Palais Amani: Step into a world where time is enjoyed not spent; Located within the walls of Fez’s ancient Medina, Palais Amani is a traditional palace that has been lovingly restored into a boutique hotel.

Walk through the doors, and be transported to another dimension, the sound of the soothing central fountain and the chatter of birds in the garden, transports you to a paradise unmatched for a romantic getaway.

Each room is unique; exquisite Moroccan pastries await the guests in their room, the bathrooms are decorated with fresh rose petals. At night the whole palace bathes in candlelight and you can dine beneath the citrus trees before retiring to your bedroom and slipping into the Egyptian cotton bed linen and soft down duvets.

A Riad in the true sense of the word, with citrus trees and aromatic flowerbeds, palais Amani was rebuilt in the 1920’s using modern building techniques and contemporary fashion trends. Art-deco stucco ceilings, intricate carved woodwork, beautiful original mosaic in traditional Fassi colours. Palais Amani is spacious enough to respect your privacy whilst being sufficiently intimate to give you the personal attention you deserve.

Fourteen sumptuous suites and rooms Refined dining Fully licenced roof top bar Traditional Hammam and massage Cooking, Henna and Calligraphy workshops Central heating and air conditioning Complimentary Wi-Fi

Palais amani: what to do: Slip on the deep, fluffy bathrobe and complimentary slippers and wander across the courtyard to Les Bains Amani – the hotel spa. Unwind with a relaxing Moroccan argan oil massage that targets the legs and  feet – ideal after a day of sightseeing. Alternatively, discover the purification ritual of a traditional Hammam in the three-chamber steam Hammam fragranced with flower petals and lit with 100 candles. The ritual is guided by a Hammam assistant who rubs the body with deep cleansing black soap before a head to toe exfoliation, purifying clay wrap and relaxing rub with moisturising oils. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch on the panoramic roof terrace or dine in the gardens and discover the variety of Moroccan cuisine.

Discover the art of Fassi cuisine with a personalised hands-on cooking workshop. Further afield: Venture out beyond the city to discover Volubilis or the middle atlas with an excursion organised by our competent concierge staff.

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Mr and Mrs Smith Hotel collection

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Recommended by Condé Nast traveller and American Express