(Marrakech)

			Reservations - All our holidays are tailor-made so please feel free to request any combination of hotels, riads or tours for your own holiday. The minimum reservation for our accommodation only service is 3 nights in total, although not necessarily at same property. Simply contact us by phone or email or complete one of our enquiry forms. Why Rediscover? - All our reservations staff have worked in Morocco (or visited extensively) and will be more than happy to offer advice and suggestions on any of our featured destinations, tours and properties. Prices - our prices are similar to or quite often cheaper than our internet competitors or booking directly and significantly cheaper than those producing expensive brochures whilst our service, knowledge and after sales care is second to none. Security - Rediscover the World is a member of the TTA (T6816), we also hold our own ATOL bond (T7172). We therefore provide full financial security and assistance should any part of your holiday not happen entirely to plan. If you were to assemble your holiday yourself you may not have this sort of protection.

An absolute gem of a riad and one of our favourites, the 18th century Riad Kniza is located close to one of the nine gates of the 12th century ramparts of Marrakech and only 15 minutes walk from the Koutoubia Mosque. The Riad Kniza is a real treasure in the heart of the city and is one of our most popular properties in the luxury selection.

The riad is owned by Mohammed Bouskri, a real gentleman and a former tour guide of Marrakech who has shown many dignitaries around the city in his time including 4 US Presidents. Mr Bouskri will be more than delighted to share his deep knowledge of the city and country with guests of the riad. The riad itself is run by his son, educated partly in the US, who speaks many languages, including Hebrew, and makes you feel instantly at home. Mohammed's wife owns an antique shop in the city and there is evidence throughout the riad from the beautiful silver jewellery displayed in the lounge to the black and white prints on the staircase dating from the 1890’s.

The riad renovation was a labour of love and the attention to detail is phenomenal. The stunning cedar woodwork on the ceilings and doors was hand carved by 18 craftsmen over a period of two years. The fabrics were handmade by the same lady who makes the curtains for the Royal Palace - look out for the cream and red curtains in the downstairs lounge; these were completely embroidered by hand and took 4 years alone to make. Looking down to the central courtyard from above you can appreciate the carvings around the top of the patio. These sayings, based on the Koran, were again initially sketched by hand and recreated in plasterwork.

Accommodation: There are 11 rooms and suites in total -

* 2 Deluxe rooms Oriental (double) and Marjana (twin but can be made into a double)

* 2 Superior Deluxe rooms Samar (double) and Qamar (twin or double)

* 2 Junior Suites Loubana (twin or double) and Johara (twin or double)

* 4 Senior Suites Sultan and Kenza (doubles), Ambar & Yakout (twin or double)

* 1 Royal Suite Bahia (double)

All the rooms and suites are equipped with satellite TV, air conditioning, bathroom with separate WC, safe, direct phone and Internet access.

Facilities: The staff at the riad are highly trained and motivated and ensure a personal service. You can enjoy excellent dining, lounges with magnificent fireplaces and traditional Moroccan furniture. Dinner can be arranged at the riad - highly recommended to try delicious home cooked Moroccan food. Meals can be served in one of the lounges or on the terrace with beautiful views towards the Atlas Mountains and the old Medina.    

The Riad Kniza has expanded into an adjoining riad and now offers spa facilities, a large dining room and a good sized swimming pool.

Transfer Time from Airport:

15 minutes (private transfer)

Customer comments:

" We have just got back from our fabulous holiday in Morocco. Thank you very much, everything was perfect. Riad Kniza was luxurious and we were upgraded to a Junior Suite (Johara). It was lovely to meet the owner.  We had another nice meal. The staff in all the hotels were really helpful and friendly. Everyone spoke English although, almost without exception, they were relieved when they realised we spoke French." - D.Bushell (March, 2011)

" We had an amazing time, everything worked like clockwork, an, in particular, the Riad Kniza was just incredible. " - V. Moggridge (September, 2010)

The Riad Kniza was really superb and service excellent; I will definitely go there again."

"The Riad Kniza, on your recommendation, was out of this world. I will definitely be returning with my kids. The service is one of the best I have experienced anywhere in the world."

"The riad surpassed all we could have wanted with excellent staff, food and service to rival anywhere. They booked our restaurants for us and got us some of the best tables in the house. A fab holiday and we will return again via your company."

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