GITEX Africa: Hotels & Where to Stay
14 Apr – 16 Apr 2027 Palais des Congrès (Bab Jdid) 45,000+ attendees
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GITEX Africa is held at the Palais des Congrès (Bab Jdid) in Marrakech in April, with the 2027 edition continuing its status as the continent's largest technology and startup event. The show spans enterprise IT, cloud, cybersecurity, AI, fintech, telecoms, government digital services and a large startup and investor programme, drawing exhibitors, developers, buyers, ministers and venture investors from across Africa, the Middle East, Europe and beyond. It fills the Palais des Congrès and surrounding pavilions and generates tens of thousands of professional visits over its run. Because Marrakech has a finite stock of business hotels and GITEX Africa books out a large share of the city's rooms, hotels near the venue and in the adjacent Hivernage and Guéliz districts are reserved early by exhibitors, delegations and investors who need short transfers to the conference. Rooms fill fast and rates climb sharply during the event. Event Escapes shows live, bookable rates sorted by real distance from the Palais des Congrès, so you can compare genuinely near-venue hotels rather than guess from a map.
Popular areas for attendees: Hivernage (near the venue) · Guéliz · Medina.
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Event at a glance
- Dates
- 14 Apr – 16 Apr 2027
- Venue
- Palais des Congrès (Bab Jdid)
- City
- Marrakech, Morocco
- Airport
- RAK
- Attendance
- 45,000+
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Rates shown for the event window, Tue, Apr 13 → Sat, Apr 17 (arrive the day before, leave the day after) — or choose your own dates above.
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Getting there
From Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
- Menara is only a few kilometres from the city centre and the Palais des Congrès, making transfers short.
- A taxi (agree the fare or ensure the meter is used) reaches the Hivernage and venue area in around 10-15 minutes.
- Pre-arranged hotel transfers and airport shuttles are widely available and worth booking for peak arrival times.
Getting around during GITEX Africa
Taxis and reaching the venue
- Petit taxis handle short city hops; agree the fare or insist on the meter before setting off.
- The Palais des Congrès sits in the Hivernage district, walkable from many nearby hotels.
- Ride-hailing availability is limited, so plan on taxis or hotel cars during the event.
Getting around Marrakech
- Hivernage and Guéliz are the modern business districts, close to the venue and full of hotels and restaurants.
- The historic medina and Jemaa el-Fnaa are a short taxi ride away for evenings out.
- Traffic peaks around the venue at opening and closing, so allow extra time for meetings.
Visa & entry
Entry to Morocco
- Many nationalities enter visa-free for short stays, while others require a visa or an electronic authorisation arranged in advance.
- Morocco has introduced an e-visa scheme for certain nationalities; check whether it applies to you.
- Carry proof of the event, accommodation and onward travel, as these may be requested on arrival.
Entry requirements change; always verify with the official Moroccan government or nearest embassy/consulate before booking travel.
First time at GITEX Africa?
- Book early in Hivernage or Guéliz to stay within a short ride or walk of the Palais des Congrès.
- Carry some Moroccan dirham cash for taxis and small purchases, as card acceptance varies.
- April in Marrakech is warm and dry; bring sun protection for time spent moving between venues.
- Agree taxi fares before departing, as meters are not always used with visitors.
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Staying in Hivernage puts you within walking distance of the venue and the main business-dinner restaurants.
- Attend keynote and investor sessions early; networking areas fill up as the day progresses.
- Reserve dinner venues in Guéliz or the medina ahead of time, as GITEX week strains restaurant capacity.
- Pre-book a hotel car for airport departure to avoid the taxi crush when the show closes.
GITEX Africa travel FAQs
Where should I stay for GITEX Africa?
In Hivernage near the Palais des Congrès for the shortest transfers, or nearby Guéliz for more dining and a short taxi to the venue.
How early should I book a hotel?
As early as possible. GITEX Africa absorbs a large share of Marrakech's hotel stock, so near-venue rooms sell out and prices spike months ahead.
Which airport is nearest to the venue?
Marrakech Menara (RAK), only a few kilometres away, with taxi transfers to the venue area in around 10-15 minutes.
How do I get to the venue?
The Palais des Congrès is in Hivernage, walkable from many hotels; otherwise a short petit taxi or hotel car gets you there quickly.
Do I need a visa for Morocco?
Many nationalities enter visa-free for short stays while others need a visa or e-visa. Confirm your status with official sources before booking.
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