9 Best Marrakech Hotels with Hammams for a Pampering Stay

Looking for the best Marrakech hotels with hammams? Discover 9 incredible places to stay in the “Red City” where you can experience this traditional Moroccan bathing ritual in style.

The hammam is a centuries-old tradition deeply ingrained in Moroccan culture and is far more than just a simple bathing ritual. In my opinion, it is a transformative experience that nourishes both the body and the soul.

For Moroccans, the hammam is a place to connect with friends, to reflect before Friday prayers and to catch up on all the latest news about who’s marrying who. 

Not only is the hammam an essential part of Moroccan culture but a must-try experience for any visitor to Marrakech. There are both local neighbourhood hammams and private hammams found in many of the city’s upscale hotels.

They offer completely different experiences (you can learn more here), so I’d highly recommend you try both if time allows. 

Compared to public hammams, those at Marrakech hotels offer a more luxurious, spa-like experience. They come with private treatment rooms and have a tranquil atmosphere (there are no kids splashing around here!).

While some are accessible to non-guests, it’s wise to choose a Marrakech hotel or riad with an in-house hammam if it’s something you want to do. This means that at the end of your session, you can easily wander back to your suite fully robed. No need to disrupt your state of bliss by being launched back into the chaos of the medina. 

In this article, I’ll highlight 9 of the best Marrakech hotels with hammams, including indulgent 5-star experiences and more affordable riad options. 

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What can I expect at a hotel hammam in Morocco?

For a detailed explanation of the difference between a local neighbourhood hammam and a luxury hotel spa, check out my article What to Expect at a Moroccan Hammam. For a brief breakdown, keep reading below!

At Marrakech hotel spas, the hammam ritual is usually a multi-step process that leaves the body feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and relaxed. First, you’ll lie down on a heated slab in a humid room, allowing your pores to open up.

Attendants will then gently slosh warm water infused with aromatic oils and essences all over your body, preparing it for the deep cleansing to come. 

Next, a thick, black olive oil-based soap is applied. Despite its lack of lather, works to thoroughly purge dirt and impurities from the skin. After letting the soap soak in for about 15 minutes, you’ll be vigorously scrubbed down with a loofah-like kessa glove. This is designed to remove layers of dead skin and leave you feeling silky smooth. 

To cap off the experience, a nourishing natural clay called ghassoul, harvested from the nearby Atlas Mountains, is lathered all over the body. This is followed by a final rinse.

The end result is skin that is baby-soft and glowing – you will never feel cleaner in your life! Many choose to extend the pampering by opting for a soothing massage following the hammam ritual.

Royal Mansour Marrakech

Best ultra-luxurious hotel in Marrakech with hammam

Tucked away within the opulent confines of the Royal Mansour lies what is undoubtedly one of the best hammams in Marrakech. From the moment you step into this sumptuous oasis, you are enveloped in an atmosphere of unparalleled luxury, surrounded by the soothing sound of cascading water. 

Within the marble-floored chamber of the Royal Mansour’s hammam, you’ll be pampered using only the best products Morocco has to offer. The signature ghassoul scrub, for instance, is a heavenly blend of rose, basil, chamomile, eucalyptus, lavender and aromatic argan that exfoliates and nourishes the skin to perfection.

“True Moroccan hospitality at one of the finest hotels. Royal Mansour is the epitome of luxury.” – Sheryl (read more reviews here)

Feeling inspired to splurge on a luxury stay in Marrakech? Discover 5 of the best 5-star hotels in the city here.

Four Seasons Marrakech

Best luxury resort in Marrakech with hammam

The luxurious spa at the Four Seasons Marrakech is housed in its own standalone building, surrounded by enchanting gardens.

Embracing the traditional Moroccan hammam experience, the spa features separate bathing areas for men and women. Each is outfitted with a rejuvenating sauna, a soothing steam room and an authentic hammam chamber.

If you prefer to experience the hammam with your partner, there’s also a private hammam suite for couples. Additionally, the Four Seasons Marrakech also boasts a circular cold plunge pool and a jacuzzi. 

All in all, this is definitely one of the best Marrakech hotels with a hammam!

“Graciousness and exceptional levels of service and hospitality.” – Sohrab (read more reviews here)

Le Farnatchi

Best luxury boutique hotel in Marrakech with hammam

Not only is Le Farnatchi one of the best luxury boutique hotels in Marrakech. It’s also home to an award-winning spa. Its private marble hammams feature vaulted ceilings and soothing treatment rooms arranged around a glass-covered central patio. Each is outfitted with their own shower facilities.

What sets Le Farnatchi’s spa apart is its commitment to using only the finest, locally sourced Moroccan beauty products. The hotel has curated partnerships with two of the country’s top brands, Nectarome and Botanika Marrakech, ensuring you enjoy an authentically local but high-end experience. 

