Winter may be closing in on London and other cities across Europe, but in Marrakech it’s a different story. The sun is still shining in one of Africa’s most mysterious cities, and it’s the perfect place to escape the cold, dark nights that lay ahead. Anjana Adams from high-end city guide publisher Hg2 takes a tour of the city’s most awe-inspiring accommodations, from boutique beauties to gorgeous riads.
Villa Des Orangers
Conveniently located on main street off rue Sidi Mimoun and overlooking the Koutoubia mosque, the Villa des Orangers is an oasis of calm in the heart of bustling Marrakec
Riad Farnatchi
Tucked away in the narrow alleyways around the corner from the Museum of Marrakech, Farnatchi is not the easiest riad to find but it is well worth searching for.
Beldi Country Club
The Beldi Country Club is the perfect place for nature lovers with each room in the hotel having its own private garden area.
Jnane Tamsna
Those who stay at Jnane Tamsna are certainly in good company - it has been visited by a slew of celebrities over the years including Brad Pitt, David Bowie, Sienna Miller and G
Palais Rhoul
Frequented by the French jet set, this riad oozes grandeur.
Royal Mansour
Commissioned by King Mohamed VI himself, the Royal Mansour has the feel of an oriental Disneyland with Andalusian courtyards, winding alleyways and spectacular water displays
Riad Lotus Privilge
The Riad Lotus Privilge merges opulence with artistry in a former 17th century palace.
La Mamounia
The Mamounia is the Grande Dame of Moroccan hotels.
Les Deux Tours
Built in the shape of a small Arab-Andalusian village, Les Deux Tours is an alluring blend of the boutique and the bucolic.
Dar Les Cigognes
Les Cigognes is a former 17th-century merchant’s townhouse that has been renovated into a boutique guesthouse.
