Ensemble Artisanal- Travel Tips
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- 5 Reviews
Reviews of Ensemble Artisanal
Sofiyan Md Salauddin - 5
I would say one of the best places to shop at Marrakesh. Even if you compare with different souks, the price is reasonable and a lot less haggle. Still you will be able to reduce the price marginally in a few shops. The whole place has a lot of sitting places and is a lot cooler than souks on hot summer days in Marrakesh..
Claudia Ignea - 5
A little gem that we discovered by mistake. We ended up coming a second time to do most of our souvenir shopping. There was no hassle and nobody really calling after you. The prices seemed reasonable, most items had a price on them, and you can pay by card as well. Many shops to choose from and a small cafe and benches to sit when you’ve had enough. :) Definitely recommend to at least have a look.
Stephen Molson - 5
A very different feeling to the Souks with a lot of the same goods. If you aren't any good at bartering like we were, this is a great place to pick up some souvenirs without the pressure selling.
Daniel Proctor - 4
A great place to come if you want to see a vast range of goods from different vendors and companies. The vendors are pleasant and respectful, not following you around, hassling and pressuring for a sale like in the souks. The goods are generally fixed price but there can be some negotiation, particularly when buying a few items together. What I did find completely unbelievable, given that all the shops are cash only, is the complete lack of an ATM or bank facility within the shopping complex. In fact the nearest ATM is about a 5 to 10 minute walk away. That is irritating enough, however it is pouring with rain today and we got absolutely soaked when going off to find a cash machine. This really doesn’t make sense when this is a complex set up to sell products to tourists! Another annoyance was the 5 Dh cost to use the bathroom on the upper floor. A couple of dirhams is fine, but 5 was a bit rude when I have visited the Ensemble Artisanal to spend money. There is however a free toilet if you use the cafe on the ground floor. I was impressed with the cafe, the prices were reasonable and the quality was good. We both had crepes, a vegetarian one and a meat one (which was delicious). Well worth a visit while contemplating what to buy next! Cheaper prices may be reached in the souks but it takes determination, effort and often a sense of humour! I feel I’ve been ripped off by souk traders before, but I don’t feel this way after shopping at Ensemble Artisanal. I would recommend a visit, particularly if haggling isn’t one of your strengths (or like myself, you’re just fed up of it).
Alexandru Obrejan - 5
A place infused with local artistry. Here, you can explore a variety of local crafts, witness artisans crafting beautiful carpets, leather bags, jewelry, paintings, and get an idea of the prices, as most are fixed. A fantastic array of souvenirs awaits!
