Experts' Choice Award Bahia Palace
What the experts agree on
This 19th-century palace built for a powerful vizier showcases Morocco's finest artisans across 20 acres—intricate zellige tiles, carved cedar, and stucco ornament an opulent ensemble that borders on extravagant.
“A masterclass in the fine Moroccan arts – zellij mosaic floors, carved stucco plasterwork and painted cedar ceilings, around a serene garden.”
– Afar Magazine
Fodor's "This 19th-century palace, once home to a harem, is a marvelous display of painted wood, ceramics, and symmetrical gardens." Full review
Concierge "This 19th-century palace is so elaborate in its decoration it verges on kitsch."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Imagine what you could build with Morocco’s top artisans at your service for 14 years, and here you have it: La Bahia (the Beautiful)." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Superb decoration featuring zellige tiles, sculpted wood, stucco and paintings... and magnificent garden with trees and flowers and you have a superb ensemble." Full review
Travel + Leisure "In the late 1800s, the Bahia Palace was built at the pleasure of Ba-Ahmed, a former slave who rose to become the all-powerful Vizier to the Moroccan Sultan." Full review
Atlas Obscura "This vast masterpiece of Moroccan architecture spreads across 20 acres. " Full review
Independent "Bahia Palace, a 19th-century palace built by a former slave-turned-prime minister of the ruling sultan, is also worth the short walk from the main square. Dating back to 1859 the building..."
Rough Guide "This nineteenth-century grand vizier’s palace contains some of the city’s finest painted ceilings. South of the great courtyard is the large riad, the heart of Si Moussa’s palace,..."
Rough Guide "Explore the bustling souks, admire the ornate architecture of the Bahia Palace, and uncover the history of the Saadian Tombs"
Rough Guide "Explore the historic Bahia Palace in August, an architectural masterpiece surrounded by lush gardens, showcasing intricate details and offering insights into Morocco's rich cultural heritage"
