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Hotel Borj Rabat – A member of Barcelo Hotel Group

Hotel Borj Rabat – A member of Barcelo Hotel Group – Modern elegance in Morocco’s capital


🏙️ Rooftop infinity pool | 🍸 Panoramic sky bar | 💆 Premium wellness centre | 📍 Steps from the Medina | 🍽️ Moroccan fusion dining

Experience a sophisticated stay at this 5-star hotel, which has been designed to redefine luxury in the heart of Rabat. Located just a short distance from the historic Hassan Tower and the vibrant Mawazine stages, you’ll enjoy a unique blend of contemporary architecture and traditional Moroccan hospitality. It’s the perfect base for exploring the capital’s culture before retreating to a calm, stylish sanctuary with views overlooking the Bouregreg River.


Rooms

  • Air-conditioned rooms with sleek, modern décor
  • Free high-speed Wi-Fi
  • Flat-screen TV with international channels
  • Coffee and tea making facilities
  • Rain shower and premium toiletries
  • Safety deposit box and mini-bar
  • Large windows with city or river views

Dining

Your culinary journey starts with a rich buffet breakfast featuring local pastries and fresh, seasonal fruits. The hotel offers flexible meal plans including Bed and Breakfast and Half Board. In the main restaurant, you can enjoy the sensory delight of aromatic Moroccan spices mixed with international fusion cuisine. For a memorable evening, head to the rooftop sky bar where you can sip a chilled drink and watch the sunset over the Atlantic horizon.


Pools and Spa

You can take a refreshing dip in the rooftop infinity pool, which offers a breathtaking vantage point over the city skyline. If you are looking for deeper relaxation, the hotel features a state-of-the-art wellness centre. Please note that the use of the Spa centre, including the sauna, steam room, and various massage treatments, may be subject to additional charges.


Beach

The golden sands of Rabat Beach are located approx. a 10-minute drive from the hotel. This public beach is a popular spot for a refreshing walk along the Atlantic coast. As this is a public area, any beach services such as sun loungers or umbrellas are not managed by the hotel.


Sport and Entertainment

Keep up with your fitness routine in the well-equipped gym, featuring modern cardio and weight machines. After your workout, the atmosphere shifts to a more relaxed pace; the hotel’s lounge areas provide a chic setting for tranquil relaxation. The central location also means you are within easy reach of the city's best galleries, theatres, and the picturesque Bouregreg Marina.


Family Amenities

Families are well-catered for with a range of convenient facilities to make your stay easier. Children will enjoy the variety of options at the breakfast buffet, and the hotel provides cots upon request to ensure everyone gets a good night's sleep. The rooftop pool area is also a great spot for a supervised family splash while taking in the views.


Attractive Location

  • Approx. a 15-minute walk to the iconic Hassan Tower
  • Within walking distance of the historic Medina and its souks
  • Approx. a 10-minute drive to the Rabat-Ville train station
  • Approx. a 20-minute drive from Rabat-Salé Airport
  • Approx. a 90-minute drive from Casablanca and its international airport

Hotel Facilities

General

  • Number of bars/lounges: 1
  • Number of restaurants: 2

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Activities

  • Fitness facilities

Food & Drink

  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Coffee/tea in common areas

Pools and wellness

  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Health club
  • Turkish bath/Hammam
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
  • Spa services on site
  • Sauna

Front-desk/reception area services

  • Express check-in
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Concierge services

Shared spaces

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Terrace

Cleaning services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking

Business facilities

  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Shops

  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Shopping on site
  • Hair salon

Other facilities

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Lift

Location

Rabat, Morocco

Address: Place Sidi Makhlouf, Rabat, Morocco

Reviews

3.9/ 5GoodAverage review rating
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miriam sNov 2026
1.0/ 5

“Absolutely Disappointing – Nowhere Near a 5-Star Hotel”

