Riad Botanica

Name: Riad Botanica
Address: 78 Derb Sidi Lahcen o Ali, Bab Doukkala, Medina, Marrakesh, 40030, MA
Telephone: +212701191951
Rating: 5

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Australian vibe in Marrakech Discover an oasis for your soul in the historic 10th-century Medina of Marrakesh. The result?
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Opened in early 2023, Riad Botanica is a place to reconnect to yourself, indulge your senses and reinvigorate your curiosity and wonder of the beauty that is life. Recently renovated to an immaculate standard, Riad Botanica seamlessly balances beautiful art deco influences from opposite sides of the globe with exceptional craftsmanship from local artisans and an awareness of the desire of people to unwind and reconnect with nature and themselves. A place to escape and a peace to embrace

31/05/2026

A heartfelt thank you to travel writer Margaret Barca and the team at Escape for featuring our story and sharing the beauty, energy, and soul of Marrakech with your readers.

It was such a pleasure to speak about our journey from Australia to Morocco, and the passion behind creating Riad Botanica alongside my husband Mohamed. We are incredibly grateful for the thoughtful way Margaret captured not only the magic of Marrakech, but also the deeper experience of building a life and business here centred around hospitality, culture, design, and connection.

For anyone dreaming of visiting Marrakech, we would love to welcome you to our little sanctuary in the Medina. For the best available rates and direct booking benefits, please visit https:///riadbotanica.com ❤️

29/05/2026

For Sydney Weekend Telegraph

A sincere thank you to Margaret Barca and the team at The Daily Telegraph for featuring our story in the Sydney Weekend Telegraph print edition.

As Australians now calling Marrakech home, it means so much to see our journey and our beloved Riad Botanica shared with readers back home. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to showcase the beauty of Morocco, the richness of its culture, and the incredible artisans, experiences, and people that make this city so unforgettable.

Thank you for helping travellers discover Marrakech through a more personal and meaningful lens. We hope to welcome many more Australians to Morocco in the years ahead. ✨

For direct bookings and exclusive rates, please visit https://riadbotanica.com

26/05/2026

Effortless, timeless, and designed to move beautifully between worlds. ❤️

Our signature Caftans, handcrafted by the incredibly talented team at The Moroccans, celebrate the artistry of Moroccan craftsmanship with a modern, elegance. Designed exclusively for Riad Botanica, each piece is created to feel as beautiful wandering the Medina as it does lounging beneath the courtyard Orange Tree.

The caftan is one of Morocco's most iconic and enduring garments has long represented elegance, artistry, and refined craftsmanship. We're delighted to bring it to you in this collaboration.

Our limited-edition Botanical inspired caftan honours this rich Moroccan heritage through a modern lens. Crafted in a luxurious silk blend with a timeless black-and-white palette, the design features our signature citrus print inspired by the orange tree that sits at the heart of Riad Botanica.

Beautifully handmade by the talented artisans at The Moroccans and styled here by , this piece blends traditional Moroccan influence with effortless contemporary styling.

Limited edition pieces available through reception for more information.

Huge thanks to for sharing ❤️❤️

24/05/2026

A sincere thank you to Becky Lucas and the team at The Telegraph Travel for featuring Riad Botanica within their recent Marrakech hotel reviews.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/africa/morocco/marrakech/hotels/riad-botanica-hotel/

We are especially grateful to Becky for taking the time to experience our small family-run riad and thoughtfully capture its atmosphere, design and spirit for readers discovering Marrakech.

We were delighted to receive a very positive review of 8/10 for

Travel writing plays such an important role in inspiring curiosity, connection and cultural appreciation, and we always value emerging writers who approach storytelling with openness and creativity.

Creating Riad Botanica has been a true labour of love for Mohamed and I, blending Moroccan craftsmanship, Australian warmth and soulful design within the heart of the Medina. We are also deeply passionate about making meaningful travel experiences more accessible wherever possible, and have worked thoughtfully to support guests facing mobility challenges through step-free courtyard access, spacious suite layouts and personalised assistance for a more comfortable stay within the Medina environment.

Seeing independent boutique properties recognised by respected international publications continues to mean so much to our team, particularly as a small, hands-on family business built with heart and intention.

For those wishing to experience Marrakech and the magic of riad living for themselves, the best available rates and exclusive direct booking offers can always be found directly via our official website Riadbotanica.com

22/05/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Escape journalist Margaret Barca for taking the time to interview me for the recent feature, "An Aussie Expat's Guide to Marrakesh, Morocco."

https://www.escape.com.au/destinations/africa/an-aussie-expats-guide-to-marrakesh-morocco/image-gallery/a308217907164d1ca7081789a18ba446

It was such a pleasure to share my experience of building a life here in Marrakech alongside my husband Mohamed, and to speak about the places, people and hidden gems that make this city so incredibly special to us.

Leaving Australia and creating Riad Botanica in the heart of the Medina has been one of the most transformative journeys of our lives one filled with creativity, challenge, beauty, friendship and deep cultural connection. I am endlessly grateful to Marrakech for embracing us so warmly.

Thank you again to Margaret for the thoughtful feature and for taking the time to highlight the magic, soul and richness of this extraordinary city through the eyes of those who now proudly call it home.

For those dreaming of visiting Marrakech and experiencing the Medina for themselves, the best available rates and exclusive direct booking offers can always be found directly via our official website Riadbotanica.com

Read the full article here:

https://www.escape.com.au/destinations/africa/an-aussie-expats-guide-to-marrakesh-morocco/image-gallery/a308217907164d1ca7081789a18ba446

21/05/2026

❤️Caftan love ❤️

We were absolutely honoured and thrilled to have internationally renowned Dutch model wear and model our limited-edition caftan collection Botanica

Elza has worked with some of the world’s most celebrated fashion houses including Prada, Chanel, Balenciaga, Givenchy, Yves Saint Laurent, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Estée Lauder, while appearing in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, and major international campaigns.

Handcrafted here in Marrakech by the talented artisans at , our exclusive silk-blend caftans celebrate one of Morocco’s most iconic garments through a modern lens. Featuring our signature Botanical Orange Tree print inspired by the citrus tree at the heart of the riad each piece is designed to feel timeless, elegant, and deeply connected to place.

Thoughtfully made in limited numbers and available exclusively at Riad Botanica Caftan Collection 🤍

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Address

78 Derb Sidi Lahcen O Ali, Bab Doukkala, Medina
Marrakesh
40030

Telephone

+212701191951

Website

https://riadbotanica.com/

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