Marrakech


Explore the mysteries of the Red City, where Europe, Africa and the Middle East mingle and merge


STAY


MANDARIN ORIENTAL Where other properties have borrowed from traditional Moroccan interiors and architecture, The Mandarin has forged a new modern Moroccan style reference informed by the colours of the desert and the rich creative heritage of Morocco’s original Berber inhabitants. The result is a cool, contemporary oasis. Set in 20 hectares of landscaped gardens, the property is just 10 minutes drive from the heart of the Medina. The facility offers private villas with the grounds and extensive dining choices. www.mandarinoriental.com €€€€€


LITTLE L’HOTEL Jasper Conran’s 19th-century riad, is a haven of effortless good taste. Its extravagant green garden and art-filled suites channel the same soignée glamour as the 1942 film, Casablanca. Walk-on roles are played by a cosmopolitan guest list, who look every inch the part lounging fireside in the salons. The privately owned Riad is conveniently close to the vibrant Jemaa El Fan square and bustling Souks. www.l-hotelmarrakech.com €€€€€


RIAD JARDIN SECRE The well located Riad (it’s just a five-minute walk from the souks) is arranged around a flourishing green garden. Fashion duo Cyrielle and Julien have worked hard to retain the artisanal authenticity of their historic Medina house while creating five simple, soulful rooms and a host of artful niches and lounges. The riad has a unique (for Marrakech) vegan restaurant, which is situated on the bright pink roof terrace. www.riadjardinsecret.com €€€€


EL FENN


Luxury and authenticity are effortlessly combined at this boutique hotel but also a home from home where you can kick back and relax. There are 41 individually styled rooms, three swimming pools, a 1,300 square metre roof terrace, spa, two cocktail bars, two restaurants, a spa and shop - plus a family of resident tortoises - the perfect base for discovering the beauty of Marrakech. Condé Nast included the hotel on their Gold List in 2017, 2021 & 2022. www.el-fenn.com €€€€


THE RED CITY


Marrakech is nicknamed “The Red City” thanks to the pinkish red colour of its walls and ramparts. Made from clay and chalk, still commonly used as building materials throughout the city.


178 | WINTER 2023 | ONBOARD


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