Serving as more than just a bathing ritual, the hammam is a time-honoured tradition that holds a significant place in Moroccan culture. These public bathing houses have long been social hubs where friends gather to catch up on local news and cleanse themselves before Friday prayers.
In contrast, the hammams found in Fes hotels provide more of a spa-like experience, with private rooms and massages available on request. I particularly love indulging during the cooler months when retreating to the heat and humidity of a hammam is just what I need after exploring the medina.
While some Fes hotel hammams are open to non-guests, I'd suggest selecting a riad or hotel with an in-house spa and hammam if it's an experience you want to try. This way, after your session, you can effortlessly return to your suite (still in your robe), without having to renegotiate the labyrinthine streets outside.
In this article, I’ll highlight 8 of the best hotels in Fes with hammams, including 5-star experiences and more affordable options.
To learn more about this traditional bathing ritual, check out my article What to Expect at a Moroccan Hammam.
Best hotels in Fes with a hammam
A luxury hammam at Riad Marjana Suites & Spa in Fes (photo courtesy of Expedia)
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Best Fassi-style riad in Fes with a hammam
Perched above the medina, La Maison Bleue is a Fassi-style riad that immerses you in the essence of Old World Morocco. Managed by the grandchildren of its founder, Judge Sidi Mohammed El Abbadi, this serene retreat offers 16 deluxe rooms and two standard rooms infused with traditional elegance. Inside, you'll find exquisite architectural details such as intricate tilework, elaborate plasterwork and gorgeous stained glass windows.
Best Fes hotels with a hammam
The luxurious inner courtyard of Riad Maison Bleue & Spa in Fes (photo courtesy of Expedia)
In addition to a restaurant serving authentic Fassi cuisine, La Maison Bleue & Spa features an intimate spa offering hammams and massages. Begin your experience with an aromatic steam bath before a full-body exfoliation and a pampering massage using pure, nourishing oils. Afterward, rehydrate with a selection of freshly squeezed juices and fragrant teas, coupled with views across the medina’s North Gate.
If La Maison Bleue is full, check out its equally impressive sister property, Riad Maison Bleue & Spa.
“Exceptional! The staff was great! The food was delicious, the room very comfortable. The location was awesome (just by the medina).” - Pierre-Alexandre (read more reviews here)
Best luxury riad in Fes with a hammam
Set within a stunning 17th-century palace, Karawan Riad is one of the most opulent hotels in Fes. Inspired by a caravanserai, its impressive scale and design are sure to captivate architecture lovers while its spacious suites are adorned with global artefacts and traditional Moroccan antiques. This luxurious Fes hotel also boasts a sunken library a rooftop terrace offering magnificent views across the medina.
Best Fes hotels with a hammam
One of the spa treatment rooms at Karawan Riad in Fes (photo courtesy of Expedia)
A highlight of staying here is indulging at the Leelah Hammam & Spa, which has been beautifully renovated in the Ottoman style, with vaulted ceilings, heated floors and benches. Here, you can experience the Moroccan beauty ritual of the gommage, a purifying scrub down and steam treatment using olive-based soap, essential oils and rose-water infused clay.
“The attention to detail in the riad is exquisite! Absolutely breathtaking!” - Fiona (read more reviews here)
Best luxury riad in Fes with a spa and hammam
Under the renowned Relais & Châteaux brand, Riad Fes is 5-star retreat where traditional Moorish architecture meets modern opulence. The generously sized suites offer king-size beds and Carrara marble bathrooms, some featuring clawfoot tubs. When it comes to dining, you can indulge in exquisite Moroccan dishes at L’Ambre restaurant or enjoy a drink at the rooftop bar while taking in the wonderful views.
Best hotels in Fes with a hammam
At the very heart of the riad, acclaimed designer Christophe Pillet has crafted a serene oasis of tranquility. The Spa by Cinq Mondes offers a curated selection of treatments and beauty rituals, each tailored to your individual needs. With its two hammams, three massage rooms and a relaxation area, this 200-square-metre spa is the ultimate wellbeing destination in Fes.
"This place is absolutely amazing! A wonderful little oasis tucked in the medina of Fes.” - Smith (read more reviews here)
If you're still planning your Morocco trip, this one-week itinerary from Tangier to Fes (or visa versa) takes in the country's northern highlights, including the whitewashed city of Asilah and blue-hued Chefchaouen.
