15 Best Beach Resorts in Morocco

The daydream-worthy North African country of Morocco is a fascinating destination for a romantic honeymoon or family vacation, whether you are looking to just lounge at a resort by the beach, experience the vibrant cities and culture, or trek through the Atlas Mountains.

If the beach is at the top of your list, however, Morocco is home to hundreds of kilometers of coastline on the Atlantic Ocean in the west and the Mediterranean Sea to the north. And there are resorts for all budgets and traveling styles to go along with these gorgeous stretches of coastline, from M’Diq Beach on the Mediterranean coast about 1.5 hours from Tangier to Agadir Beach and environs on the Atlantic coast.

There is also Saidia Beach, which is a 14-kilometer-long beauty on the Mediterranean, near the border with Algeria, which is considered one of the country’s best. You’ll also find some all-inclusive resorts.

Plan your next vacation with our list of the best beach resorts in Morocco.

1. Hotel Sofitel Tamuda Bay Beach & Spa

Accommodation: Hotel Sofitel Tamuda Bay Beach & Spa

About a 1.5-hour drive from Tangier, the posh Sofitel Tamuda Bay Beach & Spa is in Tamuda Bay on Morocco’s Mediterranean coast. It overlooks the surf and sand on M’Diq Beach, one of the best beaches in Morocco. The property’s design features lots of bold colors mixed with elegant décor.

The rooms and suites come with colorful murals and modern amenities like Bose radios. The Sofitel is very kid-friendly and offers a number of different room designs that work for families, including private villa options with a pool and butler service. There are also suites with kitchenettes.

Amenities include a restaurant serving international fare, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, beach access, and a spa with a traditional steam room. Breakfast is included.

Address: Route de Sebta, M’diq 93200 Morocco

2. Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay

Accommodation: Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay

Also right on M’Diq Beach, the 5-star Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay is another luxury hotel on this stretch of Mediterranean coastline. This all-villa resort features super swanky one- and two-bedroom homes that each come with private swimming pools. Many of the one-bedroom villas also have kitchenettes and hot tubs. All the two-bedroom villas come with kitchens and separate dining space, and some feature direct beach access.

The resort works well for couples and families alike. If you are traveling with the kids, there is a children’s pool, as well as one for adults. There is also a very posh spa, private beach area, and options for snorkeling or diving and other water sports. Cooking classes can also be arranged.

There are three restaurants on-site, and breakfast is included in the rate.

Address: 13 Route Nationale Oued Negro – BP 526, Fnideq 93100 Morocco

3. Paradis Plage Resort

Accommodation: Paradis Plage Resort

For a learn-to-surf and yoga-focused vacay, check out Paradis Plage Resort on the beach. The resort is located about 35 minutes drive from Agadir town. There is a surf school on a long stretch of private beach here, and yoga classes take place at an outdoor center near the sand.

The 4-star property features 105 spacious rooms, most of which have kitchenettes. The property is popular with vacationing families, and there is a kids’ club on-site.

Other amenities include two restaurants, as well as the option to dine privately in an Arabian tent set up by the sea. There is an outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub, and a zen garden with sun lounges, as well as a day spa with two hammams. Should you want to go to Agadir, there are free daily shuttles for hotel guests.

Address: Km 26 Route Essaouira Road Km 26, Imi Ouaddar 80000 Morocco

4. Sofitel Agadir Thalassa Sea & Spa

Accommodation: Sofitel Agadir Thalassa Sea & Spa

Upon arrival, the Sofitel Agadir Thalassa Sea & Spa’s whitewashed buildings with wood-panel archways make for an impressive first impression.

Inside this large 5-star resort by the known French luxury brand, you’ll discover a mix of traditional Moroccan and contemporary design elements. Expect modern art; Arabic lamps; and in the main lobby, a grand silver water feature.

The hotel is at the quiet southern end of Agadir’s beach promenade. It has a private beach area with sun loungers, day beds, and umbrellas for guests to use. It also offers a number of water sports. There are two giant swimming pools surrounded by more day beds, and beverage service is offered poolside.

Other amenities include a luxe Thalassotherapy spa with a hot tub and hammam, but note there is an extra fee to use the hammam. There is also a fitness center and tennis court, and there are a few different dining choices serving international and Moroccan fare. If you are traveling with children, check out the kids’ club.

