Do riads in Morocco accept credit cards or only cash?

It varies: larger and mid-range riads usually accept credit cards (often with a small surcharge), while many small, family-run riads are cash-only, so always check when you book. Card acceptance has improved a lot in the cities, but the further you get from tourist centres, the more cash becomes essential.

Even at riads that take cards, extras like meals, laundry, guides and transfers are frequently settled in cash, and a machine that’s "not working today" is a common reality. It’s wise to assume you’ll pay a chunk of any stay in dirhams.

The safe approach is to confirm the payment method in your booking message and carry enough cash to cover the room if needed. For desert camps and rural guesthouses in particular, plan to pay in cash.