Best Family Friendly Hotels in Morocco

This is the second Radisson Blu Resort to arrive in Saida; a 397-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.

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).

The Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr offers an exquisite blend of history, modern luxury, and oceanfront beauty. Ideally situated on the Atlantic coastline, just minutes from the historic Kasbah, Medina, and key business districts, the hotel is also easily accessible, being 30 minutes from Rabat-Salé Airport and 90 minutes from Casablanca’s Mohammed V International Airport, with high-speed train links connecting to Casablanca and Tangier. Housed within the restored Kasr Al Bahr, an 18th-century palace originally built for Sultan Moulay Slimane, this five-hectare site includes eleven buildings, merging five new constructions with six historic structures to create a unique balance of tradition and chic modernity. Guests can choose from 200 spacious rooms and suites, many featuring balconies or terraces with stunning ocean views, while the lavish Sultan’s Riad – a three-bedroom suite with its own terrace and infinity pool – offers the pinnacle of luxury. The hotel’s dining scene is diverse, boasting seven venues, including signature restaurants such as Brasserie Marie for French cuisine, Verdello for Mediterranean and Italian fare, and Flamme for all-day dining with Moroccan touches. Guests can also enjoy the Noora Lobby Lounge for afternoon tea, Bar Atlantique for cocktails, and the intimate Laila Lounge for live entertainment. For relaxation, the hotel features The Spa at Four Seasons with ocean-view treatment rooms, a traditional hammam, and both indoor and outdoor pools set within lush gardens. Additional facilities include a 24-hour fitness centre, yoga terrace, and a kids club offering creative activities for younger guests, making it an ideal destination for both leisure and business travellers.

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.

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.

The Hilton Tangier Al Houara Resort and Spa is one of Morocco’s top resorts, overlooking the ocean from its own 60 acres of protected forest the Hilton is truly a garden of Eden. Yet guests can also easily venture out and explore the delights of Tangier by using one of the resort’s complimentary shuttles. The Rooms and suites are spacious and pay homage to traditional Morocco culture and design by using local artworks and designs to give the rooms character and charm. The Hilton is home to numerous pools, a wonderful spa, a kids club and a golf course, there is something for everyone at this exceptional resort. The Hilton also boasts many dining options like the L’Oliver restaurant which serves traditional Mediterranean dishes in a fine dining setting. The resort is also home to the Argan restaurant which serves a range of international dishes and The Rose Lobby Bar which serves exceptional coffees and teas in the day and divine cocktails at night.

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.

Whether it’s enjoying the exquisite Quiet Pool and nearby poolside under shady palm trees or enjoying the delights of the Moroccan spa where you can bathe and enjoy the best exfoliating treatments and exotic oils, the Four Seasons is the perfect place to base yourself while exploring Marrakech and beyond. Rooms come with garden and pool views and offer the ultimate in relaxation, replete with Moroccan decor, delightful handcrafts and marble bathrooms. Rooms also offer a recessed balcony presenting the perfect way to unwind with a good book during the heat of the day. Others have large terraces enabling you to enjoy the ultimate in al fresco dining.

274 forms of accommodation range from chambers to three-bedroom residences at this ocean-side abode (including rooms adapted for people with reduced mobility). All come with La Bottega toiletries, 50-inch flat-screen HDTVs, Nespresso machines and twice-daily service. Decor has a Moroccan feel but with a modern design. The Fairmont caters ably for families (including four-legged friends) and has an immersive spa, as well as boutiques for a spot of retail therapy. Dining takes place at The Deck, The Foam and Dahlia, the latter specialising in contemporary Levantine cuisine. And La Verrière, with its apex glass ceiling, is a stunning spot for cocktails.

Nestled in a vast estate of 231 hectares of palm, olive and orange trees with the Atlas Mountains offering a postcard backdrop, the Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech is an oasis of luxury only 20 minutes from the heart of the city. The sprawling resort and country club offers anything a guest could desire, with an 18-hole golf course, a choice of six restaurants and bars, a huge lake-like swimming pool, and an incredible spa plus a kid’s club and fitness centre, you won’t ever need to leave the hotel! The hotel’s architecture mirrors the ksars of the Southern desert regions. The interior décor is equally stunning with an abundance of huge picture windows showcasing the landscaped gardens beautifully. In rooms, a mix of warming, tonal textures and textiles have been used to create a contemporary interpretation of Moroccan style. The cuisine hasn’t been overlooked here either. Breakfast on the terrace of Le Capricci overlooking the pools and gardens, before trying L’Olivier for al Fresco lunch by the pool. The evening calls for the opulent Al Ain restaurant for an Oriental feast before finishing your day in the jazz bar for some delectable cocktails.

Boasting a private stretch of beach, Be Live Collection is a five-star all-inclusive resort a short walk from the town centre. Bedrooms here come with balconies, sea views and a mini-bar. Guests wishing to get active can play tennis, ping-pong and pool, swim or take a yoga class. While those preferring to relax can soak in the hot tub or book a massage at the spa. There’s a choice of eateries; Mediterranean dishes are served at Sirene, with buffet meals in Safran. Alfresco drinks are available on Bar Marocain Rif’s terrace, plus there’s an indoor Sports Bar and a nightclub, Teatre Disco Bar, for dancing until midnight.

Recently rebranded from Villa Diyafa, STORY’s new design concept blends Moroccan architecture with Andalusian accents, inspired by the life and work of musician Zyriab. Guests are accommodated across 27 bedrooms, 10 suites and a private villa, all with Tchaba tea and coffee making facilities, minibars and a balcony or terrace. This is complemented by leisure facilities incorporating a traditional spa with hammam, a state-of-the-art gym and a 25-meter swimming pool, as well as Le Safran Restaurant, where Taliouine Saffron is the headlining spice. The hotel is part of the UAE based STORY Hotels & Resorts, with four sister properties.