The Medina, Marrakech, Morocco |
Marrakech is where Arabia and Africa meet, creating an amazingly vibrant mixture of cultures - yet it’s less than four hours from London. Throbbing with life, the red city is set against the backdrop of the magnificent Atlas Mountains. It is a magical place which floods the senses with extraordinary sights, sounds and smells, casting an unforgettable spell over all who visit.
The lovingly restored ancient riad sits in the heart of the medina or old town of Marrakech, a stone's throw from the main square, Jma el Fna, and is an oasis of tranquility. Sleeping up to 14 in six stunning en suite bedrooms, the house captures the hip vibe that has made Marrakech such a must-visit destination, and is a great base from which to explore this fascinating city. The huge roof terrace provides ample sunbathing space, as well as amazing views of the Atlas mountains, the Koutoubia mosque, and the breathtaking city skyline, and there's a pool for cooling off after shopping or sunning, and a hammam and spa for total relaxation.
The riad is built around two courtyards, one of which houses the pool, and the other a fountain. The charming manager and cook/housekeeper will cater to your every need - breakfast is included in the rental, and Zara will cook lunch and/or dinner to order if required. It's a fantastic venue for a group of friends or family to get together for a special celebration, and the owners can organise golf, tennis, desert, beach and mountain trips, ski-ing, camel riding, quad biking - and of course book clubs and restaurants for you.
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Marrakech is very easy to get to from all over the world. There are many direct budget flights from both the UK and France and it is less than 4 hours flying from London.