The hotels with the best pools in Marrakech

Marrakech is home to some of the most remarkable hotel pools in North Africa, where the splendour of the pool matches that of the architecture surrounding it. This ranking selects five properties whose aquatic offering, by virtue of its scale, design, intimacy or landscape scenography, is reason enough in itself for a stay. The selection covers only existing hotels, classified 5-star or Palace, and verified at the date of publication. Each entry provides the key facts: opening or renovation year, architect’s name, pool surface area, dining context and indicative 2026 rates.

1. La Mamounia · Hivernage

A legendary 600 m² pool set within the historic century-old garden, a bridge between Moroccan Art Deco and a standard of excellence.

Opened in 1923 and renovated in 2020 by interior architects Patrick Jouin and Sanjit Manku, La Mamounia’s heated outdoor pool (600 m²) stretches along the axis of the historic palm-lined garden, facing the spa pavilion. The property spans 135 rooms and 71 suites across an eight-hectare park. The hotel has maintained a fine balance between Art Deco grandeur and contemporary comfort. The 2,500 m² spa offers a Moroccan hammam and treatments by Maison de Caulières. At the table, the restaurant L’Italien by Don Alfonso, a doubly starred chef, completes a gastronomic offer rooted in excellence.

• ◆ Heated 600 m² pool, lined with carved wooden sunloungers
• ◆ Starred restaurants: L’Italien by Don Alfonso (2 Michelin stars in Italy)
• ◆ 2,500 m² spa, hammam, hair salon, fitness centre
• ◆ 2020 renovation by Jouin Manku, faithful to Moroccan Art Deco style

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2. Royal Mansour Marrakech · Hivernage

Fifty-three private riads with individual pools and a 1,200 m² main pool, set within an estate commissioned by King Mohammed VI.

Completed in 2009, the Royal Mansour is a state project whose every detail was supervised by the office of King Mohammed VI. The 53 riads, connected by covered alleyways, each have a private pool and a rooftop terrace. The main outdoor pool, one of the largest in the city at 1,200 m², extends through a garden of century-old olive trees and bougainvillea. The 2,500 m² spa offers a white marble hammam and a programme of Moroccan treatments. La Grande Table Marocaine presents a contemporary reading of the kingdom’s classics, while chef Yannick Alléno signed the menu at La Table.

• ◆ 53 riads with private pool and rooftop terrace
• ◆ 1,200 m² main pool within an olive tree garden
• ◆ 2,500 m² spa, hammam, honey and argan oil treatments
• ◆ Conceived under King Mohammed VI, entirely crafted by Moroccan artisans

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3. Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech · Golf Route, Palmeraie

The city’s largest hotel pool (1,900 m²) set within a structured Mediterranean garden designed by Gilles & Boissier.

Opened in 2015, the Mandarin Oriental Marrakech features 54 suites and villas across 20 hectares of gardens. The outdoor pool (1,900 m²), the largest in Marrakech, plays with the geometric lines of the landscaping, bordered by olive trees, cypresses and oleanders. The Gilles & Boissier architecture studio lent the spaces a serene modernity. The 1,800 m² spa includes a hammam, an indoor pool and Oriental rituals. Le Salon de Thé blends French patisserie with Moroccan salons, while the pool bar offers light cuisine by chef Thierry Alix.

• ◆ 1,900 m² pool, the largest in the city; separate children’s pool
• ◆ Gilles & Boissier design, structured garden
• ◆ 1,800 m² spa with heated indoor pool
• ◆ 54 suites and villas, some with private pool

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4. Amanjena · Ouarzazate Road

A 33-metre mirror pool edged by rose-coloured colonnades and belvederes, designed by Ed Tuttle for Aman’s first property on the African continent.

Inaugurated in 2000 and renovated in 2015, Amanjena (meaning “peaceful garden” in Sanskrit) comprises 32 pavilions and 6 maisons set in an ochre and rose palette inspired by Moroccan palaces. The 33-metre heated outdoor pool (112 m²) functions as a mirror reflecting the colonnades and cypresses. Architect Ed Tuttle reinterpreted the riad with minimalist rigour. The Aman spa offers a marble hammam and treatments using argan oil and Damask rose. Restaurant Nama serves Japanese cuisine, while La Terrasse offers Moroccan classics.

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• ◆ Heated 33-metre mirror pool, belvederes for shade
• ◆ Ed Tuttle architecture, colonnade and water dialogue
• ◆ Aman Spa, marble hammam, signature treatments
• ◆ 38 units including 6 maisons with private pool

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5. Four Seasons Resort Marrakech · Hivernage

A 35-metre outdoor pool paired with a paddling pool, within a resort designed to combine luxury and family stays without compromise.

Inaugurated in 2011, the Four Seasons Resort Marrakech occupies 16 hectares near the Ménara gardens. The main outdoor pool, 35 metres long, is lined with sunloungers and parasols, with a shallow adjacent pool for children. The resort offers 141 rooms and suites, some with Atlas Mountain views. The 1,500 m² spa includes a hammam and a hair salon. Restaurant Quattro, overseen by chef Saverio Sbarra, offers an Italian menu, while Azzera serves poolside cuisine.

• ◆ 35-metre main pool with dedicated paddling pool
• ◆ 1,500 m² spa, hammam, Moroccan oil treatments
• ◆ 141 rooms and suites, short distances between amenities
• ◆ Kids club, babysitting, adapted menus

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How to choose from this ranking

The choice depends first on the place the pool holds in your expectations. La Mamounia (#1) is an iconic benchmark: its pool, even if not the largest, benefits from the strongest historic setting. It suits couples, travellers who care about starred gastronomy and admirers of Art Deco architecture. The Royal Mansour (#2) is the right choice for those who want a private pool in their riad without giving up a vast outdoor basin. The price is steep, but the intimacy and artisanal refinement are unmatched.

The Mandarin Oriental (#3) impresses with its pool’s surface area, the calming Gilles & Boissier design and a structured offer that suits couples and families alike, notably thanks to the children’s club and the separate pool. Amanjena (#4) is a destination for aesthetes: its mirror pool and minimalist architecture create an atmosphere of retreat. Finally, the Four Seasons (#5) is the best compromise for families with young children, with a strong service ethos and a more accessible entry price.

The Marrakech climate makes heated pools enjoyable from October to May; summer months (July-August) see temperatures exceeding 40 °C, which can limit swimming in the early afternoon. The Christmas and Easter periods carry the highest rates, while the first quarter and November offer mild weather at more moderate prices, except during the Formula 1 Grand Prix or events such as the Marrakech du Rire festival, where demand can drive prices up.

For a short stay centred on the spa and pool, La Mamounia or Amanjena allow you to immerse yourself in the experience quickly. A longer family stay benefits more from the spaces at the Mandarin Oriental or Four Seasons. An exclusive celebration trip will find an unparalleled setting at the Royal Mansour. In all cases, booking two to three months in advance is wise for high season, especially if you are targeting a suite with direct pool access.