Best Luxury Hotels in Morocco

Le Jardin des Douars appears in the countryside like a Berber hamlet. With rich terracotta walls, clad with flowering bougainvillea, embracing a choice of rooms, suites and private villas set in seven and a half acres of fragrant gardens in the hills above Essaouira. Expect two heated pools, a traditional hammam and a French-Moroccan kitchen. Authentically style and details with international polish, a charming alternative to the intensity of Marrakech.

Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr is more than just a luxury 5-star hotel, it is a place of outstanding beauty and occupies one of the most recognisable and historic landmarks in the Moroccan capital. The 200-room luxury hotel was originally built in the 18th century as the summer residence for Sultan Moulay Slimane, and with its prime position overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, it rightly became known as the Palace by the Sea (Kasr Al Bahr). The restoration of the historic site has been done with the utmost level of taste and care. Moorish architectural elements such as domed rooftops, arched doorways and fountained courtyards sit alongside contemporary furnishings.

Covering five hectares, the hotel is expansive and presents guests with a serene sense of space. Key facilities include six different restaurants and bars, three swimming pools, an ocean-view fitness centre, and a traditional spa. Guests, with children can also make use of the hotel’s ‘Kids for All Seasons’ programme and a selection of small boutiques. City Tours and workshops with local artisans can be arranged for guests wishing to discover more about the local culture.

A comfortable transfer distance (approx 15km) from Rabat-Salé Airport makes this hotel an excellent choice for a quick break with culture and luxury at its core.

Banyan Tree is known for occupying some of the choicest locations on earth, including this five-star all-pool villa resort in Tamouda Bay. Secluded and peaceful, this is a good place to come for some privacy, with accommodation options designed for romance, as well as catering to larger family groups. Guests can dine on Thai cuisine at Saffron, eat Moroccan and Eastern Mediterranean food at Tingitana, feast on seafood at the beachside Azura, or order tapas in the signature cocktail bar, Le Baga. The resort also has a tropical garden spa offering Eastern therapies, a kids’ club, a yoga pavilion, an indoor pool and a beachside infinity pool.

Celebrating its centenary in 2023, the Mamounia is a timeless and truly palatial property. Celebrating Moroccan craftsmanship, along with gleaming modern design, the hotel offers rooms, suites and riads. The facilities are exceptional; a games room has a pool table, pinball machines and table football, while the private cinema offers movie screenings and a Grand Casino provides 140 slot machines and 20 table games for those fancying a flutter. There are multiple tea rooms, bars, restaurants (L’Italien par Jean-Georges, Le Pavillon de la Piscine, L’Asiatique par Jean-Georges and Le Marocain), a wine cellar and eight hectares of awe-inspiring gardens.

Located in the M’Diq area of the bay, this Sofitel has 104 bedrooms decorated with pops of bright colour, reflecting the blues and golden hues of the local terrain. Guests can also be accommodated in a duplex villa with a private pool. The low rise resort has an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a spa and an indoor children’s play area. Marche Des Saveurs is the all-day dining establishment offering Moroccan, French, Italian and Asian dishes, while So Good serves alfresco contemporary Moroccan cuisine beside the sea. And there are two bars, Koudiaz and La Voile Bleue (based on the famed St Tropez la Voile Rouge).

Set beside the lagoon and backing onto the seafront, La Sultana is an opulent five-star hotel. The charming traditional stone building is reminiscent of a kasbah and sets the scene for a chic family-friendly resort. Its 12 rooms are decorated in a natural palette that echoes the sandy and aquamarine colours seen on Oualidia’s coast and the spa has a gleaming glass roof. Outside, a protected reserve provides up-close bird watching opportunities, while the adjacent water enables watersports and sailing excursions. There’s a barefoot feel here – guests can eat oysters on the jetty and the restaurant has an aquarium wall (unsurprisingly fish is a speciality here).

This five-star resort sits right on the waterfront, close to the city centre, with its own stretch of private beach. Bedrooms come equipped with minibars, premium bedding, blackout drapes, climate control, a bookable babysitting service and either a garden, pool or ocean view. Those staying in a two-bedroom villa within the resort, also enjoy the use of a private plunge pool. There’s a full-service health spa on site, with in-room massages available. Additionally, guests can play on the resort’s tennis courts, shop at the gift boutique, dine in three eateries and order room service around the clock.

Located in the heart of Casablanca, the Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca features a luxurious spa centre and fitness centre. Guests are treated to full use of the outdoor pool and hammam while indulging in a meal at the restaurant followed by a drink at the bar are experiences that should not be missed. Each of the spacious guestrooms at this five-star hotel is air conditioned and fitted with a large flat-screen TV. Guests are sure to love the opportunity to unwind with a cup of coffee while gazing out at the ocean or garden. Special themed dining evenings are also arranged for food lovers to take part in.

Set on the edge of a stretch of sand that runs alongside the ocean for more than five miles, the Mazagan Beach Resort is set with five hundred guestrooms and suites to choose from. Stunning views of the ocean can be enjoyed from many of the guestrooms and suites as well as other parts of the hotel. This establishment is famous for its excellent amenities, which include a full golf course, three clubs for children of all ages to take part in, a casino and several great restaurants.

This majestic property by Fairmont was originally built in the 1920s as a residence for the King’s advisor and has been restored and transformed into a luxurious hotel. Located on the stunning Moroccan Riviera, the hotel offers 133 rooms, suites and penthouses, each of which provides incomparable views and unparalleled luxury. All of the accommodations come with traditional Moroccan decor, featuring handcrafted Mousharabieh, Tadelakt and Zellige artwork from local artisans, as well as finely crafted textiles. There are seven different places to eat and drink in this palatial hotel, including Persian food at Parisa and seafood at Mediterranean Crudo. Curated experiences help guests to develop a deeper understanding of the region and you can book hammam rituals (among other therapies) in the spa or chill out by the pool which overlooks the city.

This is the second Radisson Blu Resort to arrive in Saida; a 150-bedroom five-star property set beside a golf course and minutes from the beach. Offering an all-inclusive service, it has three eateries with Asian fusion food at Banzu, Spanish dishes and tapas at Sal, and a Moroccan buffet, Mosaico. Catering well for families, Saidia Garden runs several clubs for kids and teens, offers babysitting services and has a large outdoor pool. There’s also a spa, indoor pool and several bars. Each of the guest rooms has Nespresso machines and private terraces.

With just seven suites, each uniquely furnished, this riad feels intimate and exclusive. Its French owners display a range of antiques and artwork throughout, depicting their African travels. The building itself had a former life as a harem in the 17th century, with a traditional marble fountain at its centre and a terrace on the roof. Now it has a restaurant, hammam, spa, lounge and library. Some of the bedrooms include sunken stone baths and secluded private terraces. Karawan Riad is ideal for a grown-up getaway – children under 12 are not permitted to stay – with its elegant and refined atmosphere.