4 things I loved about the Park Hyatt Marrakech — and why it’s a steal using points

World of Hyatt
points are among my treasured currencies from the points and miles ecosystem. And on a recent trip to Morocco — which was on
TPG’s Where to Go in 2025 list
— for the inaugural of
Delta Air Lines’ new flight from Atlanta to Marrakech
, World of Hyatt points proved their worth again: I was able to book the new Park Hyatt Marrakech using points instead of paying upward of $500 per night.
Right now, it’s an even better deal since you can buy World of Hyatt points with a 20% discount. That meant paying with points was a no-brainer, and I got to check out one of the world’s coolest (and newest) Park Hyatts — one that TPG has had our eyes on since 2024. I bought points for one of the nights, saving myself some money as well.
Here’s how I booked it and four reasons why I love the
Park Hyatt Marrakech
.
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You can book with World of Hyatt points earned multiple ways
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The Park Hyatt Marrakech is an expensive hotel (especially for Morocco), which is why it’s a good deal to book with World of Hyatt points.
The hotel is a Category 7 World of Hyatt property, meaning a standard award night costs 30,000 points. This is a nice deal, as rooms can easily reach over $700 a night.
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The Park Hyatt ranges from $527 a night to as much as $797 per night for an entry-level room. That means using points can save you quite a bit of money. Award availability is plentiful, though most often at the higher 35,000 points per night rate.
One tool that can help is the new
World of Hyatt award calendar
. When searching, you’ll now see a points calendar that shows when award nights are available and when they are not. As you can see in the screenshot below, there are numerous nights available for off-peak rates of 25,000 points per night.
Hyatt award calendar for Park Hyatt Marrakech. HYATT
For my stay, I spent 30,000 World of Hyatt points for one night and another 35,000 points for the second night.
Park Hyatt Marrakech redemption. HYATT
If I had paid cash, that same night would have cost nearly $718. In this case, TPG decided to purchase the points I needed for one night of the stay, allowing me to write this review. Right now, there is a great deal to
buy World of Hyatt points with a 20% bonus
, so that’s what I did. I bought 30,000 World of Hyatt points for just $624.
Buying Hyatt points. HYATT
That meant I paid just $624 for the points needed for this booking instead of $718 in cash. That’s a savings of $94. It always makes sense to do the math on buying points to see if it can save you some cash.
But you don’t have to buy World of Hyatt points — there are some other cool ways to earn a large number of points to use on booking this property.
Right now, there’s a pretty compelling deal for the
World of Hyatt Credit Card
(see
rates and fees
). Chase is offering new cardholders the ability to earn up to 60,000 points. If you apply now, you’ll earn 30,000 bonus points after spending $3,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening and up to 30,000 more bonus points by earning 2 bonus points total per dollar spent in the first six months from account opening (on up to $15,000 spent).
World of Hyatt points can also be transferred from
Chase Ultimate Rewards
at a 1:1 ratio. If you were to sign up for the
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card
(see
rates and fees
), which offers a welcome bonus of 75,000 points after you spend $5,000 on purchases within the first three months from account opening, you could earn enough points for two nights at this property just by earning the bonus on the card.
If you have the
American Express Platinum Card®
or
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express
, you can book the hotel through
American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts
and earn 5 points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels when booked through American Express Travel®. Doing so will net you perks like availability-based upgrades, a $100 credit to use on-property during your stay for drinks or meals (among other extras), complimentary daily breakfast for two and guaranteed late checkout.
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Park Hyatt Marrakech’s villas and rooms are stunning
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I adored my gorgeous upgraded room, which the hotel called the Park Suite. It measured around 750 square feet and was located on the second floor of a multiunit villa facing a large, landscaped garden. The hotel and room still felt brand-new. The air conditioning worked fabulously, and the bedding and decor touches were sumptuous throughout.
I particularly loved the little nods to Arabian style throughout the room.
The space featured a beautiful cabinet that opened up to reveal a minibar, a small fridge, a tea kettle, a Nespresso coffee machine and glassware. The cabinet had several complimentary items available for guests, including Coke and Diet Coke, as well as dried olives and delicious strawberry wafers by Maison Amaury.
There were also a small table and chairs, along with a welcome amenity, awaiting me when I checked in.
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While the room wasn’t a true suite with a separate bedroom, the bathroom and closet nearly made up a second room, as they were so large.
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The shower, made of sleek veined marble, was eye-catching, featuring Le Labo amenities and a large overhead rain shower. I could have spent hours in this bathroom.
A separate water closet held a fully automated bidet toilet.
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A double sink, complete with all the expected luxury toiletries, was equipped with lighted mirrors, and a vanity was set up with a small chair and additional lighted mirrors.
