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2H50<br />

P ARIS - CASABLANCA<br />

171<br />

GUEST ROOMS & SUITES<br />

5<br />

MEETING & EVENTS ROOMS<br />

10 TO 400<br />

MEETING & EVENT CAPACITY<br />

SOFITEL CASABLANCA TOUR BLANCHE<br />

RUE BELYOUT, CENTRE VILLE,<br />

20 190 CASABLANCA, MOROCCO<br />

TEL: (+35)2 43 77 61<br />

FAX: (+35)2 42 50 91<br />

EMAIL: H6811@SOFITEL.COM<br />

WWW.SOFITEL.COM<br />

CASABLANCA TOUR BLANCHE<br />

LUXURY, MODERNITY AND<br />

TRADITION IN A GENEROUS<br />

IVORY TOWER<br />

SOARING GRACEFULLY TOWARD THE SKY, THE 24-STORY SOFITEL<br />

CASABLANCA TOUR BLANCHE IS A BRILLIANT GLASS REFUGE SPARKLING<br />

ON THE CASABLANCA SKYLINE. BARCELONA-BASED BELGIAN ARCHITECT<br />

PATRICK GENARD HAS PAID TRIBUTE TO THE “WHITE CITY” WITH AN<br />

EDIFICE THAT IS BOTH TRANSPARENT AND PROTECTIVE, OPEN AND<br />

INTIMATE. A GALA CELEBRATION OF FRANCE, MOROCCO, AND A GEM<br />

OF A CITY ON THE SEA.<br />

WHY CHOOSE SOFITEL CASABLANCA TOUR BLANCHE?<br />

Charismatically adorned with a bold <strong>in</strong>terpretation of the graceful zellige, the majestic hotel façades draws you <strong>in</strong>to a<br />

jewel-like haven <strong>in</strong> the center of Casablanca’s thriv<strong>in</strong>g bus<strong>in</strong>ess district. French designers Marc Hertrich <strong>and</strong> Nicolas Adnet<br />

have created a magical atmosphere through an artful blend of sleek, clean l<strong>in</strong>es <strong>and</strong> richly stylized Moorish ornamentation.<br />

Subtly opulent, supremely comfortable, offer<strong>in</strong>g superb d<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g <strong>and</strong> event facilities <strong>and</strong> the warmest of welcomes.<br />

THE ADDRESS<br />

In the shadow of the magnificent Hassan II<br />

Mosque, <strong>Sofitel</strong> Casablanca Tour Blanche st<strong>and</strong>s<br />

<strong>in</strong> the heart of the vibrant Casablanca bus<strong>in</strong>ess<br />

district. A stone’s throw from the Atlantic Ocean, it<br />

is just 30 m<strong>in</strong>utes from Mohammed V <strong>in</strong>ternational<br />

airport <strong>and</strong> a short ride from the lively merchants<br />

<strong>and</strong> <strong>in</strong>trigu<strong>in</strong>g passageways of the old city.<br />

CATEGORY 5 STARS<br />

Understated elegance <strong>and</strong> a sooth<strong>in</strong>g atmosphere <strong>in</strong> 141<br />

sophisticated guest rooms, plus 30 magnificent suites. White,<br />

beige, <strong>and</strong> <strong>ivory</strong> with boldly contrast<strong>in</strong>g black <strong>and</strong> select touches<br />

of flam<strong>in</strong>g color. Sleek French designs associated with plush fabrics<br />

<strong>and</strong> s<strong>in</strong>uous Oriental curves <strong>and</strong> motifs. Views of the Casablanca<br />

skyl<strong>in</strong>e <strong>and</strong> the Atlantic Ocean. Spectacular bathrooms with free<br />

st<strong>and</strong><strong>in</strong>g tubs <strong>in</strong> which to float all tension away.


AN IVORY TOWER SHINING<br />

IN THE WHITE CITY<br />

RESTAURANTS & BARS<br />

Delight all of your senses with f<strong>in</strong>e cuis<strong>in</strong>e <strong>and</strong><br />

select dr<strong>in</strong>ks <strong>in</strong> the highly sophisticated, utterly<br />

enchant<strong>in</strong>gly sett<strong>in</strong>gs.<br />

ARABESQUE<br />

<strong>Sofitel</strong> Casablanca Tour Blanche has named this<br />

restaurant for the most enthrall<strong>in</strong>g of Oriental<br />

motifs—curvaceous, graceful, subtly mischievous…<br />

The essence of aromatic Moroccan cuis<strong>in</strong>e <strong>in</strong> a<br />

luxuriant atmosphere featur<strong>in</strong>g supple leather,<br />

crushed velvet, <strong>and</strong> the shimmer<strong>in</strong>g light of brass<br />

lanterns. Savor <strong>tradition</strong>al specialties <strong>in</strong>terpreted<br />

with modern f<strong>in</strong>esse dur<strong>in</strong>g convivial mealtimes<br />

bound to foster wonderful memories.<br />

L’ATELIER D’ORIENT<br />

A gastronomic voyage throughout the flavorful<br />

Orient, all the way to the Far East. The <strong>in</strong>imitable<br />

flavors of Moroccan, Lebanese, Turkish,<br />

<strong>and</strong> Asian cuis<strong>in</strong>e celebrated with style <strong>and</strong><br />

blended as if engaged <strong>in</strong> a passionate, multi-<br />

cultural conversation. Sleek monochromatic<br />

décor featur<strong>in</strong>g modern French furnish<strong>in</strong>gs<br />

complemented by <strong>tradition</strong>al Moroccan art <strong>and</strong><br />

crafts—<strong>in</strong>tricate carv<strong>in</strong>gs, golden brass, <strong>and</strong><br />

vibrant splashes of rich color.<br />

CASART<br />

Discover an extraord<strong>in</strong>arily designed, truly<br />

irresistible bar concept. A brilliant white lacquer<br />

isl<strong>and</strong> <strong>in</strong> the middle of a sprawl<strong>in</strong>g lounge,<br />

beckon<strong>in</strong>g you for an <strong>in</strong>timate dr<strong>in</strong>k for two.<br />

