The signing is a strategic milestone for both partners and for the destination. For Ennismore, it affirms the brand’s conviction that Marrakech belongs in the same conversation as the world’s great luxury resort cities. YAMED has always been driven by the ambition to develop a true lifestyle destination in an exceptional location in Marrakech — one that goes beyond real estate to create a holistic living experience rooted in design, culture and hospitality. This vision has been brought to life through its collaboration with the Delano brand, whose global reputation and distinctive positioning have played a key role in shaping and elevating the project.
Born in Miami, Delano redefined modern luxury, creating spaces where design, experience and service came together in instinctive ease. Today, the brand is shaping a bold new global chapter, expanding across renowned cities and resort destinations, with highly anticipated openings in Miami, London, New York and now Marrakech. Long celebrated for its rich heritage and vibrant cultural scene, Marrakech provides a compelling backdrop for Delano — a place where tradition and contemporary creativity exist in constant dialogue. As a city shaped by craftsmanship, art, music and gathering, it offers a natural setting for Delano’s social spirit, where meaningful connections, cultural exchange and shared moments are at the heart of the experience.
Delano Marrakech Hotel & Residences enjoys a rare and privileged position in Marrakech, surrounded by a rich blend of leisure and cultural landmarks. The destination is defined by the vibrant Medina of Marrakech, the tranquil Jardin Majorelle, and sweeping views towards the Atlas Mountains. This unique setting reflects Marrakech’s dynamic character, where heritage, nature and contemporary lifestyle converge, alongside renowned golf courses including Royal Golf Marrakech and Amelkis Golf Club, offering guests access to a unique range of experiences.
Delano Hotel & Residences Marrakech will comprise 130 guestrooms, including a curated selection of suites and private villas, as well as around 80 villa-style branded residences. Delano’s signature blend of contemporary design and whimsical charm is introduced to locally inspired architecture and landscaping, resulting in a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living. Designed as Delano’s social epicentre, the main pool sets the tone — a sun-drenched setting that transitions from laid-back days to a more elevated social scene. This is complemented by a refined wellness offering, including an expansive spa, fitness facilities and racket courts, alongside a collection of event and meeting spaces designed to host gatherings, celebrations and cultural moments. The property will be brought to life by leading architects and interior design firm Elastic Architects, in collaboration with Ennismore and Yamed’s in-house team. The Delano residences will launch sales in late 2026, followed by the hotel opening in 2030.
Branded Residences
The first Delano residences outside the United States will offer a collection of four- to six-bedroom villas with private pools. The residences will offer an array of bespoke spaces exclusive to homeowners, including a private lobby, lounge, fitness centre, clubhouse, and screening room, delivering a highly curated lifestyle that combines the privacy of a home with the service, culture, and community of a Delano hotel. In alignment with Delano’s legacy of crafting highly immersive, personalised experiences, a range of tailored shared services — such as concierge, valet parking and 24-hour doorman service — will be available to all owners to ensure an effortless, seamless residential experience. Residents will also be able to enjoy a full suite of on-demand services as needed, including in-residence housekeeping, dry cleaning and laundry, pet services, and a “While You Are Away” maintenance package.
Food & Beverage
Food and beverage will sit at the core of the resort’s offering, serving as a defining expression of Delano’s world. Curated through Ennismore’s global and integrated F&B platform, Paris Society, the property will present a distinctive collection of destination-led venues, each designed to shape the rhythm of the guest experience from day through to late night. In addition to two iconic F&B brands opening in Marrakech for the first time, Café Delano will serve as a signature ritual space, transitioning effortlessly from morning coffee to relaxed afternoon gatherings. At the centre of it all, the opulent Rose Bar will bring Delano’s unmistakable after-dark energy to Marrakech — a sensual, cinematic setting where intimate moments evolve into magnetic late-night experiences.
Wellness & Retail
Wellness will be anchored by The Source by Delano, the brand’s refined approach to modern wellbeing, balancing restoration with expression. Moving beyond traditional spa concepts, it will offer immersive rituals, movement-led experiences and social wellness programming designed to foster both personal renewal and connection. Rooted in local traditions and materials, the experience will feel both globally relevant and deeply connected to place. Throughout the property, a carefully curated retail and lifestyle offering will extend the Delano experience beyond the stay, including Nothing Finer, the brand’s design-led retail platform — a living expression of Delano’s original ethos, bringing together timeless taste, editorial curation and objects of desire.
The signing ceremony for Delano Hotel & Residences Marrakech on April 22, 2026, was attended by Gaurav Bhusan, Group CEO of Ennismore; Louis Abboud, Group Chief Growth Officer & COO of IMEAT & APAC for Ennismore; and Karim Beqqali, Founder and CEO of Ynexis Group.
Ennismore’s Continued Growth Across Mediterranean Destinations
Ennismore continues its growth across Europe and North Africa, in particular in key Mediterranean coastal destinations. Delano Hotel & Residences Marrakech will join existing Ennismore properties, including Mondrian Cannes and Mama Shelter Marseille, France; SLS Barcelona, Mondrian Ibiza and Hyde Ibiza, Spain; The Hoxton and Mama Shelter Rome, Italy; Hyde Bodrum, Turkey; and Rixos Montaza Alexandria, Egypt. Flagship properties opening soon include the hotly anticipated Luura — Cliff Paros, Greece (part of the Morgans Originals collection); Mama Shelter Casablanca, Morocco; Rixos Cairo, Egypt; and The Hoxton Madrid and the first SLS-branded residences in Europe, SLS Madrid Infantas Residences, Spain.
