Bathed in light, Marrakech remains the dream destination to enjoy a winter with spring temperatures. The one we nickname the red city, because of its buildings and ramparts of beaten clay, has not finished revealing its many secrets to us for a wellness getaway with multiple benefits. Selection of five enchanting addresses.
Stop time at Selman
What if we took advantage of a Moroccan getaway to completely revitalize ourselves? This is the promise of Spa Chenot at the Selman hotel, one of the most beautiful hotels with spa in Marrakech. The establishment gives us its miracle method to push the limits of time: a holistic approach in which massages, treatments, and physical activities are there. There is no question of running a marathon, the sport is practiced in the 80 meter long outdoor swimming pool lined with palm trees and deckchairs on which it is good to relax (because let’s not forget that after the effort always comes the comfort). And what’s better than a star chef to reward yourself for all those calories burned? Jean-François Piège, chef with two Michelin stars, will take the reins of the kitchen next spring at this palace like no other, owned by the Bennani Smires family, whose 55 rooms are carefully decorated by interior designer Jacques Garcia invite you to a complete change of scenery: “I feel at home there, and I can’t wait to go back there” confides chef Piège…That’s good, because we do too.
Selman Marrakech
Km5 Route d’Amizmiz, Marrakesh 40160, Morocco
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Get a makeover at Mamounia
We no longer present the Moroccan palace whose four syllables are enough to transport us to a Morocco between tradition and modernity. La Mamounia, which has just celebrated its centenary, has given itself a makeover, the results of which we can only admire. In addition to the renovation of the alcoves, the guest room, the swimming pool pavilion and the bar, the metamorphosis takes place upon your arrival, when an incredible chandelier called the “centenary candlestick” stands before you, dressing “the great lady of Marrakech” with an incandescent adornment, ready to shine brightly for the next hundred years. To stay in shape, head to the 2,500 m2 Valmont spa and its two traditional hammams in which ancestral treatments are provided: a royal treatment with black soap and the scents of neroli and eucalyptus which precedes a deep cleansing of the epidermis created with a kessa glove before wrapping the body in ghassoul, a natural clay of volcanic origin. Enough to awaken your inner flame.
La Mamounia
Avenue Bab Jdid, Marrakech 40040, Morocco
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Until the end of the night at Nobu Marrakech
What if relaxation went hand in hand with partying? At least that’s what the Nobu Marrakech offers, located in the prestigious wintering district. The breathtaking view from the rooftop offers an unparalleled panorama of the Atlas Mountains and the Koutoubia, the largest mosque in the city. The ideal place to taste one of the culinary specialties of the rooftop garden, including the three-course pastilla, featuring quail, seafood and chicken with almonds. The cocktail menu, with and without alcohol, is accompanied by the sounds of internationally renowned DJs as well as local artists. For the difficult tomorrow (we reassure you, it also works for everyone else), head to The Pearl spa and its underground swimming pool to enjoy a signature treatment that brings together the best of Japanese traditions, Nobu Matsuhisa’s country of origin, including Japanese silk, an energetic massage with hot stones which ends with a scalp care ritual.
Nobu Marrakech
Av. Echouhada and, Rue du Temple, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
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The royal Mansour: Marrakech in French time
The elegant hotel with 53 private riads continues to reinvent itself, summoning the best talents from around the world to its medina. As proof, the arrival of Hélène Darroze, who has just taken control of the brand new large brasserie at the Royal Mansour Marrakech, drawing a link between Morocco and France: “The common point between a large Parisian brasserie and a palace of the thousand and one nights such as the Royal Mansour, it is this theatrical dimension which takes you into a world apart” explains the French cook, who can count, for the occasion, on local treasures in order to perfect its creations, including aromatic herbs and flowers picked directly every day from the establishment’s vegetable garden. An ode to freshness which is also found in the establishment’s spa, an elegant setting dressed in white, which allows us to benefit just as much from local resources, like the ceremonial massage by marocMaroc. Inspired by Moroccan beauty rituals, it allows you to say goodbye to all unnecessary tensions, while nourishing the skin with the melting Onguent d’Argan balm: a gentle sensory escapade.
The Royal Mansour
Rue Abou Abbas El Sebti, 40000, Morocco
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Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation at L’Amanjena
A sanctuary protected by the high walls of Pisa, Amanjena allows you to stay away from prying eyes and reveals luxury pavilions and houses with careful decoration and floors covered in zellige earthenware. Enough to make you want to recharge your batteries, which is well understood by the establishment which offers a personalized wellness retreat lasting an entire day. On the program: a body scrub and wrap, a full-body massage and a rejuvenating facial treatment, before ending in style with a yoga session to realign your chakras. When dinner time comes, a choice is necessary: having to decide between a typically Moroccan meal with Berber culinary traditions and a dinner with Japanese flavors at the Nama restaurant which celebrates washoku cuisine, sublimating sushi and other sashimi. Enough to make you want to extend your stay to be sure to taste all of these dishes.
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Km 12, Route de Ouarzazate, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
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To sum up
From the medina to the palm grove, treat yourself to a winter stay in Marrakech and discover the best five-star spa hotels in the red city.
