The hype
Immaculate grounds and genuinely warm service make it feel like a private home, not a hotel.
Kasbah Tamadot
$700 - $2,000+ / ღამეში
დაჯავშენე ეს თუ You want the bragging rights of staying at Richard Branson’s mountain fortress where 100% of the staff are locals who treat you like returning royalty.
რატომ უყვართ ხოლმე
- The 'Berber Tents' are actually opulent canvas palaces with private hot tubs and decks
- Proceeds support the local community via the Eve Branson Foundation
- Views of Mount Toubkal that look like a CGI backdrop they're so perfect
სწრაფი გადახედვა: It’s a Disney-level production of 'Authentic Morocco'—flawless and magical, but you're definitely in a billionaire's bubble, not a backpacker's reality.
გადამოწმებული @riadlovers-ის მიერ: I felt like actual royalty walking through these archways. The moment I stepped onto the terrace and saw the Atlas Mountains towering over the pool, I knew the long drive from Marrakech was 100% worth it. It’s pure magic.
აქ დაყოვნებული სტუმრი ამბობს
Reality check
You're paying a premium for the Branson name; the food is good but maybe not 'Michelin star' good despite the cost.
- You want 'soft adventure'—hiking by day, heated infinity pool by night
- You appreciate high-end sustainable tourism that actually hires locals
- You need absolute silence (unless you pick a tent near the frogs)
სუფთობა და მოვლა
9.9
- Housekeeping: Flawless. Twice-daily service with turndown gifts (like face cream or dried fruit).
- Bathroom hygiene: Immaculate. Tadelakt (polished plaster) surfaces are kept spotless.
- Maintenance: Freshly renovated post-earthquake. Everything is brand new or restored to perfection.
- Linens & towels: Plush, heavy, and crisp. Frette Italian sheets in suites.
- Odors & scents: Scent of woodsmoke, roses, and crisp mountain air. No mustiness.
ძილის ხარისხი
8.5ჩუმი
0-4ხმამაღალი
4-7.5საშუალო
7.5-10ჩუმი
- River rushing sounds (white noise)
- Frogs near the pond (seasonal)
- Morning call to prayer from the valley (distant)
დაჯავშნამდე
სასარგებლო
- The hotel was fully restored and reopened in Oct 2024 after the earthquake
- All minibar contents (including alcohol) are usually complimentary
- You get to keep the leather babouches (slippers) provided in your room
რა გადაიტანოთ
- Layers—mountain air gets chilly at night even in summer
- Sturdy hiking boots if you plan to trek (paths are rocky)
- Modest clothing for visiting local villages (cover shoulders/knees)
ოთახის გენი
საუკეთესო არჩევანი
- Room 26 'Asarar' for maximum seclusion and direct valley views
- Berber Tents with private hot tubs for the full 'glamping' experience
- Room 21 for a special view of the snow-capped peaks
თავიდან აცილებული ოთახები
- Standard rooms in the main building if you want private outdoor space (some terraces are shared or small)
- Tents closest to the pond if you are a light sleeper sensitive to frog noise
ოთახის მოთხოვნის გენი – დააკოპირე და ჩასვი
“I'd love to request Room 26 (Asarar) or a similar secluded room with a private terrace facing the valley. If booking a tent, please place us away from the pond to minimize frog noise at night.”
ხშირი კითხვები და დამალული რჩევები
ყველაფერი, რაც ნამდვილად უნდა იცოდე ჯავშნამდე.
Is it safe after the earthquake?
Yes, the main building was fully restored and reinforced, reopening in late 2024 with new additions.
Can I visit just for lunch?
Yes, but you must book in advance. Security at the gate will not let you in without a reservation.
Is alcohol served?
Yes, fully stocked bars and wine cellars are available, unlike some dry hotels in Morocco.
How far is it from Marrakech?
About 45-60 minutes by car. The hotel can arrange private transfers.
Are kids allowed?
Yes, 'Kasbah Kids' programs are available, but the vibe is generally quiet and adult-oriented.
Is the pool heated?
Yes, the outdoor infinity pool is heated to a comfortable 28°C (82°F) year-round.
შიდა რჩევები
- ✨
Ask for a tour of the Eve Branson Foundation workshops nearby to see where the hotel's crafts are made.
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The 'Berber Feast' night is worth it for the atmosphere, even if you usually skip hotel buffets.
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Don't buy a rug in Marrakech before you see the ones woven by locals right here—prices are fair and go to the maker.
5 რამ, რაც უნდა იცოდე სანამ წახვალ
💡The 'white label' toiletries are actually high-end local artisanal blends (argan/black soap), not generic factory goop.
💡You might spot Richard Branson himself; he visits frequently and mingles with guests.
💡The road up to the hotel is steep and winding; if you get motion sickness, prep accordingly.
💡There is an outdoor cinema setup for movie nights under the stars.
💡The 'Asayss' restaurant offers a more relaxed, communal vibe than the formal Kanoun dining room.
ადგილობრივი სახელმძღვანელი
რუკა
ნახეთ, სად მდებარეობს Kasbah Tamadot და რა არის მის გარშემო.