Dar Ahlam

MOROCCO

THE PERSONALITIES

Travellers looking for a luxurious and unique Morocco experience. 

MOMENTS

Private Oasis. Never eating in the same place twice. Wandering through pomegranate trees. Tea in the Sahara. Camel rides with 360 degree horizons. Pure magic.

BEST VISITING MONTHS

All year round! Keep in mind that nights are cool during the winter month and the summer months get very hot. 

COST

WHY STAY

Dar Ahlam, known as "The House of Dreams" is a refurbished 200-year-old kasbah, located in the magical oasis of Skoura, Morocco. Surrounded by palm groves and almond trees, and overlooking the Atlas Mountains, the retreat is what we call an experience hotel.

There are only 14 individually decorated suits. Choose the "Bird" suite in the garden, with 3 fireplaces and a private terrace.  Enjoy the swimming pool and the hammam. Nap under a date tree. Dine in the gardens, created by the French landscape architect Louis Benech. Enjoy French hospitality, complete with Moroccan charm.  

WHY WANDER

Dar Ahlam plans completely personalized adventures for their guests. Enjoy a day at a bespoke campsite in the Valley of Roses, visiting nearby Berber villages. Venture into the desert for the vast and iconic sandscape. Spend the night in a luxury tent and watch the sun disappear beneath the dunes. Have dinner by the campfire and stargaze the night away.

INDULGE IN

Private locations curated to your tastes and the landscape. Desserts by Pierre Hermé. Local delicacies, such pomegranate vinegar, date caramel, tall herb grass honey and amlou, a spread made from almonds and argan oil. Each meal is a surprise and has a story to tell, whether it is a private dinner in the fortress or next to a secret lake.

GETTING THERE

Fly into Marrakech and arrange a car to take you to the hotel. The scenic drive is 4 hours and takes you through Atlas mountains to Ouarzazate. Be ready to wade through a river to reach this hidden gem. 

*Images property of Dar Ahlam

La Sultana Oualidia

MOROCCO

THE PERSONALITIES

Travellers looking to detox and disconnect. Oyster aficionados. Surfers.

MOMENTS

A perfect sunset. Private picnics on a secluded beach. Watching flocks of pink flamingos. Argan oil massages. Moroccan mint tea.

BEST VISITING MONTHS

All year round! Keep in mind that nights are cool during the winter and the summer days get very hot.

COST

WHY STAY

La Sultana Oualidia is a boutique luxury hotel in Oualidia, a small village on the Atlantic coast of Morocco. Facing a salt water lagoon on the edge of the ocean, the area provides a unique climate with cool winters and a refreshing breeze in the summer. 

Enjoy grass-roofed cabanas, the lagoon and the infinite ocean. Each room has been designed with natural materials, reinforcing the hotel's surrounding landscape - stone walls, painted wood furniture, marble floors, including private terraces.

Relax on the private beach, in a turquoise swimming pool or a seawater jacuzzi. Visit the hammam for a unique Moroccan treatment. Sit back and enjoy a truly perfect view. 

WHY WANDER

Kayak through the lagoon and discover the area's exotic birds. Take a trip to the oyster farms Oualidia is famous for. Surf or paddle board. Sail the Atlantic for a fishing excursion. Discover the local villages on horseback. If your trip falls on a Saturday, make sure to visit the souk.

INDULGE IN

Try Sea-Perch cooked in a salt crust, lobster, oysters, and the bouillabaisse.

GETTING THERE

Fly into Marrakech and arrange a car to take you to the hotel. Oualidia is a 2.5-hour drive from Marrakech and 2 hours from Casablanca.

*Images property of La Sultana Oualidia

Kasbah du Toubkal

MOROCCO

THE PERSONALITIES

Mountain explorers. Travellers looking for a luxurious and authentic Moroccan experience.   

MOMENTS

Waking up to one of the best views in northern Africa. Personal Berber robes. Fresh spring water. Private Hamman. Mint tea and floor cushions on the terrace.

BEST VISITING MONTHS

All year round! Keep in mind that nights are cool during the winter month and the summer months get very hot. 

COST

WHY STAY

Kasbah du Toubkal is located in the heart of Toubkal National Park, at the base of Jbel Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa, overlooking the village of Imlil.

Set amongst walnut groves and restored with Berber craftsmanship and techniques, the hotel faces mountains, waterfalls, and lakes, offering an extraordinary experience and a chance to discover unseen Morocco. 

Choose between fourteen comfortable rooms, including three private apartment suites, with a balcony, a kitchen and unparalleled views of the High Atlas Mountains. Wake up to fresh mountain air and fall asleep to the crackling fireplace.

WHY WANDER

Enjoy this hotel as part of a trekking package including a stay in Marrakech or on its own. Do a hike through villages, apple orchards and walnut groves, seeing a local way of life unchanged by time. Choose a "Trekking in Style" package to enjoy the region in the most comfortable and luxurious way. 

INDULGE IN

Mint tea. Lamb tagine. Chicken cous cous. Fresh baked bread. Food that tastes better with fresh mountain air. 

GETTING THERE

Fly into Marrakech and arrange a car to take you to the hotel. (about 60 km). Take a 15-30 minute hike uphill from the reception to reach the rooms. (mules help carry your luggage). 

