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Turning sustainability into a joyful experience

Sustainability is too often presented as a constraint: something to sacrifice, avoid or do less of. We believe it can be the opposite. When brought to life through hospitality, it can spark curiosity, pleasure and connection, inviting guests and colleagues to experience a destination more deeply.

Through our four signature programmes, colleagues guide guests in discovering and connecting more deeply with the natural world.

The new Mandarin Oriental Biodiversity Kids Club brings families closer to the natural world through playful, science-led discovery.

The MO Family Day, celebrated annually, extends this spirit to colleagues and their families, bringing them together to explore the ecosystems surrounding our properties.

Our culinary experiences turn food into a lasting memory of place, with seasonal ingredients, local provenance and biodiversity reflected in every dish.

Our wellness experiences remind us that sustainability also starts from within, creating space to restore balance and reconnect with ourselves, with others and with nature.

Together, these experiences make sustainability sensorial, personal and joyful. They replace obligation with discovery, turning understanding into care while enriching the guest experience, strengthening colleague pride and celebrating the distinctive character of every destination.

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A Living Garden

Beyond the walls of the Medina, Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech unfolds as a fragrant oasis where hospitality is shaped by the landscape itself. Set among olive groves, gardens and palms against the backdrop of the Atlas Mountains, the resort’s relationship with nature is expressed through the rhythms of the estate and the experiences it creates for guests.

This connection is perhaps most evident in the gardens. Seasonal vegetables harvested from the resort’s organic garden are served across its restaurants when available, bringing freshness, provenance and a distinct sense of place to the table. The estate’s olive trees produce a limited-edition olive oil, while honey from the resort’s apiary reflects the flavours and flora of the surrounding landscape.

The gardens are also home to a quieter story. Insect hotels provide habitat for pollinators and beneficial species, while carefully maintained beehives support local biodiversity. Organic waste is composted and returned to the soil, helping to nourish the landscape. These practices are modest by design, yet they reflect a thoughtful approach to stewardship that respects the character and ecology of the destination.