Kasbah Tamadot
Romantic, antique-laden Moroccan fortress with genuine Berber warmth. Heavy on atmosphere — tiled courtyards, lantern-lit corridors, rooftop dinners. Not minimalist or contemporary. The decor leans maximalist-eclectic, mixing traditional Moroccan craftsmanship with Far Eastern and Indian antiques collected by the property's former owner.
Book a private rooftop dinner under the stars — one of the most romantic settings in Morocco
Why It Matters
Awarded three Michelin Keys in 2025. Named on the Condé Nast Traveller Gold List 2025, Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Choice 2025 (#5 Best Hotel in Northern Africa and #5 in Africa), TIME World's Greatest Places 2025, and Travel + Leisure World's Best multiple times. The property closed and was rebuilt from the ground up following the devastating September 2023 Atlas Mountains earthquake, reopening in July 2024 with a new restaurant (Asayss) and six entirely new three-bedroom riads. Partnership with the Eve Branson Foundation has supported Berber community artisans and education since 2005.
Sir Richard Branson's mother spotted this walled kasbah estate while her son was mid-balloon flight. He bought it. That's the origin story, and it sets the tone for everything here: spontaneous, grand, a little theatrical. The former home of Italian antique dealer Luciano Tempo, every corridor and courtyard is stacked with objects from India, Africa and the Far East. Set an hour from Marrakech in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains near the Berber village of Asni, it now has 43 rooms spread across the main building, ten luxury Berber tents perched on the hillside, and six brand-new three-bedroom riads added after a major rebuild following the 2023 earthquake. All staff are Moroccan, and many come from the surrounding Berber villages.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Asmoun Tent
Spacious 65 m² tented accommodation with a private terrace looking out to the Atlas Mountains and valley. Includes a lounge area for relaxing indoors and outdoor dining space on the terrace.
65 sqmBerber Tent
Five tented suites perched on the hillside above the main kasbah with sweeping Atlas Mountain and valley views. Huge at 55 m², each has a king-size bed, a dramatic rolltop bathtub, a private terrace with sun loungers and outdoor dining space. Not camping — these are fully appointed with all hotel comforts.
King · 55 sqm
Berber Tent with Private Hot Tub
The upgraded version of the Berber Tent — five tents at 65 m² each, adding a private outdoor hot tub on the terrace. Same hillside location and mountain views, same rolltop bathtub inside, but the outdoor soaking option makes these special for couples or anyone wanting maximum private relaxation.
King · 65 sqm
Riad Rooftop Tented Suite
A clever design: two tents connected by a rooftop terrace with a private hot tub. One tent is the bedroom, the other a stylish lounge. At 50 m², this sits atop each riad and delivers some of the best views on the property. Individually bookable outside of renting the whole riad.
50 sqmRiad Two Bedroom Pool Suite
Part of each three-bedroom riad, but also bookable as a standalone. King-size beds, en-suite bathrooms with walk-in waterfall showers and soaking tubs, a fireplace lounge that opens onto a private garden and terrace, and a private heated pool with High Atlas Mountain views.
KingSuperior Room
Entry-level rooms in the main kasbah building, each individually decorated with traditional Moroccan furnishings and antiques from the collection of former owner Luciano Tempo. Views look out over the front courtyard and interior courtyard. Comes with complimentary babouches (slippers) and bernous (Moroccan robe).
33 sqm
Superior Suite
Larger than the Terrace Rooms and offering a private balcony or terrace plus a proper sitting area. A step up in space and privacy. Complimentary minibar included. Views across garden, pool or mountains.
Superior Suite – Two Bedrooms
Located near the main building's orchard, this two-bedroom configuration is the go-to for families. Open sitting area and private terrace. Pool views. Ideal for two adults sharing with children.
Terrace Room
Same individually decorated character as the Superior Rooms but each comes with its own private terrace for sitting out in the mountain air. Views vary between garden, pool, or mountains. Sized at 31–33 m².
32 sqmThree Bedroom Riad
The big one. Six of these brand-new riads were added when the property rebuilt after the 2023 earthquake and opened July 2024. At 148 m² / 1,593 ft², each sleeps up to 7 guests across three bedrooms and is individually decorated in traditional Moroccan style with soft furnishings handstitched by local Berber artisans via the Eve Branson Foundation. Private hot tub and private pool included. Rates start from MAD 45,100 on a B&B basis.
