ClubHotel Riu Tikida Palmeraie is an upscale, all-inclusive family-friendly resort located in the Palmeraie, about a 15-minute drive -- without traffic -- to the medina. The 388 air-conditioned rooms include Doubles, which come with mini-fridges, satellite TV, and terraces, and Junior Suites, with living room areas and sofa beds. Packed with activities, the resort includes indoor and outdoor swimming pools with a poolside bar (the all-inclusive package includes unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks), a kids' club and pool, three restaurants, a sun terrace, a gym, a spa with traditional hammam, whirlpool and massages, a sports center, tennis courts, nightly entertainment, even an art program. Spread out over a large palm grove, the modern resort was built in the adobe style, and decorative Moroccan touches punctuate its rooms and sprawling interior. It's not exactly an intimate, quiet riad filled with authentic charm and color, but it's a good choice for travelers seeking an all-inclusive vacation experience outside the Marrakech hubbub but still within easy reach of the Red City's sights.
ClubHotel Riu Tikida Palmeraie is an upscale, all-inclusive family-friendly resort located in the Palmeraie, about a 15-minute drive -- without traffic -- to the medina. The 388 air-conditioned rooms include Doubles, which come with mini-fridges, satellite TV, and terraces, and Junior Suites, with living room areas and sofa beds. Packed with activities, the resort includes indoor and outdoor swimming pools with a poolside bar (the all-inclusive package includes unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks), a kids' club and pool, three restaurants, a sun terrace, a gym, a spa with traditional hammam, whirlpool and massages, a sports center, tennis courts, nightly entertainment, even an art program. Spread out over a large palm grove, the modern resort was built in the adobe style, and decorative Moroccan touches punctuate its rooms and sprawling interior. It's not exactly an intimate, quiet riad filled with authentic charm and color, but it's a good choice for travelers seeking an all-inclusive vacation experience outside the Marrakech hubbub but still within easy reach of the Red City's sights.
This 36-room, three-pearl hotel offers a modern take on the ancient city. Meshing Moroccan motifs with a boutique flavor, Le Caspian presents a remarkable amount of amenities for its small size, including multiple restaurants, a rooftop bar, and even a small pool. The guest rooms and suites also come with a bit of panache, such as stucco cornices, carved wooden doors, traditional mosaic tile floors, and often balconies. Although a mile outside the medina, the hotel is still within walking distance of more than a few major attractions and parks, but a bus or taxi is needed to reach most others. Shoppers will love being next to the vast Carre Eden Shopping Centre, not to mention a host of upscale cafes, art galleries, and fashion boutiques. Travelers looking for a step up nearby can consider Hotel Diwane.
This 36-room, three-pearl hotel offers a modern take on the ancient city. Meshing Moroccan motifs with a boutique flavor, Le Caspian presents a remarkable amount of amenities for its small size, including multiple restaurants, a rooftop bar, and even a small pool. The guest rooms and suites also come with a bit of panache, such as stucco cornices, carved wooden doors, traditional mosaic tile floors, and often balconies. Although a mile outside the medina, the hotel is still within walking distance of more than a few major attractions and parks, but a bus or taxi is needed to reach most others. Shoppers will love being next to the vast Carre Eden Shopping Centre, not to mention a host of upscale cafes, art galleries, and fashion boutiques. Travelers looking for a step up nearby can consider Hotel Diwane.
Hotel Chems is a mid-range,145-room resort-style property located at the southern end of the medina, about a two-minute walk to the Koutoubia mosque and a 15-minute walk to Djemaa el Fna square -- the bustling heart of the Old City. While the hotel shows its age in places, rooms are well-maintained, and the garden and large swimming pool -- a rarity in the medina -- provide fine places to unwind in the sun. There's a massage room and a traditional hammam, along with tennis and petanque courts. The restaurant serves a buffet-style lunch and dinner, but there's plenty of places to eat within walking distance. The Chems is a good choice for budget-conscious travelers who want a pool, and who want to be within walking distance of the Old City's sights but not right in the thick of the bustle. This interested in a riad experience can find some in the medina for similar or even cheaper prices -- such as Riad Tamarrakecht or Riad les Orangers d'Alilia Marrakech -- though neither have a large pool.
Hotel Chems is a mid-range,145-room resort-style property located at the southern end of the medina, about a two-minute walk to the Koutoubia mosque and a 15-minute walk to Djemaa el Fna square -- the bustling heart of the Old City. While the hotel shows its age in places, rooms are well-maintained, and the garden and large swimming pool -- a rarity in the medina -- provide fine places to unwind in the sun. There's a massage room and a traditional hammam, along with tennis and petanque courts. The restaurant serves a buffet-style lunch and dinner, but there's plenty of places to eat within walking distance. The Chems is a good choice for budget-conscious travelers who want a pool, and who want to be within walking distance of the Old City's sights but not right in the thick of the bustle. This interested in a riad experience can find some in the medina for similar or even cheaper prices -- such as Riad Tamarrakecht or Riad les Orangers d'Alilia Marrakech -- though neither have a large pool.
