Must-see hotels in Draa Valley

  • Erg Chigaga Luxury Desert Camp

    Draa Valley

    A pebble's throw from Erg Chigaga's highest dune, this luxurious tented camp has 13 sumptuous tents furnished with wall-to-wall carpets, handcrafted beds…

  • Riad Dar Sofian

    Zagora

    This super-stylish desert oasis exudes understated luxury. The fabulous pisé (rammed-earth) edifice was constructed by a team from Skoura, while craftsmen…

  • Azalai Desert Lodge

    Zagora

    On the edge of the palm grove, the eight super-stylish rooms at this modern-Moroccan lodge are all individually decorated – think Paul Bowles’ battered…

  • Kasbah Azul

    Draa Valley

    Ensconced in lush greenery, this contemporary kasbah has nine beautifully furnished bedrooms, with art-filled walls and colourful polished plaster…

  • Camp Al Koutban

    Draa Valley

    Wild Morocco's secluded desert camp is just a 90-minute round-trip hike from Erg Chigaga's tallest dune. Hike – or let a camel take the strain – sandboard…

  • Bab El Oued

    Draa Valley

    In a palm-shaded, walled organic farm, these ecofriendly bungalows rock hand-carved wooden doors, carpets from nearby Tazenakht, palm-beamed ceilings and…

  • Auberge Restaurant Chez Ali

    Zagora

    The peacocks stalking around the gorgeous garden may be aloof, but otherwise the welcome here is warm. Sky-lit upstairs rooms have simple pine furnishings…

  • Kasbah Timidarte

    Draa Valley

    Live like a kasbah dweller has for centuries. Seven rammed-earth rooms ring a central sky-high courtyard, with smooth tadelakt (waterproof plaster) walls…

  • Dar Sofar

    Draa Valley

    This bijoux guesthouse has just four spacious rooms, all brightly decorated in local crafts and fabrics. They lead on to a pretty patio garden with plenty…

  • La Dune Blanche

    Draa Valley

    Surrounded by low dunes 20km south of the village of Tagounite, accommodation here is in pisé (rammed-earth) cottages dressed with fabric to mimic the…

  • Dar Sidi Bounou

    Draa Valley

    A desert dream: dunes in the backyard, sand hammams, Saharawi music jam sessions and mechoui (whole roast lamb) feasts on starry terraces. Retreat to…

  • Camp Adounia

    Draa Valley

    Spacious, minimalist tents come with ecofriendly, en suite sand toilets, while a Berber-carpet trail leads to shady lounging spots. Sunset camel rides …

  • Villa Zagora

    Zagora

    This converted country home makes desert living look easy. French doors reveal plush Moroccan rugs, soaring ceilings and an eclectic art collection. Staff…

  • Kasbah Ziwana

    Zagora

    This rammed-earth building in a 400 year-old ksar (fortified village) on the edge of a palm grove 7km north of Zagora comes with attractively furnished…

  • Stargazing Hotel SaharaSky

    Draa Valley

    This hotel boasts a private observatory and is dedicated to all things starry, with top-quality telescopes and an expert astronomer on hand to point out…

  • Hotel Kasbah Sahara Services

    Draa Valley

    When the siroccos blow, retreat to air-conditioned rooms with en suite bathrooms, simple bungalows, or suites with woven-reed ceilings and colourful…

  • Dar Azawad

    Draa Valley

    This contemporary kasbah is all smooth tadelakt (waterproof plaster) walls, vibrant rugs and mosaic tiles, with spacious rooms and suites scattered around…

  • Dar Pienatcha

    Zagora

    In the midst of a peaceful palm grove, this bijoux French-family-owned guesthouse mixes up European style and desert design. Rooms come with smooth…

  • Riad Soleil du Monde

    Zagora

    Tucked down a narrow dirt road near Amezrou, this pretty four-room guesthouse has striking rooms with coloured glass light fixtures, pisé (rammed-earth…

  • Camping Auberge Oasis Palmier

    Zagora

    Just north of Amezrou, this campsite has a mixture of palm-shaded pitches, Berber-style tents and a few rooms. It also has a cafe, free wi-fi, hot showers…

  • Dar Jnane

    Draa Valley

    Run by a friendly French-Moroccan couple, Dar Jnane has three attractive rooms set amid peaceful tree-filled gardens roughly 1km (well-signed) off the…

  • Maison d’Hôtes Hiba

    Draa Valley

    A rock-studded guesthouse and restaurant serving restorative meals of tajine, salad and fruit on the scenic terrace or in the air-conditioned salon…

  • Auberge La Palmeraie

    Draa Valley

    Located across the Draa River in the shade of the palm grove is the Laghrissi brothers' budget-friendly camp. It provides simple accommodation, mixing…

  • La Petite Kasbah

    Zagora

    Expect a warm welcome and a fresh glass of mint tea when you arrive at La Petite Kasbah. Originally the family home of Brahim Badri, it has five bright…

  • Le Drom'Blanc

    Draa Valley

    Well off the beaten track down a seemingly endless bumpy piste (dirt track), Le Drom'Blanc is an excellent place for families and groups. Guest rooms are…

  • Hotel La Fibule du Draa

    Zagora

    Unexpected calm at the Amezrou crossroads, with a palm-shaded pool, garden bar, in-house hammam (from Dh100) and on-site massages (from Dh330). The 24…

  • Bab Rimal

    Draa Valley

    A complex of faux pisé (rammed-earth) cottages centred on a large, flower-fringed pool. Standard rooms come with platform beds, mosaic floor tiles and…

  • Chez Yacob

    Draa Valley

    Part of Tamnougalt’s ancient ksar (fortified village), eight en suite rooms sit round a soaring courtyard, all capped by a scenic terrace overlooking the…

  • Auberge-Restaurant Jnane Dar Diafa

    Draa Valley

    Enjoy leisurely lunches made with vegetables grown on the premises in the breezy garden restaurant – the traditional menu of tajines and brochettes is…

  • Auberge Kasbah Dar Sahara

    Draa Valley

    A big draw for budget travellers, this small, very welcoming place has rustic rooms with shared facilities, relaxing common areas and outdoor space where…

  • Dar Amazir

    Draa Valley

    A delightful hideaway in Agdz, the compact Dar Amazir, has eight lovely rooms decorated with Malian masks, Berber tapestries, carved wooden doors and…

  • Casbah Caïd Ali

    Draa Valley

    Descendants of the qaid (local chief) welcome guests to their partially restored kasbah. Courtyard rooms are basic, though the colourfully painted…