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The palace’s remarkable location. It is set in a garden of greenery in the heart of a surprisingly lush golf course and an even more surprising eucalyptus forest.
The luxury facilities, everything you’d imagine of a five-star hotel.
The light and spacious rooms. The walk-in wardrobe is to die for!
The energising breakfast that brings together the best local ingredients.
Tikida Golf Palace ★★★★★
Five serene stars in the port of Agadir.
By Amy Turner, VeryChic correspondent
I always think of port cities as the airport lounges of yesteryear. They are places of constant comings and goings and eternal hellos and goodbyes, as well as melting pots of cultures, languages and art. You find adventures reaching an end while others are just beginning. This particular adventure sees me arriving in the western Moroccan port city of Agadir, at the Tikida Golf Palace, shading my eyes against the afternoon sun.
Agadir is a hymn to the joys of living. It should therefore come as no surprise that this haven of ocean, sunshine (over 300 days a year) and desert seduces ever more visitors each year. Golf, aquatic sports, ocean and relaxation are what make this city the perfect holiday destination. 19 February 1960 was a different story. That was the day when the entire city was brought to its knees by a powerful earthquake, yet all that seems a distant memory now.
The new Agadir rose from the rubble to become one of the largest seaside resorts in Morocco. With over four miles of fine sand beaches, a year-round temperate climate that even had some of my perma-bronzed Californian friends turning pale with envy, ever-increasingly hip bars, a wealth of restaurants and a certain hotel, this city is definitely the place to be.
Away from the fizzing masses of tourists, curled up in magnificent surroundings, my new refuge awaits: The Tikida Golf Palace. Nuzzled against the pristine greenery of the Domaine du Golf du Soleil’s 18-hole golf course, the hotel enjoys an unparalleled location. I know many a man who could spend hour upon hour practising on this velvet carpet. Perhaps I’ll bring one with me next time. An extra special one. The air is spiced with the tang of eucalyptus, Moroccan roses and the many other exotic plants flourishing in this garden of Eden. There’s even a lake. I pause for a moment, overcome by the spectacular sight of glittering water where I least expected it.
Along with the greenery and sweetness of the air, the sudden rush of wellbeing is one of the first things I notice. In fact, the ambience of the place, which is somehow both convivial and intimate at once, makes me feel instantly at home. It’s the sort of place you want to share, and yet, not share too much! This tranquillity is hard won. It’s only for the lucky few…
Conceived and built in the style of a Riad, the Tikida Golf Palace has all the arabesque and Andalusian character you might imagine. The architecture, the interior design and the sumptuous courtyard patio, home to the indoor pool, are classic examples. As I step inside, I’m swept up into an oasis of serenity where time comes to a standstill. There is luxury and refinement in spades. The atmosphere is friendly and peaceful. No sooner am I through the door than the staff busy themselves taking care of my every desire and providing me with things I don’t even know I want! I am received like a VIP with fresh fruit in one hand and dainty Moroccan pastries in the other.
I arrive at my room. I had chosen a Junior Suite and I’m not disappointed; it is spacious, filled with light and has an astonishing view over the golf course. I make the space my own in record time. Born of the happy marriage between Moroccan tradition and contemporary design, the vibe that my new home exudes is totally divine. An enormous walk-in wardrobe catches my eye; Carrie Bradshaw, eat your heart out! The bathroom surpasses the highest of standards; the bathtub and walk-in shower vie for pride of place. Needless to say, all of the facilities are spectacular. Each detail has been carefully considered.
For a moment I wonder if I might head directly to the spa for a long, lazy pampering session, though a refreshing splash in the pool would also be welcome. There’s so much choice, it’s hard to know where to begin. In the end, my practical side gets the better of me and I reserve a table for the evening at “La table du golf” where an extraordinary culinary adventure awaits me.
The days unfold too fast, chased by my appetite to try everything the Tikida Golf Palace has to offer. Too soon, it’s time for my adventure to end. But for you, it could be just the beginning. I’ll only offer one word of caution, don’t wait too long before you escape to this cocoon of calm. Even the best-kept secrets get out in the end…
The new Agadir rose from the rubble to become one of the largest seaside resorts in Morocco. With over four miles of fine sand beaches, a year-round temperate climate that even had some of my perma-bronzed Californian friends turning pale with envy, ever-increasingly hip bars, a wealth of restaurants and a certain hotel, this city is definitely the place to be.
Away from the fizzing masses of tourists, curled up in magnificent surroundings, my new refuge awaits: The Tikida Golf Palace. Nuzzled against the pristine greenery of the Domaine du Golf du Soleil’s 18-hole golf course, the hotel enjoys an unparalleled location. I know many a man who could spend hour upon hour practising on this velvet carpet. Perhaps I’ll bring one with me next time. An extra special one. The air is spiced with the tang of eucalyptus, Moroccan roses and the many other exotic plants flourishing in this garden of Eden. There’s even a lake. I pause for a moment, overcome by the spectacular sight of glittering water where I least expected it.
