Location. The Hotel Les Jardins de La Koutoubia lies in the centre of Marrakech, Morocco, 200 metres from the 12th century Koutoubia Mosque and 300 metres from the lively main square, Place Djemaa el Fna.
Hotel Features. The Jardins de la Koutoubia is a three storey hotel built in pink marble in the style of a traditional Moroccan palace. The courtyard features palm trees and an outdoor swimming pool complete with a sun terrace and a poolside bar. Spa facilities at the hotel comprise eight massage treatment rooms, three traditional Moroccan steam rooms and an indoor swimming pool. The hotel also offers a fitness suite. The hotels air conditioned public areas offer wireless Internet access. Staff at the 24 hour front desk can provide around the clock room service, exchange currency and advise on Marrakechs sights and attractions. Motorists will find garage parking on site.
The Relais de Paris serves French food in a contemporary setting with soft lighting. The brasserie style Restaurant Koutoubia offers Mediterranean dishes and Restaurant Morocain offers authentic Moroccan food in a traditional North African setting. Les Jardins de Ball offers food from India and Asia in a Far Eastern setting that opens onto a rooftop terrace with views of Koutoubia Mosque and the Marrakech skyline.
The hotel offers conference and meeting facilities.
Guestrooms. The modern decor of the 112 guestrooms is complemented by traditional Moroccan decor and furnishings, including cushions and rugs. All are equipped with satellite television, wireless Internet access, ceiling fans, minibars and safes. Bathrooms offer tubs, showers, robes and slippers. In room massage is available.
Expert Tip. Djemaa el Fna Square, 300 metres from the hotel, offers a lively theatrical experience, complete with snake charmers, dancers, acrobats and magicians. Its also a great place to try authentic Moroccan food, cooked in the open.
Rates:
234 - 542 EUR
Number Of Rooms: 73
Number Of Floors: 3
Check In Time: 1400
Check Out Time: 1200
Les Jardins De La Koutoubia
26 Rue De La Koutoubia
Marrakech, Morocco 40000
Driving Directions:
From Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK):
Distance to Hotel Les Jardins de La Koutoubia is 9 kilometres, approximately 15 minutes drive.
Getting there. Two types of taxi are available at the airport: shared taxis (Grands Taxis) can seat six people, and private cabs (Petits Taxis) are for up to three passengers. The fare to the city centre should be approximately 50 60 MAD, and should be agreed in advance. The number 11 bus runs every 20 30 minutes to Djemma El Fnaa square in the city centre. Services can be unreliable. The fare for a single journey is about 3 MAD. Prices are all subject to change.
Getting around. Marrakech city centre is best explored by foot, as cars are unable to reach many of the narrow lanes in the Medina. Sand coloured Petits Taxis can be used for short trips, and Grand Taxis are ideal for trips further afield. Horse drawn carriages are a good way to travel around Marrakech, but the price should be agreed before travelling. Buses are regular and inexpensive, but can be overcrowded.