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La Sultana MarrakechvsHotel Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial
Both properties are recommended by writers. On balance, La Sultana Marrakech scores significantly better than Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial. La Sultana Marrakech is ranked #4 in Marrakech with accolades from 10 reviews such as The Telegraph, Afar Magazine and DK Eyewitness.
La Sultana Marrakech
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403 rue de la kasbah, Kasbah - Medina, Marrakech 40 000, Morocco
From $341/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
"This is one of the largest and most luxurious riads in the medina." Full review
"There's a certain over-the-top charm to this series of five luxurious riads of palatial proportions." Full review
"The Sultana hasn't forsaken the razzle-dazzle of its Moroccan roots in favour of restrained glamour." Full review
"This luxury hotel is discreetly hidden off a court beside the Saadian Tombs. The interiors, a riot of Asian and African styles, are a complete contrast."
"For those who can’t decide between a riad, a five-star or a boutique hotel, this is an extremely stylish blend of all three: riad style, boutique personal attention and five-star facilities."
"Luxury and sophistication collide in this stunning example of a traditional riad built within the past decade." Full review
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A whirlpool, sauna and outdoor heated pool also provide recreational solace, but many guests choose simply to read a book in the padded chaises longues while listening to the sounds of nature echo through the palace.
Luxury
"A collection of five riads combinedto create a 28-room luxury hotel with an intimate spa, a roof top restaurant with panoramic views of Marrakech." Full review
"La Sultana, set against the flamingo-dotted Oualidia lagoon, has 11 rooms and suites that showcase Moroccan craftsmanship with marble floors, terra-cotta tile work, and sandstone ceilings." Full review
"Design aficionados will appreciate the elegant details at this boutique hotel."
8.0
"Luxury and a sense of history are the hallmarks of La Sultana." Full review
Hotel Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Star Service
Oyster
Rue Harroun Errachid, Hivernage, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
From $198/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
"The 207-room Sofitel boasts less offensive architecture, brighter rooms and is closer to the medina."
"This chain hotel is not up to Western five-star standards, but it isn’t too bad as package hotels go."
"Located in the city center, with a view of the surrounding Atlas Mountains, this hotel combines the charm and romance of A Thousand and One Nights with modern conveniences and a trendy environment." Full review
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Those with difficulty walking should request a room near the entrance.
Luxury
"There are 183 rooms and suites, each of which comes with king-size beds, flat-screen TVs, elegant decor, and spacious marble bathrooms." Full review