Marrakech

Brad Pitt, Hugh Grant, and David Bowie are among the A-listers fond of this serene Palmeraie retreat. — Frommer's

Moorish arches frame views of the organic gardens, and shed light on co-owner Meryanne Loum-Martin's extensive contemporary African art collection. — The Telegraph

In Marrakech's refined Palmeraie district, away from the hustle and bustle of the souks, Jnane Tamsna hotel offers relaxed, family-friendly lodgings with a distinctly Moroccan feel. A... — Mr & Mrs Smith

A luxurious property within a walled garden on a protected palm grove 20 minutes from Marrakech, the 24-room Jnane Tamsna offers a uniquely elegant retreat for couples, families, and celebrities alike. — Oyster

Visionary Senegalese interior designer Meryanne Loum-Martin introduced the boutique-hotel concept to Marrakesh with a pair of posh villas that put the city on A-list travelers' maps. — Concierge

With a rich history, a long list of celebrity and noble guests,and over-the-top design and architecture, La Mamounia is Marrakech's grandest andmost famous hotel. — Oyster

La Mamounia is a characterful Marrakech hotel offering lovely walled gardens, a choice of four restaurants, fabulous breakfasts and Moroccan style rooms, near the Medina and Jemaa El Fna square. — The Telegraph

A five-minute walk from Marrakech's central Jemaa el Fna square, this "gorgeous hotel" inside the old medina offers "unsurpassed service" and "perfection in every way.". — Condé Nast Traveler

The simple truth is that Garcia has done a masterful job, and one of the world's greatest hotels is now unquestionably ready to reclaim that status. — Concierge

The ‘Grand Old Lady of Marrakech’, La Mamounia is the most iconic hotel in town, where everyone from Winston Churchill to the Rolling Stones have stayed. — Insight Guides

Many medina properties are expanding, including Riad Farnatchi, which was opened in 2004 by British hotelier Jonathan Wix. — Travel + Leisure

On the souk's northern tip in the oldest part of Marrakesh is this stylish and traditional riad. — Fodor's

Billing itself as a welcoming home with the service and facilities of a five-star hotel, Riad Farnatchi has 10 suites with fireplaces, plump duck-down bedding and Bose speakers. — The Telegraph

With the feel of an exquisite private house, but the facilities and service of a renowned luxury hotel, Riad Farnatchi stands out in the middle of the Medina. — Oyster

Buried deep in the medina, Farnatchi is sheer luxury. It’s an all suite hotel with Philippe Starck fittings and custom-made furniture. — DK Eyewitness

For those who can’t decide between a riad, a five-star or a boutique hotel, this is an extremely stylish blend of all three: riad style, boutique personal attention and five-star facilities. — Rough Guide

Design aficionados will appreciate the elegant details at this boutique hotel. — Gayot

A collection of five riads combinedto create a 28-room luxury hotel with an intimate spa, a roof top restaurant with panoramic views of Marrakech. — Oyster

La Sultana, set against the flamingo-dotted Oualidia lagoon, has 11 rooms and suites that showcase Moroccan craftsmanship with marble floors, terra-cotta tile work, and sandstone ceilings. — Afar Magazine

Luxury and a sense of history are the hallmarks of La Sultana. — The Telegraph

The lovingly restored 18th-century Riad Kniza is a luxurious 11-room hideout in the heart of Marrakech's old city. — Oyster

Riad Kniza is a restored 18th-century riad—a traditional Moroccan house built around an open courtyard—in the Marrakesh old medina. — Afar Magazine

Enjoy Moroccan hospitality at its finest in the lavishly restored suites of this historic 200-year-old mansion, owned by one of Marrakech’s most famous antique dealers. — The Telegraph

Owned by a top antique dealer and tour guide (whose clients have included US presidents and film stars), this is one classy riad. — Rough Guide

This 18th-century riad... offers the complete package of traditional architecture, authentic furnishings, and, above all, overwhelmingly hospitable service. — Frommer's

This legendary restaurant turned glamorous guesthouse sits in the sweet spot between a riad and hotel, incorporating three impressive restaurants, a slinky bar, culinary classes and a sumptuous spa. — The Telegraph

Though not as famous as the Mamounia, this is arguably Marrakesh’s classiest hotel, a gorgeous nineteenth-century mansion that’s been restored with fine traditional workmanship. — Rough Guide

Owner Fabrizio Ruspoli created this small hotel for those craving old-fashioned charm. — Fodor's

The first boutique hotel in Marrakech still holds its own against all latecomers. It has a genteel air, with a colonial bar and a garden pool. — DK Eyewitness

La Maison Aribe is a luxurious boutique hotel built around an interior courtyard with 12 guest rooms and 14 suites, all decorated in unique and color-saturated Moroccan style. — Oyster

