Accommodation Scams in Fez

Riad Impersonation and Fake Accommodation Booking

Touts near Bab Rcif and inside the medina approach tourists with luggage and claim their riad or hotel has closed, changed address, or is overbooked, then redirect them to a different property where the tout earns a commission. Some operate via WhatsApp before arrival, messaging guests of legitimate riads with fake notifications of closure and alternative addresses. Victims end up in lower-quality accommodation and may have difficulty recovering prepaid bookings.