Commissioned by King Mohammed VI and opened in 2010, Royal Mansour is built as a walled village of 53 private riads rather than a conventional hotel block, connected by underground service tunnels so staff move unseen through the property. Each riad has its own plunge pool or courtyard and rooftop terrace, and dining is led by two restaurants overseen by chef Yannick Alleno.
Royal Mansour stands inside the Medina on Rue Abou Abbas El Sebti, close to the royal palace grounds and a short drive from Jemaa el-Fnaa. Commissioned by King Mohammed VI and opened in 2010, it was built as a walled village of 53 private riads rather than a conventional hotel block, connected below ground by service tunnels so staff move between buildings unseen, an arrangement designed to give every guest the privacy of a standalone house. Each riad has its own plunge pool or courtyard garden, a private rooftop terrace, and multiple floors reached by a spiral staircase, with categories ranging from a Riad with Patio to a Grand Riad spanning three levels. Dining is led by two restaurants overseen by chef Yannick Alleno, including a fine-dining room focused on modern French-Moroccan cooking, backed by an in-riad butler who can arrange private meals on request. The spa occupies a domed pavilion with a large hammam, an extensive treatment menu, and an indoor pool, and the property also has an outdoor pool, helipad access, and 24-hour room service. Service runs on a one butler per riad model, with staff briefed on each guest's preferences before arrival, making the property suited to guests wanting maximum privacy and a business or high-end leisure stay rather than a sociable communal atmosphere.
Room types
- Riad with Patio
- Riad with Pool
- Grand Riad
Amenities
- private riad suites
- spa
- fine dining restaurant
- pool
- hammam
- rooftop terrace
- butler service
- concierge
- helipad
- wifi
- 24-hour room service
Location
Rue Abou Abbas El Sebti, Medina, Marrakesh 40000
31.6247, -7.9917 View on map
Highlights
- 53 private riads built as a walled village, each with its own plunge pool or courtyard and rooftop terrace
- Dedicated butler service for every riad, with staff moving through underground tunnels to preserve privacy
- Two restaurants overseen by chef Yannick Alleno, plus in-riad private dining on request
- Domed spa pavilion with hammam and indoor pool, alongside a separate outdoor pool and helipad access
Tips for visiting
- Request a Riad with Patio for the best value entry point, since all categories include the same butler service
- Arrange in-riad dining or breakfast on the rooftop terrace in advance for full privacy
- The property sits inside the Medina walls near the royal palace, a taxi ride rather than a walk from Jemaa el-Fnaa
- Ask the butler to arrange a private Medina tour, since staff have established routes with local guides