Book tip of the week: La Mamounia x Assouline

The essence of a place in words and pictures

28. September 2025

| Editorial team

The legendary La Mamounia palace hotel in Marrakesh has been considered the epitome of sophistication and Moroccan art de vivre for over a century. In collaboration with Assouline Publishing, an extraordinary book dedicated to this iconic place has been published.

Through stories, anecdotes, and personal snapshots, author Laurence Benaïm unfolds the fascinating history of the hotel –from its opening in 1923 to the present day. Accompanied by impressive imagery, the result is a vivid portrait that showcases the architecture, culture, and close connection between the hotel and its city, Marrakech.

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La Mamounia x Assouline
Author: Laurence Benaïm
Publisher: Assouline
208 pages
ISBN: 9781649804280
Price: €120

“The most beautiful place in the world”

More than just a chronicle, this publication is a tribute to the people who shape La Mamounia: guests from all over the world, passionate employees, and the city itself. The result is an invitation to immerse yourself in the special atmosphere of a place that Prime Minister Winston Churchill once called “the most beautiful in the world.”

Our conclusion

A must-have for lovers of architecture, cultural history, and luxury travel – and a coffee table book that captures the essence of a unique hotel.

Available since September 8, 2025, in the La Mamounia boutique and online.

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