Then unfold<strong>in</strong>g to welcome a whole group<br />

of guests gathered to share <strong>in</strong> a champagne-<br />

tast<strong>in</strong>g adventure. A glamorous sett<strong>in</strong>g with a<br />

warm atmosphere to unw<strong>in</strong>d, meet friends, <strong>and</strong><br />

appreciate the spirit of Casablanca.<br />

INSPIREDMEETINGS<br />

& EVENTS<br />

Treat bus<strong>in</strong>ess associates or guests to allur<strong>in</strong>g, high-<br />

tech meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms <strong>and</strong> lounges where strik<strong>in</strong>gly<br />

modern designs are set off by Art Deco motifs, f<strong>in</strong>e<br />

French-style woodwork, <strong>and</strong> calligraphy-<strong>in</strong>spired<br />

furnish<strong>in</strong>gs. Choose from a range of adaptable small<br />

<strong>and</strong> medium-sized rooms benefit<strong>in</strong>g from natural<br />

light<strong>in</strong>g <strong>and</strong> flexible set ups. Host memorable large-<br />

scale gather<strong>in</strong>gs <strong>in</strong> the superb ballroom, where artful<br />

<strong>in</strong>terplay between light <strong>and</strong> shadow create a magical<br />

ambiance for exceptional even<strong>in</strong>gs.<br />

LE PENTHOUSE<br />

Like a private villa, float<strong>in</strong>g 24 stories above<br />

Casablanca <strong>and</strong> overflow<strong>in</strong>g with the city’s grace<br />

<strong>and</strong> <strong>generous</strong> spirit. An extraord<strong>in</strong>ary venue<br />

bound to thrill your guests at luxurious private<br />

events <strong>and</strong> celebrations. Let our team turn your<br />

vision <strong>in</strong>to reality with customized menus <strong>and</strong><br />

always elegant, theme-<strong>in</strong>spired decoration.<br />

LEISURE & WELL-BEING<br />

The marvelous So SPA at <strong>Sofitel</strong> Casablanca Tour<br />

Blanche is an irresistible <strong>in</strong>vitation to <strong>in</strong>dulge. Boldly<br />

chic <strong>in</strong> black <strong>and</strong> white, with spr<strong>in</strong>kles of lights like<br />

stars <strong>in</strong> the vast Moroccan sky. Enjoy a <strong>tradition</strong>al<br />

hammam adorned with delicate mosaic. Benefit from a<br />

wide range of <strong>tradition</strong>al <strong>and</strong> <strong>in</strong>novative massages<br />

as well as superlative French beauty treatments.<br />

Take advantage of state-of-the-art fitness equipment;<br />

swim or lounge by the heated pool; emerge refreshed,<br />

reenergized, <strong>and</strong> ready to go! The city of Casablanca<br />

has it all. Buzz<strong>in</strong>g streets, peaceful gardens, <strong>and</strong><br />

a lively port, plus f<strong>in</strong>e shopp<strong>in</strong>g at the luxurious<br />

Morocco Mall <strong>and</strong> excit<strong>in</strong>g restaurants <strong>and</strong> nightclubs.<br />

Have the hotel concierge arrange an architectural tour<br />

<strong>and</strong> feast your eyes on <strong>in</strong>ternational contributions<br />

to the city, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g French neo-classical <strong>and</strong> Art<br />

Deco façades <strong>in</strong> the “new town”. W<strong>and</strong>er through<br />

narrow streets <strong>and</strong> charm<strong>in</strong>g craftsmen’s shops <strong>in</strong> the<br />

<strong>tradition</strong>al Habous neighborhood, <strong>and</strong> take the time to<br />

see the awe-<strong>in</strong>spir<strong>in</strong>g Hassan II mosque. For fresh air<br />

<strong>and</strong> greenery, lounge <strong>in</strong> the sprawl<strong>in</strong>g Parc de la Ligue<br />

Arabe, right <strong>in</strong> the middle of the city.<br />

CURRENCY<br />

Moroccan dihram (MAD)<br />

TIME ZONE<br />

GMT<br />

FORMALITIES<br />

Valid passport <strong>and</strong> visa for non-European, Swiss, or<br />

Canadian citizens.<br />

CLIMATE<br />

Mild Mediterranean climate throughout the year, with<br />

occasional fall <strong>and</strong> w<strong>in</strong>ter ra<strong>in</strong>s, dry summers, warm<br />

days, <strong>and</strong> cooler even<strong>in</strong>gs.<br />

Average temperatures: January 13°C, April 18°C, July<br />

24°C, October 20°C.

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