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Dar Arsama

3.0 star property
Family-friendly riad with a rooftop terrace, 7-minute walk to Blue Gate

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Terrace/patio
Deluxe Suite (White)
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom (Blue)
Reception
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Derb Sidi Safi 14 Fes El Bali, Medina, Fes, 30110
  • Place, Blue Gate
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Place Bou Jeloud
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fes (FEZ-Saiss)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Bedroom (Red)

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Bedroom (Red)

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Bedroom (Red)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom (Blue)

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom (Blue)

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom (Blue)

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite (White)

Deluxe Suite (White)

Deluxe Suite (White)

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

About the area

Fes

A family-friendly stay in Fes awaits you at Dar Arsama. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find popular attractions like Blue Gate and Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani. Highlights at this riad include free breakfast (local cuisine), a restaurant and a rooftop terrace. .This riad offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a free manager's reception, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Fes El Bali riad include Kassr Annoujoum Ducci Foundation and Chrabliyine Mosque.
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What's nearby

  • Blue Gate - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Al Quaraouiyine - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kairaouine Mosque - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Zaouia Sidi Ahmed Tijani - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Place Bou Jeloud - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Fes Station - 12 min drive
  • Fes (FEZ-Saiss) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Ryad Nejjarine - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fondouk Bazaar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dar Tagine - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Palais Shazam & Spa - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Veggie Pause - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Dar Arsama

Family-friendly riad with a rooftop terrace, 7-minute walk to Blue Gate
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Dar Arsama.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Fes riad.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Dar Arsama offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. This Fes riad provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 3 per night); discounts available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rugs in room
  • Handrails in hallways (100 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (100 centimetre high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Dar Arsama

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.84 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 25 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 3 per night (984 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts cash, mobile payments and PayPal. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Dar Arsama.

Property is also known as

Dar Arsama Hotel Fes
Dar Arsama Hotel
Dar Arsama Fes
Dar Arsama Fes
Dar Arsama Riad
Dar Arsama Riad Fes

Frequently asked questions

Is Dar Arsama family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, laundry facilities and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Dar Arsama is a hit with families.

Does Dar Arsama serve breakfast?

You bet, free local cuisine brekkie is available daily between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dar Arsama?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dar Arsama?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Dar Arsama's onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dar Arsama?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dar Arsama?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Dar Arsama Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Full Fes Experience at Dar Arsama We stayed three wonderful nights immersed deep in the Fes Medina. As an experience it was similar to the best we have had when we stay in a small bed & breakfast. Three features of our stay made it especially pleasant and rewarding: 1. This is a 400-year-old building that the owners have personally beautifully restored. The updating maintained the ambiance of a comfortable Moroccan house. 2. Our hosts and the location made the Medina work for us. a. The host met us on arrival at the main "blue" gate and escorted us to Dar Arsama. While it is deep in the Medina, it is located just off a main "street" and we had no trouble leaving and returning to it on our own. b. The Dar offers home made evening meals that are excellent and reasonably priced. We did this two nights and wished we had done that on the third night. c. Our host recommended an excellent guide who showed us the Medina and Fes. 3. As is true with most B&Bs we have enjoyed, the opportunity to get to know the owners adds much to the experience. We definitely enjoyed talking with the owners (Violeta and her husband) and the other guests. Cleanliness was impeccable. Breakfasts were very good and served in the roof-top garden. WiFi bandwidth was also very good. An excellent value for the money!

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay.

Lovely Riad. The owner Violeta is a delight. Breakfast very nice also. Very central for the sights of Fes but up a quieter side road which is perfect. Great roof terrace to sit and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

chiara, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Riad Dar Arsama is located in the heart of the Medina, but very close to the blue door from where you can take your taxi to the airport. it is very close to the vibrant high street were shops and the market are. The hosts are lovely people, very friendly, always keen to give advise, suggestions and ideas on how to spend your day in and outside Fez. They also offer different activities. Myself and my husband we took an in-house moroccan cooking class were you can choose what type of moroccan food to make and learn the basics of the moroccan cuisine. The cooking class experience was great and at the end of it we ate the delicious food that we prepared!! The breakfast was great, rich and delicious!! The decor and design of the Riad is typical from Morocco and also include a beautiful terrace. I would highly recommend Riad Arsama as place to stay whilst in Fez.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem in the Fes Médina!

I loved this place! Violeta provided a warm welcome and made me feel like I was staying with friends or family. Location was fantastic, about a 5 to 10 minute walk from the Blue Gate and near lots of shops, restaurants, and tourist attractions. The Dar was spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated. Value for money was incredible. I look forward to returning to Fes and staying at Dar Astana again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

E Marizza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Todo fue excelente!!!

Viajar a Fez es toda una aventura! Sin embargo debo decir que sentirte apoyado y en un ambiente acogedor hace de la visita una gran experiencia. Violeta fue por nosotros a la entrada de la puerta azul y nos guió hasta su riad, nos instaló y el ambiente se siente como en casa!! Súper atenta y linda, además de que no solo habla español! Yo por si sola no hubiera llegado ademas de que veníamos muy cargados de equipaje.El riad es pequeño pero super acogedor y muy cuidados todos los detalles; ya instalados en las habitaciones la decoración te hace sentir completamente en contexto y vivir la experiencia de la Medina. Viaje con mis padres y disfrutamos mucho conversar con ella. Lo recomiendo al 100% por atención y calidad de su riad!!!