"The Royal Mansour in Marrakech is designed with relaxation top of mind. Just a few minutes-walk from Jemaa el-Fnaa, the central market in Marrakech that dates back 11 centuries, each of the 53 riads on property are set amid manicured gardens and lush greenery and offer a private escape from the energy of the surrounding neighborhood. The flagship property in Marrakech has four restaurants and four bars, of which, the Main Bar placed on Food & Wine’s Global Tastemakers list in 2023. Chef Hélène Darroze joined to oversee the culinary offerings, bringing her expertise from a host of well-appointed hotels in London, including The Connaught — another Global Tastemakers winner. Of the four restaurants, there’s French, Italian, and Moroccan offerings, each with a distinct design. And last year, the property opened a cooking class where guests can spend an afternoon learning about and cooking traditional dishes with a member from the hotel’s culinary team." - Sean Flynn