Dress code, reservations and the Pierre Hermé tea rooms: hotel‑specific rules
La Mamounia enforces an elegant dress code across its restaurants and bars (no plastic sandals/flip-flops; shorts not allowed in bars/restaurants after 6pm; children under 12 are exempt for shorts). Reservations—especially for Le Marocain and the Pierre Hermé tea rooms—are recommended and may be made by phone or email; non-resident guests may dine at the hotel venues.
In this guide
- Dress code at La Mamounia
- How to make reservations (restaurants, bars, spa and tea rooms)
- Pierre Hermé tea rooms: Le Salon de Thé and Le Menzeh
- Venue-specific notes: Le Marocain, brunch and small-venue rules
- Children, pools and pets—how rules affect reservations and dress
- Booking, ID and payment rules that affect reservations
Dress code at La Mamounia
La Mamounia requires elegant attire in all its restaurants and bars. Plastic sandals and flip-flops are expressly not permitted for men or women.
Shorts are not allowed in bars and restaurants from 6:00 pm onward. Children under 12 may wear shorts or bermudas without restriction.
- Required: smart / elegant clothing in restaurants and bars
- Not permitted: plastic sandals or flip-flops (men & women)
- Evening restriction: no shorts in bars/restaurants from 6:00 pm
- Child exception: children under 12 may wear shorts/bermudas
| Area | Dress rule |
|---|---|
| Restaurants & Bars (general) | Elegant attire; no plastic sandals/flip-flops |
| Bars & Restaurants after 6pm | Shorts not allowed (children under 12 exempt) |
| Pierre Hermé tea rooms | Elegant but more relaxed — still follow general rules |
How to make reservations (restaurants, bars, spa and tea rooms)
Reservations for restaurants and private dining can be made by phone or email; the hotel lists a direct phone number and a restaurants email for bookings. Non-resident diners are welcome, so booking ahead is practical at peak times.
For spa treatments and certain signature experiences (hammam, duo cabins, or private services) pre-booking is strongly recommended to secure preferred times.
- Phone (restaurants): +212 5243-88600 (hotel contact listed for dining reservations)
- Email (restaurants): restaurants@mamounia.com
- Book early for Le Marocain (limited seating) and weekend brunches
- Spa La Mamounia: book treatments in advance via the spa or concierge
| Service | How to reserve |
|---|---|
| Restaurants & Bars | Phone +212 5243-88600 or restaurants@mamounia.com |
| Spa treatments & hammam | Via Spa La Mamounia or concierge (advance booking recommended) |
| Pierre Hermé tea rooms | Reserve through hotel restaurants contact; walk-ins accepted subject to availability |
Pierre Hermé tea rooms: Le Salon de Thé and Le Menzeh
La Mamounia operates two Pierre Hermé tea venues: Le Salon de Thé (set around an Andalusian patio) and Le Menzeh (a garden pavilion). Both serve Pierre Hermé pastries and savoury items; Le Menzeh offers a Moroccan Afternoon Tea between 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm.
These tea rooms are part of the hotel's restaurant offer and follow the hotel’s general reservation and dress-code rules. If you need a guaranteed table—especially for afternoon tea or weekends—reserve in advance.
- Le Salon de Thé par Pierre Hermé: open at varied hours; set around an Andalusian patio
- Le Menzeh par Pierre Hermé: garden pavilion; Moroccan Afternoon Tea served 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Tea-room reservations: use the restaurants phone/email; non-resident guests may be admitted
| Tea room | What to expect | Hours / Note |
|---|---|---|
| Le Salon de Thé par Pierre Hermé | Pierre Hermé sweet & savoury selection; Andalusian patio setting | Hours vary — check with concierge |
| Le Menzeh par Pierre Hermé | Garden pavilion; Moroccan Afternoon Tea with ice creams, pastries & chocolate | Afternoon Tea 2:00 pm–5:00 pm |
Venue-specific notes: Le Marocain, brunch and small-venue rules
Le Marocain is an evening-only Moroccan restaurant (7:00 pm–11:00 pm) with limited seating—seating is capped and early booking is strongly recommended. The hotel recommends reserving ahead to secure a table.
The Pool Pavilion runs daily breakfast and lunch services and a Sunday brunch that includes desserts by Pierre Hermé; weekend brunches and poolside slots fill quickly in high season.
- Le Marocain: open 7:00 pm–11:00 pm; limited to 50 guests (reserve early)
- Le Pavillon de la Piscine: breakfast, lunch, and Sunday brunch (12:30 pm–3:30 pm on Sundays)
- Sunday Brunch: includes Pierre Hermé desserts—reserve if attending on-site or as a non-resident
| Venue | Key times |
|---|---|
| Le Marocain | Dinner 7:00 pm–11:00 pm |
| Le Pavillon de la Piscine (Pool Pavilion) | Breakfast 7:00 am–11:00 am; Lunch 12:30 pm–3:00 pm; Sunday Brunch 12:30 pm–3:30 pm |
| Le Bar Majorelle | 11:00 am–1:00 am |
Children, pools and pets—how rules affect reservations and dress
La Mamounia is family-friendly; children of all ages are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Children 4–12 receive a 50% dining discount in the hotel restaurants.
The indoor spa pool is reserved for guests aged 18 and over, or 16 if accompanied by an adult; it is exclusively for resident guests. The outdoor pool is open to all guests during posted hours. Small dogs under 8 kilos are allowed in rooms and in specified dining areas.
- Children: welcome; dining discount (4–12 years) applies
- Indoor spa pool: 18+ (or 16 with an adult); resident guests only
- Outdoor pool: open to all guests (hours may vary; check season/Ramadan changes)
- Pets: small dogs < 8 kg allowed in rooms and on lead in public areas; permitted at Terrasse du Bar Italien and Le Pavillon de la Piscine
| Item | Policy |
|---|---|
| Children in restaurants | Children 4–12 get 50% discount; under-12 shorts exception |
| Indoor spa pool | Resident guests only; 18+ (16 with adult) |
| Pets | Small dogs <8 kg allowed in rooms and some dining venues |
Booking, ID and payment rules that affect reservations
A valid credit card is required to guarantee most bookings; advance payment is generally not obligatory, but deposits are required for Signature Suites and Riads. The primary guest at check-in must be at least 18 years old and must present valid photo identification.
The hotel accepts major credit cards and cash; cheques are not accepted. If you plan to reserve special dining or spa experiences, check whether prepayment or a deposit is required at booking time.
- Booking guarantee: valid credit card required for most reservations
- Deposits: may be required for Signature Suites and Riads
- ID: primary guest must be 18+ and present valid photo ID at check-in
- Payment: cash and major credit cards accepted; no cheques
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum age to book | Primary guest must be 18 or older |
| Identification at check-in | Valid photo ID (passport or driving licence) |
| Payment methods | Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, cash |
