From 20 to 28 November 2026, Marrakech will host the 23rd edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival, with celebrated French actress Marion Cotillard presiding over the jury. It is a wonderful opportunity to discover the city through film screenings and encounters with the world of cinema.
To complement these days of discovery, Les Jardins de la Médina invites you to slow down: stay in a former princely residence, share a meal in a century-old garden, and take time to relax by the pool or at the spa.
A charming retreat in the Kasbah
Behind the walls of the medina, in the historic Kasbah district, our boutique hotel reveals a 3,000 m² garden. Majestic palm trees, bitter orange trees and a jacaranda create a beautiful setting for your stay, with dappled light and welcoming shade.
With its 36 rooms, patios and swimming pool heated in winter, Les Jardins de la Médina combines the character of a historic residence with the comfort of a contemporary hotel. Some rooms feature a balcony or private terrace: an inviting space to read, rest or enjoy a leisurely morning.
Between festival events, take the opportunity to explore the Kasbah and the medina. Our concierge team can help arrange your transport and offer advice on places to visit.
Continue the conversation over a meal
A film often lives on in the conversations it inspires. Over lunch, an aperitif or dinner, our restaurant offers an inviting setting to share your impressions.
From breakfast through to lunch and dinner, our restaurant welcomes you throughout the day: in the garden, beneath the elegant glass roof of our Orangerie, or in the grand salon with its carved cedar ceilings.
Start your morning with a generous buffet bringing together Moroccan specialities and international flavours. At lunchtime, enjoy a delicious break with dishes showcasing seasonal ingredients. In the evening, savour refined, freshly prepared cuisine inspired by Moroccan traditions and flavours from around the world. A dedicated vegetarian menu completes our offering.
Depending on your screening schedule, join us for dinner before your film or on your return, until 10:30 pm.
Staying elsewhere in Marrakech? Our restaurant also welcomes non-resident guests, with advance reservations.
The Orangerie: Enjoy the garden in every Season
Looking out onto the greenery, the Orangerie invites you to enjoy the beauty of the garden in a comfortable, sheltered setting. Air-conditioned in summer and heated in winter, it offers a welcoming atmosphere all year round for a meal, a drink or simply a leisurely moment.
Filled with natural light and surrounded by greenery, its warm atmosphere makes it a delightful place to come together, from a relaxed lunch to a gentle evening in the garden.
Time for yourself at the Spa
Between sightseeing, screenings and evenings out, make room for relaxation too.
Our spa features two traditional hammams and three treatment rooms dedicated to massages and body treatments. Discover the hammam ritual, choose a massage to suit your needs or enjoy a beauty treatment to complete your visit.
Whether visiting alone or as a couple, let our therapists take care of you and enjoy a moment without hurry before returning to the buzz of the festival.
Plan your stay around the festival
A peaceful morning in the garden, lunch before a screening, a late-afternoon hammam… Set your own pace for your Marrakech escape.
Our team can help coordinate your stay, restaurant reservations and spa appointments around your plans. For screenings, events and admission details, please visit the official Marrakech International Film Festival website.
Practical information
- Marrakech International Film Festival: 20–28 November 2026
- Breakfast: 7:30 am–10:30 am
- Lunch: 12:30 pm–3:00 pm
- Light bites: 3:00 pm–5:30 pm
- Dinner: 7:30 pm–10:30 pm
- Spa: 10:30 am–7:30 pm, by appointment
- Address: 21, Derb Chtouka, Kasbah, Marrakech
- Telephone: +212 524 381 851
- Email: info@lesjardinsdelamedina.com
We recommend booking your room, table or spa treatments in advance to secure your preferred dates and times.
Experience the magic of cinema in Marrakech, then retreat to Les Jardins de la Médina and savour the feeling of being a world away.
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