Morocco

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Traditions that awaken the senses

Morocco is a country of incredible wealth just a 3-hour flight from France. It is a kaleidoscope of images and sensations that stay forever in the memory of travellers. Think of legendary cities like Fes and the deep blue ceramic, - Marrakesh and the famous square Jemaa el-Fnaa, Essaouira and the Gnaoua festival, Ouarzazate and the kasbahs at the gateway to the desert. Experience Moroccan hospitality through the hammam ritual, tea ceremonies, delicious gazelle horns and the magic of storytellers… Let yourself be guided through the colourful alleyways of the souks to discover Morocco’s spices, argan oil and leatherwork…

WHEN TO VISIT MOROCCO

INLAND TOWNS

Ideal in April-May and September-October

COASTAL TOWNS

Ideal from May to September

SAHARA DESERT

Ideal from October to February (cold nights!)

OUR ADDRESSES IN MOROCCO

Amanjena

Morocco - Marrakech

Style : A very refined Moroccan atmosphere with traditional materials such as rose rammed earth, almond-green zellige tiles, and thuya wood Location : 20 minutes from Marrakech airport and 15 minutes southeast of the Medina Capacity : 32 Pavilions & 8 Houses Highlights : : Aman fans will recognise the touch of architect Ed Tuttle, in an Eastern version worthy of a sultan's palace

CARAVAN BY HABITAS AGAFAY

Morocco - Atlas

Style : Inspired by traditional Moroccan culture mixed with a natural spirit Location : In the desert, a 40-minute drive from Marrakech Capacity : 20 tents and 20 lodges Highlights : An immersive wellness and human experience in the middle of the desert

Heure Bleue Palace

Morocco - Essaouira

Style : A historic house blending traditional Moroccan codes with African decorative objects Location : 2 hours and 45 minutes' drive from Marrakech, within the Medina walls Capacity : 33-bedroom Riad distributed around a tree-lined courtyard Highlights : L'Heure Bleue Palais is not simply a hotel, but a home steeped in history, right in the heart of the old Medina of Mogador

Kasbah Tamadot

Morocco - Atlas

Style : A very warm and charming address, blending art objects sourced from around the world with traditional Berber decor Location : In the small village of Asni, at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, a 1-hour drive from Marrakech Capacity : 18 Rooms & Suites and 10 Berber Tents Highlights : The magic of the Kasbah is managing to feel at home, with the Toubkal in the background

La Fiermontina Ocean

Morocco Larache

Style : Minimalist minerals and raw elegance, in symbiosis with the coastal ecosystem Location : Nestled in the heart of a preserved nature reserve, near the village of Larache, in the northwest of Morocco Capacity : An intimate collection of 11 suites and 2 private villas with private pools Highlights : Benefits of the SERANDIPIANS Network & Direct access to deserted beaches

La Mamounia

Morocco - Marrakech

Style : A legendary building from the 1920s, showcasing the expertise of Morocco's finest artisans Location : In the heart of Marrakech, at the gates of the medina, facing the Koutoubia Mosque Capacity : 138 Rooms, 71 Suites & 3 Private Riads Highlights : A mythical address that has hosted the greats of this world, from Maurice Ravel to Winston Churchill

La Sultana Oualidia

Morocco - Oualidia

Style : An exceptional hotel with Moroccan kasbah-style architecture, in perfect harmony with the lagoon and the ocean Location : On the Atlantic coast between Essaouira and Casablanca, a 3-hour drive from Marrakech Capacity : 12 Rooms & Suites Highlights : On the edge of the Oualidia lagoon, renowned for its oyster farming, it's the ideal place for relaxation and rest

Riad El Fenn

Morocco - Marrakech

Style : An arty, original and vibrant Moroccan atmosphere that surprises and intrigues at every turn Location : At the western gates of the Medina of Marrakech Capacity : 31 Pop Art Bedrooms Highlights : El Fenn is a veritable art gallery, evident in all the living spaces of the riad

Riad Fes

Morocco - Fes

Style : The riad has four courtyards, each with its own distinct atmosphere: traditional, Andalusian, baroque, and contemporary Location : Within the ramparts, near the historic monuments of the Fes Medina Capacity : 30 Rooms & Suites Highlights : Le Riad Fès invites you to journey back in time to discover the splendours of the past in an Arabian Nights atmosphere

Villa des Orangers

Morocco - Marrakech

Style : The riad has retained its 1930s grandeur blended with the remarkable work of local artisans Location : In the heart of the Marrakech Medina, a 10-minute walk from Jemaa el-Fna square Capacity : 27 Rooms & Suites with or without terrace Highlights : Luxury, calm, and voluptuousness emanate from this 1930s riad, restored with love and patience in accordance with the rules of the art

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PRACTICAL GUIDE

ENTRANCE AND SECURITY

- Valid passport required
- Birth certificate recommended for minors

CLIMATE

- A pleasant, temperate climate along the Atlantic coast
- Continental climate, hot and dry, inland
- A desert climate in the south of the country

TIME DIFFERENCE

- Morocco is in the GMT+1 time zone
- There is a 1-hour time difference
- During Ramadan, -2 hour time difference

LANGUAGE

- French and Arabic
- Amazigh, Berber language
- Spanish in the north of the country

HEALTH & VACCINATION

- Vaccination record update

CURRENCY

- The currency is the dirham
- 100 MAD = €9.26 (September 2026)

ELECTRICITY

- 220 volts
- Plugs identical to French sockets

TIP

- Tipping is not compulsory but is very common

As this information may change, we invite you to consult
The website of your country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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