Sunday, October 26, 2008

Fairmont Marrakech set to open in 2011

The 190-room resort will be designed to offer its guests a true experience capturing the essence of Marrakech. A mix of contemporary and traditional architecture, unique amenities and details which reflect authentic expressions of Morocco will allow guests to celebrate the origins of this dynamic culture. The property will feature 5 food and beverage outlets, 13,000 sq.ft. of banquet and meeting space, including a 4,300 sq.ft. ballroom, and Fairmont Gold, the brand's exclusive lifestyle offering featuring warm and personalized service with amenities such as a private reception desk and a comfortable guest lounge. A 14,000 sq.ft. Willow Stream Spa and health club will feature 14 treatment rooms, a hammam, specialty showers, steam room, ice fountain and a variety of lounges for relaxing. The complex will also include 32 new Fairmont-branded residential villas.
Fairmont is partnering with Eden Developpement, a company headed by Simon-Xavier Guerrand Hermes, of the Hermes Luxury goods family and involved in several Real Estate development projects including the Gueliz market re-development.

via Marketwatch.com