It’s a city in between! Ouarzazate in Morocco is located in between the famous Game of Thrones desert scene of the Aït Ben Haddou red-earth city on the northwest and the rocky Todra Gorge on the northeast. It’s the home of the huge Telouet Kasbah, the 19th-century palace, which has been featured in several movies, and it sits high on the Atlas Mountains. Ouarzazate is basically a stopping-off point between the Sahara desert and the tourist hot-spot of Marrakech. However, there are some note-worthy tourist sites in the city such as the famous Aït Ben Haddou red-earth city, the Telouet Kasbah palace, Fint Oasis, etc. Spending one or two nights in this city will enrich your Moroccan holiday. That’s why we give you the top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals if you are planning to stop by at Ouarzazate for a few nights. Check them out below.
1. Private berber traditional tent in eart of nature (from USD 49)
If you want to experience a traditional Moroccan tent accommodation, this BnB can be your option. The property has six independent tents with various beds in each tent, and each tent can host up to 3 people. It comes with a beautiful garden surrounded by palm trees, you will meet various animals like peacocks, chickens, dogs, cats, and even horses. It’s definitely a pet-friendly environment!
The property has 4 shared bathrooms with essentials. And breakfast is provided here as well. Even though you will stay in a tent, WiFi connection is available on the premises. It even has some family amenities such as children books, toys, and crib! It’s a little bit outside of Ouarzazate, which is 3 km (1.8 miles) to the city center. But you can always rent a vehicle or ask for transport to reach the city!
The property is a perfect base camp if you want to discover the south of Morocco. There are plenty sites and monuments to see around Ouarzazate, like Casbah of Taourirt, Casbah of Ait Ben Haddou, Valley of Draa and Dadés, Desert of M'hamid and Merzougat.
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a quiet and beautiful campsite just outside ouarzazate with several options of roomsthe room was nice and the entire camping was so lovelyCleanliness:
and it was quite cleanthe tiny house was quite clean and the whole place is really nicerooms are spacious clean and also is the bathroomthe place is clean and functional with delicious food availablethis is a very green and clean location with shared toilets and bathroomsHost:
the staff was very helpful and kindadel is a really pleasant hostthe host's are very hospitable and the food provided is excellentthe host is very knowledgeable quick to respond and very welcomingalso the hosts are very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
some distance from the town center so quiet peacefuladel's place is in a great location and is a unique oasis in ouarzazateits a really beautiful place to stay near ouarzazateadels camp was in a very nice location outside of the citywe were picked up from the bus depot on arrival which made life easier for us
2. Rose Valley Hotel
The beautiful Rose Valley Hotel is located in a strategic area in the city of Ouarzazate. It is right across the big bus station, so it’s easy to find as long as you pay attention to your bus line and map. The hotel is beautifully designed and it offers bright rooms that can accommodate up to 2 people in each room. There is an outside restaurant for your dinner under the African skies experience at a reasonable price. The rooms provide all the basic hotel amenities with WiFi connection, TV, and AC. It also has a swimming pool for a cool dip after a long journey under the Moroccan sun. Pets are allowed and smoking is allowed as well.
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they have a nice pool and a good café that serves food to the roomsthe bathroom is modern and the bed is comfortableCleanliness:
the room is a standard clean roomthe hotel was tidy and cleansmall spotless rooms with big comfy beds nice modern bathroom & hot shower and satellite tvwe had a clean and comfortable room; there is also a cafe and a good restaurant beside itthis is a very new hotel with very clean rooms and nice and helpful staffHost:
very friendly staff and nice hotelexcellent hospitality and a very friendly and helpful hoststaff was extremely helpful and accommodating with everythingthe receptionist guy was very nice and helpful when we asked him for directions to the storesstaff is friendly and will give you suggestions on how to get to placesRead more reviewsLocation:
very nice and quite modern hotel near the supratours bus station and big taxi rank of ouarzazatethe hotel is right next to the bus terminal which makes it easy getting aroundvery clean hotel to take a break before going to the merzouga desert also near the bus stationnice hotel with friendly staff next to the bus stationgreat place to stay everything was perfect
3. Apartment ideal for 2 to 4 people (from USD 44)
The property is an apartment complex with four units that offer various types of accommodation from 2 bedrooms and a living room or 3 bedrooms and a living room. It has a fully equipped kitchen, washer, WiFi connection, TV, and reversible climate control. The bus stop is just outside the apartment, but if you come by car, there is street parking outside as well. Nearby attractions are within walking distance, and you will arrive at the souk and the old town of Ouarzazate within minutes.
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nice apartment with a lot of space and lightthe apartment has all modern amenities kitchen is well equipped all is very cleanCleanliness:
the room was very clean and confortableit was clean nice and well equipped with everything we nneded exactly what we plannedthe decoration of the appartment is very nice and it is also very cleanHost:
iatimad was a great hostiatimad was very nice and helpfuliatimad is very responsive and accommodating - a great hostlatamid was very responsive and helpfuleasy to find and friendly hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great place right by the supratours station in ouarzazatepretty nice and spacious apartment 5 min walk from supratour bus stopnice place in an easy location part of towngreat place easy to find huge common area central locationthe place is really nice and well located
4. Berber house on the edge of the oasis
You can rent this entire house in Berber designed house with a view of the Atlas mountain and irrigated gardens. It is located in a village in the Atlas Mountain, 14 km (8.7 miles) from Ait Ben Haddou and 30 km (18.6 miles) from Ouarzazate city center. The house has a large patio and from the terrace, you can enjoy the beautiful surrounding view of the property. The house has four bedrooms that can accommodate up to 6 people and it’s suitable for small events. It comes with a well-equipped kitchen and essentials. However, there is no WiFi connection on the property. It’s perfect if you want to disconnect yourself from the busy world for a while. The village is actually the starting point for many excursions on foot, by car, by donkey, or by camel. The Kasbah of Tamdakhte is 6 km (3.7 miles) and the Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou is 14 km (8.7 miles). The village is located on the road to Telouet and its magnificent palace, an old track that links Marrakech to Timbuktu.
