Reminiscent of an historic summer time palace constructed for a prince and his horses, this lodge reads like a love letter to Marrakech, full with grand stables and Arabian stallions dotted across the palatial Ottoman structure. It seems that’s not far off from the reality; the son of the founder, Abdeslam Bennani Smires, wished to mix his love of hotels and using (he’s a present leaping champion in addition to maestro hotelier). Decor is Arabian by means of Hermès; the equestrian theme permeating all through the darkish wooden and leather-based studded furnishings, Mapplethorpe-esque black and white equine pictures, in addition to the paddocks that outline the resort’s structure. The rooms themselves are splendidly thought-about, with massive beds, tiled eating tables and couch nooks, divided by hand-carved wooden panelling and adorned in conventional Moorish model, with monochrome Zelliges tiles juxtaposing the plush, warm-hued furnishings.
There are a number of eating places unfold out across the resort. A favorite of mine was Pavillion, positioned between the horse paddocks, for breakfast. There’s stay music from conventional Berber musicians whereas waiters ask you the way you want your eggs. Do ensure to walk as much as the stables themselves – grand, black and gold colonnades for the 20-or-so Arabian horses. Come sunset the desk to guide is at SABO, helmed by multi-starred chef Jean-François Piège.
The general impression, regardless of the 5 star service, impeccable rooms, spectacular youngsters’ membership, and first price spa, just isn’t one among a lodge, however of a personal dwelling, employed for a very lavish celebration. Everything right here is private, heat, joyous, and alluring. Do ensure to remain for the Sunday brunch, the place the whole resort descends to the paddock space for jolly mariachi bands, a parade from the horses, and free-flowing Champagne. A house away from dwelling, if your property is an Arabian palace. Charlotte Davey
Price: Rooms from round £440 per evening.