Blissful mountain retreat only 55km south of Marrakech. This exceptional property belongs to the family of a French doctor who treated and became a 'confidante' of Morocca's King Mohammed V.
ABOUT
A former home to Kings Mohammed V and Hassan II’s personal physician, this luxurious mountain retreat ticks the relaxation, walking and, courtesy of the adjacent small town of Amizmiz, Berber culture boxes. It’s located 35 miles south of Marrakech.
ROOMS
Inside five acres of aromatic trees and shrubs are a quartet of secluded pavilions. Three are one-bedroom, 80-square-metre affairs, while ‘Saint-Germain-en-Laye’ sleeps four and is almost twice as big. They all have Berber-style, earthy-hued walls, coloured tiles and walnut wood furniture, as well as private terraces, salons, king-size beds, fancy toiletries and satellite TV.
FACILITIES
The infinity pool has valley views, and is surrounded by Maroc’s own orchard (including fig and pomegranate trees) and vegetable garden. Both of those contribute heavily to the excellent mountain-style meals, which can be taken anywhere around the estate. Think barley cous-cous, chicken tagine with honey and tanourt (Berber bread), plus homemade breakfast brioche. There’s also a small hammam (steam room) and spa, offering clay treatments and henna wraps, and Wi-Fi should you urgently need to tell Facebook friends how lucky you are.
MORE INFO
Staff can arrange walking, mule, mountain bike or even quad-bike tours, plus skiing at the Oukaimden resort. Or you could just stroll to a nearby natural spring, and on, past sarsaparilla plants and small wooden bridges, to Amizmiz’s very-decent weekly souk (market) held on Tuesdays.
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Wow. Phenomenal place - the best holiday we have had yet. We stayed for 7 nights in February with three children (age 2, 4, 7). The whole place is immaculate, quiet and beautiful. We were so well looked after by Mohamed, Fatima and all their wonderful staff.
Charlotte who stayed here in March 2025.
Maroc Lodge, Amizmiz, Amizmiz has been rated 1 time, with an overall rating of 5.00 out of 5.
We really know Morocco and have had the pleasure of making many people's dream trips become reality over the years. It has been our privilege to be asked to manage holidays, weddings and productions for so many fantastic and discerning clients. We remain small and dedicated to providing excellent honest advice to enable you to sit back, relax and enjoy the fun bits without having to manage the unpredictability of this fascinating country.
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