STYLIA RESTAURANT: "PALATIAL" Marrakesh Restaurant Tip by DAO

Stylia is housed in possibly the grandest home you will be allowed to in to dine in Africa. The history of this amazing building dates back to the 1400’s and has been described at a minor Royal Palace and the original home of an important judge. Every surface in this building is a work of art. Beautiful fountains bubble away in grand rooms with amazing white Tadellakt plaster walls. Amazing chandeliers reflect onto amazing wooden doors, interior balconies and beautiful carpets. As if highly decorated walls were not enough, there is an amazing amount of colour from multi-colored glass work embedded in the walls and ceilings. The final touches are the amazing Zellij tiles that just top of the absolute feeling of grandeur while you listen to the musicians and enjoy your meal.

I accidentally found Le Stylia in 1998, but they were fully booked. They did let me in to see the wondrous interiors before the first guests arrived. I found them again when I was showing my Mum around Marrakech in 2010. We were able to book a table for the next night and really enjoyed our experience. I had some nice beer, a samosa like starter, Lamb and Zucchini flavoured with cinnamon and of course – couscous.

The food is above average. For some reason this makes people give poor reviews. That would be to miss the point. Your surroundings are the real treat! This is an amazing palace and you get to enjoy great service in a grand style. The tables are laid with fine china, tablecloths and crystal. Your musicians are both talented and soothing. The food is good, the beers cold and the coffee is great afterwards.

My own Mum said – while we were still dinning – this is a once in a lifetime meal.

That’s right – my Mum recommends you dine here !

If you are here for a few days, stop by in the early afternoon, knock on the door until someone arrives, and get booked in.


Open only for dinner - Monday to Sunday From 08:00 PM To 12:00 AM

Address: 34 rue Ksour Marrakech
Comparison: most expensive
Phone: +212 (0) 24 44 05 05
Price: US$41 and up
Rating: 5
Theme: African
Website: http://www.restaurant-stylia.com/