Where should you place a Wi-Fi router in a riad or home in Marrakech?

Look for a location that is as central and unobstructed as possible

The router is the starting point for your home's wireless network. Whenever possible, place it in an open, accessible area close to the spaces where the connection is used most. A router hidden in a cupboard, behind furniture or close to the floor may be less well placed than one in plain sight in a central area.

In a riad, a long, narrow layout, multiple floors, thick walls or a courtyard can make the best router location less obvious. The central point on a floor plan is not necessarily the best spot in practice: test the connection in the rooms, shared spaces and work areas that matter to your business.

Avoid obstructions and allow for ventilation

Keep the router in a stable, well-ventilated spot, not enclosed beneath other objects. As much as possible, avoid placing it right next to large metal surfaces or hiding it behind a screen or bulky piece of furniture. Do not put the equipment somewhere it could be knocked, get wet or be difficult to keep an eye on.

Antennas and settings vary by model. Follow the equipment manual rather than assuming that a particular orientation or height will work everywhere. If the router belongs to the operator, keep its original settings unless you have received clear instructions.

Test before and after moving it

Before moving the router, note where the connection works well and where it gets weaker. If you can move it without pulling on the cables, change one thing at a time, then repeat the same tests in the same rooms. Also make sure the new location won’t make the fibre cable or power supply harder to access.

• One device near the router and another in the room affected;
• the rooms and floors where the network remains usable;
• connection stability, not just whether a page opens;
• changes that occur when several rooms are occupied.

When should you consider an access point or mesh Wi-Fi?

If Wi-Fi remains weak in specific areas despite a reasonable router location, a wired access point or compatible mesh system may be considered. The right choice depends on the layout, wiring, equipment already installed, and occupants’ needs; additional equipment is not automatically the answer.

Also read our article on Wi-Fi mesh in a riad to understand why unit placement and the connection to the router matter. If the problem affects your entire connection, first use a few simple comparisons to distinguish Wi-Fi issues from fiber issues.