{"id":104057,"date":"2024-10-03T16:09:13","date_gmt":"2024-10-03T15:09:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.luxurialifestyle.com\/les-jardins-de-villa-maroc-a-hidden-retreat-in-essaouira\/"},"modified":"2026-02-21T18:26:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-21T18:26:36","slug":"les-jardins-de-villa-maroc-a-hidden-retreat-in-essaouira","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.luxurialifestyle.com\/les-jardins-de-villa-maroc-a-hidden-retreat-in-essaouira\/","title":{"rendered":"Les Jardins De Villa Maroc: A Hidden Retreat in Essaouira"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Les Jardins de Villa Maroc is a family business currently run by Mounia Ezzaher, the daughter of its founders. Initially a personal endeavour to expand their olive groves, the gardens were purchased in 2000 with a family residence that was redesigned into a guest house in 2009. Since then, and by popular demand from Villa Maroc\u2019s repeat guests, the family has transformed Les Jardins into a unique hotel retreat, embracing the peaceful beauty of the Essaouira landscape. In 2012, the addition of a pool and restaurant allowed the property to offer day passes, welcoming guests to experience its enhanced amenities. Very much a family affair, much of the design, styling and decor have been created by Cornelia Hendry, with objects and antiques carefully sourced over time from throughout Morocco.<\/p>\n<h2>Conceptual Design and Sustainability<\/h2>\n<p>Les Jardins de Villa Maroc offers an exclusive range of accommodations, decorated in a modern Moroccan style, with 3 suites and 11 unique domes, each testament to sustainable architecture and the beauty of local craftsmanship. Photographs by Thor Arne Hauer, a Norwegian photographer who has called Essaouira home for over 30 years, adorn the walls of each of the domes, providing visual narratives complementing unique design objects, adding a layer of authentic charm to the interiors. Sustainability is a core value, further reflected in the eco-friendly practices that minimally impact the luxury guest experience, offering a true sense of place and one of a newly-found, secluded paradise.<\/p>\n<h2>Freshly Prepared Food for the Perfect Culinary Journey<\/h2>\n<p>Les Jardins offers remarkable dining options, featuring a restaurant and bar serving traditional Moroccan breakfasts and evening meals and Mediterranean barbecue buffets at lunch. With a focus on locally sourced ingredients, chefs take guests on a journey through the flavours and vibrant colours of both Morocco and the wider Mediterranean, accompanied by all the theatre of live grilling performances.<\/p>\n<h2>An Abundance of Exclusive Experiences<\/h2>\n<p>Located just 30 minutes from Essaouira city, Les Jardins de Villa Maroc provides a tranquil escape amidst nature&#8217;s splendour.<\/p>\n<p>The hotel offers a wide selection of amenities and experiences for each guest, including:<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Generous pool for days of complete relaxation and sun<br \/>\n<strong>\u2022<\/strong> A peaceful yoga centre<br \/>\n<strong>\u2022<\/strong> Convenient daily shuttle service to explore the city<br \/>\n<strong>\u2022<\/strong> Range of hiking trails<br \/>\n<strong>\u2022<\/strong> Horse riding on the nearby beach<br \/>\n<strong>\u2022<\/strong> Bird safaris<br \/>\n<strong>\u2022<\/strong> Golf<br \/>\n<strong>\u2022<\/strong> Selection of watersports<\/p>\n<p>Les Jardins de Villa Maroc is ideal for travellers looking to experience the serenity of the Moroccan countryside while remaining close to Essaouira\u2019s cultural and historical attractions.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.lesjardinsdevillamaroc.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Les Jardins de Villa Maroc<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Les Jardins de Villa Maroc is a family business currently run by Mounia Ezzaher, the daughter of its founders. 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