Central Morocco
Owned by Tighza native Mohamed El Qasemy and his British wife Carolyn, Riad Kasbah Oliver is a labour of love. Built by hand from stone and earth by local…
Must-see hotels in Morocco
Ourika Valley
Occupying an outstanding hilltop location in the Ourika Valley, this rammed-earth kasbah provides understated luxury, including uninterrupted views of…
Marrakesh
Welcome to the garden villa of the Moroccan-British Nour family, who pamper visitors as if they are favourite house guests. With eight rooms of spice…
Marrakesh
The restoration of this 200-year-old mansion, once home to the wealthy Azoulay family, advisors to the royal family, was a labour of love for Italian…
Tangier
The classiest five-star hotel in Tangier proper, this beautifully maintained 1930s period piece offers three excellent restaurants, two equally good bars,…
Merzouga
Make friends with Romeo, George and Casanova – no they aren’t cheeky local lads, but your trusty dromedaries – as you head out from Merzouga nomad-style…
Erg Chigaga Luxury Desert Camp
Draa Valley
A pebble's throw from Erg Chigaga's highest dune, this luxurious tented camp has 13 sumptuous tents furnished with wall-to-wall carpets, handcrafted beds…
High Atlas Mountains
Atop Amezray the impressive rock-hewn dar (small house) of mountain guide Youssef Oulcadi rises organically out of the tough mountain landscape, its…
Taroudant
This hotel is on a huge plot of land around 5km west of Taroudant, but its gardens are designed so that every space feels intimate, including two pools,…
Tangier
This lovely peppermint-walled guesthouse has no central courtyard. Instead, rooms here branch off two winding staircases, creating a maze of dream-like…
Marrakesh
There's lots to love about Riad Noos Noos, starting with its mellow location in the Mellah, stork-viewing roof terrace and kooky retro style. Online deals…
Zagora
This super-stylish desert oasis exudes understated luxury. The fabulous pisé (rammed-earth) edifice was constructed by a team from Skoura, while craftsmen…
Meknes
This converted family home is a short walk from Place El Hedim. The main entrance opens onto a leafy courtyard, which also hosts a great restaurant. Rooms…
Skoura
This gorgeous lodge has seven spacious, light-filled rooms and suites, decorated with antiques, elegant furnishings and artwork from Morocco and beyond…
Merzouga
Affable Youssef's simple pisé (rammed-earth) home offers four rooms arranged around a courtyard shaded by a single palm. The oasis-inspired decor is spare…
Taroudant
This gorgeous property belonged to a French couple for years before it welcomed guests, and it still retains the feel of a private home – albeit that of a…
Mediterranean Coast & the Rif Mountains
Thoughts of paradise are barely avoidable at this gorgeous modern kasbah overlooking the valley and mountains beyond. The rooms and chalets are luxurious,…
Merzouga
Surrounded by towering dunes a mere 10km from Merzouga, this luxury desert camp offers spacious safari tents, complete with carved-wood furniture, top…
Mirleft
High on the hill in a renovated 1930s military fort, Mirleft’s best address is a lovely guesthouse with views over the village, sea and cactus-covered…
Al Hoceima
Approximately 8km south of Al Hoceima overlooking Plage Sfiha and El Peñon de Alhucemas, Casa Paca feels like a home away from home. Half-Spanish, half…
Dadès Gorge
At this chic retreat, 11 light-filled rooms and two, two-bedroom apartments are notched right into the gorge wall, with contemporary Moroccan decor, plant…
Tangier
Few hotels are as venerable as the gloriously refurbished Grand Hôtel Villa de France. French painter Eugène Delacroix stayed here in 1832; his compatriot…
Chefchaouen
This authentic French auberge (inn) in the Moroccan countryside offers large rustic suites with TVs and fireplaces and an excellent restaurant. The 10…
Northern Atlantic Coast
Married couple Jan and Rachid have restored this traditional medina house with style, creating a delightful retreat. All seven rooms have vibrant decor,…
Tangier
A mansion or a palace? It's hard to decide at this restored 1920s residence, once a summer retreat for Moroccan royalty and partying European diplomats…
Marrakesh
Mediterranean chic meets medina living. Mallorcan owner Elsa Bauza oversaw every aspect of her riad's renovation, retaining its handsome central courtyard…
Zagora
On the edge of the palm grove, the eight super-stylish rooms at this modern-Moroccan lodge are all individually decorated – think Paul Bowles’ battered…
Taghazout
Effortlessly raising the bar in Taghazout is Surf Maroc's super-stylish 'designer guesthouse'. Brilliant local art and photography fill the airy public…
Casablanca
This contemporary seaside hotel pays homage to local craftsmanship with beaten brass doors and polished plasterwork. Rooms are light-filled and stylish,…
High Atlas Mountains
This stone and mud-brick kasbah is built in the traditional local style with artful rooms warmed by vintage wood-burning stoves. It may seem palatial, but…
Tafraoute
Located above a mountain valley, expat French owners Bernardette and Jean have crafted a beautiful Moroccan guesthouse with six stylish rooms. Shared…
Rif Mountains
The Portuguese owner of this charming mountain refuge some 20km from Chefchaouen is a keen environmentalist and rock climber who works with locals…
High Atlas Mountains
This welcoming places mixes tent sites alongside four garden rooms with shared bathroom and a mini kasbah with four en suites. Brightly painted rooms and…
Merzouga
Guests receive a heartfelt welcome at this lovely family-run guesthouse that focuses on Amazigh (Berber) hospitality and not just desert-themed decor…
Northern Atlantic Coast
A showcase of contemporary Moroccan art and antiques, this French-owned boutique blends traditional craftwork with contemporary design. Each of the nine…
Draa Valley
Ensconced in lush greenery, this contemporary kasbah has nine beautifully furnished bedrooms, with art-filled walls and colourful polished plaster…
Middle Atlas
Rooms at this elegant hotel in the wine country around Meknes are beautifully furnished, with lots of wood, a mid-century feel and modern Moroccan rugs…
Tangier
Designed by a French architect and named after her daughter, this medina hostel stands out from the pack. Over several floors in a pretty traditional home…
Hôtel Le Doge Relais & Châteaux
Casablanca
This downtown 1930s villa has been lovingly restored to its art deco splendour, with 16 individually decorated rooms dressed in period furnishings, and a…
Rabat
The medina’s most stylish boutique is adorned with Andalusian stone columns and cool contemporary artwork, heavy wooden doors and 11 brightly painted…
