Boutique Palace · Palmeraie, Marrakech · 12 Acres of Seclusion

Palais
Namaskar.

12 acres of total seclusion in the Palmeraie. Nearly 4 acres of tranquil lakes reflecting the Atlas Mountains at dusk. The most intimate, peaceful and deeply personal setting in Marrakech for a wedding that feels like a private retreat.

12
Acres of seclusion
4ha
Tranquil lakes
41
Suites & villas
250
Max guests
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Best Luxury Wedding Hotel Worldwide 2018 · Hotel of the Year Awards
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Best Hotel in Africa · Prix Villegiature
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Best Romantic Villa Worldwide 2018 · Hotel of the Year Awards
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Architecture by Imaad Rahmouni, former associate of Philippe Starck
About this venue

Where water, mountains
and stillness converge.

Palais Namaskar is, in its own words, "a special place, perhaps even unique." Designed by Imaad Rahmouni (former associate of Philippe Starck) and developed following Feng Shui principles, the property commands more than 12 acres of pristine seclusion in the Palmeraie — the ancient palm grove of Marrakech.

At its heart are nearly four acres of tranquil lakes. Still, mirror-like surfaces that reflect the Atlas Mountains, the palm trees, and at dusk, the entire sky. The ceremony experience here — saying vows beside still water as the mountains change colour behind you — is unlike anything available at any other venue in Marrakech.

The property was recognised as the Best Luxury Wedding Hotel Worldwide in 2018 and the Best Romantic Villa Worldwide in the same year. Not in Morocco. Worldwide. This recognition reflects something that couples who visit invariably feel: Palais Namaskar has a quality of peace and intimacy that no other Marrakech venue can match.

All 41 units — rooms, suites, villas and palaces — can be fully privatised for a complete exclusive-use wedding weekend.

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4 acres of lakes
Still, reflective waters. Atlas Mountain backdrop. The finest ceremony setting in Marrakech.
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41 suites & villas
Almost all with private pool or Jacuzzi. Palaces offer up to 4 bedrooms. Full exclusivity possible.
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Atlas Mountain panorama
The Djebilet Hills and Atlas Mountains dominate the horizon from every angle of the property.
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Feng Shui design
The entire property was conceived following Feng Shui principles — an intentional atmosphere of balance and calm.
World's Best
wedding hotel 2018
Event spaces

Five distinct settings.
One profound atmosphere.

Every corner of Palais Namaskar is romantic and nothing ever feels copied or rushed. Each space offers a different intimacy.

Lakeside Ceremony Garden
Up to 250 guests · Sunset ceremony
The centrepiece of Palais Namaskar. Nearly 4 acres of still water reflecting the Atlas Mountains. Vows at sunset with the peaks turning amber and rose behind you. The most cinematic ceremony setting in the Marrakech Palmeraie.
Elegant Courtyard
50–120 guests · Intimate ceremony or dinner
Eastern-inspired architecture with Moorish and Andalusian touches. A courtyard space that feels like a secret garden within the estate. Perfect for intimate ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, and gala suppers.
Poolside Terrace
Up to 200 guests · Candlelit dinner
The pool terrace glows with candlelight reflected in still water. Floating flowers on the surface. A smooth transition from dinner to dancing under a palm canopy. One of the most romantic reception settings in Marrakech.
Private Villa Ceremony
2–40 guests · Elopement & intimate ceremonies
Individual villas with private 15m pools and gardens for the most intimate vow exchanges. Perfect for elopements, vow renewals, and small ceremonies for 2–40 guests in complete, absolute privacy.
The Panoramic Terrace
Atlas views · Cocktail & photography
Elevated terrace with panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains and Djebilet Hills. The perfect setting for cocktails as the sky changes — and for the wedding portraits that guests frame and keep forever.
Full Property Privatisation
All 41 units · Up to 250 guests · 3+ nights
Every suite, every villa, every palace — exclusively yours for a minimum of 3 nights. No other guests anywhere on the property. The entire 12-acre estate becomes your private world.
The ideal wedding weekend

Three days of
unhurried magic.

The Palais Namaskar experience is designed for a minimum 3-night stay. Here is what a perfect wedding weekend looks like.

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Day one
Welcome
Guests arrive and discover the estate. Cocktails by the pool with the Atlas beyond. A candlelit Moroccan dinner in the courtyard garden, accompanied by live music from an oud and violin duo. The beginning of something unforgettable.
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Day two — The wedding
The big day
Spa morning in private villas. Quiet preparation. The ceremony by the lake at sunset — still water, Atlas pink with the last light. Poolside dinner as the stars appear. Dancing under palm trees until late. The most beautiful evening of your lives.
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Day three
Farewell
Morning at leisure. Fresh fruit and mint tea beside the lake. Final photographs in the gardens. A gentle brunch as the Atlas Mountains catch the morning light. Goodbyes that no one wants to say. Memories that last a lifetime.
A couple's story
Priya & Arjun
Dubai · Intimate ceremony
Lakeside ceremony · 60 guests
"We gave Ocre a Pinterest board and a budget. They gave us three evenings of magic at Palais Namaskar. The lake at sunset, the mountains behind us, the absolute stillness of that ceremony moment — our guests are still talking about it. It felt like the whole world had been paused just for us."
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Practical information

Everything you need to know.

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Capacity
Up to 250 guests with full privatisation. Lakeside garden: 250 ceremony, 200 dinner. Courtyard: 120. Poolside terrace: 200. Private villas for elopements of 2–40. Multiple spaces used simultaneously for larger celebrations.
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Budget indication
Exclusive use packages from $45,000–$70,000 for 3 nights (all 41 units). Food & beverage, event production and planning fees are additional. Full wedding weekend for 60–80 guests typically €60,000–€90,000 total. We provide full transparent breakdown.
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Booking
Book 12–18 months in advance for peak season. Minimum 3 consecutive nights for full privatisation. Very limited slots per year — Palais Namaskar accepts a small number of weddings to preserve the intimate atmosphere that makes it exceptional.
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Cuisine
Chef Antoine Perray leads a culinary team that works directly with you on menus, wedding cakes and cocktails. In-house catering only. Moroccan, Mediterranean and contemporary international cuisine. Garden picnics, intimate lakeside dinners, grand reception banquets.
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Spa & wellness
Spa Namaskar offers a full pre-wedding wellness programme. MAISON D'ASA, the trusted partner, specialises in ancient wellbeing traditions. Perfect for the morning-of ritual: hammam, massage, total calm before your celebration.
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Entertainment
Palais Namaskar welcomes live bands, DJs, Moroccan orchestras and belly dancers. The private estate setting provides significantly more flexibility on music timing than Medina venues. We coordinate all entertainment as part of our full planning service.
FAQ

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