Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie
Palmeraie | Morocco
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Set in the lush palm groves just outside Marrakech, Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie is a relaxed All Inclusive resort where wide lawns, three pools and views of the Atlas Mountains set the scene for easy-going days. With Star Camp kids’ clubs, splash park, adults-only pool and a huge choice of activities, it works as well for active couples as it does for families who want resort comfort plus hassle-free access to the Medina.
Palms, pools and Atlas Mountain backdrops – Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie feels like a contemporary riad-style village in the green belt of Marrakech. Spend lazy mornings between the heated adults-only pool and the splash park, drop the kids at Star Camp, then take the free shuttle into the Medina for maze-like souks and sunset on Jemaa el-Fna. Back at base, All Inclusive dining, Moroccan à la carte dinners and easy-going entertainment keep evenings simple.
For couples and families who want Morocco’s culture without sacrificing resort downtime, Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie delivers a smart balance: All Inclusive ease, a fantastic pool scene and a huge activity line-up, all wrapped in the calm of Marrakech’s famous palm grove. It’s around 45 minutes from Marrakech (RAK) airport by coach. See more Morocco holidays.
Hotel Overview | Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie
Highlights
🍽️ All Inclusive with buffet & Moroccan à la carte
🏊 Fantastic pool scene with adults-only pool & heated options
🏸 Wide choice of sports: tennis, gym, dance & team games
👨👩👧 Fun for all the family with splash park & Star Camp kids’ clubs
🧩 Interconnecting rooms for larger families
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout
Rating and Board
Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 318 | Floors: 3 | Lifts: 7
Board options: All Inclusive
Child age: up to 14 years (for child pricing and kids’ facilities).
Location | Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie
Location
Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie is tucked in the tranquil Palmeraie district – Marrakech’s iconic palm grove just beyond the city’s northern edge. Here you’re surrounded by more than 100,000 swaying palms and landscaped gardens, offering a resort-style escape that still keeps the Red City within easy reach.
Spend mornings by the pool or at the spa, then hop on the hotel’s complimentary shuttle into the Medina to dive into the souks, street food and rooftop terraces. Come evening, retreat back to the calm of the palms with mountain silhouettes on the horizon.
Distances and Transfers
Free shuttle bus to the Medina (hotel-run)
Jemaa el-Fna square: approx. 11km
Marrakech Medina: approx. 13km
Approx. transfer time from airport: 45 minutes from Marrakech Menara (RAK).
Map
Palmeraie, Marrakech Area, Morocco
Facilities and Rooms | Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie
Restaurants and Bars
All Inclusive at Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie revolves around varied, family-friendly dining and easy poolside options.
Oasis Buffet Restaurant is the main hub, serving buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner with international favourites, Moroccan specialities and show cooking at dinner. Expect tagines, grills and plenty of choice for younger palates. Gentlemen are usually asked to wear long trousers in the evening.
For something more atmospheric, Jawhara Moroccan Restaurant offers à la carte dinners highlighting local cuisine – think slow-cooked meats, spiced vegetables and fragrant couscous. One dinner here per stay is typically included with All Inclusive (reservation required, subject to availability).
During the day, a Food Truck and snack options keep everyone fuelled between pool sessions. Drinks are covered by a trio of bars:
– Argarnier Lobby Bar (approx. 09:00–00:00) for coffees, pre-dinner cocktails and nightcaps
– Container Pool Bar and Zen Pool Bar (approx. 10:00–18:00) for chilled drinks by the water
The All Inclusive package usually includes buffet meals, one Moroccan à la carte dinner per stay, snacks for at least 3 hours per day, and local wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks for at least 12 hours daily. Exact timings, reservations and any supplements can vary seasonally. What All Inclusive typically includes.
Pool Areas and Beach
You’re in inland Marrakech here, so it’s all about the pool scene rather than the beach – and Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie doesn’t disappoint.
There are two main outdoor freshwater pools, including a dedicated adults-only pool for quieter swims, plus a lively main pool with activities and music. Both feature spacious sun terraces with loungers and parasols. The pools are typically heated from 1 November to 31 March, weather permitting, making this a strong winter-sun choice.
