Villas / Palmeraie
46% — larger kitchens, gardens, multi-night stays.
DATA · VENUE MIX · 2025
Villa vs riad private dinner demand in Marrakech — 2025 data.
Where do private chef dinners actually happen in Marrakech? Among La Table Marrakech 2025 confirmed dinners: villas (incl. Palmeraie) 46%, Medina riads 31%, Gueliz/Hivernage apartments & rooftops 18%, Agafay / outside city 5%.
Average group size was higher in villas (5.2 guests) than riads (3.1). Romantic/proposal share was highest in riads and Agafay; family holidays dominated villas.
Use this as a first-party venue-demand snapshot when choosing between a courtyard riad dinner and a villa table.
DATA
Venue share of confirmed dinners
Medina riads
31% — courtyard/rooftop intimacy for couples and small groups.
Gueliz & Hivernage
18% — apartments and rooftops for city-centre stays.
Agafay & outskirts
5% — sunset and proposal setups with longer logistics.
DATA
Occasion mix by venue (approx.)
Villas
Family holidays and friend groups lead; birthdays common.
Riads
Couples, anniversaries and proposals are over-represented.
Gueliz
Mixed couples and small professional groups.
Agafay
Proposals and one-off special nights dominate.
FAQ
Common questions
Is a villa or riad better for a private chef?
Villas suit larger groups and families; riads suit couples and intimate courtyard dinners. 2025 demand split ~46% villa / 31% riad for La Table dinners.
Do Agafay dinners cost more?
Often yes — travel and setup usually need a custom quote beyond the €85/person city baseline.
Methodology: percentages from La Table Marrakech confirmed private-chef dinners in Marrakech, calendar year 2025. First-party operational data, not a survey panel.
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