Morocco to Add 15 New Hilton Hotels Ahead of 2030 FIFA World Cup

Author: Oumaima Moho AmerPublished on: April 9, 2026Country: Morocco

Travel & Tourism

Morocco plans to open 15 new Hilton hotels, more than doubling its current network of 12 properties in the country. This expansion, aimed at supporting the rise in tourism ahead of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, is expected to create over 2,000 direct jobs. The projects include brands such as Tapestry Collection and Curio Collection, with hotels planned for Casablanca, Marrakech, and Nador.

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