Top 10 best luxury hotels in Marrakech (Morocco)

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With over a thousand years of history, Marrakech captivates all who venture within its ochre-coloured walls. It is city of many faces and contrasts, where the sights, smells, colors and sounds unite gloriously to compose an astounding sensorial symphony. Step inside the ancient medina, souks, riads, palaces and perfectly manicured gardens, and be transported back to the annals of history. Beyond the timeless face of Marrakech, a modern 21st century city emerges with luxury hotels, fine dining restaurants, international shopping, designer boutiques and an exhilarating cultural and nightlife scene. The diversity of its surroundings, rich history and well preserved charm, combined with the warm hospitality of its people, makes Marrakech a favored destination with travellers from across the world. Here’s my selection of the 10 best luxury hotels, resorts and riads in Marrakech.

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10. FAIRMONT ROYAL PALM MARRAKECH

The Fairmont Royal Palm earns every ounce of its five-star rating. Backed by the snowy peaks of the Atlas Mountains and wrapped in landscaped water gardens, the luxury resort welcomes business and leisure travelers alike. A sublime and leafy escape from the bustle of the city, Fairmont Royal Palm offers 135 exquisite guest rooms, suites and villas, six outstanding restaurants and bars, and one of the best golf courses in Marrakech. Just 20 minutes from Marrakech Menara Airport, the elegant Moroccan-inspired hideaway also offers indoor and outdoor pools, four dining venues, and a myriad of sporting activities. The resort also boasts a palatial spa, which is designed like a modern riad, and its endless roster of treatments, massages, and hammam rituals.

Hotel website: Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech
Tip: get complimentary VIP perks when booking via Virtuoso

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9. FOUR SEASONS MARRAKECH

The Four Seasons Marrakech takes its inspiration from the ancient Moroccan Medina. The hotel is conceived as a Moroccan Palace and the residences are inspired by the traditional riyâds of the organically composed Medina itself. Upon arrival, guests enjoy axial views to the southeast and the Atlas Mountains beyond. The lobby and lobby lounge overlook the main tree-lined water feature and pool, with the spa building on axis in the distance. Moorish gardens, reflecting and swimming pools, spas, fountains, and floating restaurants traverse the arcades and courtyards, connecting the entire complex. Each of the 139 luxury guest rooms has a private balcony with views of either the beautiful grounds, the historic neighbouring Menara Gardens or the snow-capped Atlas Mountains.

Hotel website: Four Seasons Marrakech
Tip: get complimentary VIP perks when booking via Four Seasons Preferred Partner (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast, early check-in, late check-out, and $100 USD hotel credit for rooms & $200 USD credit for suites)

8. PARK HYATT MARRAKECH

The brand-new Park Hyatt Marrakech luxury hotel is situated in an off-the-beaten path location at the base of the Atlas Mountains. Surrounded by palm trees, olive trees and jacaranda trees, the resort sits adjacent to the Al Maaden Golf resort, offering guests convenient access to the 18-hole course. Renowned Marrakech-based architect Imaad Rahmouni drew inspiration from Arab-Berber traditions to create a luxurious contemporary design for the property. The 130 residentially inspired guestrooms and suites are among the most spacious in Marrakech, and promise privacy and serenity, with Moroccan touches throughout. A variety of authentic and globally inspired dining options is available to guests, reflective of the brand’s elevated food and wine expertise. The hotel’s spa is a temple of tranquility and an ode to Morocco’s culture of hammam rituals and holistic therapies.

Hotel website: Park Hyatt Marrakech
Tip: get complimentary VIP perks when booking via Hyatt Prive (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast, early check-in, late check-out, and $100 USD hotel credit)

7. LA SULTANA MARRAKECH

Set within the city’s UNESCO-designated walled medina, La Sultana Marrakech is an exotic luxury hotel comprising five adjoining riads (traditional houses) complete with courtyards, fountains and luxuriant gardens, all centered around a heated turquoise pool. With its patios expertly sculpted by master-craftsmen, its gardens and rooftops overlooking the city, it is close to the historic sites of the Saadian Tombs, the Royal Palace, the Bahia Palace, within the perimeter of the Medina listed in UNESCO’s World Heritage. The Sultana Marrakech offers 28 rooms and suites, all different, with decor enriched by artworks and collections of art, luxuriant gardens at the heart of the Kasbah, a heated pool, a roof-terrace overlooking treasures of architecture, a spa with several treatment rooms, two restaurants, a cocktail and “mezze” bar, a gym, and a terrace dedicated to cookery classes.

Hotel website: La Sultana Marrakech

6. SELMAN MARRAKECH

At the foot of the Atlas Mountains in Marrakech stands a palace of singular charm, a testament to the splendor of Moorish palaces and the epitome of Arab elegance. A vibrant homage to the purebred Arabian horse, Selman Marrakech is deeply rooted in Moroccan culture and brought to life by master artisans. This Arab-Moorish inspired palace, where the horse reigns supreme, proudly bears the signature of the renowned French architect and designer Jacques Garcia, the only one of its kind in Morocco. Inside, the 60 rooms (including five suites and five villas) exude an Arab-Moorish ambiance with traditional furnishings and rich, colorful fabrics. Plus, six restaurants and bars designed by Jacques Garcia featuring plush seating and ornate chandeliers. There are even onsite stables for the hotel’s award-winning Arabian thoroughbreds – ask the concierge for a private tour.