Along with the greenery and sweetness of the air, the sudden rush of wellbeing is one of the first things I notice. In fact, the ambience of the place, which is somehow both convivial and intimate at once, makes me feel instantly at home. It’s the sort of place you want to share, and yet, not share too much! This tranquillity is hard won. It’s only for the lucky few…
Conceived and built in the style of a Riad, the Tikida Golf Palace has all the arabesque and Andalusian character you might imagine. The architecture, the interior design and the sumptuous courtyard patio, home to the indoor pool, are classic examples. As I step inside, I’m swept up into an oasis of serenity where time comes to a standstill. There is luxury and refinement in spades. The atmosphere is friendly and peaceful. No sooner am I through the door than the staff busy themselves taking care of my every desire and providing me with things I don’t even know I want! I am received like a VIP with fresh fruit in one hand and dainty Moroccan pastries in the other.
I arrive at my room. I had chosen a Junior Suite and I’m not disappointed; it is spacious, filled with light and has an astonishing view over the golf course. I make the space my own in record time. Born of the happy marriage between Moroccan tradition and contemporary design, the vibe that my new home exudes is totally divine. An enormous walk-in wardrobe catches my eye; Carrie Bradshaw, eat your heart out! The bathroom surpasses the highest of standards; the bathtub and walk-in shower vie for pride of place. Needless to say, all of the facilities are spectacular. Each detail has been carefully considered.
For a moment I wonder if I might head directly to the spa for a long, lazy pampering session, though a refreshing splash in the pool would also be welcome. There’s so much choice, it’s hard to know where to begin. In the end, my practical side gets the better of me and I reserve a table for the evening at “La table du golf” where an extraordinary culinary adventure awaits me.
The days unfold too fast, chased by my appetite to try everything the Tikida Golf Palace has to offer. Too soon, it’s time for my adventure to end. But for you, it could be just the beginning. I’ll only offer one word of caution, don’t wait too long before you escape to this cocoon of calm. Even the best-kept secrets get out in the end…
Suite Junior
Capacité maximale : 2 adultes, 1 enfant et 1 bébé / 3 adultes
- - 60 m²
- - 1 grand lit double ou 2 lits simples et 1 canapé-lit
- - Suite avec terrasse ou balcon vue panoramique sur le terrain de golf ou la piscine, télévision à écran plat avec chaînes satellite, téléphone, bureau, coffre-fort, minibar, grand dressing, climatisation, Wi-Fi
- - Salle de bains avec douche et baignoire, toilettes séparées
24-hour reception
Check in from 2pm and check out by midday- 54 suites (non-smoking)
Wi-Fi available for free in the suites and common areas of the hotel
La table du Golf restaurant serving Moroccan & international cuisine
Open from 7pm-10.30pm
Menus adapted for special dietary requirements are available on request with confirmation from the hotel
Lounge Bar
Spa: hammam, sauna, indoor pool, massage cabins - for a surcharge
Open from 10am-midday and from 3pm-8pm - access to people over 18 years
Find out more about the spa menu here
Heated pool (towels available)
Gym (open daily)
Nearest beach: 9km away. Free beach shuttle available
36-hole golf course
Free private parking
The establishment does not provide disabled and limited mobility access
Small pets are permitted in the establishment on request and for €15 per night – 5kg maximum
- The River Massa lagoon. This is an azure mirage among the ridges of the Lesser Atlas Mountains and the Atlantic dunes. It attracts over 250 species of bird and covers around 40 miles of coastline to the south of Agadir. A colonial-era pump house now serves as a hide for keeping a quiet watch on the last northern bald ibis population in the world. Sensational!
- The Al-Had Souk. This is the place to go to fill your cases with pretty purchases. You’ll find everything in this Aladdin’s cave, just take care to avoid the tourist tat!
- A tandem paragliding flight with a qualified instructor. Breathtaking!
- You must pick up some argan oil to take home. Used for centuries by Berber women to invigorate their skin, strengthen their hair and protect them from the sun and wind, you’re certain to find a use for it. You must’ve seen it popping up in your favourite cosmetics, and now you can stock up here for a shade of the price.
Tikida Golf Palace ★★★★★
Km 7 Route de Bensergao, PO Box 901
80000
Agadir
Morocco
The Tikida Golf Palace ***** is located in the Moroccan city of Agadir, in the heart of a Eucalyptus forest.
BY PLANE
Agadir–Al Massira Airport (AGA) sits 20 km / 12 mi southeast of Agadir and around 19km / 12mi (30 minutes') drive from the hotel.
The airport is fairly well served and welcomes a number of flights, regular and seasonal, from cities across Europe, including the UK.
ADMINISTRATIVE FORMALITIES
Passports must be valid for at least 6 months from your planned return date from Morocco. The names and last names on your travel documents/tickets must be identical to how they appear on your passport.
- Covid-19 health & travel rules for Morocco:
Most Covid-19 related restrictions/requirements have been lifted. However, visit the official Visit Morocco website for the most up-to-date information.
Note: before boarding their flight, all travellers must complete a health form. - Local tourist taxes are not included: €3.90 per person per night, to be paid directly to the hotel.
- The balance of your stay is to be paid directly to the hotel in its local currency (MAD). The prices shown here (in EUR) are subject to change according to fluctuations in exchange rates between now and your check in/out
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From Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Saturdays, Sundays and French bank holidays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.