Kenzi Semiramis, Marrakech, Morocco

Official Rating - 5* - Bed & Breakfast / Half Board

hotel location and address

Bp 525 Rte De Casablanca, Marrakech, Morocco

hotel details

Marrakech is the ancient capital of Morocco which has heaps of bazaars, palaces, museums and mosques. The narrow winding streets and alleyways invite you to explore its charms. It is situated along the mid south-western coastline and plays an important part in the economy of Morocco today. Marrakech is that it tends to be sunny almost all year round with warm summers and mild winters. Whilst here you can visit the Koutoubiya Mosque, Bandiâ Palace, Ben Youssef Madrasa, Saadian Tombs are popular sightseeing attractions. The gardens of Menara are truly beautiful and said to be very romantic and you can visit the Dar Si Saïd Museum to look at some of the artefacts of Morocco.

For business or for pleasure, the Kenzi Semiramis is in an ideal location just outside of the main centre of Marrakech, offering peace and tranquillity and all the services you would expect of a 5 * hotel. There is a shuttle service from the airport to and from the hotel and also a shuttle to nearby Jamma El Fna Square, a marvellous sightseeing stop off.

Facilities at this modern hotel include a spa and wellness centre where guests can enjoy the experience of a traditional Hammam or chill out in the sauna and spa. Free WiFi internet access is available for guests who like to keep on top form with what is going on around the world.

If not out and about sightseeing, guests can chill out around the luxurious swimming pool or for something a bit more strenuous there is always the fitness centre with a variety of equipment at your disposal.

For dining options The La Strada Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine and the L'Oasis Restaurant serves traditional Moroccan cuisine. There is also poolside bar.

Please read on for more information about this exquisite hotel.

accommodation

The hotel offers 198 comfortable rooms, surrounded by splendid exotic gardens. All of the rooms are equipped with satellite, air conditioning (high season), telephone, mini-bar (payable) and an individual safe which guests can rent from reception.

disabled facilities

The hotel and some rooms have been adapted for wheelchair users. Please speak to one of our experienced customer service advisors if you require these facilities

food and beverage

The La Strada Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine and the L'Oasis Restaurant serves traditional Moroccan cuisine. There is also poolside bar.

sports and leisure

Tennis court, fitness centre, solarium, spa & wellness centre, massage, children's playground, billiards, table tennis, canoeing, Turkish/steam bath, hammam, horse riding, outdoor swimming pool. Please note some of these services incur additional local charges.

for children

There is a children's playground

facilities and services

24 hour reception, restaurant, bar, newspapers, garden, terrace, non-smoking rooms, rooms/facilities for disabled guests, lift, express check-in/check-out, safety deposit box, soundproofed rooms, heating, luggage storage, shops in hotel, air conditioning, designated smoking area, tennis court, fitness centre, solarium, spa & wellness centre, massage, children's playground, billiards, table tennis, canoeing, Turkish/steam bath, hammam, horse riding, outdoor swimming pool, room service, meeting/banquet facilities, airport shuttle, business centre, babysitting/child services, laundry, dry cleaning, barber/beauty shop, VIP room facilities, breakfast in the room, ironing service, bridal suite, currency exchange, souvenirs/gift shop, car rental, tour desk, fax/photocopying, ATM/cash machine on site. wi-fi is available in public areas and is free of charge. Free private parking is possible on site.

useful information on distances

The Kenzi Semiramis hotel is approximately 15 kms from Marrakech Airport

family entertainment / recommended places to visit

Enjoy the therapeutic spa

Many locals and tourists alike come to enjoy these hot springs that are around 50oC. The spa is famous for aiding health problems such as skin problems, arthritic conditions, throat and respiratory infections. It is recommended that you remain immersed in the waters for the most beneficial affect. The spa is at Moulay Yacoub on the outskirts of Fez, which is approximately 300 kms distance, so we would recommend a 2 day trip.

Saadian Tombs

The tombs are a popular sightseeing attraction in Marrakech as they were only recently discovered, before the 1stWorld War and they have been restored. There is a mausoleum which contains the entombed Saadi Dynasty people including those of the family of Ahmad al-Mansur. There are 3 rooms inside the tomb, one of which has twelve columns and has the son of the Sultan's tomb which is carved within cedar wood. The Italian marbled graves are spellbinding. In the outside garden there are graves of soldiers and servants who served the Sultan.

Ben Youssef Madrasa

This was an Islamic college and was founded during the period of the Marinid Sultan Abu al-Hassan. It houses some exclusive and delightful artwork, inscriptions and carvings and the dormitory has been ornately carved from marble, cedar and stucco. In its day it probably had as many as 900 students and one of its well known teachers was Mohammed al-Ifrani.

Tour the Museums

Marrakech has an abundance of museums where you can learn about Morocco's history in great detail. Dar Si Saïd Museum, Marrakech Museum, Bert Flint Museum at Maison Tiskiwin and the Islamic Art Museum at the Majorelle Gardens. So as you see, there is plenty of museum hopping you can do in Marrakech.

Take a trip to the Sahara Desert

You can take an organised excursion, hire a 4 x 4 yourself or take acamel ride for a bouncy trip across the sand dunes and into the Sahara Desert. Either way you will find it a thrilling adventure you won't be able to forget.

The Koutoubia Mosque

This mosque is rather unique in that its Minaret is 69 m high, and as you approach it you will see the 4 towers, which were once built in gold so legend says, but now they are copper. It has rooms inside the mosque which are all elaborately decorated.

The Menara Gardens

With views of the Atlas Mountains behind them, the gardens look picturesque just like a picture postcard. There is a small man made pond which have olive trees and orchards around it. There is a small pavilion which was built during the middle ages and was a summer home for sultan Abderrahmane of Morocco. The gardens are very tranquil and serene. Marrakech has no less than 11 public gardens, so you have plenty of opportunity to chill out.