Best Hotels in Marrakech

The grande dame of Marrakech — a legendary Art Deco palace surrounded by 8 hectares of gardens. La Mamounia has hosted royalty, heads of state, and Churchill, who painted the Atlas Mountains from its terrace. Recent renovations blend original 1920s glamour with contemporary comfort.

Best for: Once-in-a-lifetime luxury

Built by King Mohammed VI as a showcase of Moroccan craftsmanship, each suite is a private 3-storey riad with its own plunge pool, rooftop terrace, and dedicated butler. Staff move through tunnels beneath the property so guests never see service happening. Three exceptional restaurants include Yannick Alléno's La Grande Table.

Best for: Ultimate privacy and service

A striking contemporary hotel built around an Arabian horse stud farm. The 80-metre pool stretches towards the Atlas Mountains, the rooms are enormous and minimalist, and the on-site equestrian programme is unique. Less traditional than La Mamounia but equally luxurious.

Best for: Modern luxury with space

The go-to for families wanting Five-star reliability: multiple pools, a kids' club, spacious rooms with Moorish design touches, and Four Seasons' famously consistent service. The gardens are gorgeous, and the location in Hivernage means you're close to the medina without being in the chaos.

Best for: Families and reliable luxury

Aman's Moroccan property is a world of serene rose-pink pavilions around a central basin (inspired by the Menara Gardens). It feels less like a hotel and more like a private estate. The design is restrained Moorish — no excess, just space, light, and calm. The spa and pool area are extraordinary.

Best for: Retreat-seeking travellers

A Marrakech institution since the 1960s with two wings: the Palace (renovated suites, premium) and the Garden (good value, pool access). The heated pool is enormous, the gardens mature and shaded, and the location in Hivernage puts you steps from restaurants and nightlife.

Best for: Value luxury with nightlife access

On a vast 231-hectare estate in the Palmeraie with its own 18-hole golf course, olive groves, and Atlas Mountain views. The suites are the largest in Marrakech (from 65 m²). Remote from the medina (20 min by car) but ideal if you want resort-style luxury with golf and pools.

Best for: Golfers and resort lovers

The newest luxury addition to Marrakech — Nobu brings its signature Japanese-Peruvian restaurant, a stylish rooftop pool, and contemporary rooms that balance Moroccan touches with international design. The vibe is younger and more cosmopolitan than the palace hotels.

Best for: Food-focused travellers

A rare find — a proper hotel (not a riad) inside the medina walls with a rooftop pool overlooking the medina rooftops. Art-themed interiors, comfortable rooms, and a location close to the souks. It bridges the gap between riad intimacy and hotel convenience.

Best for: Medina hotel with pool

The best budget hotel in central Marrakech — clean rooms, a rooftop terrace overlooking the medina, and a location literally steps from Jemaa el-Fna. It has been a backpacker favourite for decades. Rooms are basic but well-maintained, and the staff are experienced with international visitors.

Best for: Budget travellers wanting location