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title: "La Mamounia Luxury Hotel in Marrakech, Morocco"
description: "The luxury hotel ‘La Mamounia’ is located at a short walk from Marrakech’s city centre. It is said to offer one of Africa’s most atmospheric spa & wellness setups. Next time around I should free up some more time in order to check with my own eyes ;-)"
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# La Mamounia Luxury Hotel in Marrakech, Morocco

> La Mamounia is one of Africa's most luxurious hotels, located a short walk from Marrakech's city centre, renowned for its art deco and Moorish décor and a world-ranked spa.

## Destination
Marrakech, Morocco, within short walking distance of the city centre.

## What to see
- **Art Deco and Moorish Interior** — Designed by Jacques Garcia, featuring dark décor, atmospheric lighting, fresh callas, and varied room-type lobby displays.
- **Spa & Wellness** — Voted number one out of the world's top 25 spas by Condé Nast Traveller readers; described as one of Africa's most atmospheric spa setups.

## Good to know
La Mamounia was named Best Hotel for Service in Africa, Middle East & Indian Ocean by Condé Nast for 2011. The author stayed at the nearby Palmeraie Golf Palace and did not personally review the rooms or spa.