Jose Vargas
A Palace that Feels Like a Poem
Some places are built; others are born. Palais Ronsard, hidden in the lush embrace of Marrakech’s La Palmeraie, belongs to the latter. It is not just a hotel — it is a living work of art, a love letter to craftsmanship, culture, and timeless beauty.
Here, architecture becomes poetry. Every arch and courtyard, every tile and terrace, every whisper of wind through a carved doorway is part of a narrative — one that celebrates both heritage and heart.
A Vision Born from Poetry and Passion
Named after Pierre de Ronsard, the French Renaissance poet who immortalized love and beauty in his verses, the palace carries his spirit in its design.
Conceived by architect Gil Dez and brought to life by Adriana Karembeu and Aram Ohanian, Palais Ronsard was imagined as a retreat for the soul — a dialogue between Moorish majesty, French romanticism, and modern restraint.
The vision was never simply to create a luxury property, but to build a timeless sanctuary — a space that feels alive, contemplative, and profoundly human.
Where Morocco Meets the Mediterranean
The palace draws upon the DNA of Moroccan architecture — arched doorways, zellige mosaics, tadelakt walls, carved cedar ceilings — yet reinterprets them with a distinctly European elegance.
Grand colonnades open into still courtyards where light dances across fountains. Long corridors alternate between shadow and sun, guiding guests like verses in motion. It’s a choreography of form and feeling — a rhythm of geometry softened by nature.
This is where Moroccan soul meets Mediterranean grace — a perfect equilibrium between structure and serenity.
Interiors with a Soul
Inside, Palais Ronsard unfolds like a private collection of worlds. Each room and suite feels personal — layered with textures, memories, and artistry.
Antique French armoires and velvet settees rest beside Moroccan brasswork. Hand-painted tiles meet linen drapery. Every space has its own emotional tone — some romantic, others meditative — yet all share a common thread: authentic character.
There is no formula, no repetition. Only soul — expressed through craftsmanship and detail that invites you to linger, touch, and feel.
A Design for the Senses
The genius of Palais Ronsard’s design lies not only in what you see, but in what you sense. The cool marble beneath your feet, the flicker of lantern light, the scent of cedarwood and rose, the gentle hum of fountains — every element is designed to ground you in the present moment.
It’s architecture as mindfulness, luxury as emotion. The Winter Garden Restaurant, with its floral murals and glass walls, glows like a greenhouse of dreams. The lounge, adorned with velvet and brass, hums softly with jazz-era charm. Everywhere, beauty is balanced with intimacy — the space feels alive, yet utterly at peace.
The Dance of Indoors and Outdoors
Moroccan architecture has always blurred the line between inside and outside, and Palais Ronsard continues that tradition with grace. Nearly every room opens to a terrace, a courtyard, or a private garden perfumed with roses and citrus.
The palace’s heated pool, framed by sculpted columns and marble detailing, feels like an oasis of calm — a reflection of the sky itself. Here, architecture doesn’t separate you from nature; it guides you back to it.
More Than a Place — A Living Work of Art
What makes Palais Ronsard extraordinary is that its beauty isn’t ornamental — it’s emotional. The architecture invites you to slow down, to look deeper, to feel more.
It doesn’t seek to impress. It seeks to embrace. Every angle, every texture, every shadow feels intentional, designed not to overwhelm but to awaken quiet awe.
This is a palace that breathes — not as a monument, but as a muse.
The Art of Staying
To stay at Palais Ronsard is to experience design not as luxury, but as language — one that speaks of peace, elegance, and belonging. It’s the rare kind of beauty that whispers instead of shouts, that lingers long after departure.
In a world of spectacle, Palais Ronsard reminds us that true elegance is restraint, and true design is empathy.
Because here, every line is love, every space is story — and every guest becomes part of the art itself.
