Samanah Golf Club stands as one of Marrakech’s most prestigious championship golf venues, positioned just 15 minutes from the vibrant city centre. Opened in 2009 and crafted by the world-renowned Nicklaus Design team, the club has earned a reputation for offering one of the purest and most visually striking desert-style golf experiences in Morocco.
Set on a vast 300-hectare estate, the landscape blends naturally sculpted desert contours with manicured fairways that feel both generous and demanding. The design follows classic Nicklaus principles: wide landing zones off the tee to encourage confident driving, paired with strategically placed bunkers, waste areas and angled green complexes that require accuracy and intelligent shot-making. Stretching to more than 6,800 metres from the championship tees, the 18-hole par-72 layout provides a genuine test for low handicappers while remaining highly enjoyable for mid-cap players thanks to multiple tee options.
The desert identity of Samanah is central to its character. Traditional rough is replaced by golden sand, natural shrubland and carefully contoured waste areas that shape the course visually and strategically. The fairways weave across open plains, gentle undulations and sweeping corridors framed by the expansive Moroccan landscape. Its greens are frequently praised as some of the best in Marrakech — large, true, quick and well protected by deep bunkers and run-off zones that reward thoughtful approach play.
One of the club’s most iconic elements is the uninterrupted view of the Atlas Mountains. Towering peaks dominate the backdrop, especially throughout the back nine, creating an atmosphere that feels vast, serene and entirely unique. The tranquillity of the desert setting adds to the overall experience, making each hole feel immersive and spacious.
Samanah’s facilities complement the quality of the course. The clubhouse blends contemporary comfort with subtle Moroccan architecture, offering panoramic terraces, a refined restaurant, a stylish bar, professional locker rooms and a well-stocked pro shop. Practice facilities are extensive, featuring a large driving range, short-game areas and putting greens — ideal for warm-ups or focused practice sessions.
As a host of major tournaments and international events, Samanah Golf Club is consistently praised for its immaculate conditioning, championship-level design and refined desert-golf environment. It is considered one of the most complete and satisfying golf experiences in Marrakech, particularly suited to players who enjoy strategic, spacious and beautifully maintained desert courses.
