Luxury hotels in Marrakech: a luminous stay under the palm trees

Our favorite charming hotels in Marrakech

1. Les Deux Tours | A hotel under the palm trees

This luxury hotel in Marrakech, set in a 3-hectare park, was designed by architect Charles Boccara as an Arabo-Andalusian village in the shadow of Marrakech's Palmeraie, complete with ponds, fountains and gardens. Housing 44 rooms and suites, the 5-star hotel is decorated in a soft, luminous atmosphere, with elements borrowed from Oriental, Andalusian and European decoration. It features private terraces, arcades guarding a secret garden and preserved alcoves.

Les Deux Tours' vegetable garden allows guests to enjoy the scents and colors that emanate from the garden as the day progresses, and to feel as if they have been transported even further on their initial journey. The gastronomic offer includes three addresses, a bar and two restaurants. At La Pergola, enjoy a meal by the poolside, and savour the local flavours of the region: salmon tartar with citrus fruits, grilled whole sea bream with rosemary-flavoured zucchinis from the garden, or leg of lamb kebabs. As for Salammbô, you'll rediscover dishes from Moroccan cuisine, Western specialties reinterpreted to verge on the gourmet, and a menu of fresh Japanese specialties.

You'll be seduced by the lamb tagine with young seasonal vegetables, the souk-spiced wolf fillet or the Mediterranean-style red tuna steak. The highlight of the show is the Yoshi Bar, where you can sample surprising Japanese specialties among the garden bushes, and hope to catch a glimpse of Yoshi, the hotel's cat, who enjoys lounging there. And to complete this already pleasurable escapade, the spa offers the most relaxing facilities: hammam, fitness room, infinity pools heated to 28°C year-round, and body and facial treatments and massages to lull you to sleep.

Les Deux Tours
44 keys, prices from 260 euros per night
Circuit de la palmeraie, Douar Abiad, Marrakech 40000, Morocco

2. Hôtel Barrière Le Naoura Marrakech

Located just off the famous Place Jemaa El-Fna, in the southwest of Marrakech's Medina, Hôtel Le Naoura was the first hotel in the Barrière group to open outside France. With its sober, luminous aesthetic, Le Naoura breathes a gentle perfume of France into Marrakech's lively alleyways, where the bustle of souks and cafés mingle. Designed by architect Daniel Hulak and decorator Pascal Desprez, this luxury hotel in Marrakech features a design that pays homage to the nearby medina: dark wood, ochre-colored walls and a palette of gold, ebony and ivory finely echo the codes of Moroccan architecture.

Built in a U-shape around a central pool, the hotel resembles a peaceful sanctuary. It comprises 26 ryads, 78 rooms and 7 suites, all fragrant with the scent of orange blossom. Spread over three floors, the 85 rooms and suites offer generous spaces of at least 46 m² overlooking the pool. Garden-floor rooms with terraces open directly onto the palm-shaded central pool, perfect for early-morning dips. Larger tribes can opt for one of the 26 ryads with private pools, and squabble over the 3 to 6 bedrooms (and 2 to 4 living rooms), for maximum comfort.

The Marrakech hotel's strong point is undeniably its service, a true dedication to French art de vivre blended with Maghreb hospitality. A 24-hour concierge service and a dedicated team of butlers are at guests' disposal. Families will appreciate the Diwi club (4-12 years), offering activities adapted to younger guests. On the gastronomic front, the Wardya restaurant, headed by chef Hamza Hafquir, delights the taste buds with Mediterranean cuisine served poolside. Fouquet's Marrakech imposes the DNA of the legendary restaurant more than 3,000 kilometers from Paris with its chic 90-cover space: red leather armchairs, white tablecloths and the eternal collection of black-and-white photos of celebrities. The hotel is also distinguished by its 1,200 m² spa, offering a signature treatment specially designed for golfers (in 7 treatment cabins, including 3 doubles), who can practice their swing at one of the ten nearby golf courses.

Hôtel & Ryads Barrière Le Naoura Marrakech
From 273 euros per night
Rue el Adala, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
hotelsbarriere.com/en/marrakech

The best villas to rent in Marrakech

3. Villa Taj Marrakech

There's more to Marrakech than romantic weekends and family vacations. The Red City also excels in the art of hosting exceptional receptions: weddings, business seminars, birthdays, vacations with friends and yoga retreats. For over 15 years, Villa Taj Marrakech, under the leadership of Marianne Labadie, has been exclusively available for rental to host these events in a modern, elegant and scenographic atmosphere, in the heart of a hectare of perfectly manicured landscaped gardens.

