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D-Hotel Maris

(D Maris Bay Datça Peninsula)

Nestled in the hills of the Datça Peninsula, D Maris Bay promises a peaceful oasis in a stunning corner of southern Turkey. The hotel’s idyllic location marks where the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas converge, a remote enclave that guarantees complete seclusion and tranquillity. This diverse setting is like no other, surrounded by a landscape that encompasses volcanic mountain ranges, verdant pine forests and countless small islands.

The result is a palpable sense of calm throughout the collection of intimate rooms and villas. Each accommodation offers a private sanctuary amongst contemporary decor and special touches. Revel in the presence of the divine luxury, private mesmerising sea and mountain views and succumb to the raw beauty of the surroundings. This is all underlined by D Maris Bay’s defining characteristic: warm, generous Mediterranean hospitality.

Guests can live the dream at the Espace Vitalité Chenot in the D Maris Bay. From a diverse range of organically cultivated marine and terrestrial flora, the Chenot Actifs produces exquisite and fragrant products which stimulates the youth and the purity of each guest by elevating the body’s energy balance. With over 40 years of experience and research, these unique products are extracted from floras energy synthesizing structures. Each oil functions to a specific area of the body and consists of eight unique products; Yin, Yang, Relax, Detox, Linfa, Cellulite, Solvant and Regen, under the Chenot Actifs line. These blends are the foundation of the Espace Vitalité treatments which reduce or eliminate the build-up of toxins, blemishes, and muscular tension from excessive stress and fatigue.

Restorative and serene, this luxurious retreat is the ultimate escape where time is endless.

Argos in Cappadocia

Sprawled across the site of an ancient monastery, Argos in Cappadocia is a gateway to another time. The hotel emerges from a 2000-year-old historical network of ancient ruins, caves and underground tunnels, all lovingly restored by visionary owner Gökşin Ilıcalı, and in consultation with master architect Turgut Cansever over a period of 20 years. The result is a country heritage-style retreat that thoroughly represents the spirit of Cappadocia. Perched just above Uçhisar Village, the experience is framed by a spectacular scene of canyons, mountains and the famous ‘fairy chimneys’: a remarkable snapshot of Anatolia’s multifaceted landscape.

In a unique twist, living spaces reveal age-old stone and give the taste of the magic of village life here. Literally carved from caves, imaginative rooms and suites are sprinkled through seven revived mansions and demonstrate an excellency in craftsmanship. Decorative touches, such as Turkish carpets, adorn each space, while artifacts sit cradled in rustic alcoves and capture the essence of this distinct Mediterranean heritage.

Beyond the postcards, the photo opportunities, the souvenirs and the accelerated tours awaits the real Cappadocia, and the best way to discover it is to step into another world and another time. And that’s exactly what Argos in Cappadocia set out to do some years ago: to discover and to reveal for guests the real enchantment of Cappadocia. To create a space that lives and breathes the spectacular sunrises and sunsets, that speaks the language of Mount Erciyes, of rock doves and pigeons, of vineyards and monasteries, and of the vibrant colors of the changing seasons…

Museum Hotel

‘Unique...’ There is no other word that better describes Museum Hotel. Situated in a very special geographic region in Cappadocia, Museum Hotel has been designed and created from a distinctive combination of the land and historical features and ruins, some intact and some beautifully restored to their original glory. The hotel features 30 rooms & suites - each of them exceptional in their own inimitable way. No room can be alike, with each bringing its own special ambiance, contributing to Museum Hotel’s evident character and charm.

Thanks to Museum Hotel’s unique location, guests enjoy an unrivalled panoramic view of the major districts of the region: Avanos, Göreme, Love Valley, Pigeon Valley, Red Valley, and Mt. Erciyes. The special area where Museum Hotel is located consists of many cave and stone houses that are thousands of years old. It is known that Hittites, Persians, and early Christian Romans lived in the now carefully restored caves belonging to Museum Hotel, such as the historical Uchisar Castle.