“This riad is so luxurious without being the least bit pretentious.” – Jonathan (read more reviews here)

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La Mamounia

Most Instagrammable hotel spa in Marrakech

Spanning 2,500 square metres, the spectacular spa at La Mamounia definitely boasts one of the best hammams in Marrakech. It combines Arab-Andalusian and Amazigh architectural elements in its design, with the combination of water, marble and light making it really Instagrammable.

The subdued lighting within La Mamounia’s hammam casts a warm, ethereal glow, while the gentle murmur of running water is instantly soothing. Aside from traditional bathing rituals, guests can indulge in a range of pampering treatments, from massages to body scrubs.

“Luxurious experience from start to finish.” – Ghulam (read more reviews here)

Ksar Char Bagh

Best luxury hotel with hammam near Marrakech

Surrounded by a palmeraie on the outskirts of Marrakech, this luxurious hotel exudes the grandeur of a 14th-century Moorish palace. Framed by striking Romanesque arches that give way to a palm-tree-lined pool, there’s an air of Ottoman opulence to its design.

For me, the allure of Ksar Char-Bagh lies in its world-class spa facilities, at the heart of which is a majestic hammam adorned in red marble. The spa also offers a comprehensive menu of personalised massages and beauty treatments, utilising carefully curated blends of essential oils.

“Relaxing, peaceful and luxurious trip on the outskirts of Marrakech.” – Millicent (read more reviews here)

Ambre Epices Medina Riad

Best mid-range Marrakech riad with hammam 

Housed within the walls of a former spice merchant’s abode is this highly rated Marrakech riad. It features just six guest rooms named after stops along the legendary Spice Route.

Beyond the inviting accommodations, Ambre Epices Medina Riad boasts a wealth of indulgent amenities to soothe the senses.

An undisputed highlight is the traditional hammam where guests can indulge in a time-honoured cleansing ritual. At the end of a long day of sightseeing, you can relax in the jacuzzi or take a dip in the heated swimming pool of this boutique Marrakech hotel.

“The best accommodation I’ve ever booked….It scores 100% at all levels.” – Fatima (read more reviews here)

Riad Olema & Spa

Best mid-range Marrakech riad with spa

Riad Olema & Spa blends the ambiance of a traditional Moroccan riad with the services and amenities of a boutique hotel. A highlight, of course, is the intimate Spa Ô. At this dedicated wellbeing sanctuary, you can indulge in a range of pampering treatments.

Not only can you book in for a soothing hammam session but also a revitalising massage using essential oils from Nectarome and Les Sens de Marrakech. Elevate your experience with a face therapy or treat yourself to a luxurious manicure or pedicure. All within the serene and tranquil confines of this hidden oasis.

“Great place to stay, very peaceful and quiet.” – Andrew (read more reviews here)

Dar Les Cigognes

Best Marrakech hotel with hammam near Royal Palace

For centuries, a discreet door opposite the gates to Marrakech’s Royal Palace concealed the entrance to a merchant’s private residence. Today, under the guidance of architect Charles Boccara, it has been transformed into Dar Les Cigognes.

This boutique Marrakech hotel is home to one of the city’s most renowned spas, which offers a wide range of beauty treatments and traditional henna tattoos. At the hammam, you can experience an invigorating gommage (exfoliating scrub), followed by a massage by one of Dar Les Cigognes’ highly experienced therapists. 

“Lovely people in a beautiful place. We felt spoiled.” – Marc (read more reviews here)

Discover more inspiring riads in the Marrakech medina here.

Riyad El Cadi

Best affordable Marrakech riad with hammam

As you wander through the winding courtyards, staircases and corridors that connect the seven historic houses of Riyad El Cadi, it’s easy to be transported back in time. Throughout the property, you’ll find an abundance of fine antiques and ornate ceramics that further accentuate the property’s authenticity.

This boutique Marrakech riad also provides guests with the opportunity to indulge in Morocco’s long-standing wellness rituals. At the hotel’s hammam, you can treat yourself to a black soap scrub and a detoxifying ghassoul clay body mask. This is followed by a soothing massage using products infused with the nourishing properties of argan oil.

“This riad offers a superb introduction to Marrakech and provides a welcome and peaceful retreat at the end of the day.” – Christian (read more reviews here)

For more affordable Marrakech riads, check out my list featuring 9 of the best here.

About Me

I’m Malika, a global traveller who first visited Morocco in 2014 before marrying a local and settling down in a little village on the Atlantic coast. Over the years, I’ve developed an intense love for Morocco, its incredible landscapes, storied cities and the exceptionally generous hospitality of its people.

Malika in Morocco is a place to share my years of experience exploring the country, from north to south and from the Atlantic Ocean to the Sahara Desert. As a resource for travellers visiting Morocco, I want to encourage others to experience this captivating destination the way they desire, whether that’s independently or under the expert guidance of local tour operators.

I believe strongly in supporting responsible and sustainable tourism initiatives while inspiring travel experiences that are life-impacting and mutually beneficial for both travellers and locals.