At a Glance
- Elegant boutique resort with private pools and views of Morocco’s serene Oualidia Lagoon.
- Gourmet seafood and oyster tastings highlight the best of Morocco’s Atlantic culinary heritage.
- Spa, hammam, birdwatching, and paddleboarding offer a full spectrum of relaxing experiences.
Situated along Morocco’s Atlantic coast between Casablanca and Essaouira, La Sultana Oualidia is a secluded sanctuary overlooking a tidal lagoon famed for its pink flamingos, oyster farms, and gentle surf.
This boutique, Relais & Châteaux-listed resort seamlessly blends Moroccan craftsmanship with modern comfort, offering a rare and tranquil escape amid saltwater beauty and timeless Berber heritage.
A lagoon-side jewel of Moroccan refinement
Set against the protected Oualidia Lagoon, La Sultana features just 12 individually styled suites and rooms—each a work of art showcasing zellige tilework, carved cedar wood, and tadelakt walls. Many include private heated pools, hot tubs, and terraces with sweeping views of lagoons or gardens.
The property is enveloped by palm trees, banana plants, and cascading bougainvillaea, creating a tropical oasis. From the arched stone colonnades to antique Berber décor, every corner of La Sultana feels handcrafted for privacy, romance, and understated opulence.
Nature, oyster farms, and ocean encounters
The Oualidia Lagoon is Morocco’s secret coastal gem—offering safe waters for paddleboarding, kayaking, and boat tours led by local fishermen. Guests can glide across the mirror-like bay at dawn or enjoy curated oyster tastings on a traditional felucca.
For those seeking beach solitude, the Atlantic breakers are a short stroll or boat ride away, offering golden sands and oceanfront relaxation. The biodiverse lagoon is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, home to flamingos, herons, and egrets throughout the year.
Moroccan cuisine with a coastal twist
Dining at La Sultana is an immersive gastronomic affair. Seasonal, organic ingredients are sourced locally—including from the hotel’s own gardens and the nearby oyster beds.
Signature dishes include, Lagoon oysters served raw or grilled, enhanced with citrus or harissa oils, Tagines of local lamb and wild herbs, slow-cooked over open fire and Freshly caught Atlantic fish, prepared daily by the chef.
Guests can dine al fresco on the panoramic terrace, on the beach, or privately in-suite—with candlelight and soft Moroccan music adding to the ambience.
Wellness, sustainability & quiet indulgence
The La Sultana Spa, nestled in a stone grotto, draws inspiration from ancient Moroccan rituals. Signature treatments include black soap scrubs in the marble hammam, argan oil massages, and rosewater facials. There’s also a heated seawater pool and yoga by the lagoon.
Sustainability is integral to La Sultana’s ethos—solar heating, water recycling, and support for local artisans are just part of its low-impact luxury strategy. The resort also works to preserve the fragile lagoon ecosystem through eco-tourism and community partnerships.
Signature luxury: a Moroccan secret worth discovering
Rates start from $650 per night, offering an experience of intimate, refined luxury for honeymooners, nature lovers, and global tastemakers. Whether sailing through still waters, indulging in gourmet oysters, or sinking into spa serenity, La Sultana Oualidia is Morocco’s quietest and most exquisite coastal treasure.
