Small, perfectly formed and extremely chic: the Hotel & Spa Le Doge in the centre of legendary Casablanca might just trigger your inner romantic. The story goes that, in the 1930s, an Italian businessman built this architectural gem for his Moroccan wife. Walking into the hotel, with its art deco style inside and out, is like entering a bygone era. You almost expect to see Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman descending the spiral staircase on the luxurious red velvet carpet or enjoying a sumptuous breakfast among the greenery of the roof terrace.

This hotel is all about the details: each of the 16 rooms and suites is individually designed, and this even extends to the bathrooms. With wonderfully strong colours, exquisite tiles, sophisticated decorations and the finest materials, the entire hotel exudes pure Morocco. You can also enjoy this feeling – both with your eyes and your taste buds – in Le Jasmine, the hotel restaurant managed by Azdin Fathi, who aims to create dishes with a perfect balance of complexity and simplicity. Experience authentic aromas paired with a breathtaking view of the city from the fifth floor of the hotel (a lift is available).