"Great hotel, friendly staff, really clean, everything you need to unwind!"
** Lovely stay at Hotel Riu Tikida Beach**
We’ve just returned from a fantastic stay at Hotel Riu Tikida Beach and genuinely enjoyed every part of it.
The hotel has a beautiful entrance with a welcoming feel, and the little shop inside is great—reasonably priced and perfect for picking up bits you might need. The seating areas throughout the hotel are comfortable and stylish, making it easy to relax from the moment you arrive.
**Pool & Grounds:**
The pool area was cleaned daily and always looked immaculate. There were *plenty* of loungers and beds available no matter what time of day we went down, which makes such a difference on holiday.
**Food:**
The food was a real highlight. There were loads of choices and everything was varied throughout the week. My personal standout was the lamb tagine—absolutely delicious. Breakfast had fresh omelettes made to order, lunch offered pasta stations and hand‑made pizzas cooked in a proper pizza oven, and dinner continued the theme with roasts, steaks, more fresh pizza, and mountains of fresh salad. Honestly, every meal was enjoyable.
**Rooms:**
Our room was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. Housekeeping came daily, and the shower was a good size with lovely‑smelling toiletries.
**Bars & Service:**
All the bars were spotless and the staff were friendly and attentive.
Now, tipping—yes, it’s a hot topic. A 10 MAD note is about 80p, so giving 10 or 20 MAD here and there really isn’t a big deal, and it’s very much appreciated. You don’t need to tip every time, just occasionally. Like anywhere in the world, tipping gets you better service—that’s the whole point. My only gripe is that the cash desk at reception was hardly ever open, so getting smaller notes was difficult. In the end, I probably tipped less than I would have simply because I couldn’t get change.
**Entertainment:**
The evening entertainment was good fun. Yes, a little repetitive at times, but honestly no different to most all‑inclusive holidays. There was a mix of bingo, karaoke, and one night with dancers — all easy, light‑hearted entertainment that gave you something to enjoy after dinner without needing to think too hard.
**Beach:**
The beach is lovely, clean, and busy day and night. The hotel’s private area always had loungers available, which was great. It’s a bit of a walk to get a drink, but nothing too dramatic.
**Street Sellers:**
There are a few sellers outside the hotel, but honestly no more than any other similar destination. A polite “no thank you” and they move on.
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**Overall:**
A wonderful hotel with great food, friendly staff, clean facilities, enjoyable entertainment, and a brilliant beachfront location. We’d happily return.
