El Miria Palais Riad is an upscale boutique hotel in the Palmeraie area, about 20 minutes north of the city center. The property has only 10 charming, traditionally appointed rooms -- all decorated with artisanal touches and equipped with modern conveniences like air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Its small size, coupled with a relatively remote location, combine to create an appealing, peaceful atmosphere. A lounger-lined pool, full-service spa, and restaurant/bar enhance the relaxing feel (though past guests aren't always pleased with the food at the latter). When cabin fever hits, a free daily shuttle into Marrakech is available and tours can be arranged. But if you’re looking for a full range of on-site facilities and organized activities, there several other Palmeraie resorts that would be a better fit.
El Miria Palais Riad is an upscale boutique hotel in the Palmeraie area, about 20 minutes north of the city center. The property has only 10 charming, traditionally appointed rooms -- all decorated with artisanal touches and equipped with modern conveniences like air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Its small size, coupled with a relatively remote location, combine to create an appealing, peaceful atmosphere. A lounger-lined pool, full-service spa, and restaurant/bar enhance the relaxing feel (though past guests aren't always pleased with the food at the latter). When cabin fever hits, a free daily shuttle into Marrakech is available and tours can be arranged. But if you’re looking for a full range of on-site facilities and organized activities, there several other Palmeraie resorts that would be a better fit.
The Riad Elizabeth is located in the oldest part of the medina, near the Mederesa Ben Youssef and the Marrakech Museum, about a 15-minute walk to the Djemaa el Fna square. It's conveniently located for visiting the medina's main souks, and it offers good road access to taxis just beyond the walled gates. But historic location aside, the interiors are decidedly contemporary. Despite a few traditional Moroccan touches, smart monochrome decor pervades throughout, including in its six individually styled rooms. And while the rooftop terrace provides a particularly pleasant place to unwind, there's no hammam or spa facilities beyond the courtyard pool. Overall, Riad Elizabeth offers an attractive, modern take on riad-style lodgings, and its prices are a bit higher.
The Riad Elizabeth is located in the oldest part of the medina, near the Mederesa Ben Youssef and the Marrakech Museum, about a 15-minute walk to the Djemaa el Fna square. It's conveniently located for visiting the medina's main souks, and it offers good road access to taxis just beyond the walled gates. But historic location aside, the interiors are decidedly contemporary. Despite a few traditional Moroccan touches, smart monochrome decor pervades throughout, including in its six individually styled rooms. And while the rooftop terrace provides a particularly pleasant place to unwind, there's no hammam or spa facilities beyond the courtyard pool. Overall, Riad Elizabeth offers an attractive, modern take on riad-style lodgings, and its prices are a bit higher.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Riad Abaca Badra is a cozy, charming, and distinctive family-owned riad hotel in Rmila, at the north end of the Medina. It's a 15-minute walk from Jemaa el Fna square. Guests enjoy a well-regarded free hot breakfast featuring crepes and eggs, and the hotel also serves high-quality Moroccan cuisine for dinner. The rooftop terrace provides a hot tub and Saharan-style tent. The five rooms are a bit dated in their feel, but the look is colorful and distinctly Moroccan. Rooms have air conditioning, safes, and free Wi-Fi, but the amenities list is rather thin, as units lack TVs, electric kettles, and coffeemakers. Riad Andalla is closer to Jemaa el Fna, and its rooms are a bit more detailed, but it has no hot tub and room rates can run higher.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Riad Abaca Badra is a cozy, charming, and distinctive family-owned riad hotel in Rmila, at the north end of the Medina. It's a 15-minute walk from Jemaa el Fna square. Guests enjoy a well-regarded free hot breakfast featuring crepes and eggs, and the hotel also serves high-quality Moroccan cuisine for dinner. The rooftop terrace provides a hot tub and Saharan-style tent. The five rooms are a bit dated in their feel, but the look is colorful and distinctly Moroccan. Rooms have air conditioning, safes, and free Wi-Fi, but the amenities list is rather thin, as units lack TVs, electric kettles, and coffeemakers. Riad Andalla is closer to Jemaa el Fna, and its rooms are a bit more detailed, but it has no hot tub and room rates can run higher.
