Lily Billy - Restaurant Gueliz

Coffee Shop Marrakech: Trained Baristas and a Shaded Terrace in Gueliz

Coffee and Restaurant

​The Lily Billy storefront and striped awning from the street in Gueliz
Coffee and Restaurant - Gueliz, Marrakech

A Gueliz Coffee Shop Made for a Proper Pause

Marrakech moves fast, and a good cup deserves a slower pace. At Lily Billy, coffee reaches your table the way it should: pulled by trained baristas, served at the right temperature, and paired with a view of the olive trees out front. Our cafe sits in the calm part of Gueliz, where residents, expats, and travelers come for a first espresso or a mid-afternoon latte. If your search for a coffee shop Marrakech regulars trust has led you here, you have found the right terrace. In 2026, the question is less about where to find caffeine and more about where to enjoy it, and that is where Lily Billy fits in.

Specialty Coffee Pulled by Trained Baristas

Everything starts with the espresso. Our baristas are trained to dial in each shot, so the crema, body, and temperature stay consistent from the first cup of the morning to the last one of the afternoon. That same espresso then becomes the base for every milk drink on the menu. Guests who order specialty coffee here tend to notice the difference in the first sip, with a clean finish and a balanced body that invites a second cup. For the full list of hot and cold options, browse our drinks menu before your visit. A strong espresso in Gueliz should never feel like an afterthought, and at our counter it never does.

Wellness Lattes, Fresh Juices, and Homemade Iced Tea

Not every guest wants caffeine, and our drinks list reflects that. The Golden Latte and Chai Latte bring warm spice to a cup that sits somewhere between comfort and a morning ritual. On hot days, and Marrakech has plenty of them, our homemade iced tea with chia seeds and no added sugar is the drink regulars reach for first. Cold-pressed fresh juices round out the list, made from fresh, mostly organic produce, a choice in line with the organic farming principles the FAO promotes. The drinks menu stays organic and vegan-friendly, so everyone at the table can order without a second thought.

Something Sweet to Go With Your Cup

A coffee break in Marrakech rarely stops at the cup. Our pastry kitchen prepares every dessert in-house, and several of them sit naturally next to a latte. The homemade cheesecake pairs well with an espresso, the mascarpone pancakes suit a slow Golden Latte, and the French Toast with caramel and vanilla ice cream turns an afternoon coffee into a small occasion. Seasonal ice creams and sorbets take over in the warmer months. For more ideas on what to order alongside your drink, our homemade desserts and recommendations page lists the house favorites.

Why Guests Pick Our Marrakech Cafe for Coffee

A good Marrakech cafe comes down to a handful of details done right, visit after visit. These are the ones our regulars mention most when they tell friends where to stop for a coffee in Gueliz.

Trained Baristas

Every espresso is pulled by a barista trained to keep each cup consistent from one visit to the next.

An Organic Drinks List

A list that stays organic and vegan-friendly, from wellness lattes to cold-pressed juices and homemade iced tea.

A Shaded Terrace

A striped awning and olive trees keep the terrace comfortable for a long coffee outdoors.

A Multilingual Team

Staff who switch languages with ease and let you set the pace of your visit.

Coffee Shop Marrakech: What Regulars Order First

Three drinks come up again and again when regulars place their order. Each one is simple, consistent, and easy to pair with something from the pastry kitchen.

Latte

Pulled to order by our trained baristas, then poured with steamed milk. The same shot is the base for every milk drink on the list.

Matcha Latte

From our wellness list and 100% organic, whisked to order. A gentler lift than coffee in the middle of the afternoon.

Golden Latte

A warm, spiced latte from our wellness list, gentle in the afternoon and a favorite for a slower break.

Coffee Spots in Marrakech: Why Gueliz Makes Sense

Most first-time visitors picture coffee in the medina: a courtyard hidden behind a heavy door, zellige tile on the walls, mint tea poured from height, and the noise of Jemaa el-Fna a few streets away. That scene belongs to any visit to Marrakech, and the Lonely Planet Marrakesh guide covers it well. Gueliz offers something different. Wider sidewalks, shaded terraces, and a quieter pace make it one of the easiest places in the city to sit down with a cup and stay a while. The district also puts you close to Jardin Majorelle, and on clear days the Atlas Mountains appear on the horizon. Among the coffee spots in Marrakech, this part of town suits guests who want calm over spectacle.

