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Bab Ourika
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Where:
- Why:A quick escape from the madness of Marrakesh.
- When:September 2014
- Who:Just me.
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Sundowners.
The hallways…beautifully simple design.
Chair obsession.
So cosy.
The entrance to my bedroom.
Homemade lemonade on these shady lounges…yes please.
Valley views.
The beautiful lavender-filled garden.
The pool.
Rock the Kasbah – it will blow your mind.
Highs & Lows
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The stunning hilltop setting and breathtaking beauty of its surrounds.
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Complete calm and serenity…shady garden lounges and hidden Kasbah corners offer ultimate relaxation.
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Spectacular sunsets and endless starry skies.
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Great hiking opportunities.
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Admirable eco-credentials. Supportive of local Berber villages.
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Incredibly friendly and hospitable staff.
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Somewhat isolated, so no chance of dining elsewhere (but I was more than happy staying in).
Important Bits
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Type
A luxury mountain kasbah.
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Vibe
Calm, peaceful, eco-friendly mountain vibes.
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Location
Blissfully off the grid, but still only 45 minutes from the heart of Marrakesh.
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Rooms
15 rooms in the main building, 6 rooms in the garden, and a new pool suite next to the vegetable garden (with private infinity pool). All rooms have views of the Atlas Mountains and the Ourika Valley.
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Music
Didn’t really notice.
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Year Opened
2009
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Designed By
Interior designer, Romain Michel-Ménière.
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Health & Wellness
Yes, a secluded pool and small haman for spa treatments.
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Restaurant
Yes, one of the highlights. Daily changing modern-Moroccan menu using local and organic ingredients from the Kasbah’s own veggie garden.
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Bar
Yes
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Minibar
No
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Children
Skip the children, better here without.
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Price
Worth every dirham.
- Website
Hit the local markets
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Explore the valley
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Mountain Activities
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Bab Ourika
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In the Area
Hotel Location Ourika valley, Tnine Ourika, Morocco