An upscale riad in Merzouga Centre
Located in Merzouga Centre, Riad Serai Merzouga Erg Chebbi stands out for its indoor and outdoor pool and its spa with Berber hammam, two facilities rare in the region. To organise your entire desert stay, also check out Excursion Merzouga. It is a possible stop on a 3-day tour from Marrakech or for an extended stay at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
The welcome is around mint tea and fresh Tafilalet dates. The building is built with local materials (terracotta, rammed earth, palm wood), with shaded patios and terraces looking out over the Erg Chebbi dunes.
The riad offers rooms in the main building as well as an overnight option in a nomad tent desert camp.
At a glance
Rooms and comfort
The rooms and suites benefit from the natural insulation of traditional walls, topped up with individual reverse-cycle air conditioning in every unit.
The decor draws on Moroccan craftsmanship: zelliges, tadelakt, locally woven wool rugs and hammered copper light fixtures. The en-suite bathrooms have walk-in showers and argan-oil toiletries. The riad also has an indoor and outdoor pool and a spa with a traditional Berber hammam, rare in the region.
Several accommodation categories are available, from the standard double room to family suites sleeping up to 5 people, with private terraces facing the dunes.
Restaurant on site
The chef prepares southern Moroccan dishes with produce bought each morning at the Rissani souk.
At dinner: Madfouna (bread stuffed with minced meat, spices and eggs), lamb tagine with prunes and almonds, harira, royal couscous with seven vegetables. Meals are served under the caidal tent or on the terrace.
Breakfast includes fresh-squeezed orange juice, Moroccan pancakes (msamen and baghrir), eucalyptus honey, local olive oil and fresh cheese. Vegetarian or gluten-free options on request.
Location and nearby activities
From Merzouga Centre, you can arrange desert excursions on site and enjoy the pool and spa on your return:
Camel trek
Private transfer to the Erg Chebbi dunes for a sunset ride, followed by a comfortable return to the riad.
Quad & Buggy
Recent quads and buggies for hire with a guide to explore the sand ridges.
Spa & Berber hammam
A rare moment of relaxation in Merzouga: black soap scrub and traditional massage after a day in the desert.
Authentic Rissani Souk
Excursion to the traditional Rissani market (Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays) to see the camel market and the spices of Tafilalet.
For astronomy enthusiasts, the nights at Riad Serai Merzouga Erg Chebbi offer exceptional conditions thanks to the total absence of urban light pollution. The Milky Way can be taken in with the naked eye from the property's roof terrace.
Families and services
The riad welcomes families and small groups: cots and high chairs available free of charge on request. Staff speak French, English, Spanish and Arabic.
Other facilities: free wifi in the common areas and rooms, laundry on request, guarded private parking 24/7, access to the indoor and outdoor pool, and the possibility of organising private events (birthdays, themed evenings, Berber weddings).
Guest reviews
Traveller reviews mention above all the cleanliness of the facilities, the local cooking and the welcome from the staff. Riad Serai Merzouga Erg Chebbi has a rating of ⭐ 4.9/5 based on about twenty reviews. For other accommodation suggestions, visit Excursion Merzouga.
GPS location
GPS coordinates of the property: Latitude 31.0999, Longitude -4.0145.
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