We did not stay here for a night but rather used the hotel to keep our belongings before we headed out the tents in the Sahara to spend the night. The hotel served that purpose well and the shower and breakfast the next morning were good but not great. The overall experience (including the night in desert) was a very... More

One-story hotel built around a tree-filled courtyard so there is a nice breeze. Erg Chebbi Dunes are located on other side of the highway so guests can easily walk into the dunes. There were Moroccan family groups there for the sand-burial practice. I booked the room through www.desert-trips.com and find they can negotiate better prices for all bookings than I... More

I stayed at the Palais des Dunes in March 2011 with a female friend. Our trip involved one night at the Palais, and then a trek into the desert on camels, staying overnight at the hotel's bivouac, and returning the next morning. Our guide Brahim is one of the four Bouchadour brothers who run this gem of a place, and... More

Our driver suggested this place for us and it was good value for the money. It is an establishment run by four brothers, and the lack of a femine touch is obvious. That being said the location is great, the food was great, and the owner Mohammed very kind and generous. We went out into the desert the following day... More

I was brought to this family-run auberge by my tour guide when I was in Merzouga. It is located literally at the edge of the dunes, very easy for small hikes into the dunes in the day or night. Close to Merzouga town for a quick drive in (about 5 mins away). They've recently added a pool, which can be... More