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Riad Noga, Marrakesh, Morocco

As well as the established international hotel chains, luxury accommodation in North Africa and Arabia is often beautiful Arabesque style, with graceful arches and intricate tile-work.

Below, the selection of riads (a traditional Moroccan house or palace) typify both luxury and intimacy.

Ultimate luxury accommodation in North Africa and Arabia

The Four Seasons at the First Residence

The First Residence is an exclusive residential complex enjoying an excellent location, roughly equidistant between the centre of town and the pyramids at Giza. As well as being...

M/S Oberoi Zahra

The Oberoi Zahra sets new standards in luxury for those cruising the Nile, and outstrips its rivals in its intimate atmosphere on board and its comfort and luxury. There are...

Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh

The Oberoi, Sahl Hasheesh was the first luxury, all-suite resort to open on the Red Sea coast and is still the most celebrated beach hotel in Egypt. It is an exclusive haven of sophisticated...

Kempinski Ishtar Dead Sea

The latest addition to the hotels of the Dead Sea, the Kempinski Ishtar brings breathtaking design and modern luxury to Jordan. The rooms are exquisite, replete with facilities...

Six Senses Hideaway at Zighy Bay

Opened in 2007, Six Senses Zighy Bay complements the remote and beautiful peninsula with its renowned brand of innovative style that makes the best use of traditional materials and design....

Al Waha

A 40 to 50 minute drive from the airport and a shorter drive to the old city of Muscat the Shangri La Al Jissah resort, the latest addition to the capital, offers the best of Omani...

Riad Farnatchi

The location of the Riad Farnatchi, in the very heart of the oldest part of the medina, is one of its greatest assets. The decor is a blend of traditional Moroccan and modern European design...

Maison MK

The creation of fashion and portrait photographers Paul and Aiobheann Hopkins, Maison MK provides stunning, contemporary accommodation in the heart of Marrakesh's medina. With...

Villa Des Orangers

Built in the 1930s and formerly a judge's house, Villa Des Orangers deservedly enjoys a reputation as one of Marrakesh's finest riads. Enjoying a great location a short walk from the Djema...