Fairmont Tazi Palace is a luxury hotel built around Palais Tazi, a residence first conceived in 1926 for a Moroccan adviser to the sultan. It sits in the Jbel Lekbir area, surrounded by woodland and with panoramic views over the city, which gives it the feel of a private estate rather than a city hotel. The restored palace and its gardens hold 133 rooms and suites, a spa of about 2,500 square metres, a main pool and a vitality pool, a children's club, and a collection of restaurants and bars that includes a breakfast room, an afternoon tea room and a speakeasy-style bar. It is the right choice for a honeymoon, an anniversary or a few days of proper rest after the bustle of the medina, and it suits travellers who value space and service over walking distance to the sights.
Location and getting around
The hotel stands on a hill outside the old town, about a 23-minute drive from Tangier airport and roughly 12 minutes by car from the port, according to its property page. It is not a walk to the medina, and some guests report there is little within walking distance and no regular shuttle into town, so plan on taxis or a driver for each outing.
A golf club and a shopping centre are within a short walk, but the real draw is the grounds. Free covered valet parking makes it easy if you arrive by car.
Rooms and atmosphere
There are 16 room types, from Deluxe rooms to multi-bedroom suites and rooms with terraces, each individually furnished and fitted with air conditioning, a large smart television, a workspace and a rainfall shower. Public spaces mix Moroccan craft with a polished international finish, and the palace gardens are a highlight for a morning walk. The outdoor pool is seasonal, open from April to October, and one dining venue closes for part of each year, so check which restaurants are open for your dates.
Who it suits and good to know: it works well for couples, families who want a children's club and a spa, and business travellers. Breakfast is a buffet served in the morning and is charged separately according to the property page, and early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee.
Rates sit at the top of the Tangier range, with the best value in the cooler months. It is the least convenient base for a day-by-day sightseeing schedule and the most relaxing for a restful stay, so many guests split their trip between here and a medina riad.
Why stay here
- ✓Restored palace and gardens
- ✓Spa of about 2,500 square metres
- ✓Seasonal outdoor pool and vitality pool
- ✓Several restaurants and bars
- ✓Fitness center open 24 hours
- ✓Children’s club
- ✓Free covered valet parking
- ✓Electric car charging
Good questions
Is Fairmont Tazi Palace close to the medina?+
No, it is on a hill outside the old town, so expect to take a taxi or a driver for sightseeing. Tangier airport is about a 23-minute drive away.
Does the hotel have a pool and spa?+
Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool open April to October, a vitality pool in the spa and a large spa with treatments. Check which facilities are open on your dates.
Is breakfast included?+
A daily buffet breakfast is offered, and the property page shows it as an extra charge for adults and children. Confirm what your rate includes when you book.
