Marrakech Travel Guide, Hotels & Things to Do

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Hotels in Marrakech

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Riad Les Nuits de Marrakech

134 Derb Gach Gach Derb Dabachi | Marrakech, 44000, MA

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Abbassia Marrakech

Kaa El Machraa Derb El Khettara 2 | Marrakech, 40000, MA

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Maison Kenoosha Boutique Hotel & Spa

Km 9 Route D'amizmiz | Marrakech, 40000, MA

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ALBAKECH HOTEL BOUTIQUE & SPA

Av. Du 7ème Art Marrakech | Marrakech, MA

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Kasbah La Moun - The Art Of Hospitality

Rue Du Palais Royal Kasbah N° 189 | Marrakech, 40254, MA

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Jnane Rumi

Rue Assawssan | Marrakech, 40000, MA

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TRIANON Résidence Hôteliere

Trianon Résidence Hôtelière Palmeraie Bab Atlas. Commune El Ouidane | Marrakech, 40000, MA

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El Fenn

2 Derb Moulay Abdellah Ben Hezzian Bab El Ksour | Marrakech, 40000, MA

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At a glance

Climate

Arid

Languages

Arabic and French and Berber

Local currency

MAD (MAD)

Local time

23:55 (GMT+1)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

3 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Medina

Tap water

Bottled water recommended

Tipping

Expected for services

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 75 · Good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Tagine Couscous Tanjia Harira

When to visit Marrakech

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: April, October Busiest: Mar-May, Sep-Nov

Jan

60

Cool, clear days
Feb

65

Mild, pleasant
Mar

85

Warm, sunny
Apr

90

Ideal, warm
May

85

Hotter, sunny
Jun

60

Very hot, dry
Jul

40

Extremely hot
Aug

40

Extremely hot
Sept

80

Warm, pleasant
Oct

90

Ideal, warm
Nov

80

Mild, comfortable
Dec

65

Cool, crisp

60

Jan Cool, clear days

65

Feb Mild, pleasant

85

Mar Warm, sunny

90

Apr Ideal, warm

85

May Hotter, sunny

60

Jun Very hot, dry

40

Jul Extremely hot

40

Aug Extremely hot

80

Sept Warm, pleasant

90

Oct Ideal, warm

80

Nov Mild, comfortable

65

Dec Cool, crisp

Things to do in Marrakech

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

3 places

Bahia Palace

Medina 2 hrs

Wander through the opulent courtyards and intricate architecture of a 19th-century palace.

Indoors Good for children

Jardin Majorelle

Gueliz 2 hrs

Escape the city's hustle in this iconic cobalt blue garden.

Outdoors Good for children

Moroccan Cooking Class

various 4 hrs

Learn to prepare authentic Moroccan dishes like tagine and mint tea.

Indoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

1 place

Souks of Marrakech

Medina 3 hrs

Get lost in the labyrinthine alleys of the traditional markets.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

1 place

Djemaa el-Fna Square

Medina 3.5 hrs

Experience the sensory overload of Marrakech's main square at dusk.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

2 places

Traditional Hammam

various 2 hrs

Indulge in a relaxing and traditional Moroccan bath experience.

Indoors

Koutoubia Mosque

Medina 0.5 hrs

Admire the iconic minaret, a symbol of Marrakech, from outside.

Outdoors Good for children

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With the family

3 Days in Marrakech — Family with Kids

Discover the magic of Marrakech with an itinerary designed for memorable family adventures.

This 3-day itinerary is crafted for families with children, blending cultural exploration with engaging activities and plenty of open spaces. From bustling souks to serene gardens and exciting camel rides, it ensures a captivating and comfortable journey through the 'Red City'.

3 Days 14 Stops

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