From the Red City to the coastal White City of Morocco, Chadi Chemaly takes leadership of Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca. Following an extensive 18-year international career in luxury hospitality, Chadi makes his next move and joins Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts as General Manager of Casablanca's urban oasis.
Upscale hotel expected to open in summer 2023 as part of Marina Agadir.
Anticipating the return of tourism to Morocco, with the recent reopening of the country to tourists, the Pestana CR7 Lifestyle Hotels brand arrives in Marrakech. After Madrid and New York, the hotel partnership between Dionísio Pestana and Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates an international 'hat trick' with the soft opening of its new hotel in the "ochre city", the Pestana CR7 Marrakech. Reservations are now available online at Pestana CR7 Marrakech.
Scheduled to open early 2025, the hotel is situated in the heart of Mohammed V Avenue in the historical city center.
On Monday, 11 October, the Moroccan Agency for Tourism Development (SMIT) hosted the Morocco Tourism Investment Day as part of Morocco: Global Investment Hub Week, which took place at the Morocco Pavilion at Expo Dubai 2020, in partnership with Bench, the organiser of the Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF), which is the premier hotel investment conference in Africa.
Ascott is also partnering with one of Morocco's most well-established real estate conglomerates, Chrifi Alaoui Immobilier SARL to launch Citadines Connect Belvedere Casablanca. The property, slated to open in 2023, will mark the first iconic 'Citadines Connect' brand in the MEAT region.
Ascott will introduce its expertise in operating serviced residences to Morocco, entering into a management agreement with Life Square, one of the leading real estate developers in North Africa, to launch its first property in the country: Citadines Racine Casablanca in Q2 of 2022.
Impeccably located in an eco-friendly village, Radisson Blu Resort, Taghazout Bay Surf Village is just steps away from alluring nature and the country's best surf spot, Taghazout, known as Africa's surfing paradise. The resort offers a selection of activities and facilities from a beach volleyball court, a recognized surf academy as well as a shop and Kids' Club. Designed with an integrated and sustainable approach, visitors will be spoiled for choice with the local activities on offer, from surfing and water skiing, to golf and jeep rallies. Guests looking to relax can bask in the local culture and laid-back vibe of the surf village or capture a healthy Moroccan sun-kissed glow on a plush daybed or pool loungers on the sun terrace. Guests can also enjoy the resort's fully equipped gym and spa facilities.
Located adjacent to Radisson Blu Resort, Al Hoceima and its facilities, Radisson Blu Residences, Al Hoceima offers direct access and boasts panoramic ocean, garden and pool views from the terraces of the Apartments and Bungalows, each thoughtfully designed with stylish, handcrafted furniture and a fully equipped kitchenette with a washing machine and induction hob. The resort is a welcoming seaside home base, offering world class service in the mesmerizing coastal region of Al Hoceima, a charming seaside destination with a rich history, well preserved historic buildings, and traditional blue and white houses, drawing from the city's Spanish and Moroccan influences.
Radisson Blu Resort, Saïdia Beach is ideally situated on the beach, alongside the Med-Saïdia Marina and Golf Course, offering 397 spacious and bright rooms and suites with modern designs inspired by authentic Moroccan architecture. Saïdia, also known as the "Blue Pearl" for its crystal blue waters and the country's longest beach, is conveniently close to Oujda Angads, the international airport. Located in the northeast of Morocco, experience the enchanting shores of the Alboran Sea and the mild Mediterranean year-round climate.
Situated on one of the most scenic Mediterranean bays, Radisson Blu Resort, Al Hoceima is surrounded by 64 acres of cedar forest and is ideally located on the Sfiha beachfront. The hotel features 432 luxury rooms and suites with modern decor and breath-taking ocean and garden views. Located just 20 minutes from Al Hoceima's international airport, Cherif Al Idrissi, the resort provides a convenient getaway for all travelers.
The RIU chain and Tikida group have just reopened the Riu Tikida Garden hotel following a complete refurbishment of all its facilities. The presentation of this striking hotel's refurbishment has been months in the waiting, and it is now the most updated and sophisticated option offered by RIU and Tikida in Marrakesh. It also completes the reopening of all their hotels in the country. Its customers can enjoy the excellent service provided by RIU surrounded by completely new facilities.
Morocco is located in North Africa, a lot of its country depends on tourism, and it is the second or third largest industry in Morocco. There are 585 hotel properties in Morocco participating in the Smith Travel Research (STR) data. Oriental Bay Beach Golf & Spa Resort Saidia is the largest hotel in Morocco with 614 rooms followed by Mogador Palace Agdal Marrakech with 610 rooms. Majority of the Moroccan hotels are upscale class, at 34.36%, followed by 17.09% economy class as shown in the pie chart below.
Radisson Hotel Group in partnership with Madaëf are proud to announce the signing of seven Moroccan hotels, of which four will open its doors this month, located in renowned tourist areas, Al Hoceima, Saïdia and Taghazout. The new portfolio consisting of resorts and residences will add over 1600 rooms bringing the Group’s Moroccan portfolio to 10 hotels, fast-tracking its strategy to reach 15 hotels in operation and under development in the country by 2025.
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the debut of its second brand and third hotel in Morocco with the signing of Radisson Hotel Casablanca Gauthier La Citadelle in partnership with Al Hoceinia Hospitality. With construction already underway, the hotel is scheduled to open in 2023 and will consist of 133 guestrooms and suites.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Hyatt Regency Taghazout, representing the third Hyatt-branded hotel in Morocco. The 190-room hotel is located directly at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, and offers breathtaking ocean views from every room. Hyatt Regency Taghazout, a beachside property, caters to business and leisure guests alike with stress-free travel experiences.
IHG has signed agreement with Immohold Hospitality for InterContinental Rabat, kicking off group's ambitious expansion plans in the country.
Royal Mansour Marrakech is thrilled to announce a new era for the palatial all-riad property as a spa destination. Royal Mansour celebrates a decade as a peaceful respite with individual, three-story riads dotted along petal-pink walkways and scented by acres of orange blossoms. The hotel will debut a revitalized spa offering marked by three renowned skincare brands - Intraceuticals, Subtle Energies and Dr. Burgener Switzerland - each known for their innovative techniques, sustainable practices and results-driven treatments. Intraceuticals treatments launched on December 15, 2020 with Subtle Energies and Dr. Burgener Switzerland debuting in March and April 2021, respectively.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has appointed hospitality leader Marcel Thoma as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech. The five-star luxury resort set in 20 hectares of alluring fragrant gardens and olive groves, only minutes from the magical city centre, is
Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) contemporary luxury hotel brand, today announced plans to bring the global brand to Morocco's Atlantic Coast following the signing of an agreement to open Conrad Rabat Arzana.