Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces today the opening of the Park Hyatt Marrakech, which marks the debut of the Park Hyatt brand in Morocco and strengthens the brand’s presence in Africa, alongside the Park Hyatt Zanzibar and the next Park Hyatt Johannesburg, scheduled for 2025. Ideally located about 9 miles (15 kilometers) from the historic medina district of Marrakech, the 19-acre (7.5 acres) complex is located in an exquisite and secluded location at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. Surrounded by palm trees, olive trees and jacarandas, the Park Hyatt Marrakech is located next to the magnificent Al Maaden Golf Complex, offering its guests exclusive access to the 18-hole course.
The Park Hyatt Marrakech distinguishes itself from other opulence hotels on the market by a resolutely welcoming, modern and elegant interpretation of the Arab-Berber heritage. The hotel invites travelers from all over the world to discover the splendor of Marrakech and Morocco in general, promoting sensory enrichment through carefully selected points of contact, including authentic Design and a focus on the environment, contrasting with contemporary art, world gastronomy and the latest advances in personalized well-being.
Composed of 16 Pavilions arranged around a central zeolite courtyard, the Park Hyatt Marrakech embodies the personalized and discreet opulence of the world brand with unexpected and hyperlocal experiences for guests -from breakfast in a hot air balloon in the three Atlas Valleys to dinner in a Bedouin tent in the Agafay desert, including transfers
Contemporary design inspired by Moroccan aesthetics
The famous architect Imaad Rahmouni from Marrakech was inspired by Arab-Berber traditions to create a luxurious contemporary design for the Park Hyatt Marrakech. The design cleverly balances the modern conveniences of the house while preserving the rich traditions of the destination in terms of craftsmanship and materiality.The design deliberately emphasizes the surrounding panoramas as an extension of its interiors. From the large lobby window to the Spa treatment and relaxation rooms and the sun loungers by the main pool, there is a breathtaking and picturesque view of the majestic Atlas Mountains and Mount Toubkal.
The 130 warmly inspired rooms and suites are among the most spacious in Marrakech, promising privacy and tranquility with Moroccan touches. Each room has traditional woven Berber carpets in pure wool and headboards depicting the Tataoui pattern (a local roofing technique made of laurel branches), as well as modern works of art from the Ifitry artists’ residence.
Thanks to an exclusive collaboration, Ifitry has organized more than 700 paintings and decorative objects especially for the Park Hyatt Marrakech, with artists from Morocco, Senegal, Benin, Spain, France, Italy and Japan. In the lobby, a masterful pendant lamp – composed of almost 600 ceramic pieces handcrafted by the visual artist Mounat Charrat – adorns the ceiling, representing a constellation of meteorites, while two abstract paintings by the Italian artist Gianni Lucchessi contrast with the surrounding wall panels in raw earth.
Drink and eat
The Park Hyatt Marrakech offers a variety of authentic and globally inspired dining options on the premises of the hotel, reflecting the gastronomic and drink expertise of the brand. These include TFAYA, an Arabesque brasserie where the famous Moroccan chef Issam Rhachi presents typical dishes with an avant-garde approach, such as Mechoui with lobster in a Marinade with black garlic, pickled lemon, Saffron, cumin and smoked Paprika. The Pavilion offers a light menu all day long to be enjoyed under the shaded pergolas of the Terrace or on a sun lounger by the pool. You can also relax surrounded by beautiful fireplaces and shelves in the living room, a social area characteristic of Park Hyatt hotels to enjoy a Moroccan mint tea or old-fashioned fennel, accompanied by Tangia Gyoza beef from the Tapas menu.
Well-being
A haven of peace, in addition to convenient access to the golf course, the hotel’s huge 23,000-square-meter (2,200-square-meter) Spa is a temple of tranquility and an ode to the Moroccan culture of Hammam rituals and holistic therapies. With products from Sodashi, a brand handcrafted in Australia from the purest natural ingredients, and Nektarom, a complete range of high-quality natural products from the Moroccan Tradition, the Spa’s professional team can recommend personalized treatments tailored to each individual-from a Hammam escape to exfoliate to a muscle massage In addition to a hair salon, guests can track their fitness goals at the 2,153 square foot (200 square feet) fitness center and Yoga Studio. The vast complex also includes a heated outdoor swimming pool (154 feet / 47 meters). a family outdoor swimming pool (148 feet / 45 meters); and a heated indoor swimming pool (66 feet / 20 meters) under a vaulted ceiling, each offering a unique view of the valley and the mountains.