Guest User
November 29, 2024
This is a stylish 'grown up' hotel; a crisp haven from the dust and chaos of Marrakech. As you step into the plushly furnished circular ground floor reception area, you are greeted by a delicate fragrance and calming subtle earthy tones with touches of velvet and gold. The decor seamlessly combines East Asian influences with Moroccan touches. The rooms are immaculate, with marble bathroom, dark wood furniture and minimalist Japanese artwork. The basement floor houses a darkly lit cavernous spa and a very long and wide indoor swimming pool (at least 18m long), complete with several ornate loungers, richly tiled in emerald and dark blue mosaic tiles. The pool was hardly used when we stayed. A short journey to the roof takes you to a beautiful circular roof terrace with stunning views over Marrakech. Be prepared for chilly weather in the evening - we were surprised on our first to see guests wearing coats. The hotel is not yet perfect; the service could definitely be faster and more slick, one one occasion there were not enough towels on the roof terrace and we had to wait for an hour or so...a DJ plays slightly unimaginative house music while guests are sunbathing on the terrace but overall these were minor issues for us; - the gorgeous decor and stylish 'vibe' were anchored by our experience of the Nobu Restaurant and Bar on the ground floor. We delighted in the tasting menu on our last night; the quality lived up to our high expectations of Nobu food. The bar's 'speciality cocktails' were imaginative; the Japanese Margarita was incredible. Breakfast had a good selection; the highlight is the setting, you can choose indoor or outdoor by the palms and pool while a musician strums a gentle tune; the atmosphere is calm and tranquil - I enjoyed a wonderful moroccan mint tea each morning as the sun rose...a really wonderful short break and I would happily return to this luxurious oasis again.