Equity Point Marrakech occupies a converted riad-style building in the Riad Zitoun area of the central Medina, close enough to Jemaa el-Fnaa and the souks to reach most sights on foot. The building keeps traditional Medina architecture — a central courtyard, carved plasterwork, and rooftop terraces — while being run as a social hostel rather than a boutique hotel, part of the wider Equity Point hostel group. Accommodation is split between Mixed and Female Dorms and a Private Double for guests wanting more privacy, all set around the riad's courtyard layout. There's no formal restaurant, but an on-site bar and casual food service cover breakfast and evening meals, and a communal kitchen lets guests self-cater. Wellness options include an outdoor pool and a hammam, both unusual amenities for a hostel and a strong draw for budget travelers wanting spa access without booking it separately. The rooftop terraces, furnished with hammocks, are a social hub for meeting other travelers, reinforcing the hostel's backpacker-friendly, communal character over a business or luxury service style. Luggage storage and free WiFi round out the practical amenities for guests moving between overnight desert trips or onward travel.
Room types
- Mixed Dorm
- Female Dorm
- Private Double
Amenities
- outdoor pool
- rooftop terraces with hammocks
- hammam
- communal kitchen
- bar and restaurant
- free WiFi
- luggage storage
Location
80 Derb El Hammam, Mouassine, 40000 Marrakech
31.6295, -7.9880 View on map
Highlights
- Outdoor pool and hammam on site, unusual for a hostel
- Rooftop terraces with hammocks for socializing
- Located in the Riad Zitoun area, walking distance to Jemaa el-Fnaa
- Communal kitchen and on-site bar for self-catering and casual meals
Tips for visiting
- Book the Private Double if you want a quieter riad-style room rather than a dorm bed
- Use the rooftop terrace in the early evening for the best temperature and social atmosphere
- Take advantage of luggage storage if heading out on a Sahara desert overnight trip
- The Riad Zitoun location means most Medina sights and the souks are reachable on foot