Kids are drawn to the colourful splash park, with tipping water bucket, jets and sprinklers – ideal for cooling off between Star Camp sessions. Pool towels are provided with a refundable deposit, so you can travel light.
Please note that facilities and heating are weather dependent and age/height restrictions may apply in the splash area.
Spa, Sports and Other Facilities
Active days are easy to come by here. The air-conditioned gym features cardio machines, free weights and fixed strength equipment for proper workouts, while the sports programme can include:
– Tennis, basketball, badminton & volleyball
– Table tennis & darts
– Athletics-style sessions and dance classes
Entertainment runs most of the year with organised daytime activities – from arts and crafts to small team games and family challenges – and evening shows such as live music, quizzes, karaoke, mini-disco and professional performances. Programme and dates vary seasonally (often 22 Dec–01 Sep and 01 Sep–21 Dec with different schedules).
For wind-down time, head to the spa, where you’ll find a Turkish bath and a menu of massage and beauty treatments (18+; extra charges apply), plus an on-site hairdresser for holiday cuts and styling.
Practical touches include a 24-hour reception, concierge-style assistance, currency exchange, luggage storage and a shuttle bus service to the Medina.
Rooms
Rooms at Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie are bright and contemporary, with fresh white tones, splashes of colour and either balcony, terrace or direct garden access. All feature: free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, air-conditioning, shower bathroom, hairdryer, safety deposit box, and room cleaning with linen and towel changes on request. Many also include a minibar (local charge).
Double Room with Garden Access
Sleeps: 2–3
Ground-floor rooms that open directly onto the gardens from a private terrace – ideal for families with buggies or those who prefer step-free outdoor space.
Double Room with Panoramic View
Sleeps: 2–3
Upper-floor rooms with balcony and elevated views across the palm-filled grounds or towards the Atlas Mountains. Includes minibar (chargeable).
Double Room with Garden View / Priority Location
Sleeps: 2–3
Comfortable doubles with balcony or terrace overlooking the gardens. Priority Location rooms are better positioned within the complex – closer to main facilities or in more desirable spots.
Double Room with Pool View
Sleeps: 2–3
As above but overlooking the pool area – handy if you like to be close to the action. Also available for sole occupancy.
Double Room with Atlas View
Sleeps: 2–3
Balcony or terrace rooms facing towards the Atlas Mountains for those classic Marrakech vistas.
Interconnecting Double Rooms
Sleeps: 4–6 plus 1 infant
Two standard double/twin rooms with an internal connecting door – a great set-up for larger families wanting extra space and two bathrooms while staying close together.
Single Rooms & Sole Use Options
Several categories, including Garden View, Atlas View, Pool View and Garden Access, are available for sole occupancy – ideal for solo travellers or one parent with a child.
*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.
Activities & Experiences
Hotel Activities
⚽ Multi-sports: tennis, basketball, badminton & volleyball
🏋️ Air-conditioned gym with cardio & strength equipment
🎯 Table tennis & darts
🎭 Organised daytime entertainment (seasonal) with arts & crafts, team games, family activities & water-based fun
🌙 Evening entertainment (seasonal): live music, in-house shows, bingo, quizzes, karaoke, mini-disco & professional performances
💦 Splash park play sessions for younger guests
🎨 Star Camp kids’ clubs (typically 4–7yrs & 8–12yrs) with games, sports & creative activities
Guest Services
🛎️ 24-hour reception & concierge-style assistance
💱 Currency exchange (local charges may apply)
🧳 Luggage storage
🚌 Free shuttle bus to Marrakech Medina (hotel-run; schedule may vary)
🧴 Spa with Turkish bath & massage treatments (18+, extra charge)
✂️ On-site hairdresser
👨👩👧 Star Camp children’s clubs and playground
🌐 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
🧺 Pool towels available with refundable deposit
Practical Info
Good to know
• Location: Palmeraie, just outside Marrakech – a calm palm grove area around a 10–15 minute drive from the Medina (traffic dependent).
