INFORMATION AND NEWS FROM LA MAMOUNIA AND MARRAKECH

The prestigious ranking of Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards has just named La Mamounia the ‘Best City Hotel in North Africa and the Middle East’ for the year 2026.

As a timeless icon of refinement in Marrakesh, La Mamounia combines majestic heritage, exceptional cuisine and bespoke hospitality to perfection. This season, our legendary reputation is further enhanced by a new and exceptionally rare distinction: we are immensely honoured to announce that La Mamounia is among the very first establishments in the world to be awarded the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Triple Crown.
 

Once again this year, and for the sixth year running, we are delighted to announce that La Mamounia has been shortlisted in the ‘Hotels’ category of the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Awards (US).

At La Mamounia, spring settles in with gentle elegance, bathing the gardens in soft light and a serene atmosphere.
 

When chocolate becomes a playground, imagined by Pierre Hermé
True to his taste for innovation and subtle reinterpretation, Pierre Hermé reinvents the traditional codes of Easter. Here, the egg gives way to a universe inspired by play, strategy and challenge. Chess pieces, puzzles and targets are transformed into gourmet sculptures, crafted with absolute mastery of textures and aromatic balance.
Dark chocolate with intense notes, milk chocolate with smooth, rounded flavors, and delicately caramelized blond chocolate are elevated into true, ephemeral works of art.

True to its pursuit of excellence and fascination with world cultures, La Mamounia is delighted to invite you on an exciting new journey of the senses. From 23 to 29 March 2026, the talented Chef Takehiro Arakawa will once again take over the kitchens at L'Asiatique by Jean-Georges as part of an exceptional culinary residency.

From 16 to 18 April 2026, La Mamounia will celebrate the excellence and tradition of French haute cuisine with three exclusive ‘Paul Bocuse’ dinners, held in the enchanting setting of its magnificent gardens.
 

During the holy month of Ramadan, La Mamounia invites its guests to enjoy an exceptional Iftar in its iconic restaurant, Le Marocain - a majestic setting where the art of Moroccan hospitality is revealed in all its glory.
 

Designed to be a moment suspended in time, these exclusive evenings will be orchestrated by Gérard Boyer, a loyal customer of La Mamounia and an iconic figure in French haute cuisine. Formerly the three-Michelin-starred chef at the legendary Les Crayères restaurant in Reims, he embodies a signature style of cooking that is both sincere and timeless, in which the ingredients are always at the heart of the emotion.

This Valentine's Day, La Mamounia invites all you lovebirds to enjoy a moment of pure indulgence with an exclusive Afternoon Tea created by Pierre Hermé, an idol of contemporary patisserie.

December at La Mamounia is always a magical time of year. And the 2025–2026 festive programme promises to ensure this eagerly awaited moment is filled with all the joy and enchantment of a truly unique celebration.
 

After being named “Best Hotel in Africa” by Condé Nast Traveller US, we are honored to receive the 3 Michelin Keys, the ultimate recognition of our relentless pursuit of perfection.

Always seeking to offer its guests new activities and experiences, La Mamounia will open a padel court in early September 2025 in the heart of its magnificent gardens. 

We were delighted to announce in April that chef Simone Zanoni is now at the helm of our charming trattoria!

Since 2023, Robb Report, a prestigious luxury lifestyle magazine, has annually been recognising the world's 50 most outstanding hotels.

Every year, Travel+Leisure readers vote to choose their favourite hotels. This award for excellence, bestowed by discerning travellers upon the world's finest establishments, is one of the most prestigious awards to exist. La Mamounia is particularly proud to have once again been recognised with two major accolades.

We are delighted and proud to announce that, for the fifth consecutive year, La Mamounia has been selected to participate in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards US edition.

Together with Pierre Hermé, La Mamounia invites you to enjoy a delicious, fun-filled and wonderfully original Easter celebration

La Mamounia Spa offers you a world apart devoted to beauty and harmony of the senses, body and mind. Experience a dream of oriental splendour where you can relax and tune into your inner self, while placing your trust in the expert hands of our massage and beauty specialists

A Sunday brunch rounded off in style with our rose, raspberry and lychee-scented Ispahan ice cream...

A chef with a truly remarkable career, Simone Zanoni has established himself as one of the most creative figures in contemporary Italian gastronomy.

