Rent a villa in Marrakech

Renting a villa in Marrakech means embracing a way of life built around the outdoors. Days move between exploring the ochre city and afternoons by the pool, while gardens, terraces and shaded corners become genuine living spaces. Depending on the property, the grounds open onto palm trees, olive groves or views of the Atlas Mountains.

Riads in Marrakech, tucked away in the heart of the medina, offer a different way to experience the city. Behind often unassuming façades, rooms are arranged around a central courtyard, sheltered from the bustle of the streets. Depending on the address, a rooftop terrace, sometimes with its own pool, makes the most of the sun and the views over Marrakech, just a few steps from the souks.

Many riads with a private chef or cook in the medina, along with a wide selection of villas in Marrakech, make it possible to enjoy meals prepared on site and, depending on the property, house staff. A particularly welcome comfort when staying with family or friends.

In Marrakech, a visit usually begins in the medina, with its souks, Jemaa el-Fna square and the city's main monuments. The Ben Youssef Madrasa is worth a stop for its carved decoration, while the Bahia Palace invites a walk through its courtyards and gardens. A few minutes away, the Majorelle Garden offers a different kind of visit, built around its plant collections and its famous shade of blue.

Moroccan cuisine is also part of the stay, with dishes such as tagine or pastilla, and the option of taking part in a local cookery class.

For a trip outside Marrakech, the Ourika Valley offers a glimpse of villages and the first landscapes of the Atlas Mountains. The Agafay Desert is another excursion easily reached from Marrakech, best explored by quad bike or camel. Finally, a hot-air balloon flight offers a bird's-eye view of the surrounding countryside.