An hour drive south from Marrakech into the foothills brought us to the village of Amizmiz and the precious Maroc Lodge Atlas Mountain Retreat.The peaceful boutique hotel’s restaurant is where we had our breakfast and dinners — many birds singing to us in the courtyard. Maroc Lodge.A warm fire, candlelight and a good home cooked meal was a nice way to end a tranquil gentle rainy day. Maroc LodgeThe lodge’s owner Bruno Dubois-Roquebert — standing under his father’s portrait. His father — a surgeon for King Mohammed V in Rabat — bought this property in 1939. Bruno regaled us with stories after dinner from his background transporting artworks — to his meeting Pierre Bergé and assisting with the Berber Museum at Majorelle Gardens. Bruno is presently on their Board of Directors!Amizmiz suffered a devastating earthquake in 2023 which is now mostly all recovered — Maroc Lodge luckily did not have damage. Due to the rains we unfortunately did not explore the surrounding area.The garden pathways are softly lit at night with lovely lanterns. Only a third of the property is developed– leaving the rest natural for future walking paths. Maroc LodgeOur large villa under huge olive trees — aptly called ‘Serenity’ by previous guests — furnished with family furniture and Berber artifacts. Architect Claire Patteet was hired to make this vision a reality to honor Bruno’s father. Maroc LodgeAnother wander through the gardens by a wonderful stone wall. We can appreciate why Bruno is a natural fit for the Marjorelle Gardens Foundation. It was our privilege to have time here and a visit with him.The gorgeous infinity pool! We would love to come back and enjoy it on a warmer day. This is a special mountain retreat — consider making some time in your life to be here. Maroc Lodge Atlas Mountain Retreat.
