More of a museum experience.

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Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

Gorgeous setting; phenomenal warm, funny, musically-gifted staff!

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Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Jan 01, 2025

Hi Jananne,

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're very happy you had an extraordinary experience exploring Morocco. It’s great to hear that Tayebb and Saïd made your journey so memorable and seamless. We’re pleased to have been part of your amazing journey and we look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in the future!

Best,
Hamza

Great trip to Morocco
Morocco | Dec 23 - Dec 30, 2024

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Sunitha B.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Dec 31, 2024
Trip planning by Hamza and Said were 5 star.
Driver Rashid was very friendly and Fez guide Miriam was amazing . Hotels were good / no delays and all went smooth. A friend got hurt and we were givrn amazing help by Mohammad driver in the desert. Helpful Feedback I can share for future travel planning is that we wish we were shown the main market square in Marrakech where snake charmers etc were there (we were taken close but not exactly there) . Also timings of travel in the itinerary...
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Trip planning by Hamza and Said were 5 star.
Driver Rashid was very friendly and Fez guide Miriam was amazing . Hotels were good / no delays and all went smooth. A friend got hurt and we were givrn amazing help by Mohammad driver in the desert. Helpful Feedback I can share for future travel planning is that we wish we were shown the main market square in Marrakech where snake charmers etc were there (we were taken close but not exactly there) . Also timings of travel in the itinerary are not accurate - fez to Marrakech took almost double the time . Wish we were told about flight options . Overall had a great time. Kimkim is very reliable and great service

Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Dec 31, 2024
Dear Sunitha, Thank you for your kind review! I’m delighted to hear that Rachid and Meriam helped make your journey to Morocco so special. I’ll be sure to share your feedback with Rachid, he’ll be happy to know you enjoyed your time with him. I’m also glad the trip went smoothly overall and that Mohamed could assist during your friend’s injury in the desert. It’s really great to hear that our team was there for you when you needed support. We’ve already highlighted travel times and key... Read more

Dear Sunitha,

Thank you for your kind review! I’m delighted to hear that Rachid and Meriam helped make your journey to Morocco so special. I’ll be sure to share your feedback with Rachid, he’ll be happy to know you enjoyed your time with him.

I’m also glad the trip went smoothly overall and that Mohamed could assist during your friend’s injury in the desert. It’s really great to hear that our team was there for you when you needed support.

We’ve already highlighted travel times and key locations, like the main market square in Marrakech, in our itineraries. However, we’ll revisit these details to ensure they’re as clear and helpful as possible.

It’s wonderful to know you had a great time overall and found our service reliable. It was a pleasure helping you plan your trip, and I hope we’ll have the chance to assist you again in the future!

Warm regards,
Hamza

Our guide and driver Oussama is superb. He i...
Morocco | Nov 20 - Dec 2, 2024

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J G.
Singapore | Reviewed on Dec 03, 2024
Our guide and driver Oussama is superb. He is considerate, responsive, pragmatic, knowledgeable, has a good sense of humour, and he goes extra miles to be helpful. We have enjoyed his company over the journey and are thankful for his presence and assistance throughout the trip. The organizers Said and Hazma are both excellent, indeed impeccable. Read more

Our guide and driver Oussama is superb. He is considerate, responsive, pragmatic, knowledgeable, has a good sense of humour, and he goes extra miles to be helpful. We have enjoyed his company over the journey and are thankful for his presence and assistance throughout the trip.

The organizers Said and Hazma are both excellent, indeed impeccable.

Hotel Reviews
Lalla Ghayta
Riad Salam Fes
Fes
Hôtel & Spa Le Doge
Casablanca
Kasbah Izoran
Midelt
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga
Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Dec 04, 2024

Hi J G,

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're glad to hear thatour team made such a positive impact on your trip. It's wonderful to know that Oussama’s professionalism, warmth, and extra effort helped make your journey memorable. We'll be sure to pass along your feedback to him and to Said as well. Your appreciation means a lot to us, and we're so glad you had such a great experience. We hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!