The 319-room upscale Eldorador Club Palmeraie is a family-oriented all-inclusive resort on 25 acres outside Marrakech. It's surrounded by palm and olive trees, lawns, and three swimming pools, including one for children. There are plenty of activities for young and old, including baby and kids' clubs, and trapeze classes, soccer, tennis, water polo, and more. The medina is a 15- to 20-minute ride via the hotel's shuttle, which runs from morning into the night, and is included in some reservation packages. Rooms combine modern and traditional decor, and while they show a bit of wear and tear, are clean and comfortable.
The 319-room upscale Eldorador Club Palmeraie is a family-oriented all-inclusive resort on 25 acres outside Marrakech. It's surrounded by palm and olive trees, lawns, and three swimming pools, including one for children. There are plenty of activities for young and old, including baby and kids' clubs, and trapeze classes, soccer, tennis, water polo, and more. The medina is a 15- to 20-minute ride via the hotel's shuttle, which runs from morning into the night, and is included in some reservation packages. Rooms combine modern and traditional decor, and while they show a bit of wear and tear, are clean and comfortable.
Originally opened as a Taj Hotel in 2013, the Sahara Palace is a 161-room luxury resort with elegantly grand Indian-Moroccan style. Prior to receiving guests, the hotel served as the film setting for the "Sex in the City 2" and fans will recognize the opulent interiors, which are saturated in bright colors and adorned with floral-patterned coffered ceilings and glittering crystal and glass chandeliers. The resort is located in the upscale La Palmeraie, a quiet enclave with the Atlas Mountains in view, 30 minutes from the bustle of Marrakech’s old city. The hotel's quiet (and sometimes deserted) atmosphere appeals to guests seeking privacy and relaxation. Travelers who prefer a more intimate vibe may consider the similarly luxurious Palais Namaskar while those looking to be closer to the medina might enjoy the Four Seasons.
Originally opened as a Taj Hotel in 2013, the Sahara Palace is a 161-room luxury resort with elegantly grand Indian-Moroccan style. Prior to receiving guests, the hotel served as the film setting for the "Sex in the City 2" and fans will recognize the opulent interiors, which are saturated in bright colors and adorned with floral-patterned coffered ceilings and glittering crystal and glass chandeliers. The resort is located in the upscale La Palmeraie, a quiet enclave with the Atlas Mountains in view, 30 minutes from the bustle of Marrakech’s old city. The hotel's quiet (and sometimes deserted) atmosphere appeals to guests seeking privacy and relaxation. Travelers who prefer a more intimate vibe may consider the similarly luxurious Palais Namaskar while those looking to be closer to the medina might enjoy the Four Seasons.
On the outskirts of Marrakech sits the palace-like, five-pearl Selman Marrakech. This opulent property attracts couples on romantic getaways with its luxurious interiors, remote location, and unique features like an Arabian horse breeding facility. The 60 rooms and suites are posh and come with minibars, espresso makers, and spacious balconies. Amenities here are top-of-the-line, with Moroccan restaurants, free breakfast, a luxe spa, and multiple pools. Just about the only downside is an 18-minute drive to the center of Marrakech. Travelers looking for something closer to the city may want to consider the Riad Farnatchi, an upscale boutique establishment with a free breakfast and rooms with fireplaces.
On the outskirts of Marrakech sits the palace-like, five-pearl Selman Marrakech. This opulent property attracts couples on romantic getaways with its luxurious interiors, remote location, and unique features like an Arabian horse breeding facility. The 60 rooms and suites are posh and come with minibars, espresso makers, and spacious balconies. Amenities here are top-of-the-line, with Moroccan restaurants, free breakfast, a luxe spa, and multiple pools. Just about the only downside is an 18-minute drive to the center of Marrakech. Travelers looking for something closer to the city may want to consider the Riad Farnatchi, an upscale boutique establishment with a free breakfast and rooms with fireplaces.
