- A historic property formerly hosting celebrity guests, including Jackie Kennedy and Winston Churchill
- Authentic Moroccan design and antique furniture throughout the property
- A small boutique hotel in a traditional riad, ideal for immersing yourself in the local culture
- Relax in the bar, enjoy exquisite dining in the onsite restaurants or try a cooking class
La Maison Arabe dates back to the 1930s and has retained much of its original, authentic charm. It has played host to celebrity guests such as Queen Ingrid of Denmark, Jackie Kennedy and Winston Churchill, and continues to provide exclusive, luxury facilities. It’s set out in the style of a riad and is home to antique furniture and Moroccan detailing throughout, leaving you to soak in the wonderful culture.
Choose from French, Asian and Moroccan dishes, or head to the bar and enjoy after dinner drinks as you listen to the piano. In the day, relax by the swimming pool or in the spa, or head to the nearby Country Club for swimming, golf and a fantastic restaurant. If you prefer to try recreating your own local dishes, La Maison Arabe also offers cooking classes.
Facilities
Bars and Restaurants
Le Restaurant
Take in the traditional Moroccan setting as you choose from a menu featuring authentic local dishes. Live Arab-Andalusian music is played in the evenings, providing the perfect setting for a relaxing dinner.
Les Trois Saveurs
Choose from some of the best dishes from France, Morocco and Asia in the spacious interiors or overlooking the swimming pool from the elegant terrace.
Piano-Jazz Bar
Moroccan and Asian inspired tapas and light bites are served alongside fine wines, cocktails and more as you listen to the tinkling of the ivories on the piano.
Beach and Pools
Swimming Pools
La Maison Arabe’s swimming pool is heated in winter and surrounded by local plants and trees in the hotel’s courtyard. Soak up the sun at the hotel or head to the swimming pool at the Country Club, which is just 15 minutes’ drive away by complimentary shuttle bus.
Spa and Wellness
Hammam & Wellness Centre
Choose from massages, traditional hammams, facials and more, with therapies including local natural ingredients like Argan oil. Manicures and pedicures are also available.
Activities and Entertainment
Cooking Workshops
Learn to cook delicious Moroccan dishes using local ingredients and authentic tagine dishes in the hotel’s cooking classes.
Country Club
Just 15 minutes away is the resort’s Country Club. Here you’ll find a colonial inspired restaurant, swimming pool and 27 hole golf course. La Maison Arabe runs a complimentary shuttle bus to the club.
About the location
La Maison Arabe is located in the heart of bustling Marrakech, the cultural capital of Morocco. Surrounded by the enchanting Atlas Mountains the city is best known for its thriving medina, which is full of lively souks where you can haggle to your heart’s content. Pick up bargains on hand beaded shoes, pretty trinkets, colourful lanterns, gorgeous jewellery and lots more as you wind through the labyrinthine streets of the city.
When it comes to dining there is plenty to discover in Marrakech. Try contemporary dishes in the city’s business district, or head to a traditional restaurant for melt in the mouth tagines and the freshest seafood from the seaside town of Essaouira.
Transfer time
15 minutes from Marrakech airport.
Standard Room Patio Side
Max 2 adults
Standard Patio Side Rooms are all individual in layout and style, most featuring a fireplace and private terrace. Bathrooms are designed to a high standard, using Moroccan marble and granite.
Please note that these rooms are only accessible via stairs and therefore may not suitable for guests with limited mobility.
26m²
Standard Room Garden View
Max 2 adults
Standard Rooms Garden View are all individual in layout and style, most featuring a fireplace and private terrace. Bathrooms are designed to a high standard, using Moroccan marble and granite.
26m²
Junior Room
Max 2 adults
Junior Rooms are all individual in layout and style, most featuring a fireplace and private terrace. Bathrooms are designed to a high standard, using Moroccan marble and granite.
Please note that these rooms are only accessible via stairs and therefore may not suitable for guests with limited mobility.
27m²
Deluxe Room Patio Side
Max 2 adults
Deluxe Patio Side Rooms are all individual in layout and style, most featuring a fireplace and private terrace. Bathrooms are designed to a high standard, using Moroccan marble and granite.
