Last updated: July 2026

Marrakech — Neighborhood Guide

Best Hotels in Hivernage, Marrakech

Hivernage is Marrakech's most exclusive residential and hotel quarter — a palm-shaded district of grand villas, luxury hotels, and the famous Pacha nightclub that has been a landmark of the city's extravagant nightlife since 1991.

★ Our top pick

La Mamounia

★ 9.7 Exceptional · $$$$ · Hivernage

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The Best Hotels in Hivernage, Marrakech at a Glance

1. La Mamounia · Hivernage · ★ 9.7 Exceptional
2. Mandarin Oriental Marrakech · Palmeraie · ★ 9.5 Exceptional
3. Selman Marrakech · Hivernage · ★ 9.4 Superb
4. Les Jardins de la Koutoubia · Medina · ★ 9.0 Superb
5. Riad Yasmine · Medina · ★ 9.0 Superb

5 hotels reviewed · Price range: $$$$, $$$, $$ · Last updated July 2026

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Best Hotels in Hivernage, Marrakech

5 hotels · Updated July 2026

1 $$$$

★ 9.7 Exceptional

Hivernage

La Mamounia

La Mamounia is a Marrakech legend — Winston Churchill's favourite retreat since the 1930s, set in 17 acres of Arabo-Andalusian gardens. The 2009 Patrick Jouin redesign brought sumptuous contemporary opulence to the Art Deco bones, and the spa complex is among the finest in Africa. Repeatedly voted the world's best hotel.

Hivernage
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★ 9.7 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

2 $$$$

★ 9.5 Exceptional

Palmeraie

Mandarin Oriental Marrakech

Set in 20 acres of olive grove and jasmine garden in the Palmeraie, Mandarin Oriental Marrakech achieves a remarkable feat — resort scale with riad intimacy. The pavilion-style villas, world-class spa, and chef-driven restaurants combine with MO's signature service culture for a deeply satisfying experience.

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★ 9.5 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

3 $$$$

★ 9.4 Superb

Hivernage

Selman Marrakech

Selman is defined by two things: the world's most beautiful pool (a 100-metre infinity pool with Atlas Mountain views) and its celebrated Arabians — a stable of pure-bred horses that guests can ride through the Hivernage palms at dawn. The architecture by Christophe Sic is extraordinary.

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★ 9.4 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

4 $$$

★ 9.0 Superb

Medina

Les Jardins de la Koutoubia

Les Jardins de la Koutoubia occupies a prime position steps from the iconic 12th-century minaret — its heated rooftop pool, beautiful Andalusian garden, hammam, and 72 rooms at a price considerably below the palace-hotels make it one of Marrakech's finest value luxury propositions.

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★ 9.0 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

5 $$

★ 9.0 Superb

Medina

Riad Yasmine

Riad Yasmine became Morocco's most Instagrammed hotel when its turquoise pool and jasmine-draped courtyard went viral — and the reality exceeds the pictures. A beautifully restored traditional riad with 9 rooms, exceptional breakfast, and a genuinely warm Moroccan family at its heart.

Medina
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★ 9.0 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

About This Guide

Hivernage's leafy avenues and well-maintained gardens create an atmosphere of discretion and elegance. The great palace-hotels here — including the legendary La Mamounia — have acres of manicured grounds that provide an almost rural quietude within minutes of the Medina. It's the address of choice for those who want the full Marrakech luxury experience without being in the Medina's labyrinth.

Insider Tips

1
La Mamounia's Churchill Bar is open to non-guests for drinks — one of the great bar experiences in the world, named for Winston Churchill who famously painted here.
2
The Hivernage evening promenade along Avenue Echouhada is Marrakech's most elegant outdoor scene — locals and hotel guests mix in the jasmine-scented evening air.
3
Selman Hotel's Wednesday evening fantasia dinner (traditional horsemanship show) is one of Marrakech's most spectacular cultural evenings — book well in advance.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hivernage a good area to stay in Marrakech?

Hivernage is the finest address in Marrakech for luxury travellers who want palatial scale, privacy, and pool-garden grounds — particularly excellent for honeymoons and special occasions.

What is Hivernage known for?

Hivernage is known for La Mamounia (repeatedly named the world's best hotel), the Theatre Royal, Pacha nightclub, and the most palatial hotel gardens in North Africa.

How do I get to Hivernage from the airport?

Hivernage is immediately adjacent to the Medina ramparts — 5 minutes and 20–30 MAD by petit taxi to Jemaa el-Fna. The airport is approximately 10–15 minutes.

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