Mazagan Beach Resort opening October 2009

Kerzner International launches a brand new tourist destination in Morocco

Opening this autumn, Mazagan Beach Resort is a unique coastal destination resort overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, located 90km south of Casablanca in El Jadida. This previously unexplored region of Morocco benefits from an all year round temperate climate and is just three hours away from London. The resort will offer a brand new golf and spa destination on the Plan Azure.

Mazagan Beach Resort is located next to the traditional Portuguese port towns of El Jadida (a UNESCO World Heritage site) and Azemmour, where guests can get a flavour of the true Morocco by shopping at the food and crafts markets, exploring the souks and perfectly preserved medina while getting lost and found in the maze of narrow lanes.

With its idyllic location right on the sandy beach, Mazagan Beach Resort will encompass a 250-hectare site including an 18-hole golf course designed by Gary Player, a 7km stretch of beach, luxury boutiques, eight restaurants, the only casino in a 200km radius, a nightclub, a spa and one of the largest conference centres in the region.

Created by Kerzner International, a leading international developer and operator of destination resorts, the stunning new 500-room resort is already accepting reservations. Designed to capture the essence of traditional Moroccan architecture, the resort will incorporate modern elements associated with Kerzner's world-class resorts.

Following an investment of 3.1 billion Moroccan Dirhams (MAD) - approximately £260million - the exciting project is set to develop the region of Mazagan and the Plan Azur into a leading tourist destination in Morocco and will provide employment for over 1,200 local people.

ACCOMMODATION
Set around a magnificent internal courtyard, the resort’s 500 rooms, suites and private Club Lounge boast unspoilt views of the ocean, lagoons, golf course, landscaped gardens and stunning swimming pool.

Every room features Moroccan inspired decor with elegant bathrooms and modern facilities including satellite television and Wi-Fi. Many of the rooms can interconnect to provide larger spaces for families. Accommodation is across four levels of the resort and includes:
· 234 King Deluxe rooms (42m²)
· 234 Deluxe Twin rooms with two queen size beds (44m²)
· 20 Mazagan Suites (82m²)
· 8 Executive Suites (140m²)
· 2 Presidential Suites (231m²)
· 2 Royal Suites (342m²) which are located on the top floor of the front corners of the building overlooking the ocean

RESTAURANTS
With eight restaurants, plus bars and lounges to suit every taste, Mazagan Beach Resort combines the best of world cuisine with the variety of Moroccan gastronomy. Guests can sip mint tea in the Lobby Lounge, indulge in a delicious pastry by the pool and snack on filled dates and baklava throughout the afternoon.
· Mediterranean Restaurant – located at the heart of the resort overlooking the landscaped gardens and pool, this restaurant serves a wide range of Italian and Mediterranean dishes and features a large terrace
· Fish & Seafood Restaurant –fresh fish specialities grilled on the BBQ and Spanish specialities such as mouth-watering tapas, traditional gazpacho and paellas. Fresh Portuguese Peri-Peri chicken is available from the rotisserie
· Market Place – Middle-Eastern, North African, Indian and Asian buffets, where guests can choose exactly how their meat or fish is cooked on one of three grills
· Moroccan Restaurant - tajines, seafood pastilles, kebabs and vegetarian couscous are served alongside delicious pastries. A selection of fine Moroccan wines are also on offer. Open evenings only
· Club Lounge – a private lounge for ‘Club’ guests located on the top floor and enjoys spectacular ocean views. It serves breakfast, snacks and drinks throughout the day

SPA & FITNESS
Nestled between the resort’s palm and orange trees, The Mazagan Spa is a haven dedicated to relaxation of the body and mind. Managed by ESPA, the spa features 12 treatment rooms overlooking the ocean, including two couples rooms and an additional luxury VIP two-person suite. A wide range of ESPA facial and body treatments are on offer and an authentic Moroccan hammam is also on site.

Fitness fans can work out in the fully equipped fitness centre, attend one of the daily pilates and yoga classes or try out some of the watersports offered at the resort including surfing, windsurfing, fishing and jet skiing. Nordic walking, tennis, horse-riding, cookery and craft classes will also all be on offer.

CASINO AND NIGHTCLUB
The Mazagan Beach Resort Casino will have over 400 slot machines and 50 gaming tables (including roulette, black jack, punto banco and poker) and will be the only casino in a 200km radius. Guests can then dance until the early hours in the Sanctuary Nightclub, designed by New York architect Jeffrey Beers, which features numerous bars and lounge areas and can host up to 1,000 guests.

GOLF COURSE
The new Mazagan Beach Resort also brings to the region a fantastic golf proposition, with an 18 hole, par 72 golf course designed by Gary Player. The course stretches along the beach and sand dunes on the ocean edge and is managed by the world-renowned golf management company, Troon Golf.

The Clubhouse comprises a restaurant and bar, a magnificent terrace overlooking the ocean, a pro-shop and dressing rooms with lockers.

RESIDENTIAL
67 private villas are also located in the grounds, close to the course, with unrestricted views of the green and the ocean. These villas are for purchase only.


FAMILY FACILITIES AND KIDS CLUBS
The Kids Club (3-11 year olds) and Teens Club (12-17 year olds) are run by a specialised team that organise a varied daily programme to ensure younger guests make the most of the resort facilities, including the beach and a dedicated swimming pool (open between 9:30 - 22:30).

The Teens Club provides a range of sports and electronic games as well as giant screens for movie fans and discos in the evenings (21:00 – 23:00).

The Baby Club is open to babies from three months upwards from 10:00am – 18:00pm. Babysitters are available outside of these hours.

CONFERENCE & MEETING FACILITIES
Mazagan Beach Resort boasts an impressive 2,000m² conference centre that can be adapted for all types of events, meetings, seminars, board meetings, business events and weddings.

It comprises a 1,130m² plenary room that can be divided into three separate function rooms of 375m², plus a 277m² sub-plenary room, which is also divisible into three 92m² rooms. In addition, there is an 84m² boardroom, numerous sub-committee rooms seating from 10-12 people, as well as a spacious lounge and exterior gardens. The conference centre can accommodate up to 1,300 people theatre style and 1,100 people for a sit down meal.

Excellent incentive programmes can also be devised thanks to the wide selection of activities offered within the resort and locally. Emphasis is placed on Moroccan culture with a program of excursions in the vicinity. Mazagan Beach Resort can also arrange for groups to come and provide entertainment in the resort, including craftsmen, dance groups and falconry demonstrations. Exclusive hire of the entire resort and its facilities is also possible.

Prices and packages
Rooms at the new Mazagan Beach Resort cost from 1,500 MAD (£116) per night.