• Destination airport: Marrakech Menara (RAK), approx. 45 minutes by coach.
• Currency: Moroccan Dirham (MAD).
• Language: Moroccan Arabic and French are widely spoken; English is common in hotels.
• Time difference: usually GMT+1 relative to the UK (may vary with daylight saving).
• Typical flight time from UK: around 4 hours.
• Local costs (approx.): local beer from ~£3.50; meal for two from ~£33, depending on venue.
• Sustainability: hotel is listed as a certified sustainable property, supporting eco-friendly practices in areas such as energy, water and waste (programme details may change over time).
Hotel details and facilities are based on supplier descriptions and may change seasonally, particularly entertainment, All Inclusive hours, opening dates and heated pool schedules. Always check your travel documents and speak with reception on arrival for the most up-to-date information. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Morocco advice.
Prices and Book | Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie
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FAQs | Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie suitable for families?
Yes. The hotel is designed with families in mind, offering a splash park, children’s playground, Star Camp clubs for ages 4–7 and 8–12 years, family-friendly entertainment and the option of interconnecting double rooms that sleep up to 6 people. The All Inclusive set-up also makes budgeting with kids much easier.
2. What’s included in the All Inclusive at Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie?
The All Inclusive package typically includes buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main Oasis restaurant, plus one à la carte dinner per stay at Jawhara Moroccan Restaurant (reservation required, subject to availability). Snacks are served at selected times between meals for at least 3 hours per day, and a selection of local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks is available for a minimum of 12 hours daily. Exact inclusions and timings can change seasonally, so always check the information provided on arrival.
3. Is there an adults-only area at the hotel?
Yes. Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie features an adults-only outdoor freshwater pool with its own sunbathing area, giving couples and friends a quieter spot away from the main activity pool and splash park. The adults-only pool is usually heated between November and March, subject to weather conditions.
4. How do I get from the hotel to Marrakech Medina and Jemaa el-Fna?
The hotel runs a complimentary shuttle bus to the Medina, making it simple to access the souks and main sights without needing a taxi. Jemaa el-Fna square is around 11km away and the heart of the Medina is about 13km from the resort. Shuttle frequency and timings can vary, so check the latest schedule with reception when you arrive.
5. What are the rooms like at Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie?
Rooms are modern and comfortable with air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, shower bathroom, TV, hairdryer and a balcony or terrace in most categories. Options include Garden Access rooms on the ground floor, Panoramic and Atlas View rooms with elevated vistas, Pool View rooms close to the action, and interconnecting doubles for larger families. Several room types can also be booked for sole occupancy, making the property a good fit for solo travellers.
6. When is the best time to visit Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie?
Marrakech is a year-round destination. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are popular for warm days and cooler evenings – perfect for sightseeing and pool time. In winter, daytime temperatures are milder but both main pools are usually heated from 1 November to 31 March, making winter sun stays attractive. Summer can be very hot, so expect to spend more time around the pools and in air-conditioned spaces.
7. Does Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie have a gym and spa?
Yes. There’s an air-conditioned gym equipped with cardio machines, free weights and resistance equipment, plus a spa area offering a Turkish bath and a range of massages and beauty treatments. Spa facilities and treatments are for guests aged 18 and over and carry an additional charge.
8. Is Wi-Fi free at Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in rooms and public areas, so you can keep in touch, stream or work remotely if you need to.
9. How long is the transfer from Marrakech Airport to Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie?
The transfer from Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) to Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie usually takes around 45 minutes by shared coach, depending on traffic and drop-off route. Private transfers are often quicker and can be arranged at the time of booking with Travelisto.
10. Is Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie a sustainable hotel?
The property is described as a certified sustainable hotel, meaning it participates in recognised environmental and social responsibility programmes. Typical initiatives might include energy-efficient systems, reduced plastic use, responsible water management and local community support. Specific certifications and actions can evolve over time, so ask at reception if you’d like to know more during your stay.
