WILD INITIATIVES

Kasbah du Toubkal is known as a Berber Hospitality Centre rather than a hotel, providing employment and education to local people. It is recognized by National Geographic as one of the Unique Lodges of the World. 

*Images property of Kasbah Du Toubkal

el fenn

MOROCCO

THE PERSONALITIES

Travellers looking for a luxurious Moroccan experience. 

MOMENTS

Colours that come to life. Tea outside of your room as you wake up. Getting lost in the lush gardens of the courtyard. The call to prayer echoing through the air. Watching the city light up at dusk. Eating dinner under the stars on the rooftop. 

BEST VISITING MONTHS

March to May and September to November.

COST

WHY STAY

El Fenn is one of the first restored Marrakesh homes that was converted into a riad. Located on the edge of the Medina, a short walk away from the Djemaa El Fna square, the hotel beautifully combines Moroccan heritage design with contemporary accents.

Art and culture are interwoven into the very essence of El Fenn. Vannessa Branson, one of the hotel's co-owners, has not only contributed her own private art collection but also her passion for artistic expression. Since its inception in 2004, El Fenn has been adorned with pieces by contemporary artists, including the works of visionaries such as Fred Pollock and Antony Gormley, gracing both the bedrooms and communal spaces. Visitors to El Fenn will encounter a vibrant tapestry of artistry, featuring a captivating medley of photography, sculpture, and painting as part of the ever-evolving exhibitions that grace the hotel several times a year. Notably, the hotel has also played a pivotal role as the central hub for the Marrakech Biennale throughout its six editions, showcasing a deep commitment to fostering the Moroccan visual arts community.

True to the spirit of Marrakech, El Fenn's interiors are an exuberant celebration of color, vibrancy, and the rich heritage of local artisans. Saturated hues, painstakingly crafted details, and bedrooms adorned with art and iconic mid-century design pieces create an immersive and inspiring environment where artistic discoveries await at every turn.

WHY WANDER

Wander the maze of alleyways and soak up the atmosphere of Marrakesh. Visit the famous souk. Explore galleries, the Saadian tombs, mosques and gardens. Take day trips to the seaside of the Essaouira and the High Atlas mountain territory. Do a Medina bike tour, ride camels in Palmeraie or visit Terre D'Amana outdoor lodge. Take in the views of the Atlas mountains and the Koutoubia mosque from the 7000 ft roof terrace. Relax in the tree-filled courtyard. Dip in pool before setting off to explore this exotic city. End the day with a relaxing hammam experience back at the hotel.

INDULGE IN

Fresh mint tea. Lamb tagine.

GETTING THERE

Fly into Marrakech and take a taxi. 

*Images property of El Fenn, David Loftus, Saad Alami

The Atlas Kasbah Ecolodge

MOROCCO

THE PERSONALITIES

Eco tourists. Travellers looking to discover unique Morocco. 

MOMENTS

Watching the stars at night. Moroccan "black" soap. Tea making demonstration. Very fresh water from the well on the property.

BEST VISITING MONTHS

All year round! Keep in mind that nights are cool during the winter month and the summer months get very hot. 

COST

WHY STAY

The Atlas Kasbah Ecolodge is located in the Argan Biosphere Reserve in the Atlas Mountains, yet still very close to the beaches of Agadir. Imagine the setting of a magical fortress, full of Moroccan authenticity and tradition. Choose one of 11 rooms or suites. Enjoy the terrace overlooking the hills or the pool. The Ecolodge is a timeless wonderland with spectacular views and authentic Moroccan hospitality. Don't be surprised if you see peacocks, chickens, turkeys or goats roaming the property!

WHY WANDER

Do a Moroccan pottery or cooking class. Enjoy Stargazing at night. Visit the beach for surfing or body boarding. Stay on land for hiking, biking or donkey rides. Relax at the Hammam or enjoy Moroccan Steam-baths. Take a day trip to Ait Baha or the mythical city of Marrakesh. Soush Massa National Park is also a must.  

INDULGE IN

Chicken tagine cooking class. Mint tea with sugar. Beetroot jam.

GETTING THERE

Fly into Agadir Airport and take a taxi to the Lodge. 

WILD INITIATIVES

Everything has been designed to privilege, preserve and share the local resources of the Souss Massa region and promote ecology in Morocco. The hotel participates fully in the protection and enhancement of the natural and sociocultural heritage of the argan forest. The essential criteria used relate to water, energy, waste, purchasing policy, landscape integration and environmental awareness especially in the territory of the tribes of Mesguina.

1st Criterion Water: Phytopurification station unique in southern Morocco: built in collaboration with the university Ibn Zohr of Agadir, this gentle waterfall on different floors purifies all the wastewater of the ecolodge. The aquatic green plants filter the water on each level, restoring a purified water on the last floor allowing to water the plants of the garden.

2nd Criterion Energy: Use of ETRs, renewable energy technologies for electricity and water heaters.

3rd Criterion Waste: Implementation of the 3RV rule: reduce, re-use, recycle, valorize

4th Criterion Purchasing Policy: Local supply in the permaculture garden and among small producers and craft and agricultural cooperatives. Providing good menus for the climate with a very limited carbon impact

5th Criterion Landscape integration: Eco-construction through traditional local architecture and 1st ecolodge with a permaculture garden in Morocco

6th Criterion Environmental Awareness: Awareness of staff, visitors and residents about the environment and agro-ecology.

*Images property of Atlas Kasbah Ecolodge