Best Wishes,
Hamza

The trip was flawless and everything went as planned
Morocco | Nov 22 - Dec 1, 2024

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Ray G.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Dec 03, 2024
The trip was flawless and everything planned went smoothly. Hamza and Said were extremely helpful in helping us decide on the route and stops. Illyas was our driver and was extremely friendly and a very safe drive. Local guides were all very good as were the hotels. Our favourite stop was our overnight in the Sahara as well as the spectacular drive the following day through the Atlas Mountains. Read more

The trip was flawless and everything planned went smoothly. Hamza and Said were extremely helpful in helping us decide on the route and stops. Illyas was our driver and was extremely friendly and a very safe drive. Local guides were all very good as were the hotels.

Our favourite stop was our overnight in the Sahara as well as the spectacular drive the following day through the Atlas Mountains.

Hotel Reviews
Riad Salam Fes
Fes

This hotel wows you with its public areas and the rooms. I have deducted a star because the bathrooms are in need of a refresh (shower head was old and rusty and the sing was cracked). Also the rooms are around courtyards (as expected in a Riad), but there was quite a lot of noise from children until late at night.

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La Maison Arabe Hotel
Marrakech

One of the best hotels I have ever stayed in. The public areas are amazing and rooms super comfortable. The staff are extremely efficient and helpful

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Not too far from the Medina but the walk is along a busy road - the hotel is in a quiet location
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Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Dec 04, 2024
Hi Ray, Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad to hear that everything went smoothly during your trip and that you enjoyed the route, stops, and the guidance from Said and me. It’s great to know that Illyas provided safe and friendly service, and that the local guides and hotels also met your expectations. I’m glad to hear you loved the Sahara overnight experience and the drive through the Atlas Mountains – truly unforgettable! I also appreciate your constructive feedback regarding... Read more

Hi Ray,

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad to hear that everything went smoothly during your trip and that you enjoyed the route, stops, and the guidance from Said and me. It’s great to know that Illyas provided safe and friendly service, and that the local guides and hotels also met your expectations.

I’m glad to hear you loved the Sahara overnight experience and the drive through the Atlas Mountains – truly unforgettable! I also appreciate your constructive feedback regarding the riad in Fes, and I’ll make sure it’s shared with the team to ensure future improvements.

Thank you again for choosing us, and I hope we have the opportunity to guide you on another amazing trip in the future!

Best Wishes,
Hamza

Most of the trip was wonderful. Our driver Ay...
Morocco | Nov 9 - Nov 17, 2024

Carol
Carol W.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Nov 24, 2024
Most of the trip was wonderful. Our driver Ayoub was amazing. A friend by end of the trip. Our Fes guide Sharif was also very knowledgeable, as was Siad in Marrakesh. We enjoyed and learned from them both. However the accommodations were mostly unacceptable. Our first one in Chefchaouen was good, but Fes and Marrakesh were very disappointing. My thoughts? Deluxe hotels were indeed selected, yet our rooms appeared to be the worst available at both locations, Fes and Marrakesh. We peaked in... Read more

Most of the trip was wonderful. Our driver Ayoub was amazing. A friend by end of the trip. Our Fes guide Sharif was also very knowledgeable, as was Siad in Marrakesh. We enjoyed and learned from them both.

However the accommodations were mostly unacceptable. Our first one in Chefchaouen was good, but Fes and Marrakesh were very disappointing. My thoughts? Deluxe hotels were indeed selected, yet our rooms appeared to be the worst available at both locations, Fes and Marrakesh. We peaked in to other rooms to see what they were like and they were so much nicer. We felt exploited. After spending so much money to go deluxe, and then be given 2nd rate rooms, was a slap in the face. Our room in Fes even had someone’s sheets on the bed. When we pulled down the bed to go to sleep, hair was all over the sheets the sheets, and some stains to boot. It took an hour to get someone up to change them which ended up being a waiter and desk girl…not their jobs. The shower door didn’t close, and the toilet wasn’t bolted to the floor so teetered when used. I do not consider this deluxe accommodations. It seems there are so many parts to KimKim getting pieces of the pie, that the intermediary people take advantage of us vacationers by selecting cheap rooms so they can pocket more profit.

