Accommodation Scams in Marrakech, Morocco
Fake listings, bait-and-switch hotels, ghost rentals, and check-in fraud. Below are the accommodation scams scams reported in Marrakech — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Hurghada, Casablanca, and Chefchaouen.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Accommodation Scams Scams
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Total in Marrakech
How it works
Touts operating in the medina target tourists arriving with luggage or printouts near the northern medina gates — particularly Bab Doukkala and Bab el-Khemis — claiming the riad they booked is "closed," "full," or "under renovation." They then offer to take them to a similar property where they earn a commission of 150–300 MAD per booking. The substitute accommodation is typically lower quality and priced higher than the original reservation.
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10 total warnings across all categories