Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech is $1,163 a night less. They are 15.1 km apart.
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Book Amanjena if budget allows: at $1,659 a night it delivers the higher guest rating (9.8 vs 9.2) and the quieter, more architecturally distinct experience. Book the Fairmont Royal Palm if you want a five-star Marrakech stay for a third of the price ($600), with four restaurants, two bars, a golf course and spa on site. Both sit roughly 12km out on the Ouarzazate/Amizmiz roads, about 15km apart from each other, so neither is a walk-into-town proposition. The Fairmont's much larger review base (397 vs 79) suggests it runs at greater scale and sees far more guests through its doors.
Amanjena was designed by Ed Tuttle for Aman in the late 1990s, and it still reads as one of the purest expressions of his pared-back, Moroccan-Andalusian style: rammed pink earth walls, reflecting pools, green tiled pavilions, and a central lake pavilion that turns the whole resort around water and light rather than density. Rooms open onto private courtyards with their own plunge pools, the palette kept to terracotta, dark wood and unbleached linen, with almost no clutter. It is a resort built for stillness - long sightlines, no crowds, the desert light doing most of the decorating.
Couples and design-minded travellers who want privacy, quiet and a singular architectural experience, and can absorb the price.
The Fairmont Royal Palm sits on its own golf domain outside the city, a large-scale contemporary hotel wrapped in gardens and fairways rather than medina alleys. The listing points to balconied rooms looking over garden, golf course or Atlas mountain views, four restaurants and two bars, and a spa - the feel is of a full resort machine built for groups, golf trips and long stays rather than an intimate retreat. Expect polished, international five-star finishes rather than a strong local architectural statement.
Golfers, families and groups who want a full-facility resort with multiple dining options at a fraction of Amanjena's rate.
At under half the price, the Fairmont doesn't skip on facilities - it actually lists more restaurants and bars - but what it gives up is the tight, architect-led intimacy and the higher guest satisfaction score that Amanjena commands.
Amanjena is the more beautiful place to simply be in - Tuttle's restrained pink-walled courtyards and reflecting pools have a coherence and calm that a larger, amenity-driven resort like the Fairmont doesn't attempt to match.
| Amanjena Resort | Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $1,920 | $757 |
| Guest rating | 9.8/10 | 9.2/10 |
| Reviews | 79 | 397 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 8 | 8 |
| Distance apart | 15.1 km |
Nothing on our list that Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech lacks.
Nothing on our list that Amanjena Resort lacks.
“A hotel with excellent communication from start to finish.”
“Der Empfang, der Umgang, der Service war sehr gut.”
Amanjena guests come away happier, praising a consistently calm, attentive experience with only minor gripes, while Fairmont guests report more mixed experiences including cleanliness and food complaints.
“THE ONE & ONLY in MARRAKECH”
A hotel with excellent communication from start to finish. The warm welcomes and their great attention, along with the calm and peaceful atmosphere, truly make it clearly the best hotel in Marrakech.
The massage could be better, and the shampoo and conditioner/shower gel in the room were very bad.
The room view and the staff friendly and helpful especially Mr.Mohammed Miri
Spacious Clean Excellent services All staff are very professional and polite
Did not organise pick up at airport. This was included in price. The food choice is limited, not the best and very pricey
Luxurious Accommodation and Exceptional Amenities Amanjena Resort in Marrakech offers a lavish stay with free bikes, private parking, outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Indulge in the garden, terrace, and on-site restaurant. Enjoy conveniences like free shuttle service, room service, and currency exchange. Recreational Activities and Leisure Unwind with…
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Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech offers elegant rooms with balconies and picturesque views of the garden, golf course, or mountains. Each room features a private bathroom with a bath and shower for your comfort. Gourmet Dining and Relaxation Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's four restaurants and two bars…
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