53 Best Hotels in Marrakesh, Morocco

Since 1923, Morocco's most prestigious hotel has achieved legendary status for its opulence, grandeur, celebrity guest list, and hefty price tag. Famed also for its elegant interiors, magnificent mature gardens, and immaculate service, La Mamounia occupies 20 acres of fragrant gardens that once belonged to 18th-century Prince Mamoun and is a glowing example of Moroccan Arab–Andalusian fine arts. As you enter the main foyer, doormen glide to your assistance as you're greeted by a waft of orange blossoms. The marble sculptures, velvet armchairs, antique furniture, and spacious lounges hung with Asian paintings ooze elegance. Animal lovers will be delighted to see that despite its five-star standing, La Mamounia welcomes furry friends—a rarity in Morocco. It also has its own colony of rescue cats and a friendly donkey wandering the grounds.

Just south of the Palmery, this fabulous hotel blends Moorish design details with ancient Egyptian architecture to make a peaceful paradise. As you enter into the lobby with its high vaulted ceiling, fountains, and pillars, the impression is of reaching a palace. (Oprah is a fan and stayed here on her trip to Marrakesh.) Accommodation is in two-story private terra-cotta villas and pavilions with generously sized bedrooms and high domed ceilings that surround an immense turquoise basin from which a series of smaller lagoons spread out through the manicured gardens. Some units have private dipping pools, fountains, and lush garden courtyards with drapes and white divans. There are Moroccan and Japanese restaurants to choose from as well as the option to dine at your own pavilion.

The word jnane means "garden," and this luxury property makes the most of its surroundings, with hacienda-style accommodations all surrounded by palms, olive trees, cactus gardens, herbs, and rose beds. Interiors are impeccably decorated with tadlak, antique rugs, paintings, textiles, and ethnic objects reflecting the artistic passion of lawyer-turned-designer Meryanne Loum-Martin. Outdoor terraces and nooks and crannies encourage daytime retreat, while a magnificent central drawing room with open fireplace brings guests together in the evening.

At the edge of the medina, with easy access to parking, taxis, and the main Jemaa el-Fnaa square, La Maison Arabe is a stylish hotel offering old-fashioned charm and exceptional Moroccan hospitality. The design is an artful blend of Moorish and European, and each of the four courtyards offers grandeur on an intimate scale. Beautiful carved wooden paneling leads you through the old wing to discover the cool inner patio, reading rooms, piano bar, and an elegant Moroccan restaurant that's one of the best in Marrakesh. Most rooms have a fireplace and a balcony, and the hotel has a small (oddly placed) swimming pool and sun terraces above. There is a luxurious spa and hammam and guests also have access to a country club just outside Marrakesh, with a large pool and gardens. The house was once a famous restaurant, the first to serve Moroccan cuisine to such notables as Winston Churchill and Jackie Kennedy.

The Mandarin Oriental's first Moroccan property lives up to the ultraluxury hospitality brand's reputation. The property overlooks the Atlas Mountains and is surrounded by 50 acres of olive groves and rose gardens. All the suites and villas come with a private pool and butler (and the hotel slippers are to die for). Meanwhile, the decadent Asian restaurant Ling Ling serves up one of the best dining experiences in Marrakesh and is as popular with the city's luxury-loving residents as it is with hotel guests. To stay here, you need to be a traveler who's willing to splurge but also one who's motivated; it's tough to leave the property and you need to hire a car to get to any of the city's main attractions. 

The first African outpost from the Nobu hospitality brand is perfect for both business and leisure travelers. The design is a gorgeous fusion of Moroccan craftsmanship and Japanese contemporary touches. Rooms are simple but chic, and guests need only get on the elevator to either go upstairs to the vibrant rooftop bar or downstairs to the iconic Nobu restaurant. The vibe at both is cool and sophisticated, and there are as many solo guests as there are couples and groups. If you want to make the most of the amenities, book yourself a spa treatment and order sushi from room service.

With easy access from Bab Laksour and just a five-minute walk to Jemaa el-Fnaa, this luxurious riad is a great base for exploring the medina. The service is impeccable, rooms and suites are beautifully decorated, and the bejmat-tiled patio (local handmade tiling laid in a herringbone design) is a delightful place to sip mint tea while shaded by orange trees. A high wall protects the small patio swimming pool from the sun. Meals are served on the roof terrace, the patio, or in the cozy upstairs salon, which has a huge open fireplace and a library of books and games. For even more privacy, they also have a small, restored townhouse around the corner suitable for two- to four guests. 

