Welcome to Riad Charai
Once the residence of the Charai Family and the property of the Private Secretary to the famous Pasha Glaoui, this lovely Riad boasts a larger than average floor area (1.730 sq. m.), giving it a spacious and airy feel.
It has been beautifully and elegantly restored by Rocco Forte designer, Carine Mavroleon, in true ‘Nouveaux Moroccan’ style using traditional local materials and craftsmanship, but with a contemporary and minimalist twist that sets it apart. Part of the furniture is original Art Deco furniture from the famous Mamounia hotel, including the bar stools from the ‘Churchill bar’.
The Riad Charai is an “Oasis in the Medina” that contrasts vividly with the ceaseless activity of the surrounding souks. Its innate tranquillity is enriched by the sounds of birdsong from the adjacent palm grove and the custom ‘Soundscape design’ by Famous Brazilian DJ Monica Soldan. Her music has been specially designed for each space in the Riad and is very contemporary flavoured with local Arabesque and African sounds.
SPA
Offering a wide range of beauty treatments and massage using traditional Moroccan oils. Also offering traditional ‘Henna’ tattoos and in-house hairdressing services.
Facilities
Entrance Corridor:
This is where your experience of the RIad Charai ‘Oasis’ experience begins, with lanterns, wonderful traditional incense and the sound of water trickling from a rose petal filled fountain.
Courtyard:
Large courtyards with tent covered lounge area and open pool area with a good-sized pool 9m x 4m (approx. 30ft x 13 ft). The courtyard also features a fountain and two bed-lounge alcoves ideal for relaxation.
Courtyard Gardens:
Gardens planted with fragrant orange trees, palms, jasmine surrounding the pool and tent covered lounge area.
Library & Games room:
A Moroccan lounge with fireplace, reading and games area (backgammon, playing cards, Chess)
Outdoor ‘Les Olivier’ dining room:
A beautiful outdoor dining room surrounded by fresh olive trees and serving an exquisite selection of traditional Moroccan and Mediterranean dishes.
Roof Terraces:
Two spacious roof terraces overlooking the Riad’s courtyard, with panoramic views of the Medina and the snowy peaks of the Atlas Mountains. Each terrace is unique in its design with ones focal point being a ‘Lounge Bed’ for relaxation and sunbathing and the other one being ideal for having a panoramic breakfast and tea-ritual setting.