Royal Mansour Marrakech

Royal Mansour has a very different vibe than La Mamounia — much quieter, classier, and more pure elegance.

While people love to compare Royal Mansour and La Mamounia, they're completely different experiences. Royal Mansour offers something much more refined and peaceful, with genuine elegance that sets it apart from the more Vegas-like energy you might find elsewhere in Marrakech. I'd highly recommend it for travelers seeking that level of sophisticated tranquility.

Our Marrakech stay at Royal Mansour was truly lovely, albeit sterile compared to some alternatives.

I have an in-depth review of our anniversary trip where we stayed at Royal Mansour in Marrakech. While the property was genuinely beautiful and the experience memorable, I found it had a slightly sterile quality that some travelers might notice. For a honeymoon setting, you might want to consider if you prefer the polished perfection of Royal Mansour or something with more intimate character.

When you're inside their garden, you don't hear the city noise despite being in the middle of it all.

Everything the good reviews say about this place is absolutely true. The most remarkable thing is how completely they've created this oasis of calm — you're literally in the center of the city but feel completely removed from any urban chaos.

I can't come up with any criticism — our butler provided excellent service night or day, and the meals were fantastic in all restaurants.

We had a flawless stay with an unbelievably beautiful riad. Even with my critical eye, I genuinely cannot find fault with any aspect of the experience. The restaurants consistently delivered fantastic meals, and our butler's availability and quality of service was exceptional around the clock.

I'd rank Royal Mansour number one out of the three top Marrakech properties — it's genuinely in a league of its own.

After staying at Amanjena, Mandarin Oriental, and three nights at Royal Mansour, I can say definitively that RM takes the crown. The architecture and design represent the highest level of human craftsmanship — all handwork commissioned by the king to showcase Moroccan hospitality. The spa experience alone is worth the stay, and while Amanjena has its charms with better privacy, Royal Mansour feels like something from One Thousand and One Nights in the most authentic way possible.

We stayed in a two-bedroom riad with rooftop pool, and I genuinely believe this is a beautiful experience if you appreciate craft and design.

Our ground floor had a sitting area with fountain, large living room and dining room — absolutely incredible spaces. The second floor bedrooms and sitting area were equally impressive, but the rooftop terrace with plunge pool became our group's favorite spot. Our dedicated butler gave us an amazing tour of the underground tunnel system that connects the riads, explaining how guests hardly ever see staff members or housekeeping carts. The traditional hammam treatment was intense but wonderful, especially with the private cold plunge pool afterward.

We vacationed like royalty — a truly unforgettable stay that left us not wanting to leave.

I initially thought luxury hotels in Marrakech were quite similar, but Royal Mansour completely changed my perspective. The attention to detail is impeccable, and every single person we encountered was thoughtful, kind, and warm. The staff played a huge part in making our trip feel perfect, and we also made sure to explore Marrakech and the surrounding areas, which are genuinely beautiful.

We booked the Premier Riad and the room was incredible — plenty of space with his and hers closets and a rooftop dip pool.

I'm incredibly particular about travel details, but Royal Mansour exceeded expectations on every front. The Premier Riad felt palatial with separate closets and the perfect rooftop setup for casual lunch and dinner. The gym and spa were both incredible for health and wellness people like myself. Even small details impressed — they arranged VIP fast track through Paris CDG and the day room at Pullman for our layover, though the airport service initially had some hiccups with our names not being at the fast track desk.

I check into my own riad with round-the-clock service that's just a phone call away — there are no traditional rooms here.

My riad is fantastic across three to four floors, and I had dinner at the Moroccan restaurant which was superb, along with excellent room service breakfast. I enjoyed champagne and nuts on my private roof deck with birds cheering me on, while Ayub helped walk me to my riad when I got lost. Just note that you'll deal with several flights of stairs to reach the bedroom and even more to the roof deck, so request one with an elevator if you prefer.

After three days of trying to book spa services, I was hung up on once and told to message WhatsApp with no response.

I was hoping to experience the spa but unfortunately never managed to make an appointment despite persistent efforts. The website wouldn't allow me to book, and when I called numerous times, I experienced poor customer service including being abruptly hung up on. For a supposed 5-star hotel charging $350 for services, this level of difficulty in basic booking was completely unacceptable.

Our stay was quite simply memorable and unparalleled — the Royal Mansour embodies a vocation that goes far beyond accommodation.

I felt like an honored invitee rather than a client, with the entire team acting as hosts not just of the hotel but of the city and country itself. The prevailing feeling throughout our stay was one of generosity, genuine care, and sincere attention. Extraordinary luxury coexisted naturally with authentic simplicity — nothing felt staged, everything flowed effortlessly. Privacy, exclusivity, and excellence of facilities combined seamlessly with warmth, kindness, and human closeness that's rarely found at this level of hospitality.

We visited for afternoon tea with very high expectations but found the staff abrupt, unaccommodating, and lacking warmth.

Having traveled from London in December, we asked to sit outside in the sun or near heating, but the staff were completely inflexible. While the hotel's architecture is absolutely stunning and breathtaking, the service was a major disappointment. For a hotel of this calibre, the attitude fell far short of what true luxury represents, so we left and found a far more welcoming experience elsewhere.

We had afternoon tea that was on par with the Ritz London — high quality patisserie treats with impeccable service.

The hotel is beautifully located just outside the Medina walls in a private, secluded area. The majestic decor and furnishings were impeccable, and the food was abundant with high-quality patisserie treats. The ambience and excellent service made for a great time, and I'd happily return to this fabulous experience.

I thought I had seen the best hotels in the world, but Royal Mansour is on another level — true royal Moroccan luxury.

After experiencing the finest hotels in Dubai and throughout the world, I genuinely believed nothing could impress me further. But the materials, craftsmanship, and tiniest details at Royal Mansour left me speechless. The staff amazed me every second of the experience — their service is exceptional in every way imaginable.

This is the best hotel I've ever stayed at, period — everything was taken care of from the second I got off the airplane.

The staff was incredible, the food was amazing, the room was beautiful, and the location was perfect for exploring the souks while remaining extremely quiet and private. I really couldn't have asked for a better stay anywhere in the world.