Marrakech
Gardens, palaces and rooftops, with the Atlas on the horizon.
What makes it distinctive
The Medina's palaces and madrasas, Jardin Majorelle and the Yves Saint Laurent museum, the ritual of the hammam, and the High Atlas an hour away.
See the complete escape- Best months
- March, April, May, October, November
- Seasons
- Spring and autumn are ideal. Summer is very hot, and winter nights are cold.
- Arrive
- Marrakech Menara (RAK). Menara Airport is close to the city. Transfers to the Medina or Hivernage typically take 15–25 minutes.
- Getting around
- The Medina is largely car-free. For the Atlas and the desert, a private driver who knows the roads is the better choice.
- Ideal stay
- 3–5 nights
La Mamounia
Beside the Medina walls
The celebrated palace hotel beside the old city walls, known for its large gardens and its Moorish and Art Deco interiors.
This recommendation is based on research, not a visit. Confirm current details, rates and seasonal opening with the property.
Three days in Marrakech
Longer stays add more days in the Planner.
Gardens
Visit Jardin Majorelle and the Musée Yves Saint Laurent in the morning. Book a hammam in the afternoon, then dine on a rooftop at sunset.
The Medina
See the Bahia Palace and the Ben Youssef Madrasa, then explore the souks with a good guide. Have dinner in a riad courtyard.
Into the Atlas
Take a driver into the Ourika valley or up to Imlil for lunch with mountain views, returning for the evening.