Hotel Reviews
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouen

Beautiful room and wonderful people who worked there.

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Riad Salam Fes
Fes

Pros: Very nice staff and beautiful ajoining Riads, and rooms when I peeked into other rooms. Very good location. Con’s: Dirty room. Hair on sheets when we pulled bed down to get into, plus some stains. Shower door that didn’t close. Toilet not well bolted to floor. We were given the cheapest room in the Riad after paying deluxe prices. Small and dark. Filthy rugs. Awkward to get to room, with lots of stairs. Not enough tables to accommodate diners so had to eat by ourselves outside. It was cold.

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Palais Sebban
Marrakech

Beautiful riad, well situated, fabulous staff and restaurant. Our room was one of the least comfortable, very awkward layout, with steep stairs going from front door (after climbing about 3 flights already) down to the actual room. It did have two wonderful terraces, but the room was strange, with a shower and sink opened up into the bedroom, and a tiny bathroom cabinet. It was very narrow, like a wide corridor. Friday nights are enchanting with a trio of musicians and a belly dancer, plus unique meals served just that night. I was sick so the staff prepared a concoction every night of honey and lemon and ginger to help me sleep.

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Barceló Casablanca
Casablanca

Good place to stop on the way from airport. Room was okay. A nice dinner buffet.

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Activity Reviews
Explore the Grandeur of Hassan II Mosque
Explore the Grandeur of Hassan II Mosque
Morocco
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A Scenic Journey: From Casablanca to Chefchaouen
A Scenic Journey: From Casablanca to Chefchaouen
Morocco

Enjoyed Ayoub our driver. Very personable and knowledgeable. Saw interesting things we couldn’t have witnessed by plane or train.

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Journey of Colours: Roman Ruins of Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Journey of Colours: Roman Ruins of Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Morocco
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Fes Unveiled: Unravel the Riches of Morocco's Ancient City
Fes Unveiled: Unravel the Riches of Morocco's Ancient City
Fes

Give clients paying for deluxe accommodations deluxe accommodations. You can’t put us in a deluxe hotel and give us the cheapest room. Not good.

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Exploring Morocco's Historic Path: Fes to Marrakech Adventure
Exploring Morocco's Historic Path: Fes to Marrakech Adventure
Morocco

Nice riad, but we seemed to have the cheapest room, again, in the deluxe accommodations after paying deluxe prices. The breakfasts were great and generous, the restaurant delicious, and the staff fabulous.

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Explore the Magic of Marrakesh: A Guided Tour
Explore the Magic of Marrakesh: A Guided Tour
Marrakesh

We loved Siad our guide. Very knowledge and accommodating.

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Indulge in a Three-Hour Cooking Experience at La Maison Arabe
Indulge in a Three-Hour Cooking Experience at La Maison Arabe
Marrakesh

Totally fabulous! The teacher was very well prepared and patient with us all. The meal? Wow!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Casablanca Odyssey: Explore Casablanca with your driver
Casablanca Odyssey: Explore Casablanca with your driver
Morocco

Nice mosque. Interesting tour.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Nov 26, 2024
Hi Carol, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. While we are glad to hear that much of your trip was wonderful and that Ayoub, Sharif, and Said enhanced your experience, we regret to learn about your concerns regarding the accommodations. Please allow me to address this matter clearly and thoroughly. The hotels selected for your trip are the same properties we have consistently used for other travelers who have rated us highly, contributing to the 500+ excellent reviews on KimKim... Read more

Hi Carol,

Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. While we are glad to hear that much of your trip was wonderful and that Ayoub, Sharif, and Said enhanced your experience, we regret to learn about your concerns regarding the accommodations. Please allow me to address this matter clearly and thoroughly.

