LUSH SPRAWLING GARDENS
This sophisticated Greco Roman-style retreat opens onto lush sprawling gardens and a huge swimming pool on the outskirts of Marrakech.
A former 20th century private residence in the Palmeraie, Palais Rhoul prides itself on its relaxed ambience and strives to make guests feel completely at home throughout their stay. Full of artistic treasures, bound books and old master paintings, the property’s style is a mix of old world charm with Parisian grandeur.
15 guestrooms and suites, some of which face the stunning colonnaded pool, are individually decorated with antiques and objet d’art from around the globe, and equipped with every modern necessity. Hidden in the gardens are also eight sumptuous tents – a contemporary interpretation of the sleeping quarters of nomadic chiefs – and an Indian pavilion where you can escape the heat of the day.
The restaurant serves traditional Moroccan cuisine, and also offers a cooking class for those who would like to learn to prepare these delectable dishes themselves. Meanwhile, the glamorous lobby bar will take you back to the Roman-era with its swathes of rich fabric and vintage furnishings. Other amenities include an elegant salon with deep settees, a library and clay tennis court. The opulent spa offers a full range of beauty and wellbeing treatments using products based on traditional Arabic beauty secrets – perfect after a busy day exploring the city.
Palais Rhoul & Spa, Marrakech
At a glance
- Boutique palace hotel set in the serene Palmeraie on the outskirts of Marrakech
- Expansive gardens of palm and olive trees
- Choice of 23 beautifully designed rooms, suites and tents with private bathrooms
- All are individually decorated with antiques and objects from around the world
- Some feature a private balcony or terrace
- Glamorous bar serving hand-crafted beverages and signature cocktails
- Restaurant serving a delicious Moroccan menu based around fresh, organic ingredients
For leisure and pleasure
- Learn how to prepare authentic Moroccan cuisine with a cooking class
- Private dining in the quiet Palmeraie
- Opulent spa where treatments use products based on Arab beauty secrets such Argan and rose oil, orange flower water and black soap
- Sauna, hammam and fitness room
- Stunning colonnade pool and Indian pavilion set in the gardens
- Indoor swimming pool
- Relaxing sitting room with a fireplace and deep settee