Please note that these rooms are only accessible via stairs and therefore may not suitable for guests with limited mobility.
28m²
Deluxe Room Garden View
Max 2 adults
Deluxe Rooms Garden View are all individual in layout and style, most featuring a fireplace and private terrace. Bathrooms are designed to a high standard, using Moroccan marble and granite.
28m²
Suites
Max 3 adults
Standard, Junior, Deluxe and Royal Suites are also available. Please call to book.
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The Moroccan landscape is a rich tapestry of untouched desert, traditional villages, and vast mountains and gorges. Soar high above the north region of Morocco with an unforgettable hot air balloon experience. Watch the sunrise as you hover over this incredible land, and be ready for those breath-taking moments. A hot air balloon experience is truly the best way to enjoy these soul-stirring landscapes.
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Reviews
“ I will come back with my family
FalphonseF, Cambridge, United Kingdom
May 11 2020
It was my customers who chose this hotel,
very nice welcome, very nice room with beautiful view, good quality of bedding, very friendly and professional staff, we tasted very good tea in a Zen...
It was my customers who chose this hotel,
very nice welcome, very nice room with beautiful view, good quality of bedding, very friendly and professional staff, we tasted very good tea in a Zen atmosphere, I loved my stay and I will come back with my family during a tourist trip and unprofessional
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“ An Oasis of Calm in busy Marrakech
jalesco, North Vancouver, Canada
Apr 14 2020
We carried our luggage down the alley and into the reception and it was like all the stress of our long days drive shed away. We were shown to the courtyard for tea while our rooms were completed...
We carried our luggage down the alley and into the reception and it was like all the stress of our long days drive shed away. We were shown to the courtyard for tea while our rooms were completed. Our rooms were beautiful with a view over the pool and restaurant and the beds were amazing!
We did a really fun cooking class on Moroccan food at the culinary school and had amazing breakfasts and dinner in the main restaurant by the pool.
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“ Splurge little on this place
flight-compass,
Apr 01 2020
Will not disappoint. Best breakfast of our stay in this country. We had one of the balcony rooms and falling asleep to the live music is something I miss to this day. The rooms are flawless... just...
Will not disappoint. Best breakfast of our stay in this country. We had one of the balcony rooms and falling asleep to the live music is something I miss to this day. The rooms are flawless... just adorable attention to detail.
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“ A Truly Memorable Boutique Hotel
wprawlings, Tucson, Arizona
Mar 30 2020
This hotel is a stunning example of Moroccan Riyads. We stayed here for two nights at the beginning of our trip through Morocco and it was indeed one of the highlights. The service, atmosphere and...
This hotel is a stunning example of Moroccan Riyads. We stayed here for two nights at the beginning of our trip through Morocco and it was indeed one of the highlights. The service, atmosphere and beauty of every area, from the entry to the central courtyard, the pool and restaurants, as well as the rooms was a delight. We would highly recommend it to anyone staying in Marrakech. Don't miss the breakfast or dinner at the restaurant, as the food is extraordinary. Many locals come here to eat, so reservations for dinner are a must.
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“ Amazing Riad Experience
Kelowna2736, Kelowna, Canada
Mar 10 2020
My wife and I recently stayed at the Riad La Maison Arabe and it was without doubt one of our best ever boutique hotel experiences. The property is beautiful, the room was quite lovely and the...
My wife and I recently stayed at the Riad La Maison Arabe and it was without doubt one of our best ever boutique hotel experiences. The property is beautiful, the room was quite lovely and the historic restaurant first class. The staff were extremely friendly and competent and made us feel immediately at home.
As a riad in the Medina it was within easy walking distance of all the main attractions of Marrakech, something that the larger resort hotels can't offer. An added bonus is their country club, which is a beautiful desert retreat. The riad has an hourly shuttle that services the country club, perfect for a relaxing pool day or you can, as we usually did, enjoy the large pool at the main property to cool off after a day visiting one of the local tourist sites.
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