The hotels selected for your trip are the same properties we have consistently used for other travelers who have rated us highly, contributing to the 500+ excellent reviews on KimKim (4.9 rating), 120+ on TripAdvisor (5.0 rating), and 85 on Google (5.0 rating). These properties are known for providing high-quality service and have been a reliable part of our deluxe offerings. However, we understand that your experience with the rooms in Fez and Marrakech did not meet your expectations, and for this, we sincerely apologize.

It is crucial to clarify that our primary commitment as your travel provider is to deliver an exceptional and seamless experience, and we take this responsibility with the utmost seriousness. Every detail of your trip is planned with transparency, care, and dedication to ensure the highest quality of service. While we recognize and value KimKim’s role as a platform facilitating connections between travelers and trusted providers like ourselves, any suggestion that resources are misallocated or that exploitation occurs is entirely unfounded and misrepresents how we operate.

We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, as reflected in the overwhelmingly positive feedback we have received from hundreds of satisfied travelers. Accusations of such practices are not only inaccurate but also undermine the effort and dedication of our entire team in delivering the best possible experiences for our guests.

It is important to recognize that room preferences can sometimes vary, and while occasional issues may arise, they can often be resolved quickly with simple communication. This is why we encourage all our guests to share their concerns in the moment so we can act swiftly to ensure their comfort.

In Marrakech, we even offered you a complimentary upgrade to a Prestige Room at the riad as a gesture to ensure your comfort and satisfaction. Typically, when guests encounter issues with their rooms, we address them immediately. If necessary, we do not hesitate to change rooms or even move to a different hotel entirely to provide the best possible experience. Our operations manager checks in daily with our guests to ensure everything is going well, and in your case, we were informed that all was fine. A quick message about any dissatisfaction during your stay would have allowed us to rectify the situation immediately and enhance your experience further.

Thank you again for bringing these concerns to our attention. Your feedback helps us continue improving our services, and we are committed to ensuring your future experiences are nothing short of exceptional.

Regards,
Hamza

GREAT EXPERIENCE
Morocco | Sep 29 - Oct 8, 2024

Catalina
Catalina C.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 14, 2024

Overall we had an amazing experience during our trip to Morocco. The hospitality of the people is incredible, food was delicious, the cities are enchanting and our driver Samir was absolutely the best! If you visit Morocco you definitely have to have Samir as your driver. He is kind, knowledgable, respectful, punctual and will show you the best local places and not only the ones were all tourists go. He knows the best spots for pictures and real Moroccan food.

Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Oct 15, 2024

Hi Catalina,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience in Morocco and that Samir helped make your trip even more memorable. Your kind words about the hospitality, food, and enchanting cities of Morocco mean a lot to us. We’re so glad you enjoyed exploring the local spots with Samir, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! Safe travels and thanks again!

Best,
Hamza

Exploring Morocco in 10 days
Morocco | Sep 29 - Oct 8, 2024

Cristy
Cristy C.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 09, 2024
We have used kimkim in the past to book other trips because they never disappoint. Hamza and Said were quick to answer all our questions and give us tips to make sure we booked the trip of our dreams. They take out the stress out of travelling as you know hotels, transfers and activities are all booked beforehand. Everything is well timed and organized and we felt safe at all times. We met our driver Samir in the airport and let me tell you he is great! If we travel to Morocco make... Read more

We have used kimkim in the past to book other trips because they never disappoint.

Hamza and Said were quick to answer all our questions and give us tips to make sure we booked the trip of our dreams. They take out the stress out of travelling as you know hotels, transfers and activities are all booked beforehand.

Everything is well timed and organized and we felt safe at all times.

We met our driver Samir in the airport and let me tell you he is great! If we travel to Morocco make sure you request him! Not only he is a safe driver, puntual and very knowledgeable, he is always extremely helpful and kind.
He always kept the care impeccably clean and fresh for us. Gave us tips on where and how to deal with merchants. Brought is to the best hidden gema to eat. Explained us how to tip and haggle and told us many stories about his country and their culture. Truly an exceptional human being that always made us smile.

