Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Kasbah Tamadot is $444 a night less. They are 43.1 km apart.
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Both sit at the very top of the market and both hold a 9.8 rating, but they are answering different questions. Amanjena, at $1,903, is a pink pisé palace on the edge of Marrakech built around Aman's signature reflecting pools and pavilions. Kasbah Tamadot, at $1,491, is Richard Branson's converted kasbah in the Atlas foothills, with two pools, two restaurants and a full spa, and it is the more complete resort for the money. Book Amanjena for the architecture and the city; book Kasbah Tamadot for the mountains, the spa and better value on facilities.
Amanjena was designed by Ed Tuttle for Aman in the late 1990s, all rammed pink pisé walls, green tiled domes and long reflecting pools that turn the whole property into a study of water and stillness. The public rooms are vast and underlit by design, with cedar doors, tadelakt plaster and courtyards that frame single olive trees like sculpture. It draws a quiet, monied crowd who came for the pavilions and the pool, not for nightlife, and the Ouarzazate road setting keeps the city and its noise at a distance.
Amanjena suits travellers who want minimalist, architecturally serious calm close to the city and don't need a spa or second restaurant on site.
Kasbah Tamadot is a converted Berber kasbah in the Atlas foothills, all thick white walls, carved plaster and timber balconies looking onto snow-capped peaks for much of the year. The interiors mix Moroccan tent-style suites and rooms with an English country-house layer from its Virgin ownership, tribal rugs and open fires alongside the tadelakt bathrooms. It suits a slower, active crowd, walkers and spa-goers who want mountain air rather than souk proximity, and Asni's rural setting is a genuine remove from Marrakech's traffic and heat.
Kasbah Tamadot suits travellers who want mountain scenery, a full spa and two restaurants, and don't mind being 43km further from Marrakech.
At the lower price Kasbah Tamadot gives up nothing on the facility list against Amanjena except pet-friendliness and golf, which Amanjena alone offers; the real difference is address and altitude, not amenities.
Amanjena is the more architecturally pure and beautiful place to simply stand still in, Tuttle's pink walls and still water doing more with less than any spa treatment can.
| Amanjena Resort | Kasbah Tamadot | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $1,920 | $1,476 |
| Guest rating | 9.8/10 | 9.8/10 |
| Reviews | 79 | 18 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 8 | 6 |
| Distance apart | 43.1 km |
Nothing on our list that Amanjena Resort lacks.
“A hotel with excellent communication from start to finish.”
“I’ve traveled the world nonstop for 45 years — a new country every month — and *Kasbah Tamadot* is hands down my favorite hotel of all time.”
Kasbah Tamadot's guests come away happier, as their reviews are uniformly glowing with no complaints, while Amanjena's guests note some minor gripes about amenities and treatments.
“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.
Wow, what an absolutely fabulous place! It’s exactly what we hoped for - peace and tranquility. The staff are superb and cannot do enough for you. The most instagram worthy place I have ever been to! Of note for those planning a trip, we stayed in the ‘low season’ (I.e. July/August). The hotel was only 20-30% full which made the stay feel even more intimate. We guess people are put off by the temperatures in Marr
“Best stay of our life. ”
I’ve traveled the world nonstop for 45 years — a new country every month — and *Kasbah Tamadot* is hands down my favorite hotel of all time. From the tea to the perfect pool temperature, everything is done with care. The atmosphere is magical, peaceful, and stunning. But the real standout is the *service* — they truly care. You’re not just another guest here. Unforgettable in every way.
We love our stay, fabulous staff. Don’t forget to have a tea in the courtyard with Muhammed.
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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Discover the perfect mountain retreat at Kasbah Tamadot, where tranquility meets luxury. Spa & Wellness Indulge in a rejuvenating experience at our spa, offering massages, body treatments, and facials designed to refresh your body and soul. Gastronomic Delights Savor exquisite local and international cuisine at our two on-site restaurants, or unwind with a…
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