Every year, the holy month of Ramadan provides the perfect opportunity to come and savour an extraordinary fine dining experience at La Mamounia.

From 24 to 27 February, La Mamounia is honoured to welcome talented Chef Takehiro Arakawa back to its restaurant L'Asiatique par Jean-Georges for an all-new Omakase* experience.

With Pierre Hermé, experience a delectably romantic Valentine's Day at La Mamounia!  
 

We're delighted to announce the launch of our revamped boutique website. Dive into the enchanting world of La Mamounia's shops and explore :

Don't worry about running out of ideas for souvenirs to bring back from your stay or for your end-of-year gifts: in La Mamounia Boutique, you'll find everything you need to gladden the hearts and enchant the eyes of your loved ones!

Mouthwatering gourmet creations, sumptuous floral arrangements and exquisite souvenirs… We're delighted to invite you to discover the enchanted world of our online boutiques on our new website shop.mamounia.com!

Celebrations of all kinds are a wonderful source of inspiration for this talented pastry chef.

The unwavering commitment of the teams at La Mamounia to provide their guests with stays infused with the ultimate in elegance and excellence has once again been rewarded - and doubly so!
 

A new award has been added to those already received this year in recognition of La Mamounia's excellence: Best Hotel Spa in Morocco, awarded by a jury made up of tourism experts and frequent guests of the world's most prestigious establishments.
 

Our private evenings at the Oenothèque, a superb and intimate setting in which to indulge in the art of living and the ultimate in refinement, are always an unforgettable experience.

La Mamounia is proud to announce that it has been crowned the #1 Hotel in North Africa and the 11th Best Hotel in the World at the prestigious 2024 Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Awards, both in the American and British editions.

Having risen to 2nd place in this prestigious selection, of which it is the only Moroccan hotel, La Mamounia has been hailed as a "dream come true"

Two exceptional innovations have been added to the menu at L'Asiatique par Jean-Georges: a sumptuous Kabuki menu served in five acts, and a two-course Peking Duck, an imperial dish dating back to ancient China.
 

For the 4th year running, La Mamounia has been shortlisted in the prestigious Condé Nast Reader's Choice Awards.
 

With 58,000 photos posted on Instagram, La Mamounia is one of the Top 3 hotels in the Middle East with the most viewed accounts on this social network platform.

Single malts, blends, rarities from Japan and elsewhere, whiskeys and bourbons... New to Le Churchill Bar, the Whisky Menu is as discerning as it is exhaustive in its tribute to Sir Winston's favourite tipple.

As a patron of the arts, La Mamounia regularly celebrates and showcases the creators of original and joyful works that resonate with its own artistic vision.

Pour cette édition 2024 de la fête des amoureux, le grand chef pâtissier a imaginé de ravissantes variations autour de ses trois célèbres classiques

At La Mamounia, everything is an invitation to indulge in the unique and delightful experience promised by a romantic break for two. The soothing atmosphere, the beauty and refinement of the various spaces, the luxurious intimacy of the rooms and suites, the magical atmosphere of the gardens as they light up at night... All irresistible invitations to embark on a romantic getaway.
 

With its selection of objects and accessories that are all as charming as they are refined, La Mamounia Boutique is the perfect place to take away precious memories of a stay in the world's most beautiful hotel.

To celebrate its Centenary, La Mamounia asked Pierre Hermé to come up with a unique, never-before-seen creation that would encapsulate, in perfect alchemy, the flavours of Morocco.

Taking the festive spirit to new heights, the 2023 New Year's Eve dinner will take place in all the many spaces of La Mamounia.

Emotions, flavors, memories, laughs, smiles and so much to experience together, this is La Mamounia.

To mark its Centenary, La Mamounia wanted to shine a spotlight on the exceptional commitment of one of its most emblematic employees: the Doorman.
 

Ever committed to ensuring excellence and offering you truly memorable experiences, we have undertaken a programme of renovation to make your stay all the more luxurious and lavish. And in honour of its Centenary, La Mamounia has chosen to place splendour centre stage.
 

To mark its Centenary, an emblematic event for this Grande Dame of Marrakesh, La Mamounia organised a design competition entitled "Tell me the story of La Mamounia in six plates".

From 4 to 8 October, La Mamounia, the jewel in the crown of Moroccan hospitality, celebrated a century of excellence with true panache, bringing its Centenary to a close with a series of spectacular festivities, quite befitting of its reputation.

