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FebDar Ahlam (Dream House in Arabic) offers a One Thousand and One Nights experience in the heart of the Skoura Palmeraie. This Relais Chateux property is located in a traditional Kasbah situated in the luscious palm grove of Skoura. In this land of a thousand Kasbahs, on the doorstep of the South Moroccan desert, with the peaks of the Atlas mountain range in the distance, rest in the shade of hundred-year-old palm trees, take in the fragrant almond-tree blossoms and celebrate the Festival of Roses and date and olive harvests in traditional style. A different setting awaits guests at every turn. From Skoura you can visit the Valley of 1000 Kasbahs or set-off to explore the scenic Dadès and Drâa valleys in a chauffeured all terrain vehicle, or on donkey or camel back. With its with its out door swimming pool, steam room and beautiful garden Dar Ahlam is ideal for relaxed those who want a relaxed luxury.
Property Amenities: Swimming Pool, Luxury Rooms and Tented Rooms, Restaurant, Wifi, Air Conditioning/ Heating
An unassuming converted farmhouse nestled in the Skoura palmeraie, not far from the High Atlas Mountains. Blissfully off the beaten track, Les Jardins Des Skoura is an oasis of stylish accommodation. It is set in huge gardens crammed with sunflowers, vines, and apricot, olive, and pomegranate trees – a taste of the real Morocco!
Property Amenities: Swimming pool, Panoramic view of Skoura Palmeraie, Wifi.
Kasbah Ait Ben Diamette is an idyllic, Moroccan guest traditional house situated in the Skoura palmeraie at the foot of the High Atlas. Just 25 minutes from Ouarzazate Skoura is perfect for travelers who want to be centrally located while visiting Southern Morocco yet not in the midst of a city. Built in 1950 and fully restored in 2010 by a French couple and local artisans Ait Ben Damiette makes for the perfect place to stay regardless of season. Ait Ben Diamette is composed of twelve rooms, a dining room, and bar centered around a courtyard with a majestic fountain. Decorated in a traditional Moroccan style, all rooms feature a view of the patio, pool or garden and a mosquito net, while some boast lounging areas. The owner and chef, Colette, offers up some of the best cuisine in the region that is not to be missed.
Property Amenities: Swimming Pool, Gardens, Panoramic view of Skoura, Wifi.
At the heart of the magnificent palm grove of Skoura stands the legendary El Ksar Kabbaba restored as a traditional Guesthouse. This boutique hotel has a four-hundred-year-old olive tree, almost recognized as a national heritage. Legend has it that a treasure is buried underneath this olive tree, which makes it even more unique. Over years, many people tried to seize it, but this one has always been protected behind the gates of the Ksar. A return to nature approach is taken by the owners as the property offers a combination of tranquility and simplicity with the comfort and luxury amenities of larger hotels.
Crafted from earthen architecture Ksar El Kabbaba has traditional décor on the interior that is complimented with modern fabrics.
The Kasbah is a kind of traditional ecology, where you can eat fruits and vegetables from the kitchen garden and bread baked in the oven in the shade of a centenary olive tree that witnessed life in the Ksar.”
Property Amenities: Spa / Traditional Hammam, Swimming Pool, Gardens, Wifi
Set atop the Skoura Palmeraie Chez Talout boasts some of the most magnificent views of Skoura with cuisine to match. A homestyle type of guest house, travelers can stay in rooms that are traditionally decorated with local Berber carpets and textiles. The owner has olive fields and presses his own oil that is used in local dishes made there. For sunny days in spring and summer there is a swimming pool with views that offers refuge from the rest of the world. A great escape for travelers this modest property offers basic comforts with views that cannot be matched elsewhere in Skoura.
Property Amenities: Swimming Pool, Wifi
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