Sipping mint tea while songbirds tweet sweetly amid the orange blossom is the real luxury of this 27-room Relais & Chateaux riad. — The Telegraph

This property has all the understated glamour and class you'd expect from a Relais & Chateaux hotel. — Fodor's

A grand residence that once belonged to a judge, this boutique hotel has 16 rooms ranged around two beautiful courtyards. — DK Eyewitness

An intimate 27-room luxury boutique hotel with authentic Moroccan style. — Oyster

Facing the Royal Palace, this is a handsome hideaway, where corridors adorned with richly carved stucco and zellij tilework lead to a courtyard perfumed by namesake orange trees. — Frommer's

The co-owner of Riad Noir d'Ivoire is a designer and her hotel is the height of elegant, understated luxury. — Insight Guides

Gobsmacking, over-the-top opulence, from its 4.5m foyer chandelier to the grand piano in the courtyard cocktail bar. — Lonely Planet

An opulent, nine-room riad wrapped around two courtyard gardens with water-conserving, filtered plunge pools, a private spa stocked with organic products, a tiny gym and a leather-clad cocktail bar. — The Telegraph

This magnificent riad is impressive from the moment you walk in. — Rough Guide

This striking property is done with wit and style by British co-owner and decorator Jill Fechtmann. — Concierge

So grand is Le Royal Mansour, tucked in a verdant eight-acre compound in Marrakech’s bustling medina, that it could have only been created by kingly ambitions—which it was. — Condé Nast Traveler

Each riad has multiple patios, silk-paneled salons and bedrooms, and (for the ultimate in discreet service) a staff that enters and leaves via a network of underground passageways. — Travel + Leisure

Built by King Mohammed VI to celebrate the very best in Moroccan design and craftsmanship, this is one of the most spectacular hotels in the world. — Insight Guides

So grand is Royal Mansour, tucked in a verdant eight-acre compound in Marrakech's bustling medina, that it could have only been created by kingly ambitions——which it was. — Concierge

The gold standard of luxury hotels in Marrakech. — The Telegraph

This luxury boutique hotel, run by a Swiss–American couple, gets consistently good reports. — Rough Guide

In summer, breakfast and dinner are taken on the roof terrace of the building that was once a 17th-century merchant's townhouse. — Time Out

Today, that house has been transformed by architect Charles Boccara into one of the most opulent hotels in town. — Insight Guides

There are 11 rooms and suites and facilities include a hammam and spa, a small library and boutique. — Condé Nast Traveler

Charles Boccara-designed boutique hotel in Marrakech’s historic medina, with a traditional hammam and an award-winning kitchen. — Jetsetter

Palais Namaskar, just outside Marrakech, offers soothing rooms and a rooftop bar with fabulous views of the Atlas mountains. — The Telegraph

Book one of the six Junior Suites: each is like a small lake palace that opens out onto 1,800 square feet of private garden space with shimmering reflecting pools. — Travel + Leisure

You'll feel like incognito royalty... you can wander through 12 acres of lush gardens and ponds before ducking into your own palace-style accommodation, many with Atlas mountain views. — Fodor's

A palatial new resort with 41 villas and suites on the edge of the Palmeraie, Marrakech's posh desert suburb. — Condé Nast Traveler

A 41-room luxury hotel set on 12 acres of meticulously landscaped property in the upscale La Palmeraie, a quiet enclave tucked between the Atlas Mountains and the Djebilet Hills. — Oyster

This sublime 21 suite riad is a perfect combination of Asian glamour and pedigreed European-style creature comforts. — Condé Nast Traveler

The service is so personal and friendly; the amenities amazing!. — Afar Magazine

One of the medina’s flashiest addresses, co-owner Vanessa Branson (sister of Richard) has tripled the size of the place since it opened in 2003. — Travel + Leisure

Offers art-house rooms with wow-factor, an exceptional buffet breakfast and a courtyard pool shaded by palms, five minutes from snake-charmers, acrobats and street-food vendors. — The Telegraph

For high-octane creative types who want real style, Vanessa Branson (sister of the British entrepreneur) has created this riad "adventure". — Fodor's

A medina within the medina, this labyrinth of five riads offers unexpected delights at every turn. — Lonely Planet

At Riad El Cadi on the outskirts of old town Marrakech, five of us spent the afternoon touring the spice markets, learning about traditional foods, and cooking a huge feast. Here's the... — Afar Magazine

Like a mirage in the medina's sultry heart, El Cadi refreshes the senses. Corridors graced with antique Berber kélims lead to light-filled rooms with heavenly beds, Middle Atlas carpets,... — Frommer's

A ten-minute walk from the Medina's central square, Riyad El Cadi is made up of seven traditional houses. — Concierge

A rambling maze of a riad, it is made up of eight connected houses. It’s a beautiful place to lose yourself – admiring the collected Islamic art along the way. — DK Eyewitness