148 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Learn traditional Moroccan bread-making techniques from the kasbah's kitchen team — hand-preparing dough and baking loaves in a traditional clay oven.
Visit the woodwork and weaving centres in the neighbouring villages of Tansghart and Tamgounssi, where artisans trained by the Eve Branson Foundation work. Meet the artisans over mint tea and learn about the foundation's community projects. 2-hour drive. MAD 400 per person.
Hands-on three-hour cooking class led by the hotel's chefs. Each guest gets their own cooking station to prepare a three-course Moroccan meal including salads, soup, tagines and dessert. You eat the results for dinner. Max 6 people per class; 24 hours' notice required.
Join Mohammed, the kasbah's beloved resident tea master, for a traditional Moroccan mint tea ceremony — a gentle, unhurried ritual that has welcomed guests for years.
Visit the 12th-century Tin Mal Mosque (one of very few mosques in Morocco open to non-Muslims) then drive the scenic Tizi n'Test Pass. 6–7 hour driving excursion. MAD 4,500 for up to four people (lunch not included).
Fully equipped gym with running machine, bike, multifunctional weight station, and free weights.
Table in the gardens adjacent to the tennis courts.
Two floodlit tennis courts positioned just beyond the infinity pool. Rackets and balls provided on request at no charge. Private coaching available at MAD 1,650 for two people.
A heated indoor pool adjacent to the spa — useful when mountain winters make the outdoor pool less appealing. Has its own lounge area.
A shared outdoor hot tub for guests — separate from the private hot tubs in select Berber Tents and Riads.
The iconic infinity pool is positioned to frame a panoramic view of the Atlas Mountains and the valley below. Poolside bar service available.
Personalised children's activities including creative crafts, nature walks, cultural discoveries, treasure hunts, mule trekking, Moroccan tea parties, and pool parties. Available for children of all ages during UK school holidays only.
Full-day ride passing salt mines, forests, the village of Anraz, and Kik Plateau. Option to cycle back to the kasbah. 47–50km, approximately 6 hours. E-Bike: MAD 7,250 for two / MAD 2,900 per additional. Regular: MAD 6,200 for two / MAD 2,500 per additional.
Off-road mountain bike tour through Berber villages descending into Ouirgane Valley. Panoramic views of the lake and surrounding forests. Tea break with locals included. 25–30km, approximately 3.5 hours. E-Bike: MAD 6,200 for two / MAD 2,400 per additional person. Regular bike: MAD 5,200 for two / MAD 1,900 per additional person.
One-hour mule trek into the surrounding villages and traditional Berber homes — a gentle, authentic way to experience the landscape. Available for guests over 10 years old; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. MAD 1,850 for two / MAD 550 per additional.
Select evenings feature an open-air cinema under the stars screening a handpicked selection of Moroccan-inspired films. Check on arrival which evenings are scheduled during your stay.
Drive to Imlil then trek through orchards to the village of Armed for a traditional Berber rooftop lunch with views of Mount Toubkal (highest peak in North Africa). Return by dirt track to Imlil. 3km, 4 hours. MAD 3,400 for two / MAD 750 per additional person.
Guided drive through juniper forests to the Amassine Reserve for wildlife spotting (gazelles, sheep), then a 4km trek to Ouirgane Valley, ending at the Anraz Jewish Site with a traditional lunch with local Berber people. MAD 4,200 for two / MAD 900 per additional.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Rooftop with panoramic mountain views — used for dining, breakfast, and star-gazing evenings.
Full breakfast included with most rates. Freshly baked breads from the clay oven, pastries, juices, fruit, and Moroccan specialties available à la carte. Served on the terrace next to the pool bar when weather permits, or on the rooftop.
Cosy bar and library in the main building — roaring fires in winter, cool refuge in summer.
On-site garden supplying fresh, seasonal produce to the kasbah's two restaurants.
Fully stocked complimentary minibar in Superior Suites and above.
Indoor heated pool adjacent to the spa with its own lounge area.
Iconic infinity pool positioned to frame panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains. Poolside bar service available.
On-site shop featuring locally sourced items including products from the Eve Branson Foundation artisans.
Full-service spa offering hammam, massages, facials, body treatments, and children's treatments. In-room treatments available at a surcharge.
Equipped with running machine, bike, multifunctional weight station, and free weights.
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