Life in a riad happens behind closed doors, around the courtyard: the pool is often a small, intimate plunge pool, perfect for cooling off… as long as it's heated. Between the medina and the Palmeraie, Marrakech offers the widest choice of heated pools in this guide. Here are the 16 riads I've selected in Marrakech, all rated at least 8/10; I particularly recommend Riad Leel, Dar Mouassine and Riad Spa Solarium, piscine chauffée.
Each city has its own selection, with a page for each type of accommodation.
Places are ranked from highest to lowest rated. The yellow bubble shows the advertised water temperature, when it's known.
16 places shown
The pool. Private indoor pool, heated by a heat pump year-round; the whole riad (5 bedrooms, 10 guests) is let to a single group.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Heating has to be requested 24 hours in advance and takes about 6 hours to warm up.
The pool. Pool heated from October to April; entire 6-bedroom riad for 13 guests.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ideal for a large group: the pool is heated throughout the cooler season, with no extra charge advertised.
The pool. Heated pool in the riad's patio; you rent a room and the pool is shared.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Get the heating period confirmed before you book.
The pool. Pool heated in winter, never in summer, according to the host.
The host explains that the pool is mainly for cooling off in summer and is only heated in winter.
Guide's tip. Outside summer and winter, ask whether the heating is on. The host is a Superhost and usually replies within the hour.
The pool. Shared heated pool on the roof terrace, with views over the medina and the Atlas.
The pool comes up in 62 guest reviews.
Guide's tip. Ask the host about the water temperature on your dates.
The pool. Heated 5 m × 3 m pool in a large patio.
The pool comes up in 11 guest reviews.
Guide's tip. The riad also offers massages and spa treatments.
The pool. Heated pool in the riad, with a roof terrace.
A guest who came in March found the heated pool very pleasant.
Guide's tip. With four bedrooms, the riad works well for a family or a group of friends.
The pool. Riad advertised with a heated pool and a plunge pool, plus a hammam.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature. On Airbnb, the entire-home version is rated 4.99/5 from 120 reviews.
Guide's tip. Heating is only mentioned in the listing's title: ask about the water temperature before you book.
The pool. Small solar-heated pool in the patio.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi available to guests.
Mr & Mrs Smith's review describes a small solar-heated pool fringed with palms and poufs.
Guide's tip. As the heating is solar, ask the riad about the water temperature on grey days.
The pool. Heated pool in the patio, which is covered in winter to keep the warmth in.
One guest explains that the pool is heated and the patio covered in winter, so you can enjoy it all season.
Guide's tip. The covered patio holds the heat: ideal on cool evenings.
The pool. Riad advertised with heated pools, jacuzzi and spa.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi advertised.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Get written confirmation that the pools will be heated on your dates.
The pool. Small heated pool on the roof terrace, looking out over the medina.
Guests describe this little rooftop pool as a welcome refuge from the bustle of the medina.
Guide's tip. Access to the heated pool has to be booked with the riad: request it before you arrive.
The pool. Heated 16-metre pool in the patio, plus a rooftop pool with views of the Atlas.
Fairmoove's expert, who stayed there, confirms the 16-metre pool is heated in winter.
Guide's tip. Lastminute lists it as adults-only: perfect for a couple's getaway.
The pool. Heated indoor pool and jacuzzi, in a riad rented in its entirety with hotel-style service.
The hot tub. Private jacuzzi, since the riad is rented in its entirety.
Reviews are very good overall, though a few disappointing stays are reported.
Guide's tip. Ideal for a family or a group: you have the pool all to yourselves.
The pool. Heated outdoor pool.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask about the heating period if you're coming between December and February.
The pool. Heated indoor pool and jacuzzi, plus a rooftop.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi, in addition to the heated indoor pool.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that talk specifically about the pool.
Guide's tip. The riad is rented in its entirety: a great option for a family or a group of friends.
These places don't have a confirmed heated pool, but they do have a hot tub: the water is hot all year round. A good way to relax in the warm.
These places were suggested to us directly by their owners. The heated pool is declared by them; they don't yet have enough guest reviews to join the selection.
In my selection, the top-rated is Riad Leel (Riad for rent · Airbnb), with 4.99/5 (174 reviews · Airbnb). Next come Dar Mouassine (4.96/5) and Riad Spa Solarium, piscine chauffée (4.83/5).
Yes at Riad Leel: the pool is advertised as heated all year round. At Dar Mouassine, Riad Bab Ouchka and La Villa des Orangers, heating is seasonal (heated october to april). Either way, ask for the heating dates before you book.
None of the places selected in Marrakech gives a precise temperature. Ask the property before booking, especially out of season.
Yes: Riad Antara, Exclusive Riad Couleur Médina and Riad privatisé avec piscine chauffée et jacuzzi also have a hot tub in addition to the heated pool.
The word "heated" on a booking page isn't enough. Every place must have a rating of at least 8/10 (or 4/5) and carries one of these four levels.
Guests mention the heated water in their reviews, with the season when they say so.
A journalist or guide who stayed there describes the heated pool.
The hotel or the platform says so, but I haven't yet found a review that confirms it.
Heating isn't specified, but the water is sheltered from the wind and cold air. Ask for the temperature before you book.
I left these out because guests report water colder than advertised, or because no heating or indoor pool is mentioned.
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Sources: TripAdvisor, MySunbed, Kayak, Logitravel, Momondo, Kayak, Kayak.