Riad Tarabel is an enchanting hideaway that exudes old-world charm. Antique maps, peacock chairs, taxidermy birds, and sparkling chandeliers all have a place here, as do lush paintings that were shipped from the enigmatic owner’s family château in France. For those who love travel-inspired nostalgia and treasures, a stay at Tarabel is an absolute must. Pay close attention to the gilt mirrors that decorate Tarabel’s sitting areas. One of them is actually a secret door that leads to a spa—all you have to do is find and press the button.

You'll feel like a celebrity when you arrive at this dreamy resort, which opened to great acclaim in 2012 in Marrakesh's Palmery. Set among 12 acres of manicured gardens and shallow ponds, guests cross a moat to enter their accommodations, which range from spacious deluxe rooms centered on a courtyard garden to suites (some with fireplaces, terraces, or private pools), villas with private gardens, and three stately, multibedroom palaces. All are top-of-the-line with DVD-integrated plasma TVs, Nespresso machines, rain showers, and the plushest bedding, plus chic, contemporary interiors. On-site dining includes a French-influenced gourmet restaurant, a stylish lounge for tea, and Nomad Bar for cocktails. There's a central swimming pool for guests and visitors close to the restaurant as well as a shallow pool for children. The spa offers a range of divine massage and beauty treatments.

This hotel is a great city-center base---downtown Guéliz is on the doorstep and it's close to modern restaurants, cafés, and nightlife---but it's also on a quiet corner close to the El Harti Gardens and Royal Tennis Club. Rooms have been tastefully furnished and are comfortable, though it feels more like Barcelona than Marrakesh. Guest rooms have patterned easy-chairs, sunburst mirrors, colorful cement floor tiles, and modern facilities such as satellite TV, minibars, and high-speed Wi-Fi. There's a lovely bar on the roof-terrace and a mezzanine lounge with seating that overlooks the huge hotel restaurant that specializes in seafood. At the rear is a small terrace and pool for guests, and there's a small dipping pool on the roof.

This boutique hotel in the heart of Guéliz is hypermodern in style, with trendy furniture, a space-age lounge bar, and minimalist bedrooms. The ground-floor bar is a popular meeting point and the hotel's location in the heart of Guéliz makes it ideal for exploring shops, galleries, and the medina. There's a small swimming pool in the inner atrium and also a rooftop terrace with comfortable seating, sun loungers, and a bar, but sadly no open views. That said, for a hotel in the new town, with a funky rather than functional vibe, Bab Hotel is worth checking out. It's worth spending extra for a Deluxe Room to get the extra space and balcony.

From the owners of the popular Riad BE in Marrakesh's medina, this widespread desert camp offers plenty of hangout spots and activities for its guests. You can order drinks and snacks to enjoy poolside, indulge in a spa treatment, or even sign up for a pottery workshop. The property has its own hilltop you can climb via stairs to enjoy the sunset and the friendly bartenders will even deliver your cocktail of choice while you're up there. While many of the camps in Agafay cater more to couples and the Instagram-loving crowd, BE is just as much a family-friendly option and has shallow pools that kids will love—likely inspired by the fact that the owners are parents to three little girls of their own and often bring them here on the weekends.

This renovated riad near the Badi Palace in the Mellah quarter has rooms arranged over two floors, looking inward to the central patio pool and terrace, which is shaded by jasmine, bougainvillea, and banana palms. Some suites are large enough to accommodate extra beds making this a convenient family base for exploring. Traditional features remain such as zellige tiled detailing and bathrooms finished in tadlak. Request meals on the secluded terrace, which has great views of Marrakesh and the High Atlas.

Originally built as a family home in 1982, Dar Ayniwen (House of Palms) is now a luxurious small hotel amid five acres of gardens, where guests are immediately made to feel at home by the warm and attentive staff. The house itself is filled with antique furnishings, rugs, lamps, paintings, and other objects collected from all over the world and over a lifetime by the owner's father. Several rooms, including the Rotunda Suite, can accommodate families and the hotel offers children's menus, babysitting services, and a library of books, DVDs, and games. Meals and snacks are available and are usually served on the garden terrace. A free shuttle to the medina and Marrakesh city center is available to guests on request.

The unpretentious charms of this country villa with an English-style garden is a delight, complete with croquet lawn, rose gardens, terraces, and swimming pool. The house has a huge sitting room and library, and plenty of comfy corners for reading or playing board games in both summer and winter. The outdoor veranda lounge is the perfect place to relax with a drink before dinner. There are three bedrooms on the ground floor with views of the garden. The spacious suites have private terraces, cozy fireplaces, and sitting areas that are tastefully furnished with a mix of Moroccan and Indonesian elements. Service is attentive, and for once design isn't too over-the-top. For complete privacy or family stays, the self-contained pool pavilion has two bedrooms, a shared lounge, and private pool.

