We stayed at La Mamounia, courtesy of my employer, so the cost wasn't an issue. Had we paid, I believe our perception might have been different. Anyway, we had a fantastic time. Our room was very comfortable, the gardens were lovely and the food was OK, but nothing exceptional. Generally, the staff were helpful and friendly, but the door staff... more

I am sure if i visited this hotel 40 years ago it would have been exactly the same. Of all the places in the world i have stayed i found this the strangest. Guests dressing up for breakfast,lunch, afternoon tea and then obviously only a jacket and tie would do for your evening meal! After your evening meal you went... more

The location and room could not have been better. The desk staff were kind enough to arrange a private guided tour to the Atlas mountains and a second day of local private sightseeing. The downside-We repeatedly asked about breakfast and were told we were too late! for breakfast. This was impossible to believe unless we were supposed to go down... more

We stayed at La Mamounia for 4 nights in March 2006. We chose it for its historical reputation and although it now has a corporate feel to it, we were not disappointed. The room was lovely, with a view of Kotoubia mosque (although a bit noisy facing the road). spotlessly clean as was the bathroom. We enjoyed breakfast, indoors, it... more

La Mamounia is the ideal hotel if you enjoy dated decor, fusty bedrooms and being ripped off in each of the sad, shabby bars and restaurants! Compliments aside, there is always the spectacle of watching the local sparrows plunging their dirty little beaks into the milk jugs on the breakfast tables before you've had your cornflakes, to get the day... more

It all started out so well. Beautiful gardens, impressive reception, luxurious restaurants. Then we were shown our room. Obviously the carpet, curtains and bed linen were to celebrate Churchill's arrival! First tip - pay the extra for a pool view room. Our superior North side had no view, even grilles to prevent you seeing the eyesore of the reception roofing... more

Every time I think of Morocco, I think... “Boy, is hot there in September!” Actually what I really reminisce about is the very enjoyable stay I had at La Mamounia. We decided we wanted to stay at La Mamounia for historical reasons. I'm a big fan of Winston Churchill, and we had just been in London for week which included... more

La Mamounia is unique in Marrakech, it has enormous grounds with a beautiful garden, many restaurants (the Moroccan one is fantastic, as is the old school cocktail bar). The hotel is in need of a renovation, but it still has plenty of charm. Don't expect state of the art (you're in Morrocco after all), but do expect a grand hotel... more

Many reviews of this hotel focus on the price and how expensive everything is from the food to the price of the rooms. Yes - it is expensive. No - you do not have to stay there. For anyone who is watching the pennies I would advise seriously to give this place a wide berth. For those lucky enough not... more