A closet took up one full wall in the bathroom and came with everything you’d expect at a luxury resort, including a safe and an ironing board with an iron.
My room also had a lovely terrace, where I sipped coffee one morning and listened to the birds singing in the sunlit garden.
Rooms at the Park Hyatt Marrakech are riad-style, meaning that three or four units share common areas, as shown in a few of the photos below.
The hotel informed me that two of its 130 rooms and suites are fully accessible, featuring roll-in showers and grab bars. Ground units are flat and would be appropriate for those in wheelchairs. Pathways are wide and have few uneven surfaces.
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My room felt like a real retreat, and I only wish I’d had more time to spend inside — but there’s too much to do at the hotel.
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The amenities at the Park Hyatt Marrakech are a spa-lover’s dream
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While the Park Hyatt Marrakech is in a part of Marrakech undergoing some development — the Al Maaden complex, about a 20-minute drive from the old town — there’s so much to do at the resort itself, so I didn’t feel too isolated. (Note that there is some ongoing construction in this area near the hotel.)
The spa complex at the resort is spectacular. It’s in its own building just a few hundred feet from the main swimming pool.
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Inside you’ll find a wellness lover’s dream scenario: a huge heated indoor pool, a hot tub with cabanas, a relaxation room and terrace, a massive gym complex, men’s and women’s hammam rooms and cold plunge tubs, and a co-ed steam room and sauna.
I treated myself to an hourlong hammam session and an hourlong massage, totaling about $250 after tip. It was worth every penny. The masseuse, Hichama, was very talented.
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There is also a multiroom gym that I used that afternoon. One room is filled with CrossFit equipment, another with Technogym weights and weight machines, and a third is only used for Pilates and yoga.
The relaxation rooms in the spa complex are extensive, with multiple areas for unwinding.
The real star of the show, however, was the indoor swimming pool. The ceiling lit up with stars as dusk fell. Cabanas, free for guest use, lined the pool and hot tub area.
The outdoor pools were also pretty fabulous, with the villas built around the main pool area. There were plenty of loungers and lifeguards, and waiters were quick to take food and drink orders and bring guests towels.
There is a second, smaller pool area, which I was told is the kids pool, but it seemed to attract more singles and fewer kids than the main pool.
In short, even if you spend most of your time at the resort, you’re unlikely to get bored, especially if you’re in search of a wellness-forward experience.
Dining options at the Park Hyatt Marrakech are extensive and delicious
There is no shortage of places to dine at the hotel, which also features an extensive room service menu and pool menu. All the food and beverages at the hotel are overseen by chef Issam Rhachi.
Tfaya Brasserie Arabesque
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Tfaya is the main restaurant the hotel refers to as a “brasserie Arabesque,” where you’ll find nightly dinner. It’s also where breakfast is served.
The night I was there, the venue was having the equivalent of an Arab-style barbecue with various grilling and cooking stations and a hot-and-cold buffet filled with wonderful Mediterranean and African dishes.
My meal cost about $92 with tip, which is pretty pricey for Morocco, but it’s an incredible meal well worth the splurge.
For breakfast, a wide array of dishes is available, including various options with distinctly Moroccan flair on a hot-and-cold buffet. There were plenty of Western choices, too, including an omelet station.
Breakfast was complimentary for me as a World of Hyatt Globalist, but for others, it costs about $37 per guest.
Pavillon Marrakech
The other large restaurant was Pavillon Marrakech, which serves menu items all day and a special dinner menu in the evenings. Patrons can dine indoors or outside by the pool.
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I had a nice dinner on my second night with a well-prepared burger and french fries, topped off with sorbet (totaling $57 after tip). The menu tilts toward comfort food but features culinary influences from both the Mediterranean and Japan (think: seafood with a twist). It’s a great place to grab some food and drinks in a more relaxed environment.
There’s also a DJ spinning light house music some nights.
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The Living Room
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The Living Room is a favorite feature at many Park Hyatts and serves cocktails and other drinks, as well as a tapas menu at night. You’ll also find an extensive book collection here and in the adjoining halls and seating areas.
I didn’t get to spend much time in the Living Room, but it was a gorgeous space — a through line throughout the hotel’s public spaces, as seen in the images above.
Bottom line
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There’s a new contender for my favorite Park Hyatt in the world. I’d place the Park Hyatt Marrakech in my top five hotels worldwide, and I cannot wait to go back to experience more of this incredible property.
It’s worth noting that the service at the hotel was impeccable, from being greeted by friendly staff at the main entrance to being served a welcome drink. A bellman even managed to fix a broken zipper on my backpack for me. Top-notch service was found at every turn.
While the somewhat remote location may not be as appealing to some as more central options like Le Meridien N’Fis, the next time I’m in Marrakech, I’ll definitely be revisiting one of my new favorite hotels.
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Editorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.