Marrakech is a feast for the senses, with vibrant colours, bustling souks, tranquil riads, and shaded gardens, all set against the backdrop of the snowcapped Atlas Mountains. The best way to take it all in? Staying in one of the finest luxury hotels in Marrakech. From private riads in the heart of the Medina to sleek design hotels in the city's leafy Palmeraie, there are plenty to choose from.
Whether you're looking forward to strolling the maze-like streets, unwinding in a hammam, or venturing to the Atlas Mountains and Agafay Desert, The Ochre City offers endless adventures and plenty of luxurious hideaways to return to after a busy day.
Our Favourite Luxury Hotels in Marrakech
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech
Ideally located between the historic medina and the vibrant Ville Nouvelle, Four Seasons Marrakech offers a serene retreat set across 16 hectares of exquisite Moorish gardens. Blending timeless Moroccan decor with modern touches of luxury, the hotel's villas come with their own private pools and are surrounded by lush gardens, providing guests with a peaceful private oasis in the heart of the city.
Further indulgence awaits at the exquisite spa, where guests can take a dip in the mosaic-tiled hammam, or enjoy an exfoliating treatment with clay sourced from the Atlas Mountains. There’s also a range of fine-dining options to look forward to here, from Italian masterpieces at Quattro to Middle Eastern fusion at Azzera.
In a few words: Fine dining and private pools nestled among Moorish gardens.
Top amenities:
- Spa & Wellness
- Yoga classes
- Fitness centre and personal trainers
- Family pool and adult-only pool
- Two tennis courts
- Kids Club and Young Adult Centre
- Rooftop bar
- 24-hour concierge service
Address: Av. de la Ménara, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
Palais Ronsard Relais & Chateaux
Located among the greenery of Marrakech’s historic palm grove, or Palmeraie, Palais Ronsard is a lovingly restored 1930s mansion. This boutique hotel has just 27 guest rooms and suites to choose from, with many offering private terraces or gardens overlooking the park, where century-old olive trees, roses and fountains stand proud. Each villa boasts interior design by Gil Dez, with delightful features like golden lanterns, lush potted plants, and cultural artefacts from Marrakech and the nearby area.
At Le Jardin d'Hiver Restaurant, head chef Alexandre Thomas takes inspiration from the abundance of produce from the Atlas Mountains and other regions of Morocco, with additional touches from his home in the south of France. Guests can also enjoy alfresco dining in Ronsard Farm’s organic vegetable garden.
In a few words: A painstakingly restored 1930s mansion in the city’s beautiful Palmeraie.
Top amenities:
- Spa & Wellness
- Gardens
- Two restaurants on-site
Address: Propriété SALAH 7, ABYAD, Municipalité, Marrakech, Morocco
Palais Namaskar
Set in 12 acres of pristine, secluded grounds, Palais Namaskar offers guests an unparalleled sense of space. This extraordinary retreat has 41 units, ranging from rooms and suites to secluded villas and palaces. The hotel's design merges Eastern-inspired architecture with Feng Shui. Nearly every residence boasts a private pool or outdoor Jacuzzi, while the lavish Palaces offer up to four bedrooms, ensuring the ultimate in exclusivity and indulgence.
Dining options at Palais Namaskar are inventive – you can request to private dining events in the hotel's gardens, pools, private terraces or even in the nearby desert. For more traditional dining, the hotel's restaurant, Le Namaskar, offers fine dining that's French at heart, but with local culture and locally sourced market produce that adds Moroccan inspiration.
In a few words: Private pools in 12 acres of tranquil grounds.
Top amenities:
- Spa & Wellness
- Fitness and yoga classes
- Rooftop bar
- Sunday brunch in the garden
- Kids playground
Address: Route de Bab Atlas, No.88/69, Province Syba, 40000, Morocco
The Oberoi Marrakech
You'll find The Oberoi, Marrakech ensconced in lush Mediterranean orchards, with fragrant citrus trees and ancient olive groves and beautifully landscaped gardens filled with water features. The hotel's architecture is inspired by the grand palaces of historic Morocco, with a courtyard styled after the 14th-century Medersa Ben Youssef, one of Marrakech’s most iconic monuments.