With a capacity of 10 to 52 on-site guests, this villa on the Amizmiz road, about thirty minutes from the center of Marrakech, boasts 21 rooms. Some open onto a private garden and offer, depending on their category, a bathtub, four-poster bed or private Jacuzzi for sleeping under the stars.

Rental includes a full housekeeping service (maintenance, bartenders, gardeners, cooks and waiters) and a dedicated wedding planner or event planner to orchestrate every reception: cocktails on the rooftop overlooking the Atlas Mountains and the Agafay desert, immersive dinners in front of the 25-meter heated pool or under the 1001-candle reception tent, scenic lunches in the palm grove or under the olive grove. The Villa Taj principle is unique: never have lunch or dinner in the same space. Covering an area of one hectare, the property unfolds five totally distinct universes, allowing you to experience different atmospheres in the same place, without ever getting bored.

A typical day at Villa Taj? After breakfast in the shade of the olive grove, head off on a quad or buggy ride through the surrounding agafay desert, before lounging in the 25-meter heated pool or the 20-seat signature Jacuzzi, featuring a majestic central bonsai tree, followed by a signature dinner orchestrated by a top chef.

Listed as one of Marrakech's most emblematic reception villas, Villa Taj combines exclusivity, large accommodation capacity and signature event staging.

Villa Taj Marrakech
21 keys, prices from 20,000 euros for two nights on weekdays
Villa Taj، BP33 Douar el Faida, Tameslothe, Marrakech 42312, Morocco
Official website

4. Villa Noria by Le Collectionist, the subtle art of living Marrakech differently

Between two five-star addresses and a few confidential hotels, Marrakech also cultivates the art of staying in a rental villa. Freer, often spectacular, these homes offer another luxury: that of time and space. Villa Noria is reached by a discreet dirt road lined with palm trees, like a prelude to the tranquility that is about to envelop those who cross the threshold of this contemporary Moroccan villa. Less than 20 minutes from the Place Jemaa El Fna, this Collectionist-selected property boasts 1,350 m² of soberly landscaped gardens with jasmine, olive and bougainvillea.

Here, it's all about the generous openings to the outside, offering soft, omnipresent light. Inside, the clean-lined decor combines natural materials and carefully selected Moroccan pieces, creating a warm, chic atmosphere. The seven generously proportioned, ultra-luminous bedrooms adjoin bathrooms that offer the privilege of direct views over the lush gardens.

Outside, the XXL infinity pool (25 x 10 meters) is a veritable oasis, extended by a discreet Jacuzzi nestled out of sight and away from the afternoon sun. A game of tennis, a private cinema session or a rejuvenating break in the starlit hammam are all tempting options.

In the evening, the garden comes to life around the private chef who concocts delicate meals with local flavors, enhanced by vegetables from the kitchen garden and the discreet scent of the pizza oven. This Moroccan refuge also offers tailor-made experiences via the Collectionist concierge service: a sidecar ride through Marrakech, an impromptu lunch in the Agafay desert or a spectacular hot-air balloon flight. Villa Noria is the ideal address for a taste of confidential Marrakech, far from the crowds... but close to the essentials.

Villa Noria
From 16,960 euros per week for 7 rooms (14 travelers) or 346 euros per night / room
lecollectionist.com/en/location-luxe/villa-noria

5. Dar Kemgia by Le Collectionist, between clay and Berber motifs

Fifteen minutes from the hustle and bustle of ochre, Dar Kemgia is the epitome of sleek, graphic Morocco. The lines are clean, the volumes bold, the textures raw. Spanning 1,350 m², this Palmeraie home selected by Le Collectionist celebrates local craftsmanship without folklore: sculpted ceilings, sanded plaster, dark wood, sober ceramics and Berber rugs punctuate the rooms like well-placed winks.

The nine bedrooms are divided between the main house and an outbuilding, each with its own bathroom. You'll find yourself in the cozy club-like reading room, around a table in the ultra-colorful dining room or by one of the two pools: one 30 meters long for morning laps, the other more intimate for afternoons in the shade of the palm trees. In the evening, you can switch from the hammam to the massage room, from the billiard table to the brazier, from the jacuzzi to the cinema, as if you were changing moods.