As you spend your time in Museum Hotel, you’ll begin to notice that, in fact, you’re in a real, living museum. All the rooms, suites, the Lil’a restaurant, the reception, and all the outer spaces are decorated with valuable—and in some cases, priceless—antiques, registered in Nevşehir Museum.

Four Seasons Marrakech

Imagine a place where you can lose yourself in the magic of Marrakech from the comfort of a luxury resort. A place where Moorish gardens surround silvery swimming pools, where jasmine and roses perfume the air, where exotic experiences are part of daily life and where your wish is our pleasure. Imagine Four Seasons Resort Marrakech – where traditional values and contemporary comforts unite.

Welcome to Four Seasons’ 16-hectare (40-acre) Moorish garden sanctuary – perfectly situated between the Red City’s fabled, ancient medina and the cosmopolitan neighbourhoods of the Ville Nouvelle.

Each of its 139 rooms inspires a different experience, from spacious doubles with breathtaking views of the snow-peaked Atlas Mountains, to intimate pavilion suites with private plunge pools. Dining spans from healthy, poolside lunches to lively family-style suppers and Italian haute cuisine. And while the kids let off steam in their very own Kasbah, you can take time out for tennis or yoga.

Mandarin Oriental Marrakech

Lying in 20 hectares of fragrant gardens and olive groves, Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech is a five-star luxury resort only minutes from the city centre. With excellent facilities and world-class dining, it offers the ultimate Moroccan escape.

With the Atlas Mountains as a backdrop and a series of serene ponds as a centrepiece, Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech lies nestled in 20 hectares of olive groves and landscaped gardens, beautifully scented with jasmine, night-blooming cestrum and over 100,000 fragrant roses. Only 10 minutes from the city’s famous Medina, this elegant, contemporary resort feels a world away in terms of serenity, with just 54 luxurious villas and 9 spacious suites, a world-class spa and excellent dining.

La Mamounia

It all began in the 12th century with an oasis sheltered beneath the ramparts of Marrakesh. Six centuries later, Prince Al Mamoun, who received the gardens as a wedding gift from his father, gave it his name. The years passed and, in 1923, the hotel La Mamounia opened its doors, offering a subtle blend of Arabic-Andalusian architecture and Art Deco style. A legend was born…

Since its beginnings, La Mamounia has embodied all the refinement of Morocco – an Oriental atmosphere comprising noble materials crafted with remarkable ancestral know-how, as well as plays of light and perspective, and a harmonious blend of plant and mineral features, all of which combine to create a powerful sensory experience. All of this is enhanced with unobtrusive modern facilities. A beautiful and outwardly simple presentation. La Mamounia superbly combines the Oriental atmosphere of a beautiful Moroccan home with all the comfort of a palace.

Offering a sumptuous setting and an elegantly simple welcome, the hotel is a fine example of Arabic-Andalusian architecture, a showcase for master craftsmanship, and a living testament to an illustrious past.

Royal Mansour Marrakech

The Royal Mansour Marrakech was born out of a vision to create a spectacular masterpiece exceeding the demands of today’s discerning traveller, while reflecting the true essence of Moroccan tradition.

Like the great gates of the imperial cities of Morocco, the monumental entrance is testimony of the local craftsmanship as well as the materials and techniques used; such as the traditional cedar wood, chiseled metal and sculpted plaster work. Just like the famous “Bab el Khemis” (Thursday Gate), the Royal Mansour Marrakech’s great gate promises; “happiness, wealth and prosperity”.

The magnificent main reception building with its fabulous lobby, the bar, the different lounges, the beautiful library, as well as the three renowned restaurants, entice guests in. Inspired by North Africa, Spain as well as Portugal’s traditional Moorish architecture, the Royal Mansour Marrakech hotel design showcases symmetry entwined with classical forms.