Riad Alnadine is a simple, pretty guesthouse located down one of the narrow alleys in the medina. The three-and-a-half-pearl property is close to souks and touristy Jemaa el-Fna Square, but isolated enough to have a quiet, local vibe. A traditional open courtyard has a small plunge pool and the rooftop terrace above is large enough for guests to spread out for breakfast or sunbathe on loungers. Facilities are limited, and no hammam is perhaps the biggest drawback. The hotel's six guest rooms are elegantly decorated, but they lack modern amenities like TVs, mini-fridges, and kettles. Perks include free breakfast and personal loaner GPS devices for navigating the medina. Travelers who want something more upscale can consider Riad Houdou, which adds a restaurant and spa.
Riad Alnadine is a simple, pretty guesthouse located down one of the narrow alleys in the medina. The three-and-a-half-pearl property is close to souks and touristy Jemaa el-Fna Square, but isolated enough to have a quiet, local vibe. A traditional open courtyard has a small plunge pool and the rooftop terrace above is large enough for guests to spread out for breakfast or sunbathe on loungers. Facilities are limited, and no hammam is perhaps the biggest drawback. The hotel's six guest rooms are elegantly decorated, but they lack modern amenities like TVs, mini-fridges, and kettles. Perks include free breakfast and personal loaner GPS devices for navigating the medina. Travelers who want something more upscale can consider Riad Houdou, which adds a restaurant and spa.
Get a full dose of old Marrakech at this three-and-a-half-pearl hotel, a former riad to the southeast of the city’s main square. Despite its small size—just five bedrooms—Riad Menzeh impresses with its lineup of amenities, including a restaurant, interior courtyard, rooftop terrace, and tiny spa doling out massages, scrubs, and wraps. There's traditional decor throughout the property, with patterned tiles, carved wood, and bright textiles. The colorful guest rooms have AC and hold plenty of charm and romance, but there are no TVs, coffeemakers, or kettles. For a more modern taste of Marrakech, check into the Hotel Le Caspian in the upscale Guéliz district, just west of the old city.
Get a full dose of old Marrakech at this three-and-a-half-pearl hotel, a former riad to the southeast of the city’s main square. Despite its small size—just five bedrooms—Riad Menzeh impresses with its lineup of amenities, including a restaurant, interior courtyard, rooftop terrace, and tiny spa doling out massages, scrubs, and wraps. There's traditional decor throughout the property, with patterned tiles, carved wood, and bright textiles. The colorful guest rooms have AC and hold plenty of charm and romance, but there are no TVs, coffeemakers, or kettles. For a more modern taste of Marrakech, check into the Hotel Le Caspian in the upscale Guéliz district, just west of the old city.
Hotel Atlas is a two-pearl riad with traditionally styled interiors, that's just a three-minute walk from Jemaa el-Fna and the souks of the Medina. The hotel’s pleasant rooftop terrace overlooks the surrounding Medina and the night views here are particularly special. The 32 air-conditioned rooms, ranging from single to five-person, are on the small side, and only 12 have private bathrooms. Rooms are clean and basic (some larger units have TVs), but have distinctive Moroccan touches in the carved wooden doors and some brightly colored stained glass windows. The hotel also has a small bar and restaurant on-site, and free (sometimes spotty) Wi-Fi is available. Travelers looking for a pool might try the nearby two-pearl Riad L'Orchidee, which has higher rates, but also serves a free breakfast.
Hotel Atlas is a two-pearl riad with traditionally styled interiors, that's just a three-minute walk from Jemaa el-Fna and the souks of the Medina. The hotel’s pleasant rooftop terrace overlooks the surrounding Medina and the night views here are particularly special. The 32 air-conditioned rooms, ranging from single to five-person, are on the small side, and only 12 have private bathrooms. Rooms are clean and basic (some larger units have TVs), but have distinctive Moroccan touches in the carved wooden doors and some brightly colored stained glass windows. The hotel also has a small bar and restaurant on-site, and free (sometimes spotty) Wi-Fi is available. Travelers looking for a pool might try the nearby two-pearl Riad L'Orchidee, which has higher rates, but also serves a free breakfast.
The 200-room Hotel Amine is a resort-style budget property in the new city, about a 20-minute walk to the center of Gueliz and a 15-minute cab ride to the medina. Consisting of four buildings grouped around a large (unheated) swimming pool set within pleasant gardens, the hotel offers organized activities, and has a traditional hammam with various scrubs and massages available. The on-site restaurant offers terrace seating, and there's a poolside snack bar. Rooms have air-conditioning and balconies, but TVs are tube-style, there's no in-room Wi-Fi, and the decor is dated. Rates, though, are incredibly low. Guests who want a little more pizzazz in their decor, for slightly higher rates, might want to consider the nearby Moroccan House Hotel.