Children can hide away in the play hut or run from one corner of the 2.2-hectare park to the other, while the grown-ups remake the world over a tajine prepared by the chef. And if you feel like leaving this well-practiced theater, the concierge service operated by Le Collectionist can suggest a hot-air balloon ride at dawn, a sidecar or horseback ride in the palm grove, pottery in a nearby workshop, lunch in the desert or a trek in the Atlas mountains. All the ingredients for a memorable vacation. We love the perfect balance between raw refinement and calibrated service, in a home designed as a contemporary manifesto of Moroccan style.

Dar Kemgia
Prices from 44,885 euros per week for 9 rooms (20 travellers) or 712 euros per night / room
lecollectionist.com/dar-kemgia

Marrakech's most beautiful palaces

6. Mandarin Oriental Marrakech

This luxury hotel in Morocco is a breath of fresh air just a stone's throw from the hustle and bustle of the Red City. The Mandarin Oriental Marrakech stretches over 20 hectares of sumptuous gardens lined with olive trees, rose bushes in a variety of hues and palm trees, all dominated by the silhouette of the Atlas Mountains. The architecture, by the duo Gilles & Boissier, reflects a subtle blend of Berber, Andalusian and Asian influences - a nod to the group's origins. On arrival, a majestic door opens onto a courtyard adorned with pools that seem to flow endlessly. The sober terracotta hues of the buildings give way to the lush greens of the gardens.

Guests can choose to stay in one of the 7 sumptuous suites, each with its own terrace and private pool, or in one of the 58 riad-like villas. When it comes to gastronomy, the journey continues in 4 distinct atmospheres. A dinner at the Shirvan, designed by Michelin-starred chef Akrame Benallal and orchestrated by Chef Hind Nebgane, offers a tasty immersion in the Silk Road, revealing the spices and subtle flavors of the Orient.

Ling Ling by Hakkasan offers contemporary Cantonese cuisine, while the Pool Garden features Mediterranean cuisine at lunchtime. Further on, The Tent, a lounge terrace by the pool, invites you to enjoy a drink or a meal under the stars, by the light of candles and hanging garlands, to the accompaniment of a DJ set. You can even try a cooking class in the hotel's vegetable garden.

Morocco is synonymous with well-being, and the spa here lives up to all expectations. A 1,800 m² sanctuary of serenity, it was named Best Spa in the World 2024 by the World Spa Awards and Morocco's Best Resort Spa 2025. Inspired by Arabo-Andalusian architecture, it features a heated indoor pool, a traditional hammam and a fitness center where you can practice yoga and bootcamp.

Good to know: the Kids' Kasbah at Mandarin Oriental Marrakech will delight children with a playful immersion in Moroccan culture and the surrounding nature.

Mandarin Oriental Marrakech
65 keys, prices from 1091 euros per night
Km5 Route d'Amizmiz, Marrakech 40160

7. Selman Marrakech | An elegant palace at the foot of the Atlas mountains

This family-run hotel-destination (Bennani Smires family) combines the grandeur of Jacques Garcia's style (who renovated La Mamounia) with an exceptional Henri Chenot spa, a superb 80 m swimming pool and the Middle East's passion for breeding thoroughbred horses. Just 7 km from the medina, the Selman is set on a 6-hectare estate facing the Atlas Mountains.

Opulence is the order of the day here: Venetian chandeliers, velvet and silk sofas, bouquets of flowers. The décor draws on Arab craftsmanship and references local architecture, with columned corridors carrying guests through marble patios. This magnificent setting is complemented by professional service. There are 3 restaurants (international, Moroccan and a poolside pavilion), a bar and a superb Vitalité Chenot spa, one of only four in the world, in a replica of Topkapi Palace. Visits to owner Abdeslam's stables and thoroughbred horse shows are a real treat.

While the public areas are impressive, the 55 rooms and five suites are intimate and cozy, with soft silk carpets, velvet sofas and discreetly hidden technology. They are generous in size, with comfortable sitting areas, a large leather-covered desk and a deep terrace overlooking the pool. There are 5 riads with gardens, pools and butlers.