The rooms and villas are decorated in a subtle palette of muted ivory and burnished gold. All come with a private terrace, some boast their own private pool, and many offer exquisite views of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains, the gardens' citrus and olive orchards, and the hotel's grand canal.
In a few words: Tastefully decorated private villas surrounded by tranquil gardens.
Top amenities:
- Spa & Wellness
- Fitness centre and personalised training
- Tennis court
- Petanque
- Kids Club
Address: Marrakech Route de, Rte d'Ouarzazate, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
Ksar Char-Bagh Small Luxury Hotels
A Moorish-style palace dating back to the 14th century, just minutes from the Medina of Marrakech and surrounded by the towering trees of the Palmeraie, Ksar Char-Bagh is a boutique bolthole offering just 25 intimate suites. It has a standout spa, where personalised treatments, massages, and invigorating scrubs are available in a vast, red marble hammam. Traditional songs are often played as you enjoy your treatment, evoking the atmosphere of ancient Moroccan bathhouses.
French and Moroccan gastronomy is served at the restaurant, with dishes made from produce harvested from the hotel's own vegetable garden. Enjoy your dinner by the roaring fire of the library, a meal on your private terrace as the sun sets, lantern-lit dining in your garden, or enjoy the elegant atmosphere of the restaurant, with its vaulted ceilings and high windows.
In a few words: A 14th-century Moorish palace surrounded by towering palms
Top amenities:
- Spa & Wellness
- Heated pool
- Concierge services
- Gardens
Address: LA Palmeraie, Route De Fez, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
La Sultana Marrakech
The Sultana Marrakech has 28 uniquely designed rooms and suites to choose from, each kitted out with curated collections of art, decorated in bold colours, and full of ornate furniture, from glistening chandeliers to intricately-carved wardrobes. Nestled in the heart of the Kasbah, the hotel is surrounded by lush, vibrant gardens, offering a luxurious escape perfectly placed for exploring Marrakech.
A Romanesque spa offers guests the chance to swim in a pool carved out of pink marble, indulge in hammam and massages with essential oils, and work up a sweat with Pilates and yoga classes on the upper terraces. At La Table du Souk restaurant you’ll dine on the rooftop, enjoying Moroccan street food made with heritage ingredients like saffron from Taliouine, cumin from Alnif and argan from Souss.
In a few words: A Romanesque spa and rooftop dining await
Top amenities:
- Spa & Wellness
- Heated pool
- Yoga room
- Roof-terrace with bar
- Two restaurants
- Gym
- Personal host
- Cooking classes
Address: 403 Rue de La Kasbah, 63-67 rue Boutouille, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
L’Hôtel Marrakech
L'Hôtel Marrakech is a historic 19th-century riad, once the heart of a caidal palace. The riad has been transformed into an exquisite hideaway in the heart of the Medina, featuring six spacious suites surrounding a lush courtyard garden and a serene swimming pool. With its intimate atmosphere, guests will feel more like they're staying in an opulent private home than a hotel.
Dine by an open fire in the Dining Room or head up to the roof terrace to eat while enjoying sweeping views of the city. The menus here are based around traditional Moroccan home cooking, made with fresh local produce. The riad is decorated with exceptional Moroccan craftsmanship with carefully curated antique furnishings, textiles, and artworks, evoking the refined glamour of 1930s Marrakech.
In a few words: Moroccan craftsmanship in a former caidal palace.
Top amenities:
- Heated swimming pool
- Traditional riad garden
- Sun terrace
- Hammam
- Massages on request
- Private driver available
Address: 41 Derb Lahcen ou Ali, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
La Villa des Orangers
Villa des Orangers is a luxurious riad-style retreat in the heart of Marrakech, just a five-minute walk from Jemaa el Fna Square. Housed in a former palace, it features three elegant patios shaded by fragrant orange trees. Head up to the rooftop terrace to enjoy views of the Koutoubia Mosque and Atlas Mountains, or take a dip in the palm-fringed swimming pool.
For an extra touch of luxury, why not book a private riad, which boasts a private patio shaded banana trees and an outdoor living room set around a private pool. Dining options include Mediterranean and Moroccan cuisine which you can savour in the restaurant or poolside, on the terraces, or on the shaded patio. The hotel also boasts a hammam, a Nuxe beauty salon, massage rooms, and a fitness centre.
