The Kech Boutique Hotel & Spa is an upper-middle-range, 72-room property with a large pool and a convenient location just 10 minutes' drive from the Medina. The spa has a beautiful hammam; the restaurant serves Moroccan cuisine; and the bar/lounge offers craft cocktails -- though they're pricey. Guest rooms are clean and spacious with elegant decor, and some have Atlas Mountain views. Breakfast is free, as is Wi-Fi, though the connection is shaky. This property draws a range of ages and types of guests, including solo travelers and couples, many of whom enjoy the modern decor and occasional DJ. Guests willing to pay a bit more could also try the architecturally stunning Sirayane Boutique Hotel & Spa, which has half-board options.
The Kech Boutique Hotel & Spa is an upper-middle-range, 72-room property with a large pool and a convenient location just 10 minutes' drive from the Medina. The spa has a beautiful hammam; the restaurant serves Moroccan cuisine; and the bar/lounge offers craft cocktails -- though they're pricey. Guest rooms are clean and spacious with elegant decor, and some have Atlas Mountain views. Breakfast is free, as is Wi-Fi, though the connection is shaky. This property draws a range of ages and types of guests, including solo travelers and couples, many of whom enjoy the modern decor and occasional DJ. Guests willing to pay a bit more could also try the architecturally stunning Sirayane Boutique Hotel & Spa, which has half-board options.
Set within the palm groves of the ritzy Palmeraie district, the 36-room, luxurious Deux Tours is a great place to indulge in poolside lounging and traditional hammam treatments outside the often chaotic bustle of the Medina. The immediate surrounding area has little to offer, but it's a free 15-minute ride on the hotel shuttle to the Medina. Peaceful grounds filled with gardens, fountains, and animals are somewhat kid-friendly, though the traditionally designed rooms and elegant private riads have a decidedly romantic appeal better suited to couples. Guests who want to stay directly in the Medina could try the Riad Ambre et Epices, a luxury property with free breakfast.
Set within the palm groves of the ritzy Palmeraie district, the 36-room, luxurious Deux Tours is a great place to indulge in poolside lounging and traditional hammam treatments outside the often chaotic bustle of the Medina. The immediate surrounding area has little to offer, but it's a free 15-minute ride on the hotel shuttle to the Medina. Peaceful grounds filled with gardens, fountains, and animals are somewhat kid-friendly, though the traditionally designed rooms and elegant private riads have a decidedly romantic appeal better suited to couples. Guests who want to stay directly in the Medina could try the Riad Ambre et Epices, a luxury property with free breakfast.
Riad Aguerzame is a four-room, mid-range riad located in the ancient medina, about a 15-minute walk to Djemaa el Fna square. While it is a perfectly pleasant, traditionally styled guesthouse furnished with lots of local handcrafts and mosaics, it's not overly lavish -- there's no hammam or plunge pool. Rooms are long and narrow with terra-cotta tile floors, but have distinctive Moroccan touches. An excellent breakfast comes with the room, and the riad serves a Moroccan dinner, which needs to be arranged in advance. The terrace offers superb rooftop views, but the standout feature here is the attentive, personalized service provided by the owner and his staff.
Riad Aguerzame is a four-room, mid-range riad located in the ancient medina, about a 15-minute walk to Djemaa el Fna square. While it is a perfectly pleasant, traditionally styled guesthouse furnished with lots of local handcrafts and mosaics, it's not overly lavish -- there's no hammam or plunge pool. Rooms are long and narrow with terra-cotta tile floors, but have distinctive Moroccan touches. An excellent breakfast comes with the room, and the riad serves a Moroccan dinner, which needs to be arranged in advance. The terrace offers superb rooftop views, but the standout feature here is the attentive, personalized service provided by the owner and his staff.
Zamzam Riad is an upscale and secluded traditional Moroccan-style guesthouse situated on the edge of Marrakech's famous medina. The location can feel a little off the beaten track, though most of the city's attractions are still within walking distance. All seven rooms are beautifully presented with plush Moroccan styling and lovely marble-finished bathrooms -- though don't expect TVs or telephones. Excellent dining on the terrace under the stars is a real highlight, while the snug lounge and rooftop hammam complete what is certainly one of the finer examples of riad-style accommodation in Marrakech. Those who'd like a more central location in the medina and a larger pool may want to compare rates with the Riad Dar Anika.
Zamzam Riad is an upscale and secluded traditional Moroccan-style guesthouse situated on the edge of Marrakech's famous medina. The location can feel a little off the beaten track, though most of the city's attractions are still within walking distance. All seven rooms are beautifully presented with plush Moroccan styling and lovely marble-finished bathrooms -- though don't expect TVs or telephones. Excellent dining on the terrace under the stars is a real highlight, while the snug lounge and rooftop hammam complete what is certainly one of the finer examples of riad-style accommodation in Marrakech. Those who'd like a more central location in the medina and a larger pool may want to compare rates with the Riad Dar Anika.
The upscale Hivernage Hotel & Spa is an 85-room, traditionally styled property located in the swanky area of the same name set within walking distance of the medina. Rooms are polished and modern, if lacking the same level of Moroccan charm found in the Marrakech's other upscale properties; some have balconies and private hammams but the free Wi-Fi can be patchy. While excellent dining and a rooftop bar are huge pluses, the outdoor pool is a letdown with poor design meaning little sun and no views. All in all, it doesn't quite achieve the heights of luxury it seems to strive for, but makes for a decent upscale hotel in the attempt.
The upscale Hivernage Hotel & Spa is an 85-room, traditionally styled property located in the swanky area of the same name set within walking distance of the medina. Rooms are polished and modern, if lacking the same level of Moroccan charm found in the Marrakech's other upscale properties; some have balconies and private hammams but the free Wi-Fi can be patchy. While excellent dining and a rooftop bar are huge pluses, the outdoor pool is a letdown with poor design meaning little sun and no views. All in all, it doesn't quite achieve the heights of luxury it seems to strive for, but makes for a decent upscale hotel in the attempt.
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.
