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Staying in a riad in Marrakech: should you rent a car?

A riad means the charm of the medina, but also narrow lanes where a car cannot go. Here is how to enjoy both: rent a car without letting it complicate your arrival.

  • From 200 MAD / day
  • 1 verified agency
  • Free cancellation on most offers

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25 cars from 1 verified agency. Pick your dates to see the exact price.

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Hyundai i10, vehicle or similar
Mini

Hyundai i10

or similar · BRFA Cars

New
ManualPetrol4 seatsA/C
AirportFree cancellation
from200 MAD/ day
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Fiat Panda, vehicle or similar
Mini

Fiat Panda

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ManualPetrol5 seatsA/C
AirportFree cancellation
from220 MAD/ day
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Hyundai i10, vehicle or similar
Mini

Hyundai i10

or similar · BRFA Cars

New
AutomaticPetrol4 seatsA/C
AirportFree cancellation
from230 MAD/ day
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Dacia Sandero, vehicle or similar
Economy

Dacia Sandero

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ManualPetrol5 seatsA/C
AirportFree cancellation
from230 MAD/ day
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Kia Picanto, vehicle or similar
Mini

Kia Picanto

or similar · BRFA Cars

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AutomaticPetrol4 seatsA/C
AirportFree cancellation
from240 MAD/ day
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Renault Clio 4, vehicle or similar
Economy

Renault Clio 4

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ManualDiesel5 seatsA/C
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from250 MAD/ day
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Dacia Logan, vehicle or similar
Economy

Dacia Logan

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ManualDiesel5 seatsA/C
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from250 MAD/ day
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Citroën C3, vehicle or similar
Economy

Citroën C3

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ManualPetrol5 seatsA/C
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from260 MAD/ day
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Fiat Punto, vehicle or similar
City car

Fiat Punto

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ManualPetrol5 seatsA/C
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from260 MAD/ day
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Hyundai i20, vehicle or similar
City car

Hyundai i20

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ManualPetrol5 seatsA/C
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from290 MAD/ day
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Renault Clio 5, vehicle or similar
City car

Renault Clio 5

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ManualPetrol5 seatsA/C
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from300 MAD/ day
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Ford Fiesta, vehicle or similar
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Ford Fiesta

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ManualPetrol5 seatsA/C
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Medina riads: the car does not go to the door

Much of the medina is pedestrian or too narrow for a car. Have the car delivered to, or be dropped at, the nearest accessible gate, and let your host send a porter for the luggage. Ask your riad where to park: most know the nearest guarded car park.

Depending on where your riad is

Riad located…Car useful?Advice
In the heart of the medinaNot for town, yes for excursionsCollect the car the day you leave the medina
In the Palmeraie or on the Ourika roadYes, almost essentialBook with delivery to the riad
Near Agafay or in the AtlasYesSee SUVs and 4x4s for the tracks

Booking the car when you stay in a riad

  • Give the riad’s name, address and a reachable phone number when you book.
  • Ask the riad for the simplest pick-up point (medina gate, car park).
  • Say what time you arrive: the medina is quiet at night but lanes are hard to find.
  • Keep the agency’s WhatsApp number, handy to guide the driver.

And overnight? Parking and security

Leave the car in a guarded car park rather than on the street, and leave no valuables in sight. Our guide to parking in Marrakech lists the car parks near Jemaa el-Fna and the main gates.

Prices: riad in Marrakech

Daily prices of the cars shown on this page, basic insurance included, outside peak season. The exact price appears when you choose your dates.

CarGearboxFuelPer day≈ € / dayDeposit
Hyundai i10
Mini
ManualPetrol200 MAD≈ 19 €3 000 MAD
Fiat Panda
Mini
ManualPetrol220 MAD≈ 20 €3 000 MAD
Hyundai i10
Mini
AutomaticPetrol230 MAD≈ 21 €3 000 MAD
Dacia Sandero
Economy
ManualPetrol230 MAD≈ 21 €4 000 MAD
Kia Picanto
Mini
AutomaticPetrol240 MAD≈ 22 €3 000 MAD
Renault Clio 4
Economy
ManualDiesel250 MAD≈ 23 €4 000 MAD
Dacia Logan
Economy
ManualDiesel250 MAD≈ 23 €4 000 MAD
Citroën C3
Economy
ManualPetrol260 MAD≈ 24 €4 000 MAD
Fiat Punto
City car
ManualPetrol260 MAD≈ 24 €5 000 MAD
Hyundai i20
City car
ManualPetrol290 MAD≈ 27 €5 000 MAD
Renault Clio 5
City car
ManualPetrol300 MAD≈ 28 €5 000 MAD
Ford Fiesta
City car
ManualPetrol300 MAD≈ 28 €5 000 MAD
Dacia Logan
Economy
AutomaticPetrol300 MAD≈ 28 €4 000 MAD
Seat Ibiza
City car
ManualPetrol320 MAD≈ 30 €5 000 MAD
Renault Mégane
City car
ManualDiesel330 MAD≈ 31 €5 000 MAD
Peugeot 208
City car
AutomaticPetrol340 MAD≈ 31 €5 000 MAD
Fiat 500
Mini
AutomaticPetrol340 MAD≈ 31 €3 000 MAD
Toyota Yaris
City car
AutomaticHybrid360 MAD≈ 33 €5 000 MAD
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Rarely: most riads are in pedestrian lanes. Park in the nearest guarded car park, which your host can point out.

Yes, to the nearest accessible gate. Give the riad’s name and address when you book.

Not to visit the city, but it becomes very useful for excursions: Essaouira, the Ourika Valley, Agafay, Ouzoud.