Le Farnatchi
Hotel · Marrakech
Derb el Farnatchi, Rue Souk el Fassis, Marrakesh, Morocco
Highlights
Posh suites, rooftop dining, courtyard pool, exceptional staff
Derb el Farnatchi, Rue Souk el Fassis, Marrakesh, Morocco Get directions
Posh suites, rooftop dining, courtyard pool, exceptional staff
Derb el Farnatchi, Rue Souk el Fassis, Marrakesh, Morocco Get directions
"Since Marrakech has become a Mecca for high-fashion shoots and swanky celebrity parties, the number of stylish riads has rocketed. Award-winning British hotelier Jonathan Wix bucked the trend and spent two years converting three small riads into a holiday home for family and friends. Then he was converted and convinced that his creation should be shared. And so Riad Farnatchi was born in its original incarnation, but Jonathan has since overseen a gentle metamorphosis of the riad into Le Farnatchi, a boutique hotel in its own right. The original riads stood on one of the oldest parts of this exotic and classy city; some of the walls are more than 400 years old. But there’s nothing ancient about the sleek lighting and crisp decor in this chic retreat. It has the feel of a beautiful private home yet the facilities of a world-class hotel, including a beautiful spa next door. And, rest assured, mere mortals are just as welcome as models and movie stars. Highs Palatial and exquisitely decorated suites; all are pristine and immensely private The beautiful white-marbled Farnatchi Spa sits next door to the hotel building; overnight guests have direct access Le Trou au Mur restaurant has opened since we last visited, and we can't wait to try the delicious-sounding Moroccan meals and international dishes Outstanding service and thoughtful little extras (complimentary Moroccan robes and in-room snacks) Two trainquil courtyards, one with a 7m jetstream swimming pool Lows More expensive than most riads (but worth it, as it's much more of a boutique hotel, plus there's lots of free goodies) Families with boisterous kids might feel self-conscious amid the peaceful ambiance Can get booked up quickly" - Glenda Richards
"There’s no shortage in Marrakech of riad hotels, walled-courtyard houses deep in the medina where guests hide out from the crowds and experience traditional Moroccan city living. Riad Farnatchi adds to Marrakech’s collection of upmarket riad boutiques, but with a twist — this is riad style made modern, a 21st-century re-imagining of the centuries-old standard." - Tablet Hotels
"One of the first riads to open in the medina, and still one of the best, the Farnatchi oozes pared-down elegance, paring classic Moroccan touches – zelig tiling and smooth tadelakt walls, with a contemporary, Manhattan-does-Marrakech vibe. The ten suites are spread over seven houses, all linked, in a quiet corner of the medina. The small number of bedrooms means the communal spaces – including the roof terrace, main patio with its shimmering, 7metre pool and the bhou (traditional outdoor seating area) never feel crowded. Most locals wouldn’t be seen dead in a hotel spa, but this chic retreat is the exception. Airy and light-filled relaxation lounges segue into areas with striking vintage photography that covers entire walls. It offers a bespoke mix of Moroccan, Ayurvedic and Chinese wellness that’s a 100% winning formula. It may be a cliché, but Farnatchi really does feel like an oasis among the freneticism of the medina. " - Mandy Sinclair
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