It is only 45 minutes from Marrakech’s International airport. With 360 degree panoramic views, this innovative new hotel receives warm sunlight all day, ending in spectacular sunsets. From its unique eyrie-like position it offers a birds eye view of the Atlas, of traditional Berber villages and of the lush river valley below.

The Kasbah is one of the most eco-friendly hotels in Morocco; constructed principally from rammed earth, the traditional Berber building technique, it seems almost to have grown out of the rocks beneath. The thick walls provide such good insulation that air-conditioning is unnecessary. Solar panels provide hot water for the hotel and and the underfloor heating. Soon a biodigester will provide electricity and compost not only for the hotel but also for the village below.

Guests can relax in individually decorated rooms with their own terraces or unwind by the secluded swimming pool. Meals are served in the gardens or in the colonnaded restaurant or can be taken privately in the rooms or suites - all rooms can have king-sized doubles or twin beds as required.

Rooms and Suites

Superior Rooms - All rooms have fantastic views of the Atlas mountains and the Ourika Valley. Superior Room has ensuite bathroom with shower, safe and terrace outside. Click to see the view of Superior Room

Deluxe Room - Dramatic views of the Mountains and Ourika Valley. Deluxe Room is larger than Superior Room and has ensuite bathroom with bath and shower, safe, fireplace and or private terrace Click to see the view of Deluxe Room

Suite - Dramatic views of Mountains and the Ourika Valley. Suite has ensuite large bathrooms with bath and shower, safe, fireplace and or private terrace. Click to see the view of Suite

Deluxe Suite - Dramatic views of Mountains and the Ourika Valley. Deluxe Suite is very large and is often used by families with 2 extra beds. It has ensuite bathroom with bath and shower, safe, fireplace and private terrace. Click to see the view of Deluxe Suite

The restaurant serves food that is freshly supplied daily from the surrounding villages. The chef specialises in traditional Berber recipes as well as international cuisine.

Those curious to see more of Morocco can visit the large Monday Berber market at the nearby town of Tnine Ourika or call at some of the farms that grow herbs and flowers in the valley for the perfumiers and herbalists who sell a wide variety of exotic perfumes in the Medina. For the energetic there is also hiking, trekking, biking, rafting, and riding from the Kasbah or skiing nearby in the Atlas mountains. Alternatively, guests can drive only 45 minutes into Marrakech to explore on foot the Souks in the Medina and enjoy the delights of the famous Main Square (Djemaa el Fna).

The Kasbah Bab Ourika provides opportunities for many different kinds of holiday in an exceptionally beautiful part of the Atlas mountains. The Kasbah offers a peaceful but spectacular interlude in sharp contrast with the hustle of the Western World. Days spent relaxing here will be remembered with pleasure for long afterwards.

Kasbah Bab Ourika won the top 100 hotels in the World with Fodors Guide.

Key Features:

Amazing hill top location
Fabulous views
Spa Facilities
In house restaurant
Pool
Base for trekking

'Magical ambience, stunning views, peace and calm after Marrakech. Food was delightful, service excellent. So many places to sit and enjoy the environment'. Carol P, February 2011
'real luxury, calm and serene, very good hostess and food good for the kids as well as adults.' James n, February 2011
'Bab Ourika 5 Good Points: Stunning location, beautifully furnished rooms, a log fire in the bedroom which was lit for us in the evenings, and really delicious food.' Ros B, March 2011
'the Ourika Kasbah was amazing, the welcome, the food and the personal service from Amanda and co. The Kasbah itself was beautifully intimate and perfect for socialising and relaxing. Food was amazing and the location was also fantastic.' Clare B. December 2011