The Waldorf Astoria Rabat Salé has officially opened its doors within the Mohammed VI Tower, a 55-storey skyscraper that stands as Morocco’s tallest building and the third tallest in Africa. Located on the banks of the Bouregreg River, the hotel offers sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and the twin cities of Rabat and Salé.
The tower itself is a landmark: it appears on the 200 dirham banknote and sits near UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Kasbah of the Udayas and Hassan Tower. Guests are also within easy reach of the medinas of both Rabat and Salé, as well as the Zaha Hadid-designed Grand Theatre of Rabat.
A New Benchmark for Luxury in Morocco’s Capital
Guy Hutchinson, President of Middle East & Africa for Hilton, said: “Morocco represents one of the world's most rapidly evolving destinations, welcoming more than 18 million tourists in 2025, with Rabat playing a growing role in the national ambition to reach 20 million by 2030. We are proud to bring the iconic Waldorf Astoria brand to Rabat-Salé, setting a new benchmark for refined luxury in Morocco's capital.”
The property spans just 55 rooms and suites, each with a dedicated personal concierge. This intimate scale is a deliberate choice, emphasizing exclusivity over volume. The hotel also houses one of North Africa’s largest private art collections, with more than 7,000 works displayed across rooms and public spaces.
Wellness and Dining with a View
The Waldorf Astoria Spa occupies the 31st and 32nd floors, overlooking the Atlantic. It includes six treatment rooms, a traditional hammam, a detoxifying Iyashi dome, a heated quartz sand table, an ice room, and a sauna. An indoor pool and a 24-hour gym complete the wellness facilities.
Dining options centre on Peacock Alley, the brand’s signature lounge for afternoon tea, coffee, and cocktails. The hotel’s design incorporates celestial motifs, including a planetarium-inspired clock that tracks the solar system alongside Moroccan time.
For fine dining, Aldabaran — named after the star that marks the bull’s eye in the Taurus constellation — is helmed by world-renowned chef Alain Ducasse. The menu emphasises seasonality, with dishes such as roasted lamb saddle with vegetable caponata and line-caught sea bass with artichokes and radicchio.
This opening comes as luxury hospitality continues to expand across Europe and the Mediterranean. Recent high-profile reopenings include Florence's Villa San Michele and Aman Sveti Stefan in Montenegro, both of which underscore a growing demand for exclusive, culturally immersive stays.
Morocco’s tourism sector is on a strong upward trajectory, with Rabat increasingly positioned as a cultural and business hub. The Waldorf Astoria Rabat Salé is likely to attract both international travellers and regional visitors seeking a high-end gateway to the country’s heritage and natural beauty.
