La Mamounia, Marrakech, Morocco
La Mamounia is nothing less than mythical, magical and very, very special – a legendary palace that has always attracted equally-legendary guests for over 90 years.
Fêted amongst the travel cognoscenti the world over, La Mamounia – formerly a Moroccan palace – was converted into a luxury hotel in 1923.
After several months of renovation under the supervision of architectural firm Jouin Manku, La Mamounia reopens its doors, even more resplendent than ever. Entirely redesigned, the Palace restaurants welcome two distinguished Chefs – Jean-Georges Vongerichten and Pierre Hermé – whose creations are now served on every menu at La Mamounia.
Accommodation is spread over 135 leather- and wood-infused rooms; 64 roomy suites; six opulent Signature Suites; or one of three palatial Riads, each with its own pool.
The complete collection includes four gourmet restaurants, five chic bars, a wine cellar, two tea rooms, a cinema, a fitness pavilion, tennis courts and an immense subterranean spa that's nothing short of magnificent. Not forgetting La Mamounia's pièce de résistance, The Park... oasis barely covers it.