This destination guide to Marrakesh is a personal one, as we have planned many events there. Marrakesh is a luxurious blend of ancient mystery and modern wonder, making it a captivating host city for unforgettable events. Renowned for its rich history, iconic architecture, and world-class hospitality, Marrakesh is as versatile as it is enchanting. There is colour, vibrancy, mystery and intrigue around every corner. Plus a burgeoning food and night life scene. The ‘ochre city’ has it all – a colourful and exotic backdrop to any type of event.
DESTINATION GUIDE TO MARRAKESH
It’s a hot destination right now, you will have certainly noticed Marrakesh filling up Instagram feeds with alluring content from the bustling souks, serene palm groves and opulent riads.
Plus, the year-round sunshine ensures an ideal environment for celebrations of all kinds.
Welcome to the magic of Morocco with our event planner’s destination guide to Marrakesh.
BEST AIRLINE – ROYAL AIR MAROC
Morocco’s largest national airline has regular routes to eighty countries across the world and if you’re travelling here provides an authentic experience. It was voted the best airline in Africa by US Global Traveller Magazine and has an excellent business class experience which was recently reviewed by Business Traveller Magazine. You can read the full thoughts here, but safe to say it was well-received.
BEST HOTEL – ROYAL MANSOUR
You just know that a hotel owned by Morocco’s King Mohammed VI will deliver on all levels. And if your levels are set to the highest level of magnificence and comfort imaginable then head straight to the Royal Mansour for your next Moroccan stay.
There are fifty-three guest riads with indoor/outdoor living spaces and private roof tops, with views of the Atlas Mountains. The décor is as intricate, elaborate and stunningly spectacular as you can imagine a palatial destination built by royalty would be. You MUST head to the spa here during your stay and ideally for a traditional Hammam treatment which is delivered in the most serene surroundings. And with all three restaurants overseen by French chef Yannick Alleno. He holds a total of 16 Michelin Stars. A dinner reservation, too, should be a foregone conclusion.
https://www.royalmansour.com/en/marrakech/riads/
BEST VENUE FOR A CORPORATE EVENT – THE OBEROI, MARRAKESH
The Oberoi Marrakesh will bring next level luxury to your guests. it is located within 1,13,312 square metres of Mediterranean orchards filled with fragrant citrus trees and centuries old olive groves.
The five-star hotel has skilfully landscaped gardens punctuated with calming water features. Its authentic architecture is inspired by palaces of ancient Morocco and spectacular views of the majestic Atlas Mountains to complete the scene.
The event spaces here are diverse and versatile. Whichever space you choose, your guests will feel bathed in opulence. They range from ballrooms to patios and boardrooms but there is nothing stuffy or generic here. Moroccan grandeur and impeccable style permeate the fabric of this place. Yet it is the outdoor event spaces where the property really comes into its own. Why not arrange a banquet in Les Jardins des Oliviers. Here three thousand beautiful olive trees create a rustic yet elegant setting for up to two hundred guests. Alternatively, the grand canal is a 120m long body of water that stretches out toward the Atlas Mountains. it can host four hundred reception guests, all of whom will be enraptured with the view.
https://www.oberoihotels.com/hotels-in-morocco-marrakech/events/
BEST ROOFTOP BAR- EL FENN
As roof top bars go this has to be one of the best in the world. Even Madonna agrees. The queen of pop holding her 60th birthday in this iconic party spot in 2018. The rooftop itself is bedecked with striking red daybeds and loungers, comfortable patterned chairs and striped parasols that provide a stylish contrast to blue skies above. The roof terrace is open to in-house guests and non-residents. It’s large enough to ensure that there’s no need to book, 1,300 square metres, in fact. It’s certainly a magical place to catch the sunset, with a close-up view of the iconic Koutoubia Mosque and the endless rooftops of Marrakesh which stretch out before you. Grab a cocktail or a bite to eat. Then listen as the evening call to prayers transitions into a candlelit DJ set that takes you into the early hours.
And if you can stretch to a stay here the venue is also a hotel with an extensive art collection and exquisite, colourful interiors filled with crafted artisanal pieces and saturated hues.
BEST SPOT TO WOW A CLIENT – COMPTOIR DARNA
Billed as an unforgettable culinary and festive experience this place will never disappoint. Brilliantly combining Moroccan tradition, vibrant interiors, exceptional cuisine and captivating entertainment.
Passionate chefs offer up delicious Mediterranean and Moroccan dishes, enhancing fresh local produce with endless creativity.
The food speaks for itself, but most people come here for the entire experience and that includes entertainment. The Grand Orchestra of the Comptoir will welcome you with an energetic rendition of Moroccan classics as you dine. A modern oriental cabaret experience takes place every evening at 9.30. It immerses guests in a unique fusion of live music, acrobatics, dance and performance. Energy off the scale. There is also a club here and regular DJs and dance nights throughout the calendar month which take the party way into the early hours.
https://www.comptoirmarrakech.com/
HIDDEN GEM – LA PERGOLA
It may not be a hidden gem in every sense of the word, but we had to find a space for this delectable rooftop jazz bar with all of the vibes. A famous guest once said of this place, ‘come here for the food, you’ll stay for the mood’. And it is true that once you arrive you won’t want to leave. La Pergola brings together all of the ingredients of an unforgettable evening. Stunning surroundings. Signature cocktails. Fine food by celebrity chef Abdel ALAOUI. Happy hour. And the famous jazz sessions that made the reputation of the place.
Grab a cocktail and position yourself in a premium spot ready for the night of your life. Live jazz sessions take place every night from 8pm to 11pm.
INTERESTING FACT YOU WOULD TELL A CLIENT
Marrakesh has a world-famous coffee house that stands within the gates of a 1000-year-old medina. It specialises in 100% Arabica coffees, providing customers with a unique opportunity to travel the world through their cup. Famous visitors have included Winston Churchill, Charlie Chaplain and Franklin Roosevelt. Today visitors can explore the finest blends from all over the globe. 35 coffee producing countries and the venue, now known as the Museum of Cultural Confluences, has been lovingly restored to its former glory.
