La Mamounia
Marrakech, Morocco
La Mamounia stands beside Marrakech's old city, where formal gardens provide a leafy interval between the hotel and the bustle of the medina. Its public rooms bring together carved plaster, zellige tilework, marble and richly coloured fabrics. Fountains and shaded paths extend that decorative language outdoors, making the gardens an integral part of the experience. Accommodation ranges from rooms and suites to private riads, with views and layouts that reflect their position within the property. Traditional Moroccan craftsmanship remains a consistent thread, though individual spaces vary in scale and mood. The riads offer a more secluded arrangement with private pools, while the main building keeps guests close to the hotel's salons, restaurants and communal facilities. Dining covers Moroccan, Italian and Asian cooking, alongside pastry and tea experiences. The spa includes hammam rituals and an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool provides a different setting for a relaxed afternoon. With the Koutoubia area and medina nearby, La Mamounia can serve both as a base for exploring Marrakech and as a destination for appreciating the city's craft traditions through architecture, gardens and food.