Hotel website: Selman Marrakech
Tip: get complimentary VIP perks when booking via Virtuoso (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast, early check-in, late check-out, and $100 USD food & beverage credit)

5. LA MAMOUNIA

For more than 95 years, La Mamounia has been a beloved destination and luxury hotel for discerning international travelers. Located in the heart of the enchanting imperial city, this legendary luxury hotel has recreated the intoxicating mood of a Moroccan palace, blending palace grandeur and Arabic-Andalusian style with modern technologies befitting a 21st-century luxury retrea. The sprawling gardens are ripe with citrus trees, fragrant rose blossoms, ancient olive groves, and a vegetable garden where one might see La Mamounia’s chefs foraging for ingredients to be prepared that evening at the hotel’s three signature restaurants. Completing the regal experience, La Mamounia’s service epitomizes Moroccan hospitality with attentive and friendly staff, always with a warm smile.

Hotel website: La Mamounia
Tip: get complimentary VIP perks when booking via Virtuoso (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast, early check-in, late check-out, and $100 USD food & beverage credit)

4. AMANJENA

Inspired by the rose-hued buildings of old Marrakech, palatial Amanjena is close to the fabled Red City, set in its own expanse of gardens and grand open spaces. Shaded courtyards with fountains lead to the central basin, bordered by 32 sunset-hued guest pavilions, each with a wood-burning, sunken fire pit for romantic interludes and a terrace with a cozy, cushioned seating area. There are also seven two-story maisons which feel like elegant Moroccan townhouses, each with inward-facing windows, a wall fountain, and a marble-columned bathroom – there’s even a private swimming pool and garden. Views stretch across the olive groves and palms of the oasis, extending to the High Atlas Mountains on the horizon. Slip away to the full-service spa, with its truly Moroccan hammam and essential-oil massages; you’ll be invited to soak in a rose-petal bath and sip mint tea.

Hotel website: Amanjena
Tip: get complimentary VIP perks when booking via Virtuoso (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast, early check-in, late check-out, and $100 USD food & beverage credit)

3. MANDARIN ORIENTAL MARRAKECH

With the Atlas Mountains as a backdrop and a series of serene ponds as a centerpiece, Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech lies nestled in 20 hectares of olive groves and landscaped gardens, beautifully scented with jasmine, night-blooming cestrum and over 100,000 fragrant roses. A sanctuary minutes from the city’s bustling medina, the hotel’s 56 villas are a mix of Moorish and Berber style, and each centers around a pool. The 7 suites are equally sublime, with spacious living areas to stretch out in. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech offers the renowned signature treatments that have made the group’s international reputation, as well as treatments inspired by Moroccan traditions. The luxury experience is completed by the group’s unparalleled service, allied to the best traditions and hospitality of the Moroccan Kingdom.

Hotel website: Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech
Tip: get complimentary VIP perks when booking via Virtuoso (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast, early check-in, late check-out, and $100 USD resort credit).

2. ROYAL MANSOUR MARRAKECH

Just steps away from the famous Jemaa El Fna square, The Royal Mansour beats in the heart of the Marrakech palace, offering travelers the unique concept of a medina within a medina. The meticulous traditional architecture of its 53 private riads, ranging from one to four bedrooms, a sunny terrace, and a private plunge pool will complete your Marrakech retreat creating unforgettable memories at The Royal Mansour. 4 Signature restaurants, filled with culinary discoveries and gourmet emotions. Ranked among the world’s best wellness retreats, the Royal Mansour Marrakech Spa – located at the center of the luxury hotel – is a haven for the senses. Step into our atrium and surrender to a wave of unprecedented relaxation. The intricate Moorish ironwork reflects the profound well-being that awaits you.

Hotel website: Royal Mansour Marrakech
Tip: get complimentary VIP perks when booking via Virtuoso (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast, early check-in, late check-out, $100 USD food & beverage credit, and complimentary roundtrip private airport transfers)

1. THE OBEROI MARRAKECH

Set in 28 acres of fragrant citrus trees and centuries-old olive groves, The Oberoi Marrakech is a phenomenal 5-star plus luxury hotel. Moorish architecture, Moroccan tapas, and hammam rituals are just a few of the elements that create a truly authentic Moroccan experience. The courtyard of the main building incorporates the design of the historic Medersa Ben Youssef, built in the 14th century and one of Marrakech’s most famous historic monuments. The ultra-luxury property features 84 butler-serviced rooms and villas (some with private courtyards and pools). All accommodations are tastefully decorated in a subtle palette of muted ivory and burnished gold, complemented by ornate Moroccan details and views of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains.

Hotel website: The Oberoi Marrakech
Tip: get complimentary VIP perks when booking via Virtuoso (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast, early check-in, late check-out, $100 USD food & beverage credit, and a complimentary 50-minute massage for up to two people, per room, once during stay)