A Moroccan fairy-tale castle near Marrakech, flanked by palms and olive trees: Amanjena means “peaceful paradise,” and every guest feels like a sultan in these imaginative surroundings. Amelkis, the open and hilly 27-hole golf course, adjoins the resort, while the second nine holes incorporate more water hazards. Steeped in tradition, the Royal Golf Course is just a few minutes away. Perhaps most impressive is Amanjena’s location at the foot of the High Atlas Mountains— a majestic, snow-capped range that rises to more than 13,000 feet. The hotel offers guided tours into the mountains: on foot, by bicycle, or in a comfortable car. Some of the best places to relax in the resort include the well-stocked two-story international library with fireplace, the oriental spa with two hammams, and the 108-foot heated outdoor swimming pool surrounded by hibiscus bushes.
