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In the middle of the hustle and bustle of the souks is AL MAHA, a rihad, or private mansion with impeccable rooms and a private rooftop steps away from the marketplaces and local city goers of Marrakech. For some typical cuisine and the best Tajine in town, grab a bite at Dar Rhizlane, with local musicians playing guitar and drums while you dine.
There are many wonders to absorb in the buzzy city of Marrakech, stimulating all five senses. You can smell the handmade argan oil and taste the spices in the food. Be sure to visit the Koutoubia Mosque and pick up some ancient trinkets, colorful Berber rugs and poufs, woven by local female artisan widowers, with gold and silver lamps hanging in markets of the medina and Jemaa El Fna square & the Mellah District. If you follow one of the winding roads within the souk, you can discover a swanky restaurant, Jardins De Lotus, with Art Deco design and Miami vibes, spotlighting an eclectic menu, including many non-Moroccan dishes like ceviche.
One of the most luxurious 5-star hidden gems is La Sultana, a rihad that used to belong to royal families. We stayed in the tiger-suite, themed accordingly, and the decor is dripping in luxury aesthetic and colorful tiles, typical of Moroccan design, boasting its own hammam-like spa and a pool with a view of the open sky.