maison mk

Press Reviews

Conde Nast Traveller (UK)
"This hip all-suite riad is located in the middle of the medina, a short stroll from the main square. The six en-suite bedrooms are extravagant and stylish, combining cutting-edge design with a traditional Moroccan framework. The sundrenched roof terraces are ideal for sunbathing, transforming into a lounge by night. The MK gym and spa provide entertainment, and guests can plunge into the designer pool. A highly experienced European chef creates a French/Moroccan fusion menu for the rooftop patio and a private dining room, and you can choose to dine under the stars. The six suites can be rented individually or as a whole, sleeping twelve."

The Independent, September 2008
"This is a really lovely place. It's easy on the eye, particularly the split-level roof terrace, with its inviting beds and banquettes, a bar and the dramatic curved and billowing windbreaks.

The chef cooks up an international storm – duck confit, seafood-filled ravioli and boozy sorbet refreshers outshine most of the big restaurants in town. The tiny gym and spa are lovely touches and you'll rarely want to wear more than your tassel-hooded bathrobe around the place.

The flimsy rayon curtain between the bathroom and bedroom may slightly unnerve all but the closest or deafest of couples, but the iPod docking station and in-house music channels are reliable distractions."

The Times, April 2008
"Maison MK is a six-bedroom riad, modernly appointed, unlike most of its peers who try to evoke Morocco of antiquity. Set in the crooked streets of Marrakech’s lively old medina, inside it meshes Islamic and 21st-century architecture. The interior design is the work of Paul Hopkins, a fashion photographer, and the place reflects his stylish eye: seamless organic lines, tranquil nooks and a flowing spaciousness.

The spa is on the ground floor and features just two treatment rooms; one “dark” for calming massage therapy, and one “light” for beauty treatments. They abut the spacious courtyard and are shuttered with elegant wood panels. Maison MK offers a seven-course French-Moroccan fusion tasting menu with oddball twists like a Mojito sorbet palate cleanser. Expect high-profile media types on romantic weekends and style-savvy loved-up couples."

The Guardian, March 2008
"The latest opulent riad hotel to open in Marrakech. Slouching on piles of silk cushions on a roof terrace overlooking the steamy city square may feel like a bit of a travel cliche, but this sophisticated conversion, completed with the help of interior designers and lighting consultants, does the sultry, decadent look to perfection. There's an Arabic tent area, banquette seating encircles the pool, and the six suites feature organza draped beds on raised plinths."

Guest Reviews

Reviews are only from people who have stayed there and booked through i-escape.

• “Absolutely fantastic experience - Emily is amazingly attentive - all the staff were perfect. Breakfast was varied and good and dinner was as good a meal as I have ever experienced, gorgeous! This place is brilliant - do not stay anywhere else!”
  Matthew, United Kingdom (21.05.12)

• “The personal service was exceptional.
  Take the arranged airport transfer as you need guiding into the medina, Le Tobsil is a great Moroccan experience for food but make sure you are hungry.”
  Karen, United Kingdom (30.09.11)

• “We should have stayed here the whole time we were in Marrakesh. Faultless. Amazing amazing place, don't book anywhere else just go here.”
  Katy, United Kingdom (08.09.11)

• “Beautiful Riad. Amazing attention to detail! The staff couldn't do enough for you or be more helpful. Definitely recommend.”
  Joanna, United Kingdom (07.09.11)