In a few words: Pretty patios with fragrant orange trees just minutes from Jemaa el Fna Square
Top amenities:
- Garden, terraces and patios
- 3 heated pools
- Spa and hammam
- On-site restaurant
- Airport transfer in a private vehicle
Address: 6 Rue Sidi Mimoun Place Ben Tachfine, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
Mandarin Oriental Marrakech
Located among 20 hectares of verdant gardens, Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech is a serene escape just 10 minutes from Jemaa El Fna Square. The resort has 56 private villas, each featuring Berber-Arabic inspired design, and seven luxurious suites boasting rooftop plunge pools with views of the resort’s gardens and the Atlas Mountains beyond.
Dining at Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech is an exquisite experience, with modern Cantonese cuisine at Ling Ling by Hakkasan, Silk Road-inspired flavours at Shirvan, Mediterranean fare at The Pool Garden, and excellent pre-dinner cocktails and The Tent. The resort’s 1,800m², spa features a hammam, indoor pool, and hot tub, and offers innovative treatments, including a ‘Digital Wellness Escape' which aims to ease the stresses and strains resulting from the use of digital devices.
In a few words: Berber-Arabic inspired design across luxurious villas and suites
Top amenities:
- Spa & Wellness
- Beauty salon
- Fitness centre
- Vegetable garden
- Kids Club and farm
- Gardens
- Golf courses
Address: Rte Golf Royal, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
Royal Mansour Marrakech
This palatial hideaway belongs to the King of Morocco himself, King Mohammed VI, who employed over 1,200 master craftsmen to create this exquisite hotel with its intricate traditional stucco and perfectly manicured walled gardens. The Royal Mansour is a medina within a medina, just a short walk from the iconic Jemaa El Fna square, and offers 53 private riads, each with their own courtyard and pool.
There are four fine dining restaurants to choose from at The Royal Mansour, including French restaurant La Grande Brasserie, run by multi-starred chef Hélène Darroze. Guests can try their hand at some cooking themselves at one of the hotel's culinary workshops, where you'll learn tips from top chefs and craft mouth-watering dishes. There are more immersive workshops on offer too, like art therapy, mixology, and pastry-making.
In a few words: A hotel fit for royalty, this medina hotel features exquisite craftsmanship.
Top amenities:
- Spa and Hammam
- Gardens
- Kids Club
- Pools
- Butler service
Address: Rue Abou Abbas El Sebti 40000, Morocco
Park Hyatt Marrakech
One for any golf lovers planning a luxury Marrakech escape, Park Hyatt Marrakech overlooks the green fairways of Al Maaden Golf Course, a superb 18-hole championship course. The hotel has 130 rooms including 69 luxury suites with exceptional views over the Atlas Mountains. The interiors are the work of designer Imaad Rahmouni, with classic ochre-coloured walls, wood panelling and works of African art.
The hotel's Moroccan restaurant TFAYA is an arabesque brasserie, where Chef Issam Rhachi curates popular Moroccan dishes and cuisine from all over the Arab world. You can also enjoy Mediterranean and Nikkei cuisine (Japanese and Peruvian fusion) at the Pavillion terrace under shaded pergolas or lounging on sunbeds by the hotel's three outdoor swimming pools.
In a few words: Luxury suites overlooking the Al Maaden Golf Course.
Top amenities:
- Spa
- 24-hour Fitness centre
- Yoga classes
- Golf course
- 24-hour in-room dining
- Concierge service
- Jogging trail
- 3 outside pools and 1 indoor pool
- Kids Club
- Pet friendly
Address: Al Maaden, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech
Surrounded by beautifully landscaped water gardens, Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech is a luxurious retreat welcoming both business and leisure travellers. There are 135 elegantly designed rooms, suites, and villas, along with six exceptional restaurants and bars or enjoy the stunning indoor and outdoor pools.