Selman Marrakech
55 keys from €623 per night
Km5 Route d'Amizmiz, Marrakech 40160

8. Amanjena | Marrakech's most luxurious hotel

The Amanjena is an architectural gem nestled in 5 hectares of landscaped gardens dotted with palm trees, just 20 minutes from Marrakech's bustling city center. This serene sanctuary, which reopens in November 2025 after a discreet renovation, combines luxurious accommodation, magnificent gardens, top-flight gastronomy and a soothing spa, the Aman Group's signature where well-being is the keystone. Its reopening also marks the inauguration of a new three-bedroom villa with a 36 m2 heated pool, adding to the property's portfolio of Pavilions and Villas.

The hotel's majestic entrance, with its ochre adobe arches reminiscent of the ramparts of Marrakech and its slender columns, instantly transports guests to a world of calm and beauty. Traditional Moroccan architecture is skilfully blended with modern touches by the group's resident decorator, Ed Tuttle, who drew on the symmetry of the Alhambra and the geometry of the Menara gardens to design the Amanjena. Beautiful volumes, quality materials, impeccable service: Aman's vision of unparalleled luxury, all for just 40 keys.

The rooms are independent Pavilions, havens of peace with adobe walls, terracotta floors and vaulted ceilings. Furnishings are locally made, in keeping with Moroccan traditions, and fabrics are adorned with traditional motifs. Each Pavilion also features a patio with a pool, a terrace offering breathtaking views of the gardens or the Atlas Mountains, and even a private swimming pool for the two-bedroom "Maisons". Leaving the villa, you stroll through the enchanting gardens, with their rustling fountains and shady avenues of jasmine and citrus. The turquoise pool invites you to relax with a cocktail in hand under your parasol on your return from an excursion to the Atlas mountains or the medina.

Another option for letting go is the Amanjena spa, which combines the best of Asian and North African traditions, such as the hammam and black soap scrub. A traditional purifying experience that will leave your skin silky soft, ideal before an aperitif in the courtyard of the Moroccan restaurant with its candlelit fountain. Moorish influences, Berber traditions and live music surround the meal in an atmosphere of the Thousand and One Nights. Alternatively, head for Aman's two culinary signatures: Arva, for warm Italian cuisine orchestrated by chef Francesco Balloo, and the main restaurant, which celebrates traditional Moroccan cuisine.

The activities on offer at the Amanjena are varied, ranging from tours of the Marrakech medina to mountain and desert excursions. Cooking classes are also available for those wishing to learn how to prepare traditional Moroccan dishes. For golf enthusiasts, an 18-hole course designed by Jack Nicklaus is nearby. A five-star hotel that embodies luxury and refinement thanks to its attention to detail.

Amanjena
40 keys, prices from 1,600 euros per night
Km 12, Route de Ouarzazate, Marrakech 40000

9. La Mamounia | Marrakech's historic luxury hotel

This is Marrakech's landmark address and one of the world's most legendary hotels. Completely renovated in 2009, with some of its charms lost in the process, La Mamounia displays its grandiose interiors and historic gardens, beautifully lit at night, in what was once a royal residence, a stone's throw from the Koutoubia minaret. Opened during the Roaring Twenties, the hotel is famous for its Art Deco/Orientral decor, which can be seen in its 5 bars, 4 restaurants, huge underground spa and indoor and outdoor pools. There are 135 rooms, 71 suites and, above all, 3 riads with 3 rooms, surrounded by jasmine and orange trees.

La Mamounia
209 keys from €650 per night
Avenue Bab Jdid, Marrakech 40040

10. Royal Mansour

The Royal Mansour is a poetic palace where terracotta-colored oriental décor warms travelers, and noble, solar Arab architecture impresses. There are 53 subdued rooms, decorated with rich fabrics and adorned with airy seats and beds. The 2.5-hectare palm grove, designed by landscape architect Luis Vallejo, evokes the romantic paintings of Orientalist masters. In this halo of Arabo-Andalusian serenity, the greenhouse is available for painting workshops. This luxury riad offers guests a dreamlike interlude with its swimming pool and 2500m² spa, accessed via the Citrus Garden. For a chic, gourmet dinner: La Grande Table Marocaine, Le Jardin Sesamo or La Grande Brasserie by Hélène Darroze, and for a French-style drink or mint tea: the fireplace lounge and Royal Mansour's bars.

Royal Mansour
53 keys from €1900 per night
Rue Abou Abbas El Sebti, Marrakech 40000