Four Seasons to expand Morocco portfolio

Four Seasons Hotel and Resorts and Atlantic Coast Hospitality have unveiled plans for the upcoming Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr, slated to open later this year.

Kasr Al-Bahr, meaning castle of the sea, was built as a sprawling summer palace in the 19^th century, later becoming a military hospital prior to closing in 1999. Following extensive renovations led by Moroccan-based architect Karim Chakor of META Atelier d’Architecture, the property will usher in a new era for the historic property with 204 rooms and suites overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Alongside interiors and landscaping by Roger Nazarian and Associates, the 12-acre cliffside retreat will feature seven restaurants and lounges; a spa with well-appointed treatment rooms and an indoor pool; several outdoor resort-style pools; as well as expansive conference and event space.

“As Four Seasons continues to grow its presence in Morocco, we are proud to build upon the success of our existing properties in Marrakech and Casablanca while introducing a complementary experience, this time in the nation’s capital city,” comments Bart Carnahan, President, Global Business Development and Portfolio Management, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. “We are honoured that our partners at Atlantic Coast Hospitality have chosen Four Seasons as the stewards of Kasr Al Bahr and we look forward to introducing guests to this dynamic destination through a new luxury hospitality experience marked by our renowned personalised service and quality experience.”

“As we transform Kasr Al Bahr for the future, we are proud to showcase Rabat’s history and culture while creating a world-class hospitality experience for all who visit,” says Malik Awan, Director Q Holding. “Four seasons is the ideal partner for this important project and together we are dedicated to honouring this exceptional property while offering guests the service and experiences they have grown to expect from this legendary brand.”

Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr will join Four Seasons’ growing collection of properties in Morocco, including properties in Marrakech and Casablanca.