The Riad itself is huge and comfortable and luxurious. The air conditioner in the room worked just moderately well, so it was still quite warm at night. Which wasn't ideal. The rooftop area was very cool, and was the highlight of the place, especially to hang out in the late evening. The location is right next to the mosque, and to get to the riad is a difficult, maze-like path. Very easy to get lost. In the streets surrounding the riad some insecurity and uneasiness are felt, at least for tourists. The narrow passage ways, bustling streets, noise, proximity to strangers, poor lighting, multiple accostings by said strangers, made me and my partner feel a bit uneasy going to and from the riad. At one point we were accosted to the point that someone tried to physically steal my backpack off my back. An unfortunate event, but it did taint our experience at the riad. The host seemed a bit flighty, in so much as to not have someone present to open the door to the riad when we first got there. We ended up waiting for over an hour. Finally a fellow patron came to the door to let us in. Apparently the host was understaffed that day, so that is why no one was there to let us in. If I came back to Marrakech again, I would not stay here, I should instead stay in the "new" city, and likely hire a guide to take us through the medina and into the old city. Guides provide education, security, and bargaining help. They are invaluable. Get one, even if just to tour the city tourist sites.