I visited Marrakech and it was a great place to visit. Well recommended. Try the tajin -- it's lovely, and prepare to haggle! All I can say is that Marrakech is worth a look.
I visited Marrakech many times and everytime I go there it's a different experience. I found it to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
Going to Marrakech is like changing dimensions, in the evening look for a tallish hotel overlooking the marketplace, entry to the roof is a dollar or two and to sip a beverage, watch the sunset and the smoke and smells of the evening meal is magical. Once you try the market by your lonesome you will hire a guide the next day! They know the maze, cost a little and protect you from the leeching street merchants who will hang a trinket from your shirt pocket and say you bought it. Hire the guide. I used a pair of headphones from the airplane to get privacy and while the average Moroccan is versed in 5 languages, they don't know "sprechen sie deutch?"... the general motto in shopping is: "if you look at it you bought it" or owe them something so you learn to look sideways or ahead but don't wear dark glasses, cause then they will assume you ARE looking :-) I should of bought a dasheeke day 1, to blend in more. My friends and I had a great time visiting the architectural sites…
I was in Morocco in September 2006 and I can say it's one of my favourite places on the Earth. I have visited Marrakech and liked it soooooooo much. I am going to visit it again very soon. People are friendly, everything's just perfect.
Marrakech … Not meaning to dampen the moods of people who are willing to visit Marrakesh, but I would just like to say that it is no bed of roses in there. Taxi drivers, salespeople, restaurants, and even hotels attempt to overcharge you boldly in any way you can possibly imagine. You can never believe anything they say because they are constantly trying to take money off you with their oh-so-fake friendliness. I suppose you can't really expect much from such a poor place, but I was disappointed. People had told me it was wonderful and I was so full of expectations. So, my advice is to go, but keep your expectations low and take things as they come along.
Marrakech … I went there in 2001. It was amazing. I'm going back as soon as I can. What more can I say? Three hours flight from the U.K. and you are in a completely different world. Listen for the Friday prayers very early in the morning in the medina -- magical! Ok, you may have some disappointing moments -- but the good experiences far outweigh the bad ones. Do go.
Equity Point Marrakech in Marrakesh … This hostel is a masterpiece. Converted from a luxury riad, and set in the heart of the Marrakech medina, this hostel marries spotless and beautiful rooms and bathrooms with incredible staff (Lluc and Nadia deserve a mention). Plus you can enjoy nights up lounging on the roof terrace overlooking the city. There are not enough good things I can say about this place. Simply put, if you're in Marrakech, you must stay here, no other hostel I've ever been to comes close.
Marrakech Youth Hostel in Marrakech … I was originally wary about staying in a hostel far from the Medina, but this hostel was so relaxing and in a quiet area I felt like I was staying at a resort. Upon arriving at the hostel, I was warmly greeted by Aziz. What a great guy! Throughout my stay, he was very friendly and looked after me, expressing interest in my stay and inquiring if I was enjoying Marrakech. I found the hostel to be very clean and the beds were comfortable enough to get a good night sleep. There are plenty of rules, but there is no need to be worried -- they are there for a reason. Just pay when you are asked to pay, leave the hostel when you are asked to leave, and you will be met with kind appreciation.
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