Riad 72 is laid out in traditional riad style, with a big rectangular central courtyard (complete with banana trees), flanked by rooms on each side. — Afar Magazine

A hip hideaway in the historic medina where Italian photographer Giovanna Cinel brings a dash of Milanese moda to a traditional Moroccan riad, complete with secluded courtyard, hammam and a rooftop plunge pool. — The Telegraph

This hip boutique riad evokes all the splendour of traditional Moroccan design and architecture, but with perfectly judged modern twists. — Insight Guides

Intimate and exclusive with just three rooms and one suite, this slinky Italian-run riad is a temple to minimalist chic. — Frommer's

Wrapped around a central courtyard brimming with banana trees, Riad 72 hotel is an art-school version of a traditional Moroccan house in Marrakech's medina district. A communal area with... — Mr & Mrs Smith

Cosy up to your private stone fireplace flanked by richly hued rugs and clean-lined leather armchairs at Marrakech boutique hotel Dar Zemora. High ceilings, metal sconces and gauzy drapes... — Mr & Mrs Smith

Paul and Lindsay Kentish's discreet boutique villa is a perfect retreat from the dust and hustle. — Frommer's

A small, luxurious guesthouse set in a private villa with just four rooms in the main house, and an independent two-bedroom pavilion in the gorgeous three-acre garden. — The Telegraph

This British-owned luxury villa, stylishly embellished with a mix of traditional and modern features, has a pleasant garden with a pool, a masseur on call and a view of the Atlas mountains. — Rough Guide

The unpretentious charms of this country villa will ease your guilt about staying in the Palmery and possibly seeing less of Marrakesh. — Fodor's

Set in tropical gardens, the resort is every bit as photogenic today, with its palm-fringed pool, Atlas Mountain views, spa, and casino. — Frommer's

With attention still paid to every visual and sensory detail, it mixes modern amenities with exquisite traditional decor... the spa is a high-end destination. — Oyster

Includes a giddy array of facilities alongside the original 1960s hotel. — The Telegraph

This family-run hotel with every amenity... now houses the casino as well as two hotel properties—the original Es Saadi Hotel and the luxury Es Saadi Palace. — Fodor's

A rambling Arabo-Andalucian village with suites set in three hectares of perfumed gardens amid lily ponds, a heated pool and a garden potager. — The Telegraph

The 36-room, luxurious Deux Tours is a great place to indulge in poolside lounging and traditional hammam treatments outside the often chaotic bustle of the Medina. — Oyster

Surrounded by Marrakech's well-heeled Palmeraie district, Les Deux Tours hotel places understatedly elegant, traditionally designed villas in one of Morocco’s most well-coiffed gardens.... — Mr & Mrs Smith

Few of its cookie-cutter neighbours can match its amenities, distinctive modern style, and attentive new management. — Lonely Planet

There’s a hammam, swimming pool, restaurant and bar, as well as extensive shared gardens in which to wander or relax. — Rough Guide

The eight-room boutique Dar Ayniwen Villa has the feel of a luxury guesthouse with top-notch amenities. — Oyster

Think boho-luxe style, a warm, friendly atmosphere, and excellent Franco-Moroccan cuisine. — The Telegraph

Guests can spend time in the marble hammam and book massages and beauty treatments, or else lounge by the heated pool, which is surrounded by a lush green lawn. — Frommer's

Probably the most exclusive family resort in Marrakech, the Four Seasons offers luxury amid 40 acres of landscaped Moorish gardens. — The Telegraph

The facilities are second to none, with contemporary Moroccan decor throughout and impeccable service. — Fodor's

Not all hotels take walk-in clients, but the swanky Four Seasons does. Not only can you burn off your calories in the club, but you can also enjoy a sauna and then treat yourself to a... — Travel + Leisure

A series of low-slung terra-cotta-colored bungalows, the 141-room hotel is ten minutes from the airport. — Condé Nast Traveler

A sprawling 141-room luxury resort with two pools, a modern spa, and quick taxi access to the Medina and Souks. — Oyster

Now part of the Relais & Chateaux stable, this once royal riad provides boutique accommodation in 36 rooms encircling the largest courtyard garden – complete with full-length pool – in the medina. — The Telegraph

Offering spacious accommodation together with a decent-size pool inside the medina, this makes a great choice for families. — Fodor's

Not a riad but a former Marrakchi princess’s residence with extensive centuries-old gardens, it was transformed into a boutique hotel. — DK Eyewitness

A riad that provides a luxurious, authentic Moroccan experience with tropical fountain-filled courtyards, a heated pool, a rooftop terrace overlooking Marrakech, and a spa, among other amenities. — Oyster

This beautiful old palace has been transformed into a truly sumptuous hotel. — Rough Guide