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Dar El Ghalia

4.0 star property
Upscale Fes riad in Fes El Bali with 3 restaurants

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Dar El Ghalia

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Courtyard
Outdoor rock climbing
Senior Suite
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Moroccan cuisine
Terrace/patio

Overview of Dar El Ghalia

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Check out the area

Map
13 Derb Ras Rhi Ras Jnan Medina, Fes, 30110
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Al Quaraouiyine7 min walk
  • Popular LocationZaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani9 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlue Gate16 min walk
  • AirportFes (FEZ-Saiss)18 min drive
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Room options

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Royal Suite, Courtyard View

Royal Suite, Courtyard View

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
13 bathrooms
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Senior Suite

Senior Suite

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | View from room

Junior Suite

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
13 bathrooms
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
13 bathrooms
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Fes

Located in Fes, Dar El Ghalia is in the city centre. Talisman Art Gallery and Dar Batha Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Place R'cif and Medersa Bou-Inania. Travelling with kids? Consider Fondouk Tsetouanien and Aux Merveilles du Tapis. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around Fes.
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What's nearby

  • University of Al Quaraouiyine - 7 min walk
  • Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani - 9 min walk
  • Medersa Bou-Inania - 15 min walk
  • Blue Gate - 16 min walk
  • Place Bou Jeloud - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Fes Station - 5 min drive
  • Fes (FEZ-Saiss) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurant Ryad Nejjarine - 9 min walk
  • Palais Amani - 11 min walk
  • Le Tarbouche - 13 min walk
  • cafe rsif - 1 min walk
  • Fondouk Bazaar - 13 min walk

About this property

Dar El Ghalia

Upscale family-friendly riad located in Fes El Bali
Consider a stay at Dar El Ghalia and take advantage of free full breakfast, a free manager's reception and a rooftop terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the Turkish bath/hammam or steam room, and indulge in a manicure/pedicure or a massage. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and Moroccan cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities such as horse riding. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as 3 coffee shops/cafes and an arcade/games room.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Valet parking (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and access to a nearby health club
  • Express check-in, supervised childcare (surcharge) and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage, 1 meeting room and a computer station
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 13 bathrooms with free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Patios, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 2 per day); reservations required
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 3 km
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Parking on site (EUR 2 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 3 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Dar El Tajine

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Health club
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Building
  • Built in 1845
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 13 bathrooms
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

Outdoor space

  • Patio

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 AM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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 EUR 30.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 25 per night (for stays between 21 December and 5 January)
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 50.00
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 25 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 50
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 25 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 90.92
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 50 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 90.92
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 50 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 40
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 25 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.44 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: EUR 20 (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle transfer per child: EUR 20 (one-way), from 1 to 12 years old

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 20 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 10 (one-way), (from 1 to 12 years old)
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 2 per night
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 3 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 2 per day
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and cash

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from July to September
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is also known as

Dar El Ghalia
Dar Ghalia
Dar Ghalia Hotel
Dar Ghalia Hotel El
Dar El Ghalia Fes
Dar El-Ghalia Hotel Fes
Dar El Ghalia Hotel Fes
Dar El Ghalia Hotel
Dar El Ghalia Fes
Dar El Ghalia Riad
Dar El Ghalia Riad Fes

Frequently asked questions

Does Dar El Ghalia have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Dar El Ghalia?

As of 30 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dar El Ghalia on 4 May 2024 start from €54.43, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Dar El Ghalia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dar El Ghalia?

Self-parking is available for EUR 2 per night. Valet parking is available for EUR 3 per day.

What time is check-in at Dar El Ghalia?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Dar El Ghalia?

Checkout is at 12:30 PM.

Does Dar El Ghalia provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 20 per vehicle applies.

Where is Dar El Ghalia located?

This family-friendly Fes riad is located in the historical district, within a 5-minute walk of Place R'cif, Saffarin Madrasa and Seffarine Square. Souk El Attarine and Henna Souk are also within 10 minutes.

Dar El Ghalia Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 93 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hicham

Liked: Staff & service
Very nice Riad with a grandeur feeling - my room was large and when enjoying the patio you can really see all the little touches that add to its charm. Location is literally a 3 minutes walk from where you can take a cab. Great Riad within the Medina and very nice host
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

peeter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
just amazing
It was the best stay of my 10days trip without any doubt! What a place! Riad with history , very authentic. As I was only guest for 2 nights, I got excellent service and huge room with all the comfort. Owner had lived there forever runs the place, so it was great to hear about history. Absolutely good restaurant, nice breakfast. Recommendation: use the tour-guide that they offer you-helps a lot to navigate in the city. Only negative aspect: parking-they just do not have it and You have to leave you car in 7 minutes distance...if they have space in there at all
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Goos Value
The hotel is a little hard to find, but they have a spray painted sign on the wall (high up) nearby. There is an elevator to get to your rooms, breakfast was nice, room was a little dusty but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
an amazing palace-like property with a real old-world sensibility, and an outstanding staff - friendly and helpful in every way.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is beautiful and the breakfast is nice. It really is a special place that makes you feel like you've gone back in time. I highly recommend it. The towels could have been fresher is my only feedback. We also received help finding a good guide, which I appreciated. We loved Mohammad, who served us breakfast and helped to walk us to the taxis when we needed help.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Authentic Riad
This was a nice riad, but could be great. The building is spectacular and I hope someone soon gives it the TLC it deserves. The wine and beer selection was inclusive but the availability of what was on the menu was disappointing... it would be better to have listed only what is really available. The upstairs terrace was dusty but we enjoyed an evening up there despite this. The attentiveness of the main hostess and his helper was on point. Our stay overall was good because our expectations were reasonable based in the price. I would also recommend the riad but at present it is a 3-star property with 5-star potential!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Access to property very poor and had to be accompanied in case you got lost .
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's beautiful and in such a fun location! The staff goes above and beyond. Tons of smiles. Felt like home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very beautiful place
Very beautiful place. The place itself can be a tourist attraction. Very helpful and friendly staff. Delicious food. However, half the time, there was no hot water. The location is also not that good as it is difficult to find it amidst the labyrinth that is the old city. The bedroom was upstairs which was slightly inconvenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Off season leaves poor impression
A spectacularly beautiful setting--almost like a movie set ( of 2 centuries wealthy decor). The large dining room was the centerpiece: We were excited when we walked in. Off season the staff were not particularly interested enough in us to bother much- except to collect money. The breakfast was not palatable. So we didn't bother the next day. The server for dinner did not have a clue about serving utensils or other needs! (Probably his & the cook's first night?) Our room was very dark making reading difficult. While 2 antique lamps stood ready, there were no outlets to reach them! The bed was comfortable. The bolster and pillows challenged comfort. The bathroom was very good as was our room's decor. The winding thru the medina eventuality made us feel successful at finding our way back. Note: look way up to see signs for it! In a summary: We suspect El Ghalia is a wonderful setting in which to stay. We just can't say this for February.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019