Stretching out at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, right in the center of Morocco, lies the beautiful Marrakech, with its red stones, its streets bustling with life, its medina and its museums... recently traumatized and which should be supported and highlighted. The ancient charm of a city steeped in that Arab-Andalusian culture that makes it unique. Is it your next destination? Absolutely do not cancel your ticket, it's an excellent choice! However, you still need to find your home away from home, and that's good timing, as we've put together a fine selection of the best and most beautiful luxury or charming hotels, 4 and 5-star, in Marrakech for you.
Amanjena
Marrakech, its souk, its 12th-century medina, its narrow, life-filled alleys… It is on the outskirts of this beautiful red city, in this little haven of peace formed by the medina surrounding the city, that Amanjena has taken root, an embodiment of oriental luxury and, let's be frank, our hotel in Marrakech preferred. Fountains and gardens line this oasis of tranquility dotted with palm and olive trees, at the heart of which stands a sumptuous palace inspired by the noblest facets of local architecture. Beautiful stones in warm tones, columns topped by elegant arcades formed by typically Eastern curves, shaded courtyards, sumptuous pools in which the sky is reflected as in a mirror. Amanjena is to be contemplated as a work of architectural art displayed at the gates of the desert; beauty, elegance, and refinement are present wherever the eye wishes to rest. Radiating all around the palace are 40 spacious and comfortable pavilions and other houses, each with its own garden and, for the most high-end, a private swimming pool. Inside these comfortable cocoons, vast spaces have been carefully designed to incorporate the codes of Moroccan elegance, with zellige tiled floors, Berber rugs, lanterns, and marble in the bathrooms… At the pinnacle of the exceptional: La Maison Al-Hamra, with its 1130 m2, featuring 2 large bedrooms, a vast living room, a dining room, as well as a garden with 2 minzahs and a pavilion, a heated swimming pool… A luxury to be enjoyed to the fullest thanks to the private butler service offered.
Always within the walls of the Amanjena, the hotel spa offer well-being parenthesis Out of time, punctuated by massages, body treatments, facials, pedicures, and manicures provided by the house's true experts.
Finally, in terms of dining, Amnjena offers you a continued journey through Moroccan lands with a restaurant dedicated to its traditional cuisine. Unmissable couscous and other local dishes are an invitation to explore the region's richness and diversity through your palate.
At Arva, Italian cuisine is in the spotlight, while at Nama restaurant, you can enjoy delicate, emblematic Japanese dishes by the pool. A must!
Ouarzazate Road, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
aman.com
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The Gardens of the Medina
In the heart of the legendary Kasbah district, in a fully restored former princely pavilion, with a lush, partly garden-filled park as its setting, Les Jardins de La Médina, a 5-star boutique hotel in Marrakech, boasts all the trappings of a luxury oasis.
The 36 rooms in the house offer various levels of comfort, starting with the Superior room, which has either a small terrace overlooking the garden or a patio. Then there's the Solarium room, bathed in natural light and featuring a small pergola as well as a large private terrace overlooking the garden. Finally, the Sultan Suite, with spacious rooms, a terrace or a wide balcony, all offering a breathtaking view of the famous gardens.
A few steps from the hotel, the souks of Marrakech, the historic monuments, the streets steeped in history in one of the Red City's most bustling districts, just waiting to be explored.
Among the highlights of this establishment, there is one that will particularly delight gourmands seeking a taste journey. Indeed, housed within the oasis of the Jardins de La Médina, in a room with a covered terrace offering a pleasant play of light and shadow, the hotel's restaurant offers a menu focused on local specialties, traditional Moroccan recipes, and more broadly, Far Eastern cuisine. A culinary journey driven by the creativity and expertise of Chef Sanaa Gamas, trained at the Cyril Lignac school.
21 Derb Chtouka, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
lesjardinsdelamedina.com
The Koutoubia Gardens
In this 18th-century riad, where the essence of Moroccan architecture has been preserved by infusing it with modern comfort and oriental luxury, your stay will undoubtedly have an exceptional flavor. Elegant, bright, and spacious, the 108 rooms of this Marrakech hotel compete in comfort; designer furniture blends with subtle decorative touches of oriental inspiration. All form a harmonious and luxurious whole, in total accordance with what the 5 stars above the riad's name promise. Around the hotel's main pool, the patio, sumptuous lounges furnished in the pure Moroccan tradition, carved wood, large sofas, draperies that come to life with the rhythm of a light breeze, and the scent of orange blossoms permeating the air... Two floors up, the rooftop, its swimming pool, and its terrace offering a breathtaking view of the medina on one side and the Koutoubia minaret on the other. A little corner of oriental paradise that would almost make you forget that just behind its doors, the beating heart of Marrakech sets the pace. Indeed, ideally located, the hotel is only a 5-minute walk from Jemaa el-Fna square. Venturing a little further, you can discover the spectacular Saadian Tombs or the ancient Badi Palace, dating back to the 16th century. Note that the hotel staff can also, upon request, organize an excursion for you to discover Ouarzazate, the Menara Palm Grove, or the Ouzoud Falls. After your excursions, you can choose to relax and enjoy one of the three restaurants, whose cuisine focuses mainly on local products. Or indulge in the pampering treatments of the Carita spa…
26 Koutoubia Street, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
lesjardinsdelakoutoubia.com
Mandarin Oriental Marrakech
A heavyweight in luxury hospitality worldwide, Mandarin Oriental has had the good taste to create a superb hotel in Marrakech. Just 10 minutes from the Medina, the result is simply spectacular! In the heart of 20 hectares of landscaped gardens with the Atlas mountains as a backdrop, vast living spaces bathed in shade and light, small pools bordering the waters of the large 600m2 swimming pool, all serving as a setting for this luxury hotel which has been infused with the elegance of a contemporary palace, playing on visual simplicity to achieve the perfect harmony between it and the oasis within which it is set. Inside, Berber and Arab-Andalusian influences are subtly evident in the choice of decor, blending charm and authenticity. Within the walls of this majestic sanctuary are offered 9 suites, named as follows: Royal, With infinity pool, Panoramic and Atlas.
Outside the hotel, scattered across the 20-hectare park, are 54 fully equipped villas ranging from 280 m² to 440 m². On the agenda, depending on the level of prestige you succumb to: a swimming pool, hot tub, hammam, private gardens, relaxation spaces …
Equally sumptuous is the 1800 m2 spa, inspired by Eastern tradition, where a full range of holistic treatments are offered.
Finally, to entice discerning traveling gourmets, the Mandarin Oriental Marrakech has equipped itself with a top-tier gastronomic offering, with the Shirvan restaurant on one side, featuring a menu by Michelin-starred chef Akrame Benallal. On the other, Ling Ling by Hakkasan offers Cantonese cuisine, which can be enjoyed from its spacious terrace designed for this purpose.
Golf Royal Route, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
mandarinoriental.com
