Les Jardins de la Medina
Les Jardins de la Medina - Briefly
Previously a princely 19th Century residence, Les Jardins de la Medina is a beautiful Marrakech Riad, combining wonderfully traditional decoration with modern amenities for luxurious comfort. It is in a quiet part of the old Kasbah quarter of the Medina, its high walls hiding the large, lush gardens filled with ancient palm trees, orange, olive and jacaranda trees. The staff are attentive yet unobtrusive, the service impeccable, the food delicious and ambience relaxing and refreshing, and all a mere 20 minutes from the De Jemma el Fna square.
Les Jardins de la Medina - Completely
This charming boutique hotel deep in the historical heart of Marrakech has all you could ask for a perfect break away; shady gardens and terraces, swimming pool, gorgeous Hammam and spa, traditional and fine dining, cookery school to teach you traditional techniques and recipes, and welcoming and friendly staff who are eager to help in any way they can. The traditional architecture and warm Moroccan service blends harmoniously with the refinement and comforts of the 21st Century, leaving you feeling refreshed, pampered and longing to return.
Show/Hide full description- 36 en-suite rooms and suites with air conditioning, heating, phone, safe, mini-bar, TV, DVD, Wi-fi
- 2 of the ground floor rooms are adapted for wheelchair use
- Garden
- Courtyard patios
- Roof terraces
- Lift access to 1st floor and terrace
- Heated pool
- Restaurant
- Cookery school
- Fitness room
- Hammam
- Massage
- Spa
- Solarium
- Media centre (with TV, Wii and free family DVD’s available to borrow)
- Laundry service
- Baby-sitting service available on request
- Boutique
- Secured parking under the hotel
- 20 minute walk from main square and souks
- 15 minutes from Marrakech airport
Rooms and Suites
All of the rooms and suites are scattered discreetly around the vast garden and courtyards, with views of the traditional fountain or beautiful garden, and furnished with a fireplace or a balcony, terrace or solarium.
The hotel has 36 rooms and suites, divided into three main categories: "Comfort", "Superior", and "Privilege". There are two types of Privilege rooms - "Solarium" and "Sultanes".
Comfort rooms
Exactly as they sound - comfortable! Smaller that the other rooms, they do not have any private outside space, but are still large enough to fit an extra bed for a family.
Superior Rooms
Opening mainly onto the garden, these charming rooms are ideal for couples with children, some have a balcony or terrace. On arrival you will have complimentary mineral water and a plate of seasonal fruit to welcome you in your room.
Privilege "Les Solarium!
Ideal for couples, these rooms have quintessential charm and intimacy. They are very light and airy, and open onto a small pergola ideal for breakfast. A staircase leads to a large private terrace with magnificent views over the garden. To welcome you to your room you will be provided with a bouquet of flowers, mineral water and a plate of fresh fruit on arrival.
Privilege "Les Sultanes"
Bright and spacious with a terrace offering a beautiful view over the garden, these rooms are large enough for a family, and some have a fireplace. A bouquet of flowers, seasonal fruit platter, Moroccan pastries and a bottle of Moroccan wine will be in your room on arrival. During the stay, mineral water and a "sun basket" (basket with towel and sun hat) are available to you.
Hammam and Spa
Les Jardins de la Medina have a wonderfully traditional Hammam, offering a range of rituals using only the best 100% natural oils and products. The oriental spa with dedicated, fully trained therapists provides massage and beauty treatments designed to leave you feeling relaxed and revitalised.
Gym
There is also a well-equipped fitness room available to all guests, with treadmill, rowing machine, bike, stepper and weights, with a wonderful view over the garden.
The Cookery school
Les Jardins de la Medina have a wonderful cookery school where you can learn to create authentic dishes. The Chef, Sanaa and her assistant Karima will guide you through the selection of produce, the mixing of spices, and traditional cooking methods, passing on their ancestral knowledge and secrets. You can choose to have a cooking demonstration as a spectator, a cooking class where you will create your own dishes, or a full blown cookery course.
Teaching takes place on one of the terraces of the hotel in a beautiful carved wooden arbour, and while discovering the Moroccan culinary tradition, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the hotel gardens, rooftops of ochre and red walls of the old imperial city.
The Restaurant
The restaurant at Les Jardins de la Medina is situated in the old reception room of the Riad beside the pool, with an impressive high, carved cedar wood ceiling. Offering traditional Moroccan fare with an eastern twist, the cuisine will capture you imagination as well as your taste buds!
Brunch
Brunch can be enjoyed on the pool terrace overlooking the gardens of this charming authentic Riad in the form of a magnificent buffet with a variety of dishes both traditional and modern.
Moroccan Night
Every Friday there is a Moroccan dinner with traditional entertainment. The hotel offers a menu designed around regional specialties and Moroccan music. Amid soft candlelight, enjoy a delicious tagine listening to a musician playing the Oud, (Andalusian mandolin).
The Manager's Reception
Once a week, the Manager invites all guests to a welcome cocktail. Under the old palm trees, next to the illuminated pool you will have the opportunity to taste a good wine or sample a "Jardins de la Medina” Moroccan cocktail - full of vitamins! It's a lovely way to meet the other guests and get acquainted, and to meet the "management" of the hotel in a warm and relaxed atmosphere.
Les Jardins de la Medina – Comfort room – Bed and breakfast basis
The price shown above is based on two people sharing a room, and includes airport transfers on arrival and departure. If you have asked for flights to be included, the price shown is based on Royal Air Maroc flights. It may be cheaper using one of the low-cost airlines - please call our dedicated sales team for further details.
Supplement prices to upgrade your room
Superior room – for 2 people FROM £14 per person per night
Superior room – for 3 people FROM £5 per person per night
Privelidge “Les Solarium” – for 2 people FROM £26 per person per night
Privelege “Les Sultanes” – for 2 people FROM £34 per person per night
Privelege “Les Sultanes” – for 3 people FROM £22 per person per night
Summer 2012 - Special Offer
Stay between 29th June and 3rd of August for 3 or more nights and received:
- 15% discount
- Mint tea with fruit of the desert on arrival
- One Moroccan dinner per person (excluding drinks)
- Single supplement available on request
- Children under 2 years old stay free of charge
- Prices for children aged 2 – 12 years on request
- Minimum 3 consecutive nights during high season - 9 Apr - 27 May and 22 Oct - 4 Nov
- Minimum 2 nights consecutive nights for the rest of the year
- Minimum 5 night stay over the Christmas and New Year period -25 Dec - 2 Jan
