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Accommodation Guide
Best Hotels in Marrakech
From palatial 5-stars where Churchill painted to rooftop-pool boutiques in the medina — the 10 best hotels in Marrakech for every budget and style.
Quick Picks
Best Overall
La Mamounia
Historic palace, unmatched gardens and service
Best for Families
Four Seasons
Kids club, pools, reliable service
Best Modern Luxury
Selman
Contemporary design, stunning pool
Best Value Luxury
Es Saadi
Hivernage location, great pools, fair prices
Best Budget
Hotel Tazi
Steps from Jemaa el-Fna, clean, cheap
Best for Foodies
Nobu Hotel
Nobu restaurant on-site, rooftop pool
The 10 Best Hotels
1
La Mamounia
Ultra-Luxury 4.9€400–1,200/night Hivernage / Medina Edge
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.
Historic palace since 1929Winston Churchill's favourite8-hectare gardensWorld-class spa
Best for: Once-in-a-lifetime luxury
2
Royal Mansour
Ultra-Luxury 4.9€1,000–5,000/night Medina
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.
Private riad suitesUnderground tunnel service3 Michelin-star restaurantsKing's personal project
Best for: Ultimate privacy and service
3
Selman Marrakech
Luxury 4.8€300–800/night Route d'Amizmiz
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.
80-metre infinity poolArabian horse stud farmContemporary designAtlas Mountain views
Best for: Modern luxury with space
4
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech
Luxury 4.8€250–700/night Hivernage
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.
16 acres of gardensFamily-friendly poolsExceptional spaReliable Four Seasons service
Best for: Families and reliable luxury
5
Amanjena
Luxury 4.7€350–900/night Route de Ouarzazate
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.
Aman minimalismRose-pink pavilionsVast groundsTotal tranquillity
Best for: Retreat-seeking travellers
6
Es Saadi Marrakech Resort
Upper Mid-Range 4.6€150–400/night Hivernage
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.
Palace or Garden wingHeated poolCasino on-siteCentral Hivernage location
Best for: Value luxury with nightlife access
7
Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech
Luxury Resort 4.7€200–600/night Palmeraie
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.
Golf course231-hectare estateAtlas Mountain panoramasEnormous suites
Best for: Golfers and resort lovers
8
Nobu Hotel Marrakech
Upper Mid-Range 4.5€120–350/night Hivernage
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.
Nobu restaurant on-siteRooftop poolContemporary designYounger vibe
Best for: Food-focused travellers
9
Hotel & Ryad Art Place
Mid-Range 4.4€80–180/night Medina
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.
Rooftop pool with medina viewsArt galleryMedina locationExcellent value
Best for: Medina hotel with pool
10
Hotel Tazi
Budget 4€25–60/night Medina / Jemaa el-Fna
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.
Steps from Jemaa el-FnaRooftop terraceClassic backpacker favouriteClean and reliable
Best for: Budget travellers wanting location
Marrakech Neighbourhood Guide
Medina
Vibe: Immersive, traditional, walkable to souks and Jemaa el-Fna
Best for: First-timers, culture seekers, walkers
Note: Narrow streets — taxis can't reach most riads/hotels. Luggage is carried or carted from the nearest vehicle access point.
Hivernage
Vibe: Upscale, tree-lined, easy taxi access, close to medina
Best for: Luxury travellers, nightlife, business trips
Note: The "hotel quarter" — most 5-stars cluster here. 10-minute walk to Jemaa el-Fna.
Palmeraie
Vibe: Resort, spacious, palm groves, pools
Best for: Golfers, families, relaxation seekers
Note: 15–20 minutes from the medina by car. You'll need taxis for every medina visit.
Gueliz (Ville Nouvelle)
Vibe: Modern, cafes, shopping, French-colonial architecture
Best for: Longer stays, digital nomads, restaurant lovers
Note: Fewer tourist hotels but excellent apartments. 20-minute walk to the medina.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I stay in a hotel or a riad in Marrakech?
Hotels and riads offer very different experiences. Riads (traditional courtyard houses in the medina) are intimate, atmospheric, and typically have 4–10 rooms with personalised service. Hotels offer larger rooms, pools, modern amenities, and easier access. First-timers often love the riad experience; families with children or those wanting a pool and spa may prefer a hotel. Many visitors do both: a riad for 2 nights, then a hotel with a pool.
Which neighbourhood should I stay in Marrakech?
The Medina is best for immersion — walking distance to souks, Jemaa el-Fna, and palaces. Hivernage is the upscale quarter with 5-star hotels, nightlife, and easy taxi access. The Palmeraie (15 min north) is resort territory — large properties with pools and gardens, ideal for relaxation. Gueliz (Ville Nouvelle) is modern and convenient with restaurants and shopping. For first-timers, the medina or Hivernage are ideal.
How much do hotels in Marrakech cost?
Budget hotels and hostels start at 200–400 MAD ($20–40)/night. Mid-range boutique hotels run 600–1200 MAD ($60–120). Luxury 5-stars range from 2000–5000 MAD ($200–500). Ultra-luxury properties like Royal Mansour start at 10,000+ MAD ($1000+). Prices drop 30–50% in summer (June–August) and spike during Christmas/New Year and Easter.