Everyone at La Mamounia is delighted to share this news with you, dear guests, as further proof that the quality of our welcome, sense of service and desire to meet and exceed your expectations has been duly recognised. We are proud to have been named Best Hotel in Africa by the renowned Conde Nast Traveler magazine.

With this award, La Mamounia has confirmed its status as a luxury hotel and tourist destination.

To all our Family and Friends,
We would like to reassure you that our beloved Mamounia and all our Colleagues and their families are safe after the recent earthquake in Marrakech and surroundings.

Lush gardens, a pool that positively beckons you to take a dip in its clear waters... Happiness at your very fingertips. And what could be better than to enjoy a sun-soaked lunch in an idyllic setting amidst La Mamounia's softly swaying palm trees. 

The Asiatique par Jean-Georges restaurant reopens its doors for lunch. Enjoy an experience of culinary discovery, and set off on a gastronomic journey expertly orchestrated by our chef, that will take you from South-East Asia to the farthest reaches of Japan. 

Reconnect with the tradition of brunch at La Mamounia's the Pavillon de la Piscine, which is reopening its doors. Built as a tribute to the Menara pavilion in Marrakech, the Pavillon de la Piscine restaurant is a must-visit address of our five-star hotel, offering a refined and laid-back setting that positively invites you to indulge in guilt-free relaxation. 

Because customer satisfaction is part of our DNA and in our desire to continue offering you exceptional stays in Marrakech in an idyllic setting, La Mamounia is embarking on its second renovation phase from 1 July to 15 September 2023, in its tireless quest for quality and excellence.
 

As a true ode to wellbeing and a sanctuary to beauty - extending over some 2,500 square metres and offering a haven of calm and serenity - the Spa de La Mamounia invites you to indulge in timeless moments in Marrakech.
 

La Mamounia rolls out the red carpet once again! Our team is extremely proud to announce its selection in the 2023 Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards, a highly prestigious prize that celebrates the world's finest hotels.
 

Based at La Mamounia, the Boutique Pierre Hermé Paris will thrill epicureans who will delight in the mesmerising creations of this celebrated French pastry chef. In this little boudoir devoted to sweet pleasures, the Chef - voted best pastry chef in the world in 2016 - showcases his sublime signature desserts.  

This year, La Mamounia invites you to an exceptional Iftar in the stunning surroundings of its restaurant Le Marocain, a true haven of Moroccan-style dining.
 

Close your eyes and picture magical views from your waking moments. It is this unique experience that La Mamounia invites you to share in at the Pavillon de la Piscine, built in tribute to the Menara pavillon in Marrakech.

Nestled in La Mamounia Gallery, in the heart of the hotel, Le Churchill Bar beckons you to indulge in intimate moments, away from it all, in an inimitable Marrakech atmosphere.

La Mamounia invites you to celebrate Cupid’s special day in an idyllic setting that positively exudes romance. On Valentine’s Day, share moments of complicity and intimacy with your loved one while dining in one of our four exquisite restaurants.
La Mamounia invites you to indulge in a gourmet escape on 14 February.

1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair announces the anticipated return of the Marrakech fair from 9-12 February 2023.

As a privileged destination for epicureans and lovers of fine food, La Mamounia invites you to kick off thea new term by immersing yourself in the world of oenology. Discover the subtle art of wine tasting and awaken your palate.

More good news for La Grande Dame!  On 20 July 2022, La Mamounia in Marrakech was recognised as ‘Best Hospitality Heritage Hotel’ in Germany’s prestigious ‘Connoisseur Circle Awards’.

Always striving to meet its guests’ every need and desire, La Mamounia is reviving the age-old tradition of the classic hot towel shave with its very own barber service. 

Discover the garden games of La Mamounia and enjoy fun-packed moments with friends and family in an enchanting setting. 

From 2pm to 5pm, enjoy a Moroccan-style Afternoon Tea at the Menzeh par Pierre Hermé: a magical interlude in a charming and picturesque pavilion that is a veritable altar to ice creams, pastries and chocolate indulgences.

Feel the need to escape to an oasis of luxury and wellbeing? Then look no further than La Mamounia, a true summer destination in Marrakech for an idyllic holiday in a setting that conjures up dreams and promotes wellbeing.