The ground-breaking, distinctive and ingenious masterpiece hotel design is magnified by an intricate series of underground tunnels to each of the property’s 53 riads, accessed only by staff and thus guaranteeing the utmost privacy and discretion.

Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay

Journey to alluring northern coast of Morocco and find a glorious beach retreat in Tamouda Bay. Basking on golden sands with brilliant blue waters lapping at its feet, this exclusive all-pool villa at Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay conveys romance with exotic Moroccan charm and inspires relaxation via its understated Mediterranean vibe.

Located on the northwestern coast of Morocco in Tamouda Bay, the resort is 15 km away from the city of Tetouan and a 45-minute drive from bustling Tangier. Positioned between the rugged Rif Mountains and the glistening Mediterranean Sea, Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay, Morocco resort offers spectacular waterfront views and sublime resort living.

Offering privacy and style, the Moroccan- styled villa comes with a garden view. The living room leads to a spacious master bedroom and an adjacent en-suite bathroom. An intimate retreat for two, each villa has a private pool in the private garden, leaving you in full bliss.

Delivering time-honoured spa traditions with a "high touch, low tech" approach, skilled therapists impart relaxation and revitalization with every treatment. The award-winning spa is replete with six Deluxe Treatment Rooms, two Royal Treatment Rooms, Hydro, Vitality Pool, Yoga Room and the Spa Gallery.

Hotel Nord-Pinus Tanger

The Hotel Nord Pinus Tanger, a remarkable guesthouse and riad, sits on the highest point of the Kasbah, the historic center of the city. Spanning the Rue Riad Sultan, the hotel rests on an antique Portuguese foundation built over the ancient Roman town of Tingis. The extraordinary location provides a breathtaking view of Tarifa, the Spanish coast, the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.

It is a haven of peace in the midst of an ever-changing town, a unique look-out onto Tangier and its museums of the Kasbah and In Battuta. It is not without a reason that Tangier attracted many writers, actors and artists, being not only a port for trading oriental delights and western valuables, but a haven for those dealing in culture, ideas and dreams, leading to a diverse range of cultural influences and religious beliefs.

The hotel offers accommodations of four suites, one double room and a Kasbah house. Smells of leather, cedar and sea, antique fabrics, beds of bronze, marble floors and ancient handmade tiles await you with refined detail, enveloping you in sumptuous comfort.

La Sultana Oualidia

Oualidia is a small village on the Atlantic coast, facing a salt water lagoon and beach where ocean and coast merge. Oualidia is just a 2.5-hour drive from Marrakech and 2 hours from Casablanca and is the ideal place to unwind. The beauty of the natural landscape comes with an exceptional climate “Mediterranean with oceanic influence” offering cool winters and fresh air in the summer. Protected by the wind thanks to the lagoon land, the temperature is never too cold or too hot with a range between 12 Celsius in the winter and 26 Celsius in the summer.

La Sultana Oualidia, member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, is a perfect nature & ocean gateway to relax and rest. It is located along the Oualidia lagoon famous for its oyster farms and flocks of pink flamingos. From the Moorish fort, set in landscaped surroundings, you will be charmed by the view of the grass-roofed cabanas, the turquoise swimming pool, the lagoon and the boundless ocean.

La Sultana Oualidia reveals herself only to the selected few who travel the world searching for exceptional places, who pause to savour the moment and fix it in eternity.

Room or suite, each one profits from its own decoration with natural materials, offering a luxurious environment and sophisticated elegance with private terrace with seawater Jacuzzi. The ceiling is made from rows of Oleander, the walls are of stone and tadelakt, while the painted wooden furniture and the ancient marble floor contribute to the air of natural elegance.

Pleasures for all the senses: Private beach - Outdoor ionized pool - 5 sea water Jacuzzis around the swimming pool - Spa - Gym - Lounge Bar - Library - Billards - Cooking courses – Library - Concierge services.