Is Gueliz a good area for a first stay in Marrakech?
Yes. Gueliz is central, modern and easy to read on a map. You get restaurants, ATMs and shops on the same streets, then visit the Medina as a trip rather than living inside the alleys.
Guéliz · New Town
Apartments in Gueliz, Marrakech
Gueliz (Guéliz) is Marrakech’s modern centre: wide avenues, European-style cafés, pharmacies, supermarkets and evening restaurants. It is the easiest neighbourhood if you want a furnished apartment, walkable services and a short ride to the Medina rather than a riad inside the walls.
Most visitors use Gueliz as a practical base: Majorelle Garden is a short taxi ride, Mohammed V is the main spine for dining, and airport transfers are simpler than from the souks. TheMarrakech lists verified apartments only — you book the stay on this site, with clear terms and a local team.
Who this neighbourhood suits
- First-time visitors who prefer streets you can navigate without a guide
- Remote workers who need cafés, coworking and reliable Wi-Fi in an apartment
- Travellers who want shopping and restaurants on foot, then day trips to the Medina
Getting around
Allow 10–15 minutes by taxi to Jemaa el-Fna depending on traffic. Petit taxis are plentiful on Mohammed V. Walking covers cafés, the train station area and most Gueliz restaurants; use a car for Palmeraie, the airport and evening trips to Hivernage.
Nearby landmarks
Avenue Mohammed V
Cafés, boutiques and the main north–south axis of the New Town.
Jardin Majorelle
A short ride from central Gueliz; go early to avoid queues.
Guéliz markets and pharmacies
Everyday errands without entering the Medina.
Stays in this area
Guides and related stays
Frequently asked questions
Can I book an apartment in Gueliz directly?
Yes. TheMarrakech apartments in Gueliz are bookable on this site with transparent nightly terms. You do not need to message a host off-platform to confirm a public listing.
How far is Gueliz from the Medina?
Typically 10–15 minutes by car to Jemaa el-Fna. Walking the whole way is possible but long in the heat; most guests take a petit taxi.
Are Gueliz apartments suitable for longer stays?
Furnished apartments here often suit a week or a month better than a riad: kitchens, lifts in some buildings, and nearby supermarkets. Compare listings for bedrooms, desks and building access.
Is Gueliz quieter than Hivernage at night?
Gueliz stays lively around cafés and Mohammed V. Hivernage is more hotel-and-dining, often calmer on residential side streets. Choose Gueliz for walkable urban life, Hivernage for a quieter evening pace.