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Riad El Amine
Luxurious Riad El Amine Fès is a beautifully restored historic residence centred on a courtyard in classic Arab-Andalusian style. Located near the UNESCO World Heritage-listed medina of Fez, this architectural gem is a member of Historic Hotels Worldwide and feels like a journey into the heart of Moroccan culture. Its tranquil, history-rich setting, where comfort and beauty take centre stage, invites discerning guests to discover the vibrant imperial city.
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Highlights of Fes
The Riad El Amine Fès is located at the entrance to the medina, in the district of Fes el Bali with its thousands of winding alleyways. The historic quarter around the Al Quaraouiyine Mosque can be reached on foot in approximately 15–20 minutes. This is where many of the city’s key sights are found, including the famous Blue Gate, historic madrasas and the Souk el Attarine with its perfumes, spices, lamps and leather goods.
Hotel Facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Lift
- Wi-Fi
- Airport transfers on request
Moroccan Luxury
The rooms and suites at Riad El Amine reflect the spirit of Fassi culture. High ceilings, columns, ornate stained-glass window and door arches, intricate mosaics, woodwork and plaster detailing are skilfully combined with furniture from different stylistic periods. The result is an elegant atmosphere that evokes the feeling of a tale from One Thousand and One Nights.
- Standard Rooms
- Junior Suites
- Ambassador Suites
Flavours of the Medina
At La Table de Fès, you can expect authentic cuisine that combines traditional recipes passed down from the owner’s grandmother with modern cooking techniques and Mediterranean influences. The two bars offer a selection of exclusive cocktails and tapas, inspired by the flavours of the medina and prepared by expert bartenders.
- Restaurant La Table De Fès
- Medina Cocktail Bar
- Sama Rooftop, Tapas & Cocktails
Clarity & Refreshment
The geometric patterns and impressive design of the spa area transport you into a world of history and quiet magic. Whether you’re enjoying a hammam ritual, a spa treatment or time in the column-lined indoor pool, ancient traditions blend seamlessly with a contemporary wellness philosophy.
- Indoor pool
- Hammam
Our Pur Life Maroc concierge service offers tailor-made travel experiences designed around your wishes. Discover the most beautiful and authentic sides of Morocco up close, guided by our local experts and Pur Life insiders. Immerse yourself in your own personal Pur Life Maroc journey.
Riad El Amine
Enjoy the flavours of Morocco over dinner at our restaurant, from aromatic tagines to delicate pastries. Set in an elegant atmosphere that reflects the region’s rich cultural heritage, the experience is complemented by warm hospitality and carefully crafted menus.
Interested in discovering local Moroccan cuisine? Under the guidance of an experienced chef, guests can learn how to prepare typical Fassi dishes themselves.
Fes
Discover the secrets of the ancient Medina of Fès with a professional guide and marvel at the history, culture and beauty of this unique imperial city. Explore historic treasures such as the famous tanneries, the oldest university in the world, magnificent medersas (Quranic schools), lively souks and impressive palaces.
This tour takes you to the impressive gates of the Royal Palace, the Jewish quarter Mellah with its distinctive Andalusian balconies, and the beautiful Jnan Sbil Gardens. Continue to the pottery district, where you can watch artisans create pottery, ceramics and traditional zellige tiles, before ending the tour with a breathtaking panoramic view over the Medina.
Visit the imperial city of Meknès, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996. Your guide will show you its beautifully preserved old town, including Bab Mansour, considered Morocco's most magnificent city gate, and the mausoleum of Sultan Moulay Ismail, who dreamed of building a second Versailles in Meknès. Continue to the ancient city of Volubilis, where you can explore 2,000-year-old Roman ruins, including residential houses, impressive mosaics, arches and even ancient baths surrounded by historic olive presses.
A camel ride at sunrise and an unforgettable night in a Berber tent. Discover the captivating beauty and silence of the Sahara on a private two-day excursion from Fès to Merzouga. Visit traditional Berber villages, ride a camel across the dunes, watch the magical play of light between sun and sand, and spend the night in a desert camp.
The medina of Chefchaouen, painted in shades of azure blue, is one of the most beautiful historic towns in Africa. At an altitude of around 600 metres, the town offers fresh mountain air and a maze of narrow alleyways, mosques, memorial sites and charming blue-and-white houses. Even though the imperial city of Fès lies about 200 kilometres away, the famous Blue Pearl of northern Morocco is well worth the journey.