This city-center hotel has a huge, riad-style atrium, giving it some Moroccan charm along with standard hotel amenities such as a restaurant, bar, gym, spa, and pool. Rooms are basic, but some have balconies with a pool view. There is an elevator and disabled access throughout, as well as a good-size pool in the garden and a small poolside café and pizzeria. The restaurant serves a tasty Moroccan buffet on alternate nights, but avoid the international buffet nights. Service is efficient, and the hotel is well placed just off the main Avenue Mohammed V. Interconnecting family rooms are available.

English entrepreneur Vanessa Branson created this riad "adventure" in 2002, and since then it has been reworked and extended into a palace of individually conceived rooms designed with a stylish modern aesthetic. The property appeals to fashionable sophisticates although families with children are equally welcome. The atmosphere is chic, relaxed, and trendy, but it's expensive compared to other properties in the same category. There are three pools, a hammam spa, restaurant, spacious bar with lounge, exclusive designer boutique, library, and shaded garden patios. The roof terrace is huge and attracts outside guests for evening cocktails, as does the restaurant. Hardly any wonder that most guests stay four to five days—some even two weeks. 

What started as Marrakesh's first casino has grown into a complex with two hotel properties as well as the Es Saadi casino and the Teatro nightclub. The original Es Saadi Hotel is rather dated and worn, but the luxury Es Saadi Palace is a whole class above its sister. In addition, there are 10 individually styled luxurious villas with one or two bedrooms and their own private garden terrace. For a slightly more rustic "'kasbah"' experience, there are eight ksars built in the style of desert kasbahs, each with two bedrooms, a private sun terrace, and direct access to the Palace pool. There are 19 acres of gardens blooming with orange trees and roses, and sun-loungers and hammocks scattered on luxurious lawns. There's a massive outdoor pool (free for Es Saadi Palace, Villa, and Ksar guests), as well as a smaller unheated pool at the Es Saadi Hotel. There are also loads of organized children’s activities as well as daily yoga sessions.

The Four Seasons is a luxurious mini-medina outside the walls of the old city; avenues of palm trees, arcades, and patios connect the low-rise pavilions, all surrounded by acres of exotic gardens, terraces, pools, and fountains. The facilities are second to none, with contemporary Moroccan decor throughout and impeccable service. All rooms have a private terrace or balcony with views to the lush grounds. One swimming pool is for families; the other is a tranquil delight for adults only. In addition, there is a kids' and teenagers' club, a spa, games room, tea salon, library, and a fine Moroccan restaurant. 

A long-standing favorite among budget travelers and backpackers, Hotel Ali is right at the edge of the main square and is constantly abuzz with activity, but don't expect many creature comforts. The rooms have en suite baths and air-conditioning (not always working), and guests have access to a 24-hour currency-exchange bureau. There are great views over Jemaa el-Fnaa, and some rooms have private balconies overlooking the street and a small park at the entrance to the square.

This playful paradise has a pool that’s ideal for afternoon swims and pillow-filled swinging chairs that sway just the right amount in the desert wind. Each tent is bathed in a delicious golden glow as the sun rises, which is fitting since Inara means “ray of light” in Arabic. The staff, many of whom have worked together for years, go above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome.

This well-managed, budget riad is a cut above the rest with an ideal location just a stone's throw from Place Djemâa el Fna. The decor is simple with Moroccan textiles, rugs, and lamps adding a splash of color to each of the bedrooms, which are clean and well-appointed. A central patio fountain, brightly tiled floors, tadelakt columns, rooftop terraces, and cascading plants contribute to an air of elegance. Meals are available in the hotel's salon restaurant, which has a cozy fireplace for winter and long, low cushioned benches for relaxing. There is also a terrace and a traditional 'caidal' tent for dining or just hiding yourself away with a book. Meals must be requested in advance.

Opened by celebrated British designer Jasper Conran, peace and tranquility reign supreme at this stylish riad set within a former 19th-century Ciadal palace. L'Hotel has six spacious suites, including Agadir, its newest and largest suite, which comes with its own private courtyard and fountain. Conran furnished all the rooms and common spaces with antiques and artworks from his private collection, which makes staying here feel like you're visiting a well-off friend's lush Marrakesh villa. Four-poster beds are made up with hand-finished Egyptian cotton linen surrounded by billowing white voile drapes. While all suites overlook the garden courtyard, request one with a private balcony or terrace. The on-site restaurant serves Moroccan cuisine either in the elegant dining room or on your own private terrace. There are no TVs and children are not accepted unless the entire riad is booked for private use. The sun-drenched roof terrace is ideal for afternoon tea or sunset cocktails.

