MARRAKECH/BRUSSELS – May 17, 2016 – Radisson Blu, the iconic hotel brand driven by innovation and design, is proudly announcing the opening of their first hotel in Morocco. Located in the heart of the famous Guéliz district, Radisson Blu Hotel, Marrakech Carré Eden offers a new generation of hotel experience in Marrakech.

“Radisson Blu Hotel, Marrakech Carré Eden is the symbol of today’s contemporary Marrakech, where trendy locals meet for shopping and socializing in the fashionable Guéliz district. We are thrilled and incredibly proud to open this stylish hotel in Marrakech celebrating our heritage of design and innovation,” said Fabrice Castellorizios, General Manager of Radisson Blu Hotel, Marrakech Carré Eden.

“The Radisson Blu Hotel, Marrakech Carré Eden is another gorgeous addition to our leading upper-upscale portfolio in Africa and gives us the opportunity to introduce our iconic Radisson Blu brand to a new country. We now operate 34 hotels and resorts across Africa, and hold a pipeline of another 32 hotels to open soon,” said Marc Descrozaille, Area Vice President Africa, for The Rezidor Hotel Group.

The hotel offers 198 rooms and suites, showcasing the modern design of Lofti Sidi and Meriem Benkirane. The mood is stylishly soothing with neutral tones, natural materials such as wood, linen and canvas, and bold splashes of color. Every detail is carefully chosen to create a feeling of perfect harmony. All rooms and suites offer sophisticated modern amenities, including free high-speed, wireless Internet, air conditioning, a large-screen plasma television and a walk-in shower. And all have private balconies with unforgettable views of the hotel’s beautiful terrace and pool, the fascinating cityscape or the groovy Guéliz street life.

Guests at Radisson Blu Hotel, Marrakech Carré Eden can enjoy some of the city’s best cuisine. Designed by the acclaimed Imaad Rahmouni, Lila Restaurant & Patio offers a delicious modern take on Moroccan cuisine – with dishes ranging from tapas and sushi to delicious local Briouats – all served in a friendly, nook and cranny filled space with walls of art, a library and wine bar. The idyllic terrace is surrounded by the aquarium swimming pool, Balinese sun baths, fountains, exotic trees and gardens.

The hotel is situated just 800 metres from a 1,000 seats convention centre. The Radisson Blu Carré Eden has 12 fantastic meeting rooms, all with the latest technology and natural daylight. The stunning 1000 square meters of meeting space opens onto a large terrace with tranquil fountains – the perfect place to chill out between sessions. The 750m² Eden Spa & Fitness has 6 treatment rooms and a steam room, while the health club is equipped with Technogym and a spinning space with panoramic views, plus personal coaches and classes including Yoga or Tai Chi.