Hotel Top Ourika

Not so good for me especially when its cold

This is a very nice hotel, right in front of the river. The owners are very chilled and probably used to people sitting around the river or in strange place for pictures, or catching the sun. They seemed to be fine with that. There are swings and other kids toys so I assume this is popular with kids. But it’s a small hotel for example about 4 or 5 rooms. Tips: 1. Finding it, this hotel did not come up on my sat nav which was pretty annoying. I took directions to Ourika then I parked up checked the map and drove again. driving is pretty straight forward as there is pretty much only one road. So drive and keep a look up as the hotel has signs on the top of the building 2. Hitch hikers, there will be children and elderly people asking for a ride as you drive up or down the mountain. I think it’s pretty normal there to give someone a ride, but do your own research for safety, etc. They speak french and Arabic, so don’t pick up thinking you will have a blast in English! 3. Footwear, it is mountainous - so wear appropriate footwear 4. Walking /hiking - check online first, you can get half and full day trips to walk around the area for reasonable prices. Or just walk yourself 5. People selling you things - be prepared not for beggars, but people asking you to buy something. The prices typically were reasonable. But do be prepared and hopefully it doesn’t annoy you, they’re just making a living and do depend on you 6. Do spend in the local shops, go for a walk and buy something! I bought fruit, some honey, bread, very small things but I’m sure it helps 7. Climate, it can be very cold in the morning / night! So dress appropriately

The hotel location is amazing and the staff is lovely. The restaurant serves very good typical moroccan dishes. Very recommended!

“I stayed at Top Ourika for 4 nights and I had an absolutely wonderful stay. The first day I met Abdel the manager who gave me an incredible welcome and showed me all the facilities. He obviously takes great pride in the hotel and I saw him one day tending to the garden to ensure it was perfect for guests! Abdel had to leave on day 2 so left Abdul in charge of me. Abdul was a brilliant host and a perfect replacement! He did everything that I asked for and much more. He arranged all my transportation to more unusual destinations and even drew me maps in Arabic so that I could show the drivers! He was incredibly flexible with my [many!] requests and basically made my stay there an absolute pleasure. I cannot thank Abdul enough for all the hard work that he put in to make my stay comfortable! All in all the food was great, the rooms comfortable and the location perfect. I highly recommend a stay here! One thing I would add is that if you decide to book and then cancel your trip - please please inform the hotel. The reason is that the workers have to wait until midnight [often in the cold] until it is officially classed as a 'no-show'. Of course this time could be better spent with their families. Please out of respect to these guys be sure to cancel because I have met them and they really are wonderful people! Of course I hope you don't cancel as I am sure you will have a great stay like me!”

Not a review but this place brings out so much memories..