Within only one hours drive you can escape the intense heat and chaos of Marrakech to the beautiful Ourika Valley foothills and onto the soaring snow-capped peaks of the Atlas Mountains, which make for a spectacular backdrop for the city of Marrakech. Passing through rustic Berber villages, gain a glimpse into the traditional way of life in Marrakech’s outlying rural regions. For the perfect escape, spend a night or two in a stunning mountain resort where these are a few of our favourites:
1. Bab Ourika - Set within a mountain ridge overlooking the Ourika Valley and the Atlas Mountain’s snow-capped peaks, experience a taste of life in a traditional yet luxurious kasbah. The flower-filled red clay terraces and courtyards are a wonderful place to relax while taking in the fresh mountain air. More Information
2. Kasbah du Toubkal - Despite being one of the first mountain resorts in the outskirts of Marrakech, this former home of a local fuedal chieftain is still one of the most popular mountain escapes in Marrakech. Overlooking the highest peaks in the Atlas Mountains (along with waterfalls, forests and Berber villages), this award-winning eco-retreat is one of the most romantic settings in Marrakech. More Information