It's a great option for anyone looking for a more active escape. Golf enthusiasts will be able to enjoy one of Marrakech’s finest courses, and there is a great variety of additional sports facilities, including clay tennis courts and newly added padel courts. And after you've worked up a sweat on the tennis of padel courts, unwind with rejuvenating treatments at the Fairmont Spa, where treatments are inspired by the culture and traditions of North Africa.
In a few words: Landscaped water gardens and excellent sports facilities.
Top amenities:
- Spa & Wellness
- Seven dining venues
- Golf course
- Gardens with pools
- Concierge services
- Baby-sitting services
- Pet friendly
- Kids Club and Baby Room
Address: Km 12 Route D'Amizmiz, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
Selman Marrakech
Selman Marrakech is a lavish terracotta palace designed by architect Jacques Garcia, where Moroccan artistry meets French design. Just a 10-minute from central Marrakech, this exquisite retreat offers an 80-meter infinity pool lined with Guatemalan marble, a world-class spa, and even a stable housing 16 purebred Arabian horses who perform mesmerising equestrian shows.
Spacious rooms are designed in Arab-Andalusian style, and feature large terraces overlooking the pools. Dining options include three exceptional restaurants serving Mediterranean cuisine, alongside two stylish bars. A current collaboration with two-starred chef Jean-François Piège brings a touch of continental creativity to the menu at La Terrasse, with signature dishes including Skewered Mediterranean bluefin tuna with pepper sauce and dill-marinated gravlax sea bream.
In a few words: An unforgettable destination for those seeking luxury, relaxation, and a touch of equestrian grandeur.
Top amenities:
- Spa & Wellness
- Hammam
- Arabian horses' stables
- Kids Club
- Gardens and pool
Address: Km5 Route d'Amizmiz, Marrakesh 40160, Morocco
Maison Brummell Majorelle
A beautiful boutique gem, Maison Brummell Majorelle hosts a maximum of 16 guests in eight rooms, right next door to Yves Saint Laurent's iconic Jardin Majorelle. Designed by New Zealand architect Bergendy Cooke in collaboration with Moroccan architect Amine Abouraoui, the rooms come decked out in terracotta-coloured walls made from traditional tadelakt plaster, along with palazzo tile and brass fittings. The hotel was designed to feel like a home-from-home, with a custom-built Moroccan kitchen serving delicious breakfasts in a cosy dining space.
On the ground floor, you'll also find a warm and inviting lounge with a fireplace and modular sofas to curl up on. The house also features its own hammam with a massage room, steam bath. The peaceful outdoor swimming pool is surrounded with cactus and Bignone plants that hang from the walls of neighbouring Jardin Majorelle.
In a few words: A home-from-home right next to the city’s famous Jardin Marjorelle.
Top amenities:
- Hammam and treatments
- Massage room
- Steam room
- Heated pool
- Concierge services
- Adults only
Address: 7 Rue Al Madina, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
Izza
This boutique hotel spans seven historic riads nestled in the Medina and boasts its own private art collection with contemporary works by artists including Leila Alaloui and Hassan Hajjaj and photography by Sebatião Salgado. On the rooftops of the interlinking riads, you'll find an expansive terrace overlooking the Medina. This is where you'll find the hotel's excellent restaurant, Noujoum, which serves delicious sharing plates inspired by Moroccan traditional recipes.
Each of the 14 guest rooms in individually designed with arabesque interiors hand-crafted by local artisans. Bathrooms are kitted out with organic body care products made with ingredients from the nearby Ourika Valley. If you want some extra space, you can check into the hotel's double-storey apartment, with direct access to the roof terrace via a spiral staircase.
In a few words: Seven interconnected riads with contemporary art.
Top amenities:
- Hammam
- Fitness centre
- Massage and beauty treatments
- Panoramic rooftop
- Pool
- Art exhibition
- 24-hour front desk
Address: Dar IZZA, 46 Driba Laarida, Sidi Ahmed Soussi, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
From elegant riads tucked away within Marrakech’s historic Medina to opulent resorts with views of the Atlas Mountains, these are our favourite luxury hotels in Marrakech. Whether you’re seeking a serene retreat surrounded by lush gardens or a stylish stay in the heart of the city, you’ll find no shortage of exquisite options for your Moroccan escape.
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Last Updated on May 8, 2025 by Editorial Team
