About La Mamounia
La Mamounia is a palace hotel on Avenue Bab Jdid, just inside the old city walls and a short walk from Jemaa el-Fnaa square. It has been welcoming guests since 1923 and has about 209 rooms, suites and private riads, set around gardens of roses, orange trees, olive trees and palms.
What sets it apart is its history and its gardens, right next to the medina. It suits couples, first-time visitors who want a classic Marrakech hotel, and families who want space and a pool close to the old city.
At a glance
Highlights
- Palace hotel since 1923
- Gardens beside the medina
- Restaurants by Jean-Georges and Simone Zanoni
- Spa de La Mamounia
- Walk to Jemaa el-Fnaa
Amenities
Rooms and suites
- Classic rooms
- Suites and larger exceptional suites
- Private riads with their own space
- Free cribs for babies
Restaurants and bars
The hotel is not all-inclusive, and breakfast is not included in every rate. There are several restaurants and bars.
- L’Asiatique par Jean-Georges: Asian cooking by chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten
- L’Italien par Simone Zanoni: Italian dishes by chef Simone Zanoni
- Le Marocain: traditional Moroccan cooking
- Le Pavillon de la Piscine: restaurant beside the pool
- Le Bar Majorelle: bar with a lounge area
- Le Churchill: classic bar
- Le Bar de la Piscine: poolside bar
Beach, pools and spa
There is no beach in Marrakech. The hotel has an outdoor pool, a children’s pool and a poolside bar. The Spa de La Mamounia has an indoor pool, 9 treatment rooms, a sauna, a steam room and a hammam. Spa treatments need a reservation.
Activities and entertainment
Guests can walk the gardens, watch a film in the hotel’s own cinema or play pinball, billiards and table football in the vintage games room. Supervised activities for children are available for a fee. The medina and its souks are within walking distance.
Who it’s best for
- Best for: couples, classic luxury travelers and families who want to be close to the medina.
- Consider another resort if: you want a free kids club or a more private, villa-style stay.
Getting there from Marrakech Menara Airport
Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) is about 6 kilometers away, around 10 to 15 minutes by car. The hotel offers an airport shuttle for a fee.
Book a private transfer in advance so a driver meets you at arrivals and takes you straight to the hotel.
Good to know
- A city tax is charged per person per night
- Parking and valet parking are free
- Children are welcome, and babysitting is available for a fee
- Spa treatments need a reservation
Location of La Mamounia
FAQ about La Mamounia
Is La Mamounia all-inclusive?
No. Meals are paid separately, and breakfast is not included in every rate.
How far is Marrakech Menara Airport?
About 10 to 15 minutes by car.
Does La Mamounia have an airport shuttle?
Yes, for a fee.
Can I walk to the medina?
Yes. The hotel is just inside the city walls, a short walk from Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Are children welcome?
Yes. There is a children's pool, and babysitting is available for a fee.
Does it have a spa?
Yes. The Spa de La Mamounia has an indoor pool, a hammam, a sauna and 9 treatment rooms.
Is parking free?
Yes. Self parking and valet parking are free.
When did La Mamounia open?
It has welcomed guests since 1923.
Which chefs run the restaurants?
Jean-Georges Vongerichten runs L'Asiatique and Simone Zanoni runs L'Italien.
Is there a city tax?
Yes. A city tax is charged per person per night.