A Coffee Break for Every Stay in Marrakech

Guests come to Lily Billy for different reasons, and the cafe adapts to each of them. Travelers stop for an espresso before a day around the city. Digital nomads and remote workers settle in for a latte between calls. Families order fresh juice for the children and a coffee for the adults, and couples take a table on the terrace for a slow afternoon. If coffee turns into a meal, our breakfast in Marrakech menu covers Eggs Benedict and pancakes, and our brunch in Marrakech menu goes further still. However long your stay in Marrakech lasts, a table here fits into the day.

Read the Reviews

Hear From Our Guests

What Our Guests Say About Coffee at Lily Billy

Mariam
Marrakech resident
My go-to coffee stop in Gueliz. The espresso is consistent every time, the terrace stays shaded, and the team knows my order. I often add the cheesecake when I have a few extra minutes.
Thomas
Remote worker from Lyon
I spent a month in Marrakech and came here most mornings. The Golden Latte became a habit, and the room stays calm enough to read or answer emails.
Nadia
Visitor from Rabat
We stopped for a coffee after a walk around Gueliz and stayed for dessert. The homemade iced tea was perfect in the heat, and the French Toast was worth the wait.

Opening Hours and Practical Information

Lily Billy is located at Centre d’affaires Opéra, à l’angle de la rue Loubnane, Marrakech, Maroc, in the heart of Gueliz and within easy reach of most hotels in the district. The cafe welcomes guests from the morning onward, and since hours can shift with the season, the surest way to confirm current times is a quick WhatsApp message or a call to +212 657 092 589 or +212 808 529 976. You can also write to reservation@lilybilly.ma. Walk-ins are welcome whenever a table is free, and a reservation helps for groups of five or more.

Hours

Mon – Thu (09:00 – 22:00)
Fri – Sun (08:00 – 23:00)

Brunch service

Mon – Fri (09:00 – 15:00)
Weekend (09:00 – 17:00)

News from Lily Billy

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Explore the Full Coffee Menu

Browse the complete drinks menu online before your visit, including the wellness lattes, our cold options, and the homemade desserts and recommendations that go with them. The menu is updated regularly to reflect seasonal ingredients and what the kitchen is working with.


Reserve Your Table at Our Coffee Shop in Marrakech

Whether you have time for a quick espresso or a long afternoon on the terrace, Lily Billy has a table for you at Centre d’affaires Opéra, à l’angle de la rue Loubnane, Marrakech, Maroc. Walk-ins are always welcome, and for groups or a planned catch-up with friends, a reservation keeps things simple. Send a message on WhatsApp or call +212 657 092 589, or write to reservation@lilybilly.ma, and our team will hold a table at the coffee shop Marrakech regulars return to week after week.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Common Questions About Our Coffee Shop in Marrakech

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What makes Lily Billy a good coffee shop in Marrakech?

Trained baristas, a drinks list that stays organic and vegan-friendly, and a shaded terrace in a calm part of Gueliz. Guests who want a coffee shop Marrakech locals recommend come for the espresso and stay for the homemade desserts.

The list starts with espresso from our trained baristas and extends to wellness lattes such as the Golden Latte and Chai Latte. For something cold, try the homemade iced tea with chia seeds and no added sugar, or one of our cold-pressed juices.

Our cafe sits at Centre d’affaires Opéra, à l’angle de la rue Loubnane, Marrakech, Maroc, in Gueliz, the modern district of the city. It is close to most hotels in the area and a short drive from the medina.

Yes. The pastry kitchen prepares every dessert in-house, including the homemade cheesecake, mascarpone pancakes, and French Toast with caramel and vanilla ice cream. For a fuller plate, the breakfast menu includes our signature Eggs Benedict in four variations.

Not for a coffee. Walk-ins are welcome whenever a table is free. For groups of five or more, or for a busy weekend morning, book ahead by WhatsApp or phone at +212 657 092 589 or by email at reservation@lilybilly.ma.

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