Résidence Mirador Majorelle

The main drawback here is noise in the warmer months. From spring through summer, the small pool is packed with local resident children every day, and the shouting and screaming make it very hard to swim or relax. Family parties and children playing late into the night are also common, so sleeping can be difficult. Security is present and the building feels safe, but they don't control the noise. Winter, from November to January, is much quieter and peaceful, so it may suit a winter break better. This is a residential building opposite the Jardin Majorelle, with a pretty, well-kept garden and an unheated pool, away from the general bustle. Some people in holiday apartments have reported limited lift access because entry uses a thumbprint. There is underground parking, but check whether short-term guests can use it or if it's only for residents. Some holiday guests have mentioned faulty air conditioning and dated decor, so look into reviews for the specific apartment. The museums and gardens draw police and military patrols during the day, and the area feels secure then. The concept shops and nice restaurants on this street close when the museums do. There are some cafes nearby, including Cafe Carmel, and it's about a 20-minute walk to the main shops and Carre Eden shopping centre in Gueliz. The taxi rank by the museums is busy during the day and empty in the evening; horse carriages park at the end of the street during daylight. Every Saturday morning there's a tiny farmers market at Jardin Majorelle, accessed from street el al fassi, and a small ladies spa further down Rue Yves Saint Laurent stays open later. The YSL museum often has free evening films, sometimes in French with subtitles. Check their website for details.