Tourism and hospitality in Morocco

A snapshot of Morocco's tourism and hospitality sector — destinations, chains, jobs and training.

Last updated 2026-04-18

Tourism is one of Morocco’s strategic sectors, supported by a rich cultural heritage (UNESCO-listed medinas of Fez, Marrakech, Essaouira and Rabat), both Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines, and a globally recognised desert-travel offer. It is a major earner of foreign currency and a significant non-agricultural employer.

Destinations

  • Marrakech — sector leader, culture and MICE.
  • Agadir — Atlantic seaside.
  • Casablanca — business travel.
  • Fez, Meknes, Rabat — cultural and heritage tourism.
  • Tangier, Tetouan, Saidia, Marchica — Mediterranean tourism.
  • Ouarzazate, Drâa Valley, Merzouga — desert and adventure.
  • Essaouira, Chefchaouen — boutique tourism.

Chains and groups

  • International — Marriott, Accor (Ibis, Novotel, Sofitel), Four Seasons, Hyatt, Hilton, Radisson, Fairmont, Kempinski.
  • Moroccan — Risma (Accor franchises), Maamora (Atlas), Oum Palace, Diwan, Tikida.
  • Independent riads in the medinas.

Roles

  • Accommodation — front-desk, concierge, housekeeping, hotel management, revenue management.
  • F&B — kitchen (chef, sous-chef, station, pastry), service, sommelier, banqueting, bar.
  • Sales & marketing — revenue management, MICE sales, e-commerce, community management, yielding.
  • Guides and DMCs (destination-management companies).
  • MICE / events — project managers and logistics coordinators.

Training

ISITT Tangier, OFPPT hotel schools (Casablanca, Marrakech, Agadir, Fez, Ouarzazate), specialised tourism institutes (Fez, Mohammedia), private schools. Language requirements — French and English essential; Spanish for the Mediterranean coast.

Find openings

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