Imlil
This converted historic kasbah, at 1800m, lords it over Imlil with grand views over the mountainous landscape. The 11 bedrooms range from quaintly cute to…
Must-see hotels in Morocco
High Atlas Mountains
Set into the hillside overlooking Demnate and shaded by flourishing gardens filled with banana, pomegranate and olive trees, Tizouit is a labour of love…
Ourika Valley
A warm welcome awaits at this 11-room, family-style getaway and launching pad/finish line for bikers and trekkers. The local management makes meals (mains…
Medina
Blending ancient and modern with impressive panache, this Relais & Chateaux property with 15 rooms has every comfort. The newer quarters wouldn’t look out…
Tangier
This is your best budget option in the Ville Nouvelle, and is chock-full of Beat Generation history (William Burroughs lived here while writing Naked…
Mediterranean Coast & the Rif Mountains
One of the finest hotels in the Tangier area, with a dramatic location perched on the cliff beside the grotto, Le Mirage offers a view of miles of broad…
Mouassine & Central Souqs
Italian owner Lucrezia and her attentive staff offer a warm welcome and an even warmer rooftop hammam at this relaxed and elegant riad of blush-pink…
Ifrane
Overlooking Ifrane from the north, this oversized ski-lodge-style hotel is one of Morocco’s most luxurious. Local cedar and stone is evident throughout…
Taroudant
Ten kilometres north of Taroudant stands this extraordinary property: the home, museum and studio of Chilean painter Claudio Bravo. Rooms are furnished…
Ouarzazate
Once a stern 17th-century Glaoui courthouse, this cosy pisé (rammed-earth) guesthouse has a sense of humour: upturned tajines serve as sinks and sewing…
Tetouan
Count the chandeliers at this bright and decorative riad in the medina a short walk up from Place Hassan II. The entire former family home is painted…
High Atlas Mountains
This stylish mud-brick guesthouse located on the parking lot at the top of the cascades offers the best accommodation in Ouzoud, along with quality meals…
Imlil
At the eastern end of the valley in Tamartert, a trail zigzags among low-slung houses made of pisé (rammed earth); the triple-decker one is Douar Samra…
Marrakesh
The ultimate feel-good getaway: British-French owners Michel and Michael redesigned this old riad sustainably to maximise comfort and sunlight, and…
Rabat
Set in a gorgeous garden full of vibrant bougainvillea and orange trees, this French-owned family-home-turned-boutique-hotel is filled with art, antiques…
Essaouira
A sleepover in Morocco’s first yurt means a wild Atlantic beach can be yours alone. Explore by camel, have a private surf lesson or just chill out, before…
Essaouira
Tucked down a quiet medina street, this beautifully preserved 300-year-old riad is all ornate stucco, painted cedar wood and gleaming zellige (colourful…
Medina
Occupying a quiet spot against the northern walls, Dar Roumana is a beautiful restoration job with hard-to-beat views from its roof terrace. Uncommonly,…
Oujda
Mohammed, the English-speaking owner of this Oujda mainstay, has recently taken over from his father and given Hotel Afrah a much-needed facelift…
Tangier
This attractive seven-bed maison d'hôte (B&B) is only a decade old – a rarity in the medina – so everything is spic and span. Rooms are bright with…
Rabat
If only all the midrange hotels in the city lived up to the standard set by this small business hotel. On offer are reasonable prices, a central location,…
Mouassine & Central Souqs
What do you get if you cross Italian furniture designers with Marrakshi craftsmanship? An achingly cool hideaway where art deco Mamounia mirrors meet…
Medina
The tiny alley really does turn seven times before you find this gem, sympathetically restored and dotted with contemporary art. The leafy terrace has a…
Marrakesh
Guests get two riads in one at Dar Baraka and Dar Karam, two interconnected houses with equally bright woodwork colour themes – one red, one turquoise –…
Chefchaouen
The upmarket Lina Ryad is opulent and impeccably turned out – a brand-new building made to look traditional. It has large, comfortable rooms with TV (and…
Medina
This magnificently restored townhouse adjoins the excellent Ruined Garden restaurant, but where the garden is a beautiful shambles, the rooms are fully…
Tetouan
This beautiful medina house with its typical Tetouan architecture has been carefully restored and furnished with a blend of modern and antique pieces. It…
Medina
This house stands on high ground, so it's blessed with external-facing windows, as well as a roof terrace with a mesmerising view down into R'cif. The…
Mouassine & Central Souqs
The Scottish Bee brothers bring their signature style to Marrakesh with this intimate hideaway, sister to their property in Fez. Pops of colour add a…
El Jadida
A 16th-century Catholic church has been turned into a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel. The eight rooms mix up church architecture, vintage furniture and…
Tangier
A rare budget riad in the medina, Arous Chamel features ornate Moroccan decor with modern comforts. The seven rooms are cosy and picturesque, with stained…
Chefchaouen
This cute guesthouse (known locally as ‘Hotel Italiano’) is hidden up and down a tumble of stairs and odd corners. Rooms are cheerful, and some have their…
Mirleft
With its infinity pool seeming to melt into Marabou Beach, Dar Najmat’s view is one of the best on the Moroccan coast. You’ll want to start taking photos…
Chefchaouen
A friendly Moroccan family runs this conveniently located and well-kept blue riad near Bab El Ain. The larger doubles are luxurious with a spacious…
Essaouira
Lovers of minimalism look away now. This 18th-century medina mansion is a riot of vibrant colours and psychedelic patterns. Five of the 11 rooms have sea…
Rif Mountains
Youssef, the owner of this cheery guesthouse in a tiny Amazigh (Berber) town, is passionate about the park and his guests. The rooms are simple, but the…
Oujda
The Atlas Orient is a grand hotel in a plaza where the old train station once was. Its rooms are chic with the top-notch service you'd expect for the…
Mediterranean Coast & the Rif Mountains
If you're simply looking to lie on the beach with everything taken care of, this five-star hotel is the best option when it comes to resorts along…
Merzouga
Eschewing the rustic vibe of many other Merzouga hotels, Kanz Erremal favours understated style. Cushioned banquets line the airy, central courtyard while…
Al Hoceima
This curvaceous art-deco hotel dating from 1920, an island in the Place du Rif, has some nice period charm. Rooms come in different sizes – the triples…
