Four hotels are offered: the Palace Es Saadi (4,100 MAD a night), the Hotel Es Saadi (2,800), the Hotel El Andalous (1,070) and the Hotel Kennedy (1,020). The Palace and the Hotel Es Saadi are in the same resort as the tournament room.

Hotel nights with breakfast, plus the buy-ins of the listed events. Five packages, from 4 to 12 nights, from 16,080 MAD (€1,510) to 70,900 MAD (€6,665) depending on hotel and events included.

Rue Ibrahim El Mazini, in the Hivernage district, Marrakech 40000, inside the Es Saadi resort. Marrakech-Menara airport is about ten minutes away by car.

A valid passport is ESSENTIAL to enter Morocco. A national identity card is not sufficient. French, Belgian and Swiss nationals do not need a visa for a tourist stay of less than 90 days.

It is generally recommended to have a passport valid for at least 6 months after the planned return date. Please check this with your travel agency or the consulate, as rules may change.

No, a standard tourist visa (or a visa exemption depending on your nationality) is sufficient. There is no special status linked to the practice of poker.

This may vary depending on the time of year. As Morocco does not follow the same clock change calendar as Europe, there can be a difference of between 0h and 2h with the Europe zone. Please check the exact time difference around 24 September to 4 October 2026.

This is a pleasant time of year: days still warm (around 25-32°C) and cooler evenings. Bring light clothing for the day and a light jacket for the evening, particularly on terraces or by the pool.

No, not in most cases: Morocco uses type C/E sockets (European standard) and a voltage of 220V, compatible with French/Belgian/Swiss equipment.

The official languages are Arabic and Berber (Tamazight), but French is very widely spoken, particularly in hospitality, business and within the casino. English is also widespread.

It is not compulsory, but strongly recommended, notably for medical costs and possible repatriation. Check whether your bank card already includes this type of cover.

No mandatory vaccination is required to enter Morocco from Europe. It is always advisable to be up to date with your universal vaccinations (DTP).

It depends on the buy-in level and the hotel chosen: return flight from France around 250-300€. The Resort Es Saadi offers accommodation from 200€. 3-4 star hotels nearby between 40 and 100 €/night, very affordable meals outside the Resort (5 to 15 €). The Resort itself is positioned as high end.

Yes, alcohol consumption is permitted for tourists in hotels, bars and the casino, but it is prohibited in public places outside these establishments.

The simplest way is by taxi. Allow around 15-20 minutes (150-200 MAD, that is 15-20€) for the journey between Marrakech-Ménara airport and the Hivernage district where the Resort is located.

It is strongly advised to confirm the price with the driver before departure. A journey from the airport to the city centre should not cost more than around 150 MAD by petit taxi.

Small taxis are fitted with a meter (practical and reliable), while large taxis generally charge around 50 MAD for this type of journey.

The availability of ride-hailing services in Morocco varies and changes regularly; some international apps may not be operational in Marrakech. The taxi remains the simplest and most widespread solution.

18 years old, as in Morocco for the legal age of majority. A piece of identification (passport) will systematically be requested at the entrance to the casino.

It is free and essential in order to play (tournaments, cash game, slot machines, table games). It is created at one of the casino's reception desks upon simple presentation of your passport. Online pre-registration is sometimes offered before the festival to speed up the process.

Nothing dramatic: present yourself at the casino reception with your passport, a new card can be issued to you.

Appropriate attire is required (no swimwear, flip-flops or shorts in the gaming rooms in the evening). During the day, more casual attire is generally tolerated for tournaments; in the evening, smarter attire is recommended in the traditional gaming lounges.

No, access to the casino is strictly reserved for adults (18 years and over), including to accompany a parent.

A companion can generally enter the common areas of the casino (bars, restaurant, cash game area) with their passport and a membership card, but access to the tournament room may be limited to registered players depending on the zones.

The casino is located within the Es Saadi Marrakech Resort, an 8 hectare, 5 star complex comprising the Hôtel Es Saadi, the Palace Es Saadi, Ksars and villas. Rooms at the Resort are in high demand during the festival and are often booked as a priority via packages won on online satellites. Numerous alternative hotels exist in the immediate vicinity (Hivernage).

The simplest solution is to win a package (accommodation included) via an online satellite organised by the operator before the festival. Otherwise, you should book as early as possible directly with the Resort, subject to availability. Numerous packages with favourable rates are offered for each festival.

The Resort has several restaurants with varied atmospheres: Mediterranean cuisine at « Autour de la Piscine », Moroccan gastronomic restaurant La Cour des Lions, Italian restaurant Othello, healthy restaurant Lagon & Jardin, as well as an emblematic restaurant within the casino (Epicurien). A Moroccan dinner show is also offered on certain evenings.

Yes, the Resort has several swimming pools, including one of the largest in Marrakech (approximately 2 400 m² on the Palace side), set within an 8 hectare park. An access card (hotel guest or specific pass) may be required depending on your status.

Yes, the Spa du Palace covers approximately 3 000 m² around a hundred-year-old eucalyptus tree, with hammam, beauty institute and signature treatments. The Hotel Es Saadi also has its own Oriental Spa.

Yes, a gym is available within the Resort for hotel guests. Please check the opening hours and access arrangements at reception.

This is the Theatro, an iconic nightclub in Marrakech located within the Resort, renowned for its shows and festive evenings that extend the festival atmosphere after the poker tables.

No: located in the quiet Hivernage district, the Resort is around 10 to 15 minutes on foot from Jemaa el-Fna square and the medina.

Yes, the Resort generally offers activities and spaces dedicated to children as well as family suites and connecting rooms. Please remember that access to the casino remains strictly forbidden to minors.

Yes, private parking is generally available on site for guests of the Resort and the casino, particularly for those arriving by hire car.

The programme is generally designed so that the day's tournaments finish at a reasonable time, allowing you to join the evenings afterwards. This can, however, vary depending on turnout during the Day 2/Day 3 of the major tournaments.

Marrakech offers many possibilities: a visit to the medina and the souks, the Majorelle Gardens, the Bahia Palace, excursions to the Atlas Mountains or the Agafay desert, a traditional hammam, local gastronomy (tajine, couscous, pastries).

It depends on the edition: some festivals offer a programme of activities for accompanying guests. Please check with the Resort concierge or the organiser.

Yes, the medina and its souks, renowned for Moroccan craftsmanship (carpets, leather goods, spices, lamps), are accessible on foot or by taxi from the Resort within a few minutes.