It’s not a secret that Marrakech is hot – really hot. Summer can be been brutal with few days reaching over 50C. In such a hot climate people are constantly looking for places to cool off.
If you’re coming to Marrakech and enjoy swimming or laying out by the pool and/or have children I HIGHLY recommend booking a riad or hotel that has a pool or plunge pool. Our boys loved this giant bathtub like swimming pool at Riad Dar Darma.
In the center of Gueliz the brand new Radisson Blu features a rooftop pool that is ideal to cool down. They however don’t offer day passes so you’ll need to be an overnight guest to use the facilities.
If you want to book a stay somewhere that has a pool you can use there are several options, but be advised these are all located outside of the central medina.
Yes, Marrakech does have waterparks. Though neither are inside the city center. For a day out with kids when you just don’t want to deal with the souks, this is the ticket!
Oasiria is on the edge of Marrakech and they offer a complimentary shuttle departing from Jemma al Fna and across the street from McDonald’s in Gueliz. Kids prices are 120dh or less, depending on the childs’ height.
18km outside Marrakech is the Aqua Mirage Club. As well as having a waterpark it has a connected hotel if you want to stay more than just the day. There is a wide variety of slides and swim areas for all ages.