There's a certain over-the-top charm to this series of five interconnected riads of palatial proportions, each with a different decorative theme inspired by previous ruling dynasties. The hotel concierge offers all services and comforts associated with a small luxury hotel and there's a Romanesque underground spa and massage suite, as well as on-site cooking classes. There are also salon areas and lounges in each of the different riads, plus a billiards room and other spaces for meeting, greeting, or relaxing. A nighttime aperitif beside the patio pool amid rows of man-size lanterns is hard to beat. The very pleasant terrace restaurant is open to nonguests and has both French and Moroccan menus.

Take your breakfast or lunch here, but head elsewhere for dinner.

This modern hotel with a small pool, a restaurant serving international food, a bar area, and clean, spacious rooms and suites (many have twin beds), is a convenient local base in the heart of Guéliz. There are some traditional decorative touches such as stucco cornices, carved wooden doors, and beldi (a traditional, handmade, mosaic tile) floors. It's popular with budget tour operators and large groups so it's frequently booked up. Avoid rooms at the front as the street is noisy and windows are small.

On the souk's northern tip is this lavish riad spread across five adjoining properties, known for its fabulous decor and elite clientele (Angelina Jolie and Russell Crowe have stayed here). Its location in the heart of the busy El Mok'f neighborhood may be a bit more on the edgy side, but once you've reached the riad, you may never want to leave. TVs are hidden behind carved moucharabia screens and iPod docks are filled with cool tunes. Hidden alcoves and salons are great places to grab a meal, but don't miss the terrace for sunset. 

This outpost of a well-respected French luxury hotel chain is ideally situated on the edge of the medina but an easy walk from the main sights. Modernist in style, with Moroccan and Oriental touches, the rooms and suites all look out over the hotel's main attraction: the heated swimming pool. Loungers, parasols, poolside bar, pizzeria, and even a lifeguard in attendance make this ideal for families, as do the kids' club (for ages 4--12), babysitting service, and swimming lessons. Rooms in the main hotel are furnished simply in cream, beige, and brown hues, and some suites have twin bathrooms. For a family group or special event, the 26 contemporary-style private riads (from around 7,000 DH per night) can accommodate up to eight people with private patio, pool, fully equipped kitchen, and comfortable living rooms. The hotel also has an excellent spa and hydrotherapy facility.

A collection of garden and pool suites scattered through a 7-acre garden, Les Deux Tours is ideal for those who prefer a peaceful retreat over the city bustle. The main building houses the restaurant, communal lounges, a games room, and a cozy winter bar complete with open fire, but the overall feeling pervading throughout is one of faded charm. Room sizes vary enormously, and the standard "classic" rooms are cramped and stuffy—it's worth upgrading to a junior suite. The main pool is surrounded by lawns, a terrace, and plenty of loungers.

Despite its location on an unprepossessing street, this hotel is in the heart of the action and has a rather grand and opulent interior that cannot fail to impress. The carved pillars of the garden give the air of an ancient temple, with four salons around an enormous, heated pool and a giant fireplace at one end. The Ambassador suite has great views of the medina and nearby Koutoubia Mosque, but most of the rooms look upon the inner garden and pool area. Elegant sitting rooms, a cigar room, a piano bar, and an additional outdoor heated pool on the roof add to the hotel's charms. There are also plenty of in-house dining options with the Moroccan Koutoubia restaurant as well as Indian and French options. Guests can enjoy the rooftop pool and the hammam with aromatic spa treatments.

With easy access and elevators, this is a good choice for anyone with mobility issues.

This 18th-century palace once belonging to the cousin of King Hassan II is now a luxurious boutique hotel with lush gardens hidden in the kasbah area of the medina. Accommodations are spacious and there's a decent-size pool, making this a great choice for families. Rooms with a garden view open onto a jungle of banana, palm, orange, olive, and jacaranda trees and are deliciously cool in summer. Other rooms open onto private patios, some have sun terraces, and all are decorated with traditional Moroccan finishes of tadlak and tiling, with ceiling fans and air-conditioning. The swimming pool sits at the edge of the gardens surrounded by terraces for sunbathing, and the hotel has a hammam and massage suite. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner and is open to the public.