Marrakesh: A design lover's city guide
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Marrakesh: A design lover's city guide
Saskia Veendorp
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Marrakech (aka the Red City) lies at the heart of Morocco, brimming with centuries-old history and vibrant culture. Framed by the stunning Atlas Mountains and steeped in rich traditions, the city dazzles with its lively souks, fragrant courtyard gardens, and the hustle and bustle of daily life. From the iconic Jemaa el-Fnaa square, alive with storytellers and snake charmers, to the serene majesty of its palaces and mosques, Marrakech offers a tapestry of sensory experiences. But the city can be overwhelming! We're here to help you navigate and uncover some of Marrakech’s swankiest riads, atmospheric cafes, farm-to-table restaurants, boutique shops, and all the ungoogleable, offbeat places that make a city come to life.
Our handpicked selections are more than just cookie-cutter recommendations; each place is chosen with a keen eye for design, aesthetics, and sustainability.
So, what's in the guide? Here's a glimpse:
- 16 handpicked conscious boutique hotels/riad
- 9 favorite spots for coffee & nibbles
- 9 favorite lunch spots
- 14 favorite dinner spots
- 7 cool bars + night clubs
- 7 suggested places to walk + explore
- 6 must-see sites
- 7 spots for art and design lovers
- 9 off-the-beaten-path experiences in and around Lisbon
- 10 cool shops we love
Enjoy and happy trail blazing!
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Riad Kitula
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Loving this smoothly crafted pistachio-green sanctuary, complete with its fragrant plant-filled courtyard, terracotta-hued rooftop terraces, and stylish rooms decked out from top to toe in carefully curated treasures. And a special shoutout to the gracious staff, who, despite observing Ramadan, warmly hosted my occasionally demanding family.
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Riad Dar Kawa
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Crafted by Belgian textile designer and hotelier @valeriebarkowski, this impeccably restored 17th-century Riad is a true find and one of the finest the city has to offer (and there are many!) Offering four beautifully appointed rooms, each awash in muted palettes of black, pale grays, and white and adorned with the owner’s artistic touches and lavish linens, this design-led hotel exudes understated elegance. Like stepping into a lived-in yet far-from-ordinary home—a perfect sanctuary to unwind from the sensory overload of the city.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Saskia Veendorp
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My name is Saskia, and I'm the Founder of Offbeat Goat, a travel platform for conscious and discerning travelers. We showcase a tightly edited collection of storied places that are aesthetically beautiful, transformative, and have narratives connected to sustainability.
Having spent over two decades traveling and working in economic development and humanitarian efforts, I’ve shifted my focus to sustainable travel. Through Offbeat Goat, I act as curator and storyteller, spotlighting destinations that blend aesthetic appeal with positive impact. I know what I like when I see it and feel it—boutique design-led hotels, local artisans, farm-to-table restaurants, creative design spaces, and those behind-the-scenes experiences that make travel come to life. Our sweet spot, however, is finding places that are beautiful inside and out, dedicated to enriching their communities and preserving the environment.
When I am not on the road, you'll find me crafting stories, filming, and writing from my current home base in Tbilisi, Georgia.
We are excited to share our CityKITs - curated city guides of favourite places to eat, stay and play. Happy trailblazing!
What's included
Digital Map
Fully interactive, digital map for finding places nearby
95 places
95 hand-picked places with notes from the creator
56 photos
Beautiful, hi-res photos from the creator
DESTINATION(S) COVERED
Marrakesh, Morocco
Morocco
FOCUSES AND THEMES
Couples
Family
Female Solo
Business
Architecture
Art
Boutique
Design
Foodie
History
Luxury
People & Culture
Outdoors
Photography
Relaxation
Slow Travel
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