There are 173 rooms that come in a few different configurations. All have modern, minimalist style with white walls juxtaposed against dark wood furniture. The best rooms have balconies with direct ocean views. For butler service and extra space, book one of the rooms on the Club Level.

Address: Baie des Palmiers Cité Founty P5, Secteur Touristique, Agadir 80010 Morocco

5. Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort

Accommodation: Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort

The Moorish contemporary-designed Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort is on Morocco’s Atlantic coastline, about an hour’s drive from Casablanca. This sprawling 5-star resort sits on 250 hectares and is fronted by a seven-kilometer-long stretch of white-sand beach.

The rooms and suites here are quite swanky, and the property works well for couples or families. If you’re traveling with children, there are separate clubs for kids and teens with daily activities, as well as a kids’ pool and video game room.

For adults, there are all sorts of activities that can be arranged, from ATV biking to horseback riding. The property also features some 14 different dining options and a few swimming pools. There is also an on-site spa, gym, and 18-hole golf course.

Address: Km10, Casablanca Road, El Jadida 24000 Morocco

6. Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca

Accommodation: Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca

Right on the sea, the Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca is a 5-star resort done up in modern Moroccan style. In buildings set in a U shape around a garden, there are 157 rooms and 29 suites on five floors. These feature either garden or sea views, and many come with balconies. All are spacious, with big marble bathrooms, comfortable beds, and high-thread-count linens.

Away from the rooms, on-site amenities include direct beach access, a swimming pool with poolside service, a day spa, and gym. Yoga classes are also offered. There are three restaurants on-site. For fine dining check out Bleu, while Latitude 33 serves light meals by the pool.

The Four Seasons is very family friendly, and there are welcome amenities for children, as well as PlayStation and Xbox consoles available upon request.

Address: Boulevard de la Corniche, Casablanca 20050 Morocco

7. La Sultana Oualidia

Accommodation: La Sultana Oualidia

The 5-star La Sultana Oualidia is set on a sandy beach by a sea lagoon on Morocco’s rugged western coast about 2.5 hours’ drive from Marrakech. With kasbah-like architecture inclusive of turrets and terraces, the hotel is beautifully designed.

The rooms all feature sitting areas, wood-burning fireplaces, and a private terrace with a hot tub. There are also larger suites with tubs in giant marble bathrooms. A number of rooms are interconnecting, making this resort a good choice for families. The resort can arrange babysitting and even a kids’ surf class.

On-site amenities include a freshwater infinity swimming pool, a spa with a steam room and its own heated swimming pool, a restaurant, and a small gym.

Address: N_ 3 Parc a Huitres, Oualidia 24252 Morocco

8. Grand Mogador Sea View Luxury Hotel

Accommodation: Grand Mogador Sea View Luxury Hotel

Just a five-minute drive from the Tangier Train Station, the Grand Mogador Sea View Luxury Hotel has direct beach access and views of the Atlas Mountains and Bay of Tangier. Rooms and suites come in a number of sizes, but all are clean and comfortable, and a continental breakfast is included in the rate.

Amenities include two swimming pools, a spa with a steam bath and sauna, and a fitness center. There are also two restaurants, one serving Moroccan a la carte and the other a buffet.

Address: 10, Lot Ghandouri Bd. Med V, Tangier 90000 Morocco

9. Hotel Be Live Grand Saidia

Accommodation: Hotel Be Live Grand Saidia

Part of the Be Live brand, this Saidia property is a 5-star resort in the Berkane region in northwestern Morocco.

This all-inclusive property sits right on Saidia Beach, which runs for 14 kilometers and is one of Morocco’s most beautiful. The resort is popular with families and couples and offers impeccable, luxe abodes in a number of layouts.

For dining there are nine different restaurants to choose from. On-site amenities include a spa with a sauna, Jacuzzi, and steam bath; multiple pools and sundecks with chaise loungers; and tennis courts. For children, there’s a kids’ club and game room.

Address: Parcela H7 Station Balneaire, Saidia 60600 Morocco

10. Hilton Tangier Al Houara Resort & Spa

Accommodation: Hilton Tangier Al Houara Resort & Spa

The Hilton Tangier Al Houara Resort & Spa sits right on the public beach in Tangier, just 13 kilometers from the international airport. The rooms come in a number of shapes and sizes, including two-bedroom apartments with living and dining rooms and kitchenettes that are perfect for families. There are also suites and more standard rooms, but even these come with balconies and sea views.

