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Kasbah du Toubkal
Imlil, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco · Independent · Accessible Luxury
British brothers Mike and Chris McHugo rebuilt a feudal leader's summer house at Imlil in 1995 with local materials, then opened Kasbah du Toubkal as a 17-room mountain lodge. A share of guest fees funds the Imlil Village Association. Martin Scorsese filmed Kundun here, dressing the kasbah as a Tibetan monastery for the shoot; Jbel Toubkal fills the roof terrace.
- 17 rooms
- Opened 1995
About Kasbah du Toubkal
- Restored in 1995 from the ruins of a feudal leader's summer home at Imlil.
- A portion of guest fees funds the Imlil Village Association for education and infrastructure.
- Martin Scorsese filmed Kundun here, converting the kasbah into a Tibetan monastery for the shoot.
History
Founded in 1995 by British brothers Mike and Chris McHugo, Kasbah du Toubkal was restored from the ruins of a feudal leader's summer home at Imlil, using traditional techniques and local materials. Seventeen rooms now operate in partnership with the Berber community, with a portion of guest fees funding the Imlil Village Association for education and infrastructure. Martin Scorsese filmed Kundun here, temporarily converting the kasbah into a Tibetan monastery. Roof terraces look onto Jbel Toubkal.
Experiences
- Guided ascents toward Jebel Toubkal — Guided ascents toward Jebel Toubkal, described as North Africa's 13,670-foot ceiling, begin with mint tea ceremonies.
- Mint tea ceremonies — Mint tea ceremonies mark the start of guided ascents toward Jebel Toubkal.
Amenities
- Panoramic roof terraces with views of Jbel Toubkal
- Traditional Moroccan hammam (steam bath)
- On-site restaurant serving authentic Berber cuisine
- Guided mountain trekking and day excursions
- Conference and function room facilities
- Eco-friendly operations and community-led service
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