Worth Traveling For
For more than a century, La Mamounia has embodied the finest traditions of Moroccan hospitality. Celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023, the iconic palace hotel unveiled refreshed spaces by design duo Patrick Jouin and Sanjit Manku, highlighting Moroccan and Berber craftsmanship throughout the property. The hotel’s 26,000-square-foot spa offers an authentic wellness experience inspired by local traditions, featuring signature hammams and treatments incorporating Moroccan black soap, neroli, and eucalyptus. Guests can enjoy tennis courts, an Olympic-sized outdoor pool clad in Murano glass, an elegant indoor pool, and lush gardens filled with native flora. Culinary offerings span the globe, from Asian cuisine at L’Asiatique par Jean-Georges and Italian fare at L’Italien par Simone Zanoni to traditional Moroccan dishes at Le Marocain. Iconic gathering spaces include Le Churchill and Le Bar Majorelle, known for cocktails, pastries, and timeless glamour.
Featured image courtesy of La Mamounia
The Details
Address
Avenue Bab Jdid, Marrakesh 40040, Morocco
Website
Contact
+212 5 24 38 86 00
General Manager
Pierre Jochem
Spa Director
Marie Casaux
Executive Chef
Yoann Bernard
Interior Designers
Patrick Jouin and Sanjit Manku
The Highlights
Amenities
- 32-acre gardens with olive trees, palms, citrus groves, roses, and shaded walking paths
- Historic palace setting steps from the Medina, Koutoubia Mosque, and Jemaa el-Fnaa
- Three private riads with separate entrances, terraces, and private swimming pools
- Moroccan design details including zellige tile, carved plaster, painted ceilings, marble, and carved wood
- Dining by Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Simone Zanoni, and Pierre Hermé
- Spa with traditional hammams, indoor pool, treatments, fitness center, and wellness spaces
- Outdoor pool set within the gardens with loungers, palm trees, and classic Marrakech atmosphere
Wellness Offerings
Guests can spend an entire day just enjoying La Mamounia’s spa, due to the extensive list of amenities offered.
- La Mamounia’s spa treatments go above and beyond the typical massage. Instead, treatments make use of traditional Moroccan ingredients that can be found either on property or throughout Morocco, such as Moroccan black soap made of plant essences and olive paste – a nod to La Mamounia’s 700-year-old olive trees or neroli and eucalyptus essences from the valleys of the Middle Atlas of Morocco. Additionally, the treatments themselves are historic, and often honor traditional Moroccan culture and wellness practices.
- Signature Moroccan Hammams can be experienced on property. Here, guests will discover luxurious traditional treatments that Moroccan women have held secret for thousands of years, combining the techniques of expert therapists with local, all-natural ingredients.
- The famed heated indoor pool is a must-see, featuring tall marble columns and a scenic painted ceiling, and is bound to have guests feeling like royalty.
- For VIP travelers seeking the ultimate privacy, La Mamounia provides guests with a private spa space, with access to their very own hammam, duo treatment room, jacuzzi, relaxation area and more.
- For those in search of a workout, the Spa at La Mamounia boasts a bright colored, state-of-the-art gym with views of the picturesque gardens. An onsite coach can create personalized workout routines for guests, guide private lessons or lead classes such as yoga, pilates, cardio training and more. Guests can also play a game of outdoor tennis or take a dip in the olympic-sized outdoor swimming pool covered in Murano glass.
Discover the Full Spa Menu
Restaurants & Bars
Le Marocain
Try: Marinated Agadir lobster tagine, baby potatoes, green asparagus and chickpeas
L’Asiatique par Jean-Georges
Try: Miso marinated black cod, yuzu and ginger sauce
L’Italien par Simone Zanoni
Try: Black Angus beef tagliata
Le Churchill Bar
Try: Bittersweet Truth (Nonino Mamounia, Elixir di Bacco Polito, Campari)
Le Bar Majorelle
Try: Le Luzy (7 years Havana Club rum, corne de gazelle liqueur, lemon,
Angostura bitter, ginger beer)
Le Bar de la Piscine
Try: Nuage du Bounty (Cinnamon infused amber La Mauny rum, pineapple and roasted coconut, creamy coco foam)
Le Club
Try: Pinky Haze (The elegance of Rémy Martin Cognac combined with the delicacy of Botanist Gin subtly infused with rosemary. The acidity of this cocktail is mastered by a raspberry Shrub)
VIP Perks & Access
La Mamounia offers guests access to a range of bespoke experiences designed to showcase the best of Marrakech and Morocco. Through the hotel’s dedicated concierge team, guests can enjoy:
- Private guided tours of the Medina, artisan workshops, historic palaces, and cultural landmarks
- Exclusive golf privileges at some of Marrakech’s most prestigious courses
- On property private wine tastings in L’Œnothèque, intimate cinema screenings, secluded lounges for special gatherings, and personalized dining experiences set in unique locations throughout the hotel’s legendary gardens
- The concierge can also arrange tailor-made adventures beyond the hotel, including helicopter excursions, hot-air balloon rides, desert experiences, luxury shopping tours, and private transportation throughout Morocco
What to Pack
- Flowing silk dresses and elegant kaftans for long lunches, poolside afternoons, and candlelit dinners
- Crisp linen trousers, tailored separates, and lightweight blazers in neutral tones
- Leather sandals for the medina, plus polished heels or loafers for dinner and cocktails
- A chic one-piece swimsuit, oversized sunglasses, and a raffia tote for afternoons at the pool
- A lightweight shawl or silk scarf for cooler evenings and visits to mosques or cultural sites