Best palatial riad with a hammam in Fes
Stepping through the ornate doors of this 17th-century palace is like being transported to another era. The spacious suites and rooms surround a verdant courtyard, where you can unwind in the shade of the orange trees, lulled by the gentle trickling of a central fountain. From the rooftop terrace, there are panoramic views over the medina, plus there's an outdoor pool fringed by sun loungers.
Best hotels in Fes with a hammam
An elevated view of the swimming pool at Riad Laaroussa in Fes (photo courtesy of Expedia)
If you're looking to indulge in a bit of pampering, Spa Laaroussa offers an authentic Moroccan hammam experience, complete with aromatic body scrubs and ghassoul facial masks. In the wintertime, you can end your experience rugged up beside the fireplace, feeling completely rejuvenated and refreshed.
"This riad is like a palace. You will feel like royalty.” - Fay (read more reviews here)
Best luxury hotel in Fes with a hammam and pool
Considered one of the best luxury riads in Fes, this gorgeous property is like a curated museum of traditional Moroccan arts. Each room is uniquely adorned and offers views of the interior courtyard, which is decadently covered with tiles - it really is a sight to see! Guests rave about the culinary creations prepared with love by Fatima, who is particularly famed for her pastilla pastries.
Best Fes hotels with hammams
Zellige tiles surround the swimming pool at Riad Rcif Alif Suite & Spa in Fes (photo courtesy of Expedia)
Additionally, Riad Rcif Alif Suite also boasts an authentic hammam, elegantly decorated with zellige (mosaic tiles) and tadelakt. After an invigorating steam, you can enjoy a gommage scrub and have your body coated in nourishing clay to extract toxins, leaving your skin feeling soft and refreshed. Massages are also available using locally sourced organic products and argan oil.
“Absolutely stunning interior - felt like we were living in a royal palace and at a very reasonable price.” - Shirin (read more reviews here)
Best Fes hotel with hammam and medina views
Exuding all the splendour of a 19th-century Moroccan palace, this luxury Fes hotel features 31 suites adorned with traditional tilework, furnishings and textiles. All are generously spacious and several have views across the medina. You can indulge in Moroccan and Mediterranean flaours at L’Amandier restaurant or wind down after a long day’s exploration at the Grand Patio & Pool Tea Room.
Best riads in Fes with a hammam
One of the beautifully appointed suites at Palais Faraj Suites & Spa in Fes (photo courtesy of Expedia)
When it comes to pampering, the Essencia Spa by Palais Faraj beckons with its authentic Moroccan hammam experience. The menu features everything from a traditional steam bath to exfoliating treatments and soothing massages. If you can't choose, just opt for all three!
"Exceptional luxury & Moroccan hospitality.” - Youssef (read more reviews here)
Best affordable hotel in Fes with a hammam
Radiating a timeless charm with its traditional architecture, this elegant Fes riad is set within an Arab-Moorish mansion in the historic Ziat district. Guests consistently praise the exceptional service and tranquil ambiance, as well as the riad’s close proximity to Bab Bouljloud and Batha Museum. All of the rooms and suites are beautifully decorated (the ceilings in the suites make them worth the splurge) and exude a distinctly Moroccan character.
Best luxury Fes riads with a spa
The opulently decorated interior courtyard of Riad Marjana Suites & Spa (photo courtesy of Expedia)
When you’re not out sightseeing, you can relax in the garden courtyard, enjoy a dip in the indoor pool or indulge in a hammam and scrub with traditional black soap. This 45-minutes treatment is finished with a ghassoul clay body wrap to hydrate the skin. Relaxing massages with argan and essential oils are also available.
“Our experience at this riad was extraordinary…This place has won our hearts, and we can't wait to return.” - Charles (read more reviews here)
Best budget-friendly riad in Fes with a hammam
Located in the heart of the medina, this luxurious Fes riad is notable for its generous suites, each adorned with beautiful tiling and ornate lanterns. The whitewashed walls allow the traditional architectural details to shine, without feeling overwhelming. Rather than dining out, you can indulge in exceptional Moroccan dishes at the on-site restaurant, then stargaze from the open-air terrace.
Best hotel hammams in Fes
The private hammam at Riad Fes Ziyat in Fes (photo courtesy of Expedia)
Aside from enjoying a dip in the outdoor swimming pool, visitors can unwind in Riad Fes Ziyat’s traditional hammam or select from a variety of massages. In their treatments, the skilled therapists use locally sourced argan oil infused with rose and orange blossom, as well as luxury cosmetics from Carita.
“Truly one of the most beautiful hotels I have ever visited.” - Enrico (read more reviews here)
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