Experience Royal Luxury at The Oberoi Marrakech
Nestled away from the bustling streets of Marrakech and facing the majestic Atlas Mountains, The Oberoi Marrakech stands as a royal palace that beautifully marries traditional Arab-Andalusian architecture with authentic Moroccan luxury. Behind its ochre façades lie private villas with pools, exquisite dining options, and expansive gardens, creating a majestic yet intimate sanctuary. This luxurious establishment is strategically located on the Route to Ouarzazate, approximately twenty minutes from the airport, offering guests a serene escape from the city's hustle and bustle while still allowing them to savor the vibrant atmosphere of Morocco's tourist capital.
The hotel provides three daily transfers to the Medina, ensuring guests can easily explore local attractions. The concierge is always on hand to guide visitors towards the best regional experiences. From the traditional souks to the stunning Majorelle Garden, guests can also embark on unique adventures such as private helicopter tours to the Sahara Desert, hot-air balloon breakfasts, and vintage sidecar tours around Marrakech, with a vintage sidecar famously displayed at the hotel's entrance.
A Glimpse Inside The Oberoi Marrakech
The Oberoi Marrakech is the only property of the renowned Indian brand in Morocco, showcasing the distinctive Moroccan and Andalusian styles reminiscent of the grand palaces from the 14th-century Merinid dynasty. Opened in 2019, this five-star hotel took ten years to construct and was completed just before the global pandemic halted travel. Set within a former olive grove, the hotel has preserved 1,500 olive trees, from which it produces its own olive oil. Guests can even participate in the olive harvest from October to January, taking home their own bottle as a memento.
The grounds are designed for leisurely strolls, featuring 11 hectares of geometric gardens filled with citrus orchards, a vegetable garden, cypress trees, and aromatic plants. Throughout the property, pools and fountains provide a refreshing ambiance, contributing to an almost surreal setting. Upon entering, guests are greeted by staff in traditional attire, immediately transporting them to another world. The grand courtyard features an expansive black pool that reflects the flames at dusk, evoking a sense of infinite depth. The hotel’s architecture, reminiscent of royal residences such as the Alhambra in Spain, is adorned with intricately crafted red ochre façades that change with the light, creating a breathtaking visual effect.
Inside, the awe continues with a lobby that boasts an impressive ceiling height, enhanced by the elegant white and gray marble flooring. The craftsmanship is commendable, with two years of labor from 300 carpenters from Fez involved in its creation. Each detail, from the zellige tiles and domes to the sculpted wood and plaster panels inscribed with wishes for eternal health, forms a visual harmony that is truly artistic. Traditional oriental rugs, a fireplace, crystal chandeliers, and a mix of contemporary and traditional furnishings surround a signature fountain, reminiscent of the classic Moroccan riads.
As guests explore further, they discover a sunlit inner courtyard with a central basin, symbolizing life and eternity, reminiscent of royal traditions where travelers and their horses would come to refresh themselves. The hotel also offers a library filled with Moroccan and international titles, meeting spaces, and a prayer room. For families, a Kid's Club and babysitting services allow parents to indulge in a relaxing spa treatment while their children engage in pastry-making and exploring the vegetable garden with the chefs. Amenities like a padel and tennis court, a pétanque area, and falconry activities ensure that guests of all ages can enjoy their stay to the fullest.
As reported by yonder.fr.
