Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr is an oceanfront oasis in the heart of Morocco’s “City of Lights”
Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr has opened its doors, a glamorously restored property featuring lush gardens surrounding a majestic 18th century royal residence. The oceanfront oasis in the heart of Morocco’s “City of Lights” is just minutes from the historic Kasbah, the Medina, and the city’s most important business addresses.
“Rabat is a city whose moment has arrived,” says General Manager Gregory Viaud in a statement. “Four Seasons is unveiling a new era of luxury and glamor, building on our reputation for personalized service with genuine heart. Our team cannot wait to introduce the property to our guests, and welcome local residents to a familiar landmark that has been totally transformed.”
A new chapter for a royal home
The opening of Four Seasons marks a new chapter for the historic Kasr Al Bahr, or the “Palace by the Sea.” This magnificent complex of buildings on Rabat’s Atlantic coastline was built in the 18th century as the summer palace of Morocco’s Sultan Moulay Slimane. It was later used as a military hospital, and is now a luxury resort hotel. The five-hectare (twelve-acre) oceanfront site features eleven buildings in total – five brand new and six historical – balancing authentic historical detail with chic modern design. Those who know the site’s history will be dazzled by its revival.
Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr offers a range of accommodation options, including 200 guest rooms and suites, most with balconies or terraces, many with breathtaking ocean views, and some with a rooftop terrace or plunge pool. The crown jewel among the signature suites is the lavish Sultan’s Riad, set within the fully restored and expanded Sultan’s original residence, which was built in 1792. This three-bedroom, two story suite encompasses nearly 1,000 square meters (10,000 square feet) of beautifully appointed interiors and features its own private terrace and infinity-style swimming pool.
Dining and drinks venues include three signature experiences – Brasserie Marie for French bistro cuisine, Verdello for flavourful Mediterranean and Italian fare, and the all day dining Flamme with a sumptuous veranda overlooking the pools. Noora Lobby Lounge serves a luxurious afternoon tea, and Bar Atlantique serves cocktails prepared by a team of creative mixologists.
The newly-built event center encompasses 2,700 square meters (29,000 square feet) of indoor-outdoor space and includes the Royal Ballroom, a junior ballroom, seven breakout rooms, and an open-air terrace with Atlantic Ocean views for sunny daytime events and star-studded receptions by night.
The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr
The Spa at Four Seasons is a wellbeing retreat fit for royalty. An elegant ocean-view wellness sanctuary with ten private treatment rooms, a traditional Moroccan hammam, a full-service salon, and a stunning indoor saltwater pool, the Spa at Four Seasons invites guests to indulge in wellness rituals inspired by ancient Moroccan healing traditions. A resort-style pool and an ocean-view infinity pool are set amid the gardens of palm, olive, and citrus trees. A 24-hour fitness center includes an outdoor terrace for yoga classes. Sophisticated Four Seasons service in a calm and ultra-luxury oasis.
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