The book La Mamounia Marrakech by Laurence Benaïm, released in English in September 2025, is a tribute to the legendary La Mamounia hotel, which first opened its doors in 1923 in the Hivernage district of Marrakech. The author invites the reader to (re)discover the elegance, refinement, tradition, and timeless beauty of this special place that captivates both through its architecture and its soul.

The hotel has earned distinguished recognition, including the “Hotel of the Year” award from the World Travel Awards in 2015, and accolades from Condé Nast Traveler in 2018 and 2021. The book highlights the hotel’s close relationship with artisans and artists, showcasing details such as mosaics, arches, and the ornate design elements that serve as living voices of Marrakech’s cultural identity.

Across 208 pages filled with vivid imagery, stories, and a sense of luxury, it includes accounts from famous guests like Juliette Binoche, Salma Hayek, Adrien Brody, Joan Collins, Miranda Kerr and others, who share memorable moments among the gardens and spaces of the hotel.

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