Merzouga: pousadas

We had a nice stay at Abdoul's home - a clean, nice and comfortable place. Thanks to Ahmed who picked us up at and gave us a lift to the bus station, which made our check-in/out much easier. They also arranged us new year eve camel rides and a camping night in desert which was a lifetime memory for us. We'd like to recommend Abdoul's home to you.

Dans cette auberge familiale, située au pied des dunes et à 10 minutes à pied de Merzouga, on fait vraiment l’expérience, tout en ayant son intimité si on le souhaite, de vivre avec ses hôtes. Omar et les siens sont avenants et chaleureux, et on se sent rapidement comme chez soi, à tel point que c'est le coeur un peu gros qu'on en repart! Merci encore à toi Omar pour cette superbe nuit dans le désert, à la belle étoile, et ces folles balades en 4/4: une expérience unique et inoubliable! J'ai déjà hâte de revenir!

Nous recommandons vivement ce gîte empreint d'authenticité. Nous sommes toujours à la recherche de lieux hors des masses de touristes et franchement, nous avons bien été servis. Et que dire de l'accueil, de la gentillesse et du sourire de Mohamed qui a comme intention de vous offrir la meilleure expérience possible. Nous avons aussi été en escapade dans le désert avec un guide et deux dromadaires. Nous nous sommes rendu en plein milieu des dunes, à plus de 2 h de randonnée à dos de dromadaires, pour y luncher dans une palmeraie blottie au pied des dunes géantes. Nous avons eu droit à un réel festin cuisiné sur place par Mohamed, un mi-trentenaire, ami de Mohamed du gîte, ancien nomade, qui connait le désert comme nul autre! Nous sommes revenus à la tombée du jour, toujours à dos de dromadaires, pour le repas du soir (un délice!) dans le désert et y passer la nuit en tente berbère. Ouahh! Les étoiles! Bref, un séjour sincère, immersif et touchant.

Myself and my two fellow travelers are full-time “digital nomads” who need wi-fi to work and a place to call home in new locations. Khamlia was PERFECT for just that. Firstly we were amazed at the quality of the internet, considering we were located on the edge of the Sahara Desert. The common room was large and comfortable enough to work on a table or slouched on a sofa between rounds of Moroccan tea. Secondly, the location - WOW! You step out of the bed and breakfast and instantly see the Sahara and more. Not to mention the music culture that surrounds the area. Last but certainly not least, I have to thank the people we met in Khamlia. The place is a hub of the community. From star-gazing, to drum playing, camping in the dunes, dancing by the fire, watching sunset on the terrace, playing with the kids and trying the local cuisine, we felt immersed in the Moroccan culture during our stay. The staff always made sure we were okay and catered for, and the people of Khamlia kept us smiling and laughing. Thank you, thank you, thank you everybody. We wish we could of extended our stay again and again and again.

Suzie and Abdul could not have been more attentive and welcoming hosts. Their warmth and enthusiasm to introduce you to their home, khamllia vilage, a way of life in the desert and the gnaoa musicians famous in the village goes far and beyond expectations. Know you're in for exceptional hospitality. The hotel itself is built in keeping with the village, while the inside is comfortable, clean and spacious. The breakfasts and dinners are generous and delicious. Suzie and Abdul are more than happy to organise trips to the desert, bike rides and market visits, all of which Id recommend!

The hostel is very Central and conveniently placed. Sand dunes are five minutes away. The place is lovely, work all that you require for a cozy stay. Youssef is more than a super host. He is superb. Go there, relax, enjoy the atmosphere and have fun.

C’est une petite auberge parfaitement située : elle est dans le centre-ville (il y a des snacks en face), à 5min d’une palmeraie paradisiaque et à 15min des dunes. Youssef est quelqu’un d’accueillant, de vrai, toujours réactif et très drôle. Si vous séjournez chez lui pensez à lui amener une bouteille de Ricard il sera ravit. J’ai hâte d’y revenir avec des amis !

the place is near to the desert. shared bathroom and toilet is clean. Good communal space to chill. Tea was served when reached. The host was friendly and not pushy. he got us a reasonably priced quad ATV sunset tour, and it was an awesome experience. The dinner was lovely.

yusuf, thank you so much! I am very glad that we met. You have a beautiful hostel and great friends. What I saw sunrise and sunset in the desert - I will remember for a lifetime. Special thanks for the delicious food and wonderful music. I was happy! I believe that everything will be fine with you and soon something good is waiting for you. See you again yusuf, grazie mille! Sono molto contento che ci siamo incontrati. Hai un bellissimo ostello e grandi amici. Quello che ho visto all'alba e al tramonto nel deserto, lo ricorderò per tutta la vita. Un ringraziamento speciale per il cibo delizioso e la musica meravigliosa. Ero felice! Credo che per te andrà tutto bene e presto ti aspetta qualcosa di buono.