ROMANTIC HOTELS IN MOROCCO

MOROCCO – WHY GO?

There's a tangible touch of the exotic about Morocco. Whether you head for magical Marrakech, follow the Berber trail into the high Atlas mountains, discover the fringes of the Sahara or make for the ramparts of ancient coastal cities like Essaouira, Morocco is intoxicating.

MUST SEE, MUST DO

Marrakech
Set against the snow-topped Atlas mountains, rose-coloured Marrakech has a fabulous setting – especially at night, with its sea of glimmering lights.

The jumble of medieval streets, minarets and markets that make up the Medina – the old walled city of Marrakech – is an endlessly fascinating assault to the senses. This is a place to barter for Berber jewellery, haggle over love potions and inhale the heady scent of spices  – while dodging donkey carts and mopeds.  View Marrakech destination guide

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Essaouira
Two and a half hours from Marrakech, Essaouira offers a breath of fresh Atlantic air after the fast-paced city. Essaouira is the perfect place to unwind (and get a tan), and is easy to reach by taxi or air conditioned coach. Just outside the old city ramparts you'll find the lively fishing port, a sweeping beach perfect for early morning rides or surfing, and plenty of good restaurants.   View Essaouira destination guide

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MAKE A DATE

February
Dakka Marrakchia – Marrakech. This is the city's big traditional music event.
 
June
Gnawa and World Music Festival – Essaouira. See the musicians with their tasselled hats, lutes and drums.

July
Marrakech Folklore Festival – Marrakech. A showcase for Morocco's traditional music and dance.

September
Marrakech Film Festival. Watch open-air screenings of Bollywood blockbusters and rub shoulders with the stars.

MOROCCO ROMANCE

Laze by the pool or in the cool courtyard of your Room for Romance hotel. You'll find some wonderfully chic and romantic hotels in Marrakech where you can sip a glass of chilled wine on giant floor cushions, sleep beneath swirling Casablanca-style fans in atmospheric bedrooms or watch the city lights from a panoramic rooftop terrace.