This hotel was advertised as a 5-star property, but honestly, it did not even meet the standards I would expect from a 2-star hotel. The hotel was extremely outdated, worn out and looked poorly maintained. There was also a musty, unpleasant smell, which made the room feel even more uncomfortable and uninviting. The room was so unpleasant that I couldn't even bring myself to sleep properly in the bed. I only managed to lie on top of the bed for a few hours, keeping my sweater on top of me as a makeshift cover, simply counting down the hours until I could leave. I did not feel comfortable enough to get under the covers. The bathroom was equally unpleasant and certainly did not reflect the standards of a hotel claiming to be 5-star. The entire experience was extremely disappointing. I honestly couldn't wait to get out of there. It is misleading to advertise a hotel in such a dated, worn-out and poorly maintained condition as a 5-star property. A hotel should be rated according to its actual condition and the experience it offers its guests. In my opinion, this hotel should not be listed as a 5-star property under any circumstances. The advertised rating was completely out of line with reality. I would not recommend it to anyone expecting even a remotely luxurious experience.

  • Stayed in Nov 2026
Cara GSept 2026
5.0/ 5

“We really enjoyed our stay and would **definitely return**. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **Fantastic hotel – excellent value and service!** We booked this hotel at very short notice after having an issue with our original accommodation, and we honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. They were able to accommodate us **the same day**, and we were able to check in immediately, which was incredibly helpful after a stressful situation. The room was **clean, comfortable and quiet**, with no issues with noise during our stay. Towels were provided daily, the room was cleaned every day, and we were also provided with complimentary water, tea and coffee. The location was great too. It’s **not far from the marina**, with the option to walk or easily use the tram, making it very convenient for getting around. The hotel has a **fantastic atmosphere**, and the staff were incredibly helpful, friendly and welcoming throughout our stay. Nothing seemed too much trouble. The **rooftop bar and pool were amazing** and made the hotel feel like an even better place to relax. Pool towels were also provided, which was a great added touch. Most importantly, the hotel was **excellent value for money**. After a stressful experience with our original accommodation, this hotel was exactly what we needed — clean, comfortable, quiet and well looked after, with great facilities and genuinely helpful staff. We really enjoyed our stay and would **definitely return**. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • Stayed in Sept 2026
LordListerSept 2026
1.0/ 5

“Avoid Like the Plague”

Avoid like the plague: unkind personnel, lost my laundry and I had to threaten to call the tourist police to recover it. Breakfast unfit to a self-styled luxury hotel

  • Stayed in Sept 2026
ahmed12026Aug 2026
5.0/ 5

“Touria,oumaima,amin,nabil roomservice”

Are very nice genuine and hardworking people are very helpful with any problem you have it really feels like a vacation with these people who are happy to help,serve you amin is a very respectful man very kind and always will help u with anything

  • Family
  • Stayed in Jul 2026
Dua BJul 2026
2.0/ 5

“Bad mattress and no prayer mat”

We stayed at the Barcelo hotel for 3 nights. The first night we arrived we put our bag in the hotel room and left and came back later in the evening. We then called reception to hear if they had any prayer mat for us. They said they didn’t have any at this time of the day. We then asked for 2 extra towels one for praying and one for bath (we were 2 persons and we only had one towel in the room). The mattress was hard and bumpy like in the pictures, and a good bed is crucial for a hotel. The next day we asked the staff for the prayer mat and the cleaning lady overheard and was kind to ask if we wanted to borrow hers. But we respectfully declined since we were going to need the prayer mat for the whole stay. We were told there wasn’t any prayer mat by the staff. So we got a curtain to pray on for the rest of our stay. Which is crazy to me since Morocco is a muslim country and I except there to be a prayer mat in the room. We had to ask for toilet paper each day and extra shampoo because they give you so little. They don’t provide toothpaste so we had to get that ourselves. The staff was the only great thing about the hotel, and it was nice they spoke english.

  • Stayed in Jul 2026
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