The 28-room El Fenn is a chic, upscale boutique with plenty of old Morocco charm set in the heart of medina. Interiors are hands-down some of the most gorgeous you'll find in Marrakech, with lots of jewel tones, inviting places to lounge strewn with colorful throw pillows, and pretty keyhole arches. This property also delivers on stellar facilities with several pools, a hammam spa, peaceful courtyards with a hammock, and excellent rooftop dining. It's no surprise their spacious and luxurious rooms are popular with the celebrity set. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
The 28-room El Fenn is a chic, upscale boutique with plenty of old Morocco charm set in the heart of medina. Interiors are hands-down some of the most gorgeous you'll find in Marrakech, with lots of jewel tones, inviting places to lounge strewn with colorful throw pillows, and pretty keyhole arches. This property also delivers on stellar facilities with several pools, a hammam spa, peaceful courtyards with a hammock, and excellent rooftop dining. It's no surprise their spacious and luxurious rooms are popular with the celebrity set. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
Part of a luxury Moroccan chain hotel, the 277-room, 13-acre Le Meridien N'Fis features Moorish designs, trellis pathways, a chef’s vegetable garden, and more greenery around a tennis court and lagoon pools. Services include a 24-hour front desk, currency exchange, laundry facilities, and a spa. Rooms are sleek and contemporary (but not particularly luxe) in black, gray, and white with flashes of color; amenities include coffeemakers, flat-screen TVs, and balconies. Wi-Fi fees are a common complaint from guests.
Part of a luxury Moroccan chain hotel, the 277-room, 13-acre Le Meridien N'Fis features Moorish designs, trellis pathways, a chef’s vegetable garden, and more greenery around a tennis court and lagoon pools. Services include a 24-hour front desk, currency exchange, laundry facilities, and a spa. Rooms are sleek and contemporary (but not particularly luxe) in black, gray, and white with flashes of color; amenities include coffeemakers, flat-screen TVs, and balconies. Wi-Fi fees are a common complaint from guests.
Tigmiza Suites & Pavillons is a luxurious, 27-room hotel in its own walled complex, surrounded by lush, herb-scented gardens. Its location provides a peaceful setting a 20-minute drive away from the hubbub of the medina, though some might find it too far from the action. Decor is lovely throughout, especially in the individually themed suites, while lavish Villas provide extra seclusion and private pools. While not perfect -- pools can be too chilly and drinks are pricey -- this family-run boutique hotel is an outstanding example of its kind. The Sahara Palace nearby is even more luxurious, if not as intimate, so it may be worth comparing rates.
Tigmiza Suites & Pavillons is a luxurious, 27-room hotel in its own walled complex, surrounded by lush, herb-scented gardens. Its location provides a peaceful setting a 20-minute drive away from the hubbub of the medina, though some might find it too far from the action. Decor is lovely throughout, especially in the individually themed suites, while lavish Villas provide extra seclusion and private pools. While not perfect -- pools can be too chilly and drinks are pricey -- this family-run boutique hotel is an outstanding example of its kind. The Sahara Palace nearby is even more luxurious, if not as intimate, so it may be worth comparing rates.
The 100-room Les Jardins de La Koutoubia is a Moroccan romantic haven, offering luxury palatial designs, Moorish furnishings, secluded tropical courtyards with fountains, and quick access to Jemaa el-Fna square. The intimate hotel features rooftop and outdoor garden pools, an elegant spa with an indoor pool, and on-site dining and cocktails. Still, guests sometimes complain about in-room noise from the dumbwaiter and elevators. The nearby Es Saadi Gardens and Resort, which reportedly offers quieter rooms, might be an alternative option.
The 100-room Les Jardins de La Koutoubia is a Moroccan romantic haven, offering luxury palatial designs, Moorish furnishings, secluded tropical courtyards with fountains, and quick access to Jemaa el-Fna square. The intimate hotel features rooftop and outdoor garden pools, an elegant spa with an indoor pool, and on-site dining and cocktails. Still, guests sometimes complain about in-room noise from the dumbwaiter and elevators. The nearby Es Saadi Gardens and Resort, which reportedly offers quieter rooms, might be an alternative option.