Thank you Samir for making our visit to your country extra special!

Our tour guide in Marrakech was Hanan! Kudos to her too! Very kind young lady. Knowledgeable and funny. She never pushed
us to buy and she genuinely cares for her trade.

When in Marrakech make sure you book the hammam experience! We love the exfoliation, mask and massage. The tea and the pampering where unparalleled.

To give you an idea of our vacation, here is the itinerary:
Marrakesh (3 nights)
Aït Benhaddou (1 night)
Merzouga (1 night)
Fes (2 nights)
Rabat (1 night)
Chefchaouen (1 night)

We liked our itinerary and really recommend visiting the Merzouga desert. The camel ride and watching the sunset on the dunes of the Sahara is a one in a lifetime experience. That being said make sure you book a luxury camp, which means having AC and a private bathroom in your tent, anything else might feel daunting, or at least for us.

The cooking class and mosaic workshop are also very fun. I wished the cooking class was in a more authentic kitchen instead of a super fancy riad as it would add value to the experience but it was still a lot of fun and our Chef Mounia was a delight.

Coming with an open mind is a must. Remember you are no longer back home. Be ready to haggle is part of the culture.

Ask before taking pictures as many people, specially in tourist spots like the main square in the Marrakech medina, are there for money and will expect a tip.

Culture is different and accommodations too. Instead of comparing, admire the richness of this country and adjust to what is being offered to you.

We were mesmerized by the beauty of the intricate work in the mosaics and the carvings and hand paint job in the cedar ceilings.
The quality of natural beauty products!
The kaftans 😍 the lamps, the leather work! There is sooo much to admire but above all we loved how kind and generous Moroccans are!

The food is delicious and the pastries and sweets too. The fresh bread, olives and mint tea a delicacy.

Thanks again Hamza, Said and Samir! We will be sire to be back!

Hotel Reviews
Akabar luxury desert camp
Merdane

No AC in room not even a fan. Bathroom smelled like sewer and had leaking rusting pipes. Beds were extremely hard to sleep on. We understand we are in the middle of the desert but know about other camps that had better and cleaners accomodations.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Terra Bahia
Marrakech

Well located although the alley where its located is quite dark and difficult to walk at night. Super Kind staff. Comfortable beds and good shower! Shampoo, body gel and body cream smelled fantastic. Good big breakfast. Terrible humidity smell covered with too much burning incense.

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Location
Staff
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Kasbah Titrit
Ait Ben Haddou

Very well located hotel. Super ample room with balcony and a huge comfortable bed. A bit difficult to take a shower in the bathroom but overall one of the nicest accommodations. Super kind staff. Good dinner and good breakfast. Very bad wifi, we had to be downstairs to get any reception.

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Riad Ghita
Fes

Location was not that great it was a bit far from the medina and we didnt dare walk alone at night. Beautiful riad. Magnificent decoration and kind staff. Delicious food, specially all the cookies and pastries. Comfortable beds and good bathroom. The only problem is our room was in the second floor, which really meant more like a 4th floor and the stairs where very difficult to climb, with steps deeper than others we almost fell a couple of times. Make sire ro ask for a room in the main floor.

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Riad Dar Zouhour
Rabat

Well located Kind staff Comfortable beds although the second bed was up high on a mezzanine and the stairs where really steep. Good bathroom So so breakfast.

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Staff
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Hotel Dar Mounir
Chefchaouen

Well located but hard to get too it. Staff was ok Room very tight and in ours was located in a bottom floor that was very noisy as the street was just above us. Bathroom was not very clean the shower floor was quite dirty. Breakfast was not great.

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Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Oct 16, 2024

Hi Cristy,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re gald to hear that you had such a fantastic experience with us and that Said, Samir, and Hanan contributed to making your trip memorable.

We appreciate your advice on coming with an open mind and embracing the beauty of Moroccan culture. It’s truly special to hear how much you admired the local craftsmanship and hospitality.

Thank you for sharing your experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable adventure in Morocco!

Best Wishes,
Hamza