Modern Design Marrakesh

In the 1950s and 60s, the sophisticated Moroccan elite from Rabat and Casablanca would flock to the majestic La Renaissance in the commercial area of Gueliz, only steps away from the legendary Souk Medina. There they would mingle with guests from all across the globe. Yet, until the design team began to breathe new life into the historic space, it had become a ghost of its former self. Now, their signature blend of high-end East-meets-West elegance refurnishes the classic building’s 35 rooms and 10 suites, returning it to its heyday.

Lovers of fine food will appreciate the revival of Hotel La Renaissance and the introduction of its twin restaurants and two cocktail lounges into Marrakech’s sparkling social scene. “La Brasserie” and “Aqua Pazza” bring the best cuisine of France and Italy to a classically Moroccan setting. At Aqua Pazza, guests can savor European culinary delights, while feasting on the unique and unspoiled view of the city and the snow-capped Atlas Mountains. As the tallest building in Marrakech, Hotel La Renaissance provides guests with the best view of the creatively bubbling cityscape.

Hotel La Renaissance’s design concept and social spaces gracefully draw upon its own history as a hive of European and North African glamour. By reviving the iconic focal point for Marrakech’s chic social life, the re-opening of Hotel La Renaissance guarantees a new surge of life and fresh delights to Morocco’s inspiring capital.

Authentically representing the classic forms of the traditional medina, an elegant composition of riads, restaurants and spa arranged around the main reception building with its lobby, dinning, bar, lounges and library. Royal Mansour will lay before its guests an environment of immense grace and charm. Our guests will have an entire riad on three stories at their disposal each having its own distinctive character, furnished with silks and brocades, antiques and hand-crafted furniture.

Riad Farnatchi has an outdoor pool and a steam room. This luxury guesthouse offers a restaurant. The staff can arrange concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, tour assistance, and currency exchange. Additional amenities include a library, multilingual staff, and barbecue grills.

Amanjena (peaceful paradise) is the first Aman resort on the African continent and is located just outside the ancient city of Marrakech. Set within an oasis of palms and olive trees, Moorish heritage is reflected throughout the pisé-walled resort, including the pavilions that radiate out from an ancient bassin, echoing the style of a sultan’s palace. Amanjena offers a variety of guided excursions on foot, bicycle or private car into the medina, the souk and squares, palaces, gardens and craft shops of ancient Marrakech.

Designed in a contemporary Andalusian style and situated in sumptuous gardens, the Sofitel Marrakech Lounge & Spa is a place of calm and sensual pleasure dedicated to the development of all of your senses. In this enchanting environment, the Sofitel Marrakech Lounge & Spa raises the art of well-being and absolute relaxation to the highest level of excellence. Revitalize your body and mind in this luxurious haven of peace, serenity and sensuality – just a few steps from the Medina.

Located in the heart of the Medina, or historic city, of Marrakech, the AnaYela is surrounded on all sides by the bustling souks, cafes and nightclubs of the lively Red City. Housed in a 300-year-old palace, the hotel is named for a former occupant, a girl named Yela who left behind an intimate journal in one of its secret rooms. The hotel name translates literally to “I Am Yela,” and everything in it references the life and times of its past dweller. One of Morocco’s most renowned calligraphers even hammered the girl’s story in silver onto the vast doors scattered throughout the premises so that guests can stroll through the house and “read” them like pages in a storybook.

The building itself is an homage to Moroccan history – in particular, local architecture and design. Its restoration was conducted using only traditional Moroccan craftsmanship, with over 100 artisans performing the work completely by hand, without the help of a single electric tool. Similarly, each piece of furniture and ornamentation was personally designed by owner Bernd Kolb and designer Yannick Hervy and then handcrafted by a team of Moroccan artisans.

Inside, the AnaYela contains just three double rooms and two suites, meaning guests are assured a luxuriously intimate and exclusive experience. Each room is individually decorated, and the suites come with brick-built baths for two. Services range from in-room massage to on-site henna painting, and facilities include a restaurant serving traditional Moroccan cuisine, 24-hour snack bar, multiple lounge areas and several conference spaces, including an open-air cinema and two salons.