The 200-room Hotel Amine is a resort-style budget property in the new city, about a 20-minute walk to the center of Gueliz and a 15-minute cab ride to the medina. Consisting of four buildings grouped around a large (unheated) swimming pool set within pleasant gardens, the hotel offers organized activities, and has a traditional hammam with various scrubs and massages available. The on-site restaurant offers terrace seating, and there's a poolside snack bar. Rooms have air-conditioning and balconies, but TVs are tube-style, there's no in-room Wi-Fi, and the decor is dated. Rates, though, are incredibly low. Guests who want a little more pizzazz in their decor, for slightly higher rates, might want to consider the nearby Moroccan House Hotel.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Oudaya offers a wide range of property features and decent Moroccan character in a “New Town” Gueliz location near trendy shops, dining, bars, and clubs. Features are a plus, as the hotel has a large outdoor pool, full-service spa with treatment rooms, a sauna and steam room, and a rooftop terrace with city views. Dining and drinking options on-site include a Moroccan restaurant with a free breakfast that gets mixed reviews, along with a second restaurant and bar. The 164 guest rooms are spare and they have a dated look, but there's a dash of Moroccan style. All come with small flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi, and some open to a lovely courtyard with fountains or have pool-facing balconies. The Ibis Marrakech Centre Gare is closer to the railway station and it has a more varied breakfast, but rooms are less interesting and it doesn’t have a spa.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Oudaya offers a wide range of property features and decent Moroccan character in a “New Town” Gueliz location near trendy shops, dining, bars, and clubs. Features are a plus, as the hotel has a large outdoor pool, full-service spa with treatment rooms, a sauna and steam room, and a rooftop terrace with city views. Dining and drinking options on-site include a Moroccan restaurant with a free breakfast that gets mixed reviews, along with a second restaurant and bar. The 164 guest rooms are spare and they have a dated look, but there's a dash of Moroccan style. All come with small flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi, and some open to a lovely courtyard with fountains or have pool-facing balconies. The Ibis Marrakech Centre Gare is closer to the railway station and it has a more varied breakfast, but rooms are less interesting and it doesn’t have a spa.
The Meriem Hotel is a budget-friendly,152-room property conveniently located in Gueliz -- in the new city -- which is about a 15-minute cab ride to the medina, or a 25-minute walk. A modern pink block of a hotel, the Meriem doesn't have much of the flamboyant Moroccan styling of other properties, although hints of Morocco show up in the archways, ornate chandeliers, screens setting off sitting areas, "tadelakt" walls in rooms, and traditional rugs -- but the decor is hardly distinctive, and is somewhat dated. Rooms, ranging from Standard to Luxury, are spacious, and include flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges, but some of the bathrooms could use a serious refresh -- especially the grouting around the tiles. Two swimming pools sit amid a garden of bamboo trees, and the hotel offers massage services along with the traditional hammam. The main restaurant serves a blend of international and Moroccan cuisines, including a buffet breakfast that's included in the room rate. Guests who prefer a more typically Moroccan ambience might want to consider the nearby Moroccan House Hotel, which has equally low rates.
The Meriem Hotel is a budget-friendly,152-room property conveniently located in Gueliz -- in the new city -- which is about a 15-minute cab ride to the medina, or a 25-minute walk. A modern pink block of a hotel, the Meriem doesn't have much of the flamboyant Moroccan styling of other properties, although hints of Morocco show up in the archways, ornate chandeliers, screens setting off sitting areas, "tadelakt" walls in rooms, and traditional rugs -- but the decor is hardly distinctive, and is somewhat dated. Rooms, ranging from Standard to Luxury, are spacious, and include flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges, but some of the bathrooms could use a serious refresh -- especially the grouting around the tiles. Two swimming pools sit amid a garden of bamboo trees, and the hotel offers massage services along with the traditional hammam. The main restaurant serves a blend of international and Moroccan cuisines, including a buffet breakfast that's included in the room rate. Guests who prefer a more typically Moroccan ambience might want to consider the nearby Moroccan House Hotel, which has equally low rates.
The 26-room Kasbah Le Mirage is an upscale blend of desert fort and traditional Moroccan riad set in an ancient village about half an hour from the bustling Marrakech medina. The long dusty road approach might feel a little too remote for some, but this property does deliver an outstanding Old Morocco ambience. A rooftop hot tub and swim-up bar in the outdoor pool add splashes of luxury, while sweeping mountain views contribute to the tranquil atmosphere. While mod cons are in short supply in the cozy rooms, those who want a rustic retreat away from the maddening crowds will be sure to find it here. Wi-Fi is only free in the common areas.
The 26-room Kasbah Le Mirage is an upscale blend of desert fort and traditional Moroccan riad set in an ancient village about half an hour from the bustling Marrakech medina. The long dusty road approach might feel a little too remote for some, but this property does deliver an outstanding Old Morocco ambience. A rooftop hot tub and swim-up bar in the outdoor pool add splashes of luxury, while sweeping mountain views contribute to the tranquil atmosphere. While mod cons are in short supply in the cozy rooms, those who want a rustic retreat away from the maddening crowds will be sure to find it here. Wi-Fi is only free in the common areas.