On-site amenities include a restaurant serving Mediterranean fare, two outdoor swimming pools (one is heated, the other is for kids), a gym, and a spa. There are also two golf courses on-site. One has a full 18 holes; the other just nine.

Address: Km 19.8, Route Nationale, Tangier 90100, Morocco

11. Hotel Riu Palace Tikida Agadir

Accommodation: Hotel Riu Palace Tikida Agadir

If you’re looking for an all-inclusive Moroccan beach resort experience consider the Hotel Riu Palace Tikida Agadir. This resort caters to couples, as well as families. There is a kids’ club and playground on-site.

There are also two swimming pools (one indoor, one out) and a theater with live entertainment at night. If you need to decompress, there is a full-service spa with thalassotherapy, a sauna, and a traditional hammam.

Accommodation is in 444 rooms and suites, all of which have a contemporary vibe and are quite spacious. They also come with balconies, but not all feature sea views-the less expensive rooms have pool or garden views.

Address: Chemin des Dunes, Agadir 80000 Morocco

12. Radisson Blu Resort, Saidia Beach

Accommodation: Radisson Blu Resort, Saidia Beach

The Radisson Blu Resort, Saidia Beach sits next to the marina by Saidia Beach, which is a 14-kilometer-long beauty that is one of Morocco’s best. This 5-star resort offers swanky rooms in a number of layouts. Book accommodation on The Level for access to a private lounge with breakfast and afternoon snacks and other amenities.

Amenities include three outdoor swimming pools (one for kids) and one indoor pool. There is also a spa and fitness center. For dining choose from four restaurants, which are included in your daily rate.

Address: Station Balneaire Saidia Station Balneaire Saidia, 2, Saidia 63060 Morocco

13. Vichy Celestins Spa Hotel Casablanca

Accommodation: Vichy Celestins Spa Hotel Casablanca

Set right on the beachfront next to the Bahia Golf Resort in Casablanca, Vichy Celestins Spa Hotel Casablanca is a 5-star property with a luxury, wellness-focused vibe throughout. The rooms and suites here are sleek, with contemporary décor and an ethereal paint job in varying colors.

All come with upmarket amenities, like Nespresso coffee machines, and have furnished balconies. Many also feature ocean views and Jacuzzi bathtubs. Family-friendly rooms are also available.

The resort has an impressive 3,000-square-meter medical spa on-site, and guests can book anything from anti-aging treatments to full body massages and thalassotherapy care. The spa also boasts a hydrothermal area, a large pool with Aqua Move classes, a gym, yoga studio, and cryotherapy room.

Besides the spa, you’ll find sun loungers on the beach and have access to the 18-hole golf course; two swimming pools, one of which is saltwater; two restaurants; and a tearoom among other amenities.

Address: Km 44 Route Cotiere, Bouznika 13100 Morocco

14. Iberostar Founty Beach

Accommodation: Iberostar Founty Beach

On the gold sand Atlantic oceanfront in Agadir, Iberostar Founty Beach is a 4-star hotel that hosts some 470 rooms in three buildings. Most feature ocean views from their patios, and you can fall asleep listening to the waves roll in.

The resort caters to couples and families alike and runs kids and teen clubs with organized daily activities. Other amenities include two swimming pools, one of which is heated in winter, and five different restaurants. They also run a number of organized activities for adults, including a Moroccan cooking class.

Address: City Founty B.P 1039 Cite Founty, Agadir 80000 Morocco

15. ROBINSON Agadir

Accommodation: ROBINSON Agadir

The ROBINSON Agadir is another popular all-inclusive property in Agadir. This affordable 3.5-star resort features lots of family-focused amenities, including an on-site kids’ club. The 343 rooms and suites here are spacious and done up with Moroccan décor. All come with furnished balconies with either ocean or mountain views.

On-site amenities include three restaurants with buffet and a la carte options. There is also direct access to the beach, as well as sun-loungers around the two swimming pools. Guests can work out in the gym, play volleyball on the beach, or just relax in the spa.

Address: Chemin des Dunes Founty 2, Agadir 80000 Morocco

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