Akabar Hotel

Location. The Akabar Hotel is located in Marrakech, Morocco, within 500 metres of the city centre, one kilometre of the souks on the main square and five kilometres of Marrakech Menara airport.

Hotel Features. The Akabar Hotel is a modern terracotta-coloured hotel situated in the beautiful Hivernage district of Marrakech. Typically Moroccan, the lobby features polished marble floors, tall pillars and arched windows. The outdoor pool is shaded by palm trees and has a shallow area for children. Staff can arrange room service, express check-in and check-out and concierge services.

The Akabar's richly decorated restaurant Tafoukt opens out onto a terrace and serves Moroccan and French dishes in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Coffee is available in the lobby and the hotel offers a complimentary continental breakfast.

Business services include a business centre.

Guestrooms. There are 50 guestrooms built over four floors all opening out onto balconies. Rooms are decorated in warm colours complimented by North-African style wood furniture and richly coloured soft furnishings. Amenities include kitchenettes, satellite television, minibars and Internet ports (surcharge). Bathrooms include bathrobes and complimentary toiletries.

Expert Tip. For a contrast to the Marrakech hustle and bustle, head for Le Jardin Majorelle. Cool and tranquil, the garden was created by artist Jacques Majorelle and has a huge cactus collection, flowers, an attractive blue villa and turtle-filled streams and ponds.