The course at a glance
- Designer
- Cabell B. Robinson
- Opened
- 2013
- Green fee
- 2026-27 rate not yet published; bucket of balls included
- Caddie
- At least one caddie per group, 200 MAD per round, paid in cash
- Access
- Km 12, Amizmiz road
Designed by Cabell B. Robinson, the Fairmont Royal Palm course is an 18-hole par 72 reaching 6,608 metres from the back tees. It covers 75 hectares at kilometre 12 of the Amizmiz road, and its holes wind around five lakes, facing the foothills of the Atlas. The greens are bent grass and the fairways Bermuda; the 8th and 12th share a crescent-shaped double green.
Good to know: play is restricted to golfers with a valid golf licence and a handicap of 28 or better, and a caddie is required for each group (200 MAD per round).
Sources: royalpalmgolfmarrakech.com, frmg.ma, top100golfcourses.com (checked 8 Oct 2026).
Playing Fairmont Royal Palm: practical information
Access
The estate is at km 12 on the Amizmiz road, 12 km from the medina according to the hotel, and a 25-minute drive from the centre according to Top 100 Golf Courses. The hotel quotes 15 to 20 minutes from Marrakech-Menara Airport (RAK).
Best season
From October to April, average highs in Marrakech range from 19 to 28.5 °C; in January the average low is 6 °C. In July and August highs reach 37 to 38 °C, so book an early tee time.
Where to stay
The Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech is the course’s hotel: the 18-hole course is part of the estate.
Frequently asked questions
How long from the airport to Fairmont Royal Palm?
15 to 20 minutes from Marrakech-Menara, according to the hotel.
What is the best time to play Fairmont Royal Palm?
October to April, with average highs of 19 to 28.5 °C.
Are there access requirements at Fairmont Royal Palm?
Yes: the course is reserved for players with a valid golf licence and a handicap of 28 or better, with one caddie per group.
How much is a green fee at Fairmont Royal Palm?
The 2026-27 rate is not published: we quote the green fee when you book. A bucket of balls is included; allow 200 MAD per round for the caddie, paid in cash.
How many holes does the Fairmont Royal Palm course have?
18 holes, par 72, 6,608 metres from the back tees, over 75 hectares around five lakes; the 8th and 12th share a crescent-shaped double green.
Who designed the Fairmont Royal Palm course?
Cabell B. Robinson; the course opened in 2013 at km 12 on the Amizmiz road, about 12 km from Marrakech.
Sources: Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech, FRMG, Fairmont Royal Palm Golf & Country Club, Royal Palm Golf Marrakech, rates, Top 100 Golf Courses, Domaine Royal Palm, WMO normals 1991-2020, Marrakech (NOAA/NCEI), Royal Palm Golf Marrakech, access conditions (checked 09/10/2026).






