Amanjena

On the outskirts of Marrakech, Amanjena places the drama of the Red City just beyond the resort gates. The setting is an oasis of palms and olive trees beside the Amelkis golf course, with views reaching towards the High Atlas. Forty standalone pavilions and maisons are arranged around a broad reflective basin, combining Moorish arches, domed ceilings, private gardens and, in many categories, heated pools. The mood is composed rather than showy: shaded courtyards, fountains, quiet lounges and long, sunlit paths encourage a slower rhythm. Dining focuses on Moroccan cooking and seasonal Italian dishes, with the pool terrace and olive grove offering a more relaxed daytime setting. A spa with hammam rituals, a fitness centre, clay tennis courts and the main heated pool round out the facilities. The medina, Djemaa el-Fna and Marrakech’s palaces remain within easy reach, while Agafay and the Atlas foothills make natural counterpoints to the city.