What is the story about?
A meditative Mecca for luxury consumers, the Villa Mabrouka, perched on a picturesque Moroccan cliffside, is potentially the fashion equivalent of what
48, Doughty Street in London means to bibliophiles. Located in Tangier's Kasbah area and offering mesmerising views and winds from the Strait of Gibraltar, this was the private sanctuary of late designer and visionary, Yves Saint Laurent, who credited the property and its magic in heralding the most defining era of his legacy.
Marrakech magic
Saint Laurent first visited Morocco in 1966, its sights and sounds kickstarting a deeply transformative process which refreshed his sartorial palette and creativity. Saint Laurent made Villa Mabrouka his own in 1997, purchasing the property with his (business) partner Pierre Berge. 'Villa Mabrouka' translates to 'house of luck' and now stands transformed into an intimate 12-room haven - the vision of hotelier Jasper Conran. So the magic is definitely up for grabs.An enchanting haven in itself
Villa Mabrouka is probably not the destination for those who spend very little time in their hotel rooms; for the magic of this property can only be experienced the way it's meant to be, by completely immersing oneself in it.The 1940s modernist house is wrapped in lush greens and dated walkways, each leading to glittering glimpses of the sea. Heavy, carved wooden doors throw open the path to this paradise which also boasts of two glistening swimming pools, three restaurants, a rooftop coffee and cocktail bar and three garden pavilions, best utilised for private dining.
Vintage magic marries contemporary craftsmanship
Conran's reimagination remains largely true to the property's original modernist architecture, marrying it with the essence of an English country house. And exquisite craftsmanship greets guests at every turn. Doors and windows sprawl floor-to-ceiling flooding the rooms and sweeping terraces with natural light. Additional design details include flowing voile curtains, intricate fretwork, brass hardware and veined marble, leather and reed rugs, antique embroideries and ancient tiles.A one-night stay at the Villa Mabrouka typically costs upwards of €430 (approximately ₹46,880), excluding taxes. Dining charges are separate with rooms mostly booked out for the majority of Summer.
