Palais Marrakech, 5 suites, private pool and rooftop near Gueliz

Behind a pink crenellated facade, the house displays the full range of Moroccan decorative art: painted cedar ceilings, carved plaster, coloured stained glass in the arches, chequered floors, yellow and blue zellige. A town palace for ten guests in a quiet residential district a quarter of an hour's walk from Gueliz. Let exclusively, 4.86 over 7 reviews, guest favourite.

The spaces

A large Moroccan lounge with gold and red banquettes under a chiselled ceiling, a second vaulted brick lounge with fireplace and TV, a dining room with chequered walls. Equipped yellow kitchen with double fridge. Five air-conditioned suites with striped or plain walls in pink, blue or green, each with its own stained-glass window and bathroom in coloured tadelakt with painted ceramic basins. Wi-Fi and workspace.

Outside

Private pool sheltered in a glazed ground-floor room, edged with banquettes, for swimming away from prying eyes. On the top floor, a vast tiled rooftop with loungers and a dining corner, views over the roofs and palms. Free parking.

The service

Self check-in, towels and linen provided, welcome guide and assistance during the stay.

Around

Quiet residential district 15 minutes on foot from Gueliz, its cafés and shops. Couples where one partner is Moroccan must present a marriage certificate.