Noria Golf Club
Steve Forrest of Thomson Perrett designed Noria Golf Club, which opened in 2014 on the plain south of Marrakech with the snow capped Atlas Mountains as its backdrop. A par 72 of about 7,206 yards from the tips with multiple tee options, it leads the golfer through three distinct landscapes of orchard and lavender, desert and oasis, and is one of the more relaxed, value led rounds among the Marrakech resort courses.
Photo: Christophe PETIT via Google.
The verdict
Noria is one of the newer faces of Marrakech golf, a 2014 Steve Forrest design that spreads across the plain south of the city with the Atlas Mountains filling the horizon. It plays as a par 72 of about 7,206 yards from the back, but the smart set of forward tees means it gives a fair fight to golfers of every standard rather than only the low markers.
The routing is its calling card, moving through three distinct moods, orchard and lavender near the clubhouse, a stretch of sandy desert character, and greener oasis holes around water. It is not the most decorated course in Marrakech, but it is well presented, friendly to visitors and usually keenly priced, which makes it an excellent third or fourth round on a Marrakech golf break alongside the bigger names.
Noria Golf Club at a glance
- Opened
- 2014
- Designer
- Steve Forrest
- Type
- Desert resort
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- About 7,206 yds
- Green fee
- Indicative
Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026 from leading Morocco golf databases and the club. Noria Golf Club was designed by Steve Forrest of Thomson Perrett and opened in 2014, a par 72 of about 7,206 yards from the back tees with several shorter tee options. It is a visitor friendly resort course; indicative green fees for the 2026 season are moderate for a Marrakech resort layout, often keener than the headline courses, and packages are available. Always confirm current rates and availability directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
Noria opens through orchard and lavender close to the clubhouse, the early holes generous enough to find a rhythm before the course shows its teeth. The width invites the driver, but Forrest has placed the trouble where the aggressive line meets the most reward, so picking the correct side of the fairway pays off on the approach.
The middle stretch takes on a sandier, more desert like character, with waste areas and exposed lies that ask for clean ball striking and a sensible plan rather than heroics. The greens are large and gently contoured, fair to a confident putter but quick to punish a careless lag from distance, and the constant Atlas backdrop makes club selection feel deceptively simple until the breeze gets up.
The closing oasis holes bring water into play and a touch more drama, a fitting finish on a course built for enjoyment as much as challenge. Played from the right tees it is a thoroughly pleasant, well rounded test, and a reminder that Marrakech has real depth beyond its marquee resorts.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Visitor friendly resort course; tee times are open to travelling golfers and easily packaged with a Marrakech stay |
| Green fee | Moderate for a Marrakech resort course in the 2026 season, often keener than the headline names; buggies and packages available; confirm directly |
| Booking | Reserve ahead through the club or a Morocco golf specialist, especially in the cooler peak months |
| On the day | Buggies and caddies are available; the course is walkable in the cooler season |
| Getting there | About 15 to 20 minutes south of central Marrakech and Marrakech Menara airport |
| Best months | October to April for comfortable temperatures; play early in the warmer months and avoid the midsummer heat |
Access and indicative fees verified June 2026 from the club and third party Morocco golf sources; resort rates and policies change by season, so always confirm directly before booking.
Where to stay nearby
Most visiting golfers base themselves in Marrakech, where riads in the medina and resort hotels on the Palmeraie and Agdal sides of the city put Noria and the other Marrakech courses within an easy transfer. A Marrakech base pairs world class golf with the souks, dining and culture that make the city such a rewarding destination.
For a golf focused stay, the resort hotels south of the city sit closest to Noria and several of its neighbours, cutting transfer times to a few minutes. It is an ideal region to build a multi course itinerary around, pairing Noria with Royal Golf Marrakech, Amelkis and Al Maaden across an unhurried few days.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts near Noria Golf Club.
Build a Marrakech golf trip
We book the Noria tee times, pair them with Royal Golf Marrakech, Amelkis and Al Maaden, and arrange the riad or resort around them. Tell us roughly when and who is travelling and one concierge costs it to the head, with no obligation.
Noria Golf Club questions
Who designed Noria Golf Club and when did it open?
Noria Golf Club was designed by Steve Forrest of Thomson Perrett and opened in 2014 on the plain south of Marrakech, with views of the Atlas Mountains.
What is the par and length of Noria?
Noria is a par 72 of about 7,206 yards from the back tees, with several shorter tee options that make it enjoyable for golfers of every standard.
Can visitors play Noria Golf Club?
Yes. It is a visitor friendly resort course, easily packaged with a Marrakech stay. Reserve ahead through the club or a Morocco golf specialist, especially in the cooler peak months.
What are the green fees at Noria?
Indicative green fees for the 2026 season are moderate for a Marrakech resort course, often keener than the headline names, with buggies and packages available. Always confirm current rates directly before booking.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.