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English-speaking French owner Philippe has anticipated every world explorer's needs:
tadelakt
hot tub on the terrace, multilingual library stocked with Tintin adventures in the
fireplace salon, and deep-tissue massages to soothe away economy-airfare kinks. Antique
globes, steamer trunks and rocking chairs add retro flair to sleek
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guest rooms
strewn with rose petals.
Maison Mnabha
RIAD
€€
( 0524 38 13 25;
www.maisonmnabha.com
; 32-33 Derb Mnabha, Kasbah; d incl breakfast Dh840-1290,
tr Dh1750; )
Treasure-hunters will seek out this 17th-century kasbah mansion for ad-
venture and authenticity. Rose petals and candles mark the way to chandelier-lit salons
and roof terraces, where fellow travellers chat over seasonal cocktails and creative
canapés. Brothers Peter and Lawrence and manager Aziz offer valuable antiques advice
and cultural insights (Peter holds a PhD in kasbah history), and arrange restorative mas-
sages and eco-adventures.
RIAD
€€
Marhbabikoum
( 0524 37 52 04;
www.marhbabikoum.com
; 43 Derb Lahbib Magni; s Dh730-900, d Dh840-1010;
)
The name means welcome, and you'll feel it when you step through the door. Khalil
and Véronique run a mellow, family-style riad, so you're automatically invited for tea,
chats, card games and Moroccan jam sessions. If you can tear yourself away, mountain
excursions can be arranged.
Riad Hanane
RIAD
€€
( 0524 37 77 37;
www.dar-hanane.com
; 9 Derb Lalla Azzouna, Kâat ben Nahid; d incl breakfast
Dh1120-1570; )
Lounging comes naturally at this chic retreat. Sunny guest rooms have
architect-designed details - skylights, book niches, domed bathrooms - and mod cons:
iPod docks, safes, hairdryers, les Sens de Marrakech toiletries, free coffee and mineral
water. Guests are drawn to the panoramic terrace, honour bar and English- and French-
speaking concierge, who arranges car hire, guides and dinners. If it's full, the owners have
three other riads in the medina, which you can book through
www.pureriads.com
.
Riad Tizwa
RIAD
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