Vacation Rentals in Marrakech

Sand yellow facades, winding alleys, lively squares and oriental bazaars are a wonderful environment to get to know the "Pearl of the South" in Morocco. Life in Marrakech takes place on the streets and you live in the middle of the pulsating metropolis. Only a few metres away from restaurants, cafés, shops and prayer houses you will find a pompous apartment or apartment with stylish furnishings and spacious living areas. Numerous accommodations are also located in the lush parks such as the Oliveraie or the Jardin de l'Agdal, which offer relaxing tranquillity in nature.

With family, club or friends you can stay in Marrakech in your own Moroccan riad and stay in fascinating city villas. Many of the accommodations have spacious rooms that have a terrace and also offer comforts such as a private garden, swimming pools and whirlpools. Depending on your preference, you can rent a vacation rental in the historic city centre or outside the centre.

North of the High Atlas mountain range and about 170 kilometres east of the Atlantic coast, Marrakech extends over an area of 230 square kilometres in the Marrakech-Safi region. More than 925,000 inhabitants live in the entire urban area.

The city limits of the metropolis run south of the river Tensift. Marrakech is picturesquely situated in the fertile Haouz plain with a fantastic view of snow-capped mountains in the middle of the desert landscape. Along with Fès, Rabat and Meknès, the metropolis is one of the four royal cities of the country.

Marrakech is full of secrets and transports its visitors to a fairy tale from 1,001 Nights. To experience the customs and traditions up close, you can stroll through the bazaars of the Old Town Medina and watch the merchants bargain and sell. Hand-painted ceramics, spices or jewellery change hands here. A colourful sea of lights and drum rolls awaits you every evening at Djemaa el Fna, the juggler's market, where you will meet snake charmers, fire-eaters and miracle healers. Marrakesh also captivates with its culinary specialities. In the restaurants it is recommended to try the tajine dishes. Delicious lamb, chicken, rice or vegetable dishes are served in clay pots.

Surrounded by the twelve-kilometre-long city wall, the historic centre is home to a multitude of sights that have been UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1985. In the historic quarter there are impressive buildings like the former Koran school Medersa Ben Youssef, the Koutoubia Mosque, the El-Badi Palace or the Kasbah. The UNESCO World Heritage Site includes the beautiful grounds of the Menara Garden and the Agdal Gardens, which contain olive groves, pavilions, water basins and extensive irrigation channels.

The Koutoubia Mosque dates back to the 12th century and is the largest mosque in the city as well as the symbol of Morocco. The minaret of the church has a height of 77 metres and is illuminated every evening so that the tower is visible within a radius of 30 kilometres.

In the south of the medina there are the Saadier graves, which belong to the UNESCO world heritage. The site is surrounded by a simple clay wall and houses two mausoleums and numerous graves. Seven sultans and 62 family members are buried in them.

Visitors to the Museum Marrakesh are taken back to the year 1009 and can experience the interesting history of the metropolis. Several exhibition rooms contain valuable exhibits such as archaeological and ethnographic objects, precious documents and contemporary works of art.

What was the average price for a vacation rental in Marrakech last year?

Due to its high annual average of $227 per night, Marrakech is the city in Morocco where you spend the most to go on vacation.

During which months can you find the best price for vacation rentals in Marrakech?

If you want to save the maximum during your visit to Marrakech, pack your bags and travel there in August ($209 per night on average), April ($211), or September ($212), to find the lowest prices for the whole year.

When are vacation rentals more expensive in Marrakech?

When it comes to booking a vacation rental in Marrakech, the highest prices can usually be seen in the month of February (with an average of $264 per night), followed by January ($261), and then June ($229).

Is Marrakech a good location for a last-minute getaway?

Considering the data observed last year, it is an excellent city for an impromptu getaway, since it has an average annual availability of 76%, which is comparatively high.

When are more vacation rentals available?

Last year, the months with more available accommodation of the year in Marrakech were February, May and June, with average availabilities of 85%, 81%, and 80%, respectively.

When are fewer rentals available in Marrakech?

The accommodations in Marrakech reach their peak in demand in December, with an availability rate of 65%. The second most requested month is January, with 68%, and the third is November with 72%. However, even during the busiest months the availability rate average is 68%. It will therefore be effortless to find your dream rental no matter the time of year.

Are there many vacation rentals in Marrakech?

We have collected the offers from 12 different partners in Marrakech, so we can offer you around 3,000 properties. You're going to have a hard time deciding which one to go with!