Dar Ahlam Ouarzazate, Morocco

A restored 19th-century kasbah, Dar Ahlam, "the House of Dreams," is one of Morocco's most exclusive and sumptuous hideaways and with its epic desert setting, impeccable service, and intimate more-house-than-hotel feel, you may never want to wake up.

Mosaic Palais Aziza & Spa, Marrakech

Marrakech in the winter-time is the ideal mix of sunny days for city-exploring and chilly evenings for cosy fireside suppers. Set in five acres of established gardens, Mosaic Palais Aziza & Spa is a true winter sanctuary, awash with roses and Moroccan birdsong.