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the villagers were amazingly friendly and helpful inviting us for tea and tagineRead more reviewsLocation:
it's a very nice place to stay in a small village in the mountainsit's a good place to start hikings
5. Rooms and apartments (from USD 19)
This property offers eight bedrooms, 11 beds and 4 private baths, that can accommodate up to 16 people. It is located close to the city center and yet in a quiet area, so you can enjoy a relaxing and calm night after a busy long day. Within 5 minutes, you will reach the souk with plenty of restaurants and supermarkets. The kitchen is well-equipped and WiFi connection is available. The property also allows pets and smoking as well. It’s a well-recommended accommodation for couples, families, and large groups.
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the room was also quite warm during my winter visit which was very niceCleanliness:
this was a nice and clean place to staythe room is very tidy and clean as seen in the picturesa very nice clean room in a safe and friendly placethe apartment itself is really charming big and cleanthere were kitchens bathrooms livingrooms everything very clean and according to the descriptionHost:
said is a very nice and helpful hostsaid is a very thoughtful and kind hostsaid was also very helpful with local advice about ouarzazatesaid was a fantastic host and his hospitality is second to nonesaid was a great host and we would stay here againRead more reviewsLocation:
the room was very clean and comfortable and only a 5 minute walk to the main squaresaid's apartment is spacious and comfortable and just a short walk away from restaurants and the main road
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6. Dar Thiour or "the house of birds" (from USD 81)
This beautiful 400 m2 house is located in the center of Ouarzazate. It comes with courtyard and swimming pool. The Moroccan style decorated house is a perfect accommodation if you are traveling with a group of family or friends. It has three bedrooms and three bathrooms, and it can accommodate up to 6 people. There is a cook/maid that will prepare your breakfast if you wish to have breakfast provided during your stay. However, the fully equipped kitchen is available if you want to prepare your own food. WiFi connection, TV/AC, washer, and essentials are available in the property. There is an indoor fireplace, a beautiful touch in this already beautiful property. Since the house is located in the city center, you can reach restaurants, cafes, and museums mostly on foot.
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very nice garden with swimming pool for refreshmentHost:
the staff is charming and do take them up on welcome meal upon arrivalaziza very nice and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location only minutes away from centerwonderful stay at a great central location but still privatewonderful stay at a great location in the center but still privatedar thiour's location in this small city is perfectyou could easily walk to the center of ouarzazate to a restaurant
7. Independent Berber house in the heart of nature (from USD 83)
This beautiful and bright small house will make you feel comfortable with unique surrounding during your stay in Ouarzazate. The house has one bedroom with 2 beds that can fit 3 people and another 2 sofa bed for another 2 people. It has a breathtaking view of the garden with beautiful and unique animals such as peacock. There is a fully-equipped kitchen where you can cook and have your lunch or dinner in the garden. There is also a washer, TV, AC, and heating for your comfortable stay. Family amenities are also available such as children’s books and toys, crib, high chair, and stair gates. WiFi connection is available and there is a private secure parking when you come with your own vehicle. Excursions and activities can be organised on demand such as dromedary rides in the desert, guided tour of the region (Ksar Ait Ben Haddou, Fint Oasis, Dades Valley, Todgha Gorges, etc.), canoeing at Ouarzazate lake , Hammam, henna, cooking classes, meetings and exchanges with the locals, donkey rides, etc. The property is connected by the public bus from the city center, but you can also reach the city center on foot by cutting through the palm grove within 30 minutes.
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wifi is there adel is very helpful place is cozythe bungalow was extreemly clean everything in place much appreciated ac good bedHost:
warm welcome from the host wonderful berber hutwhile some of the staff was very friendly others were less interestedrooms are a bit cold during winter but the hosts' hospitality warmed usadel was very friendly and helped me find the campfriendly staff and great locationRead more reviewsLocation:
very neat and comfortable place
8. Spacious and furnished traditional villa (from USD 175)
The property is a traditional house with three bedrooms. With 5 beds and 3 bathrooms, it can accommodate up to 8 people. The property provides fully equipped kitchen, washer, TV, AC, and free parking on premises. Pets are allowed and smoking is allowed as well. Please note that the property doesn’t provide WiFi connection. However, you reach the city center within 10 minutes and you can find cafes with WiFi connection anytime you need it.
9. Whole villa in Ouarzazate
This full villa rental property is located in a unique and wild lakeside. It has six bedrooms with 9 beds and 6 bathrooms, and it’s able to accommodate up to 9 people. A garden, swimming pools, and direct access to canoes for canoeing on the lake are available. The kitchen is well-equipped, AC, TV, and WiFi connection is available. Pets are allowed and smoking is allowed in the outdoor area. It’s actually perfect for small events if you want to experience an unforgettable event under the Moroccan sky. You can go canoeing, fishing, or exploring the lake anytime. Easy access to the Valley of Roses, the palm of Ouarzazate, the Fint Oasis and the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO heritage.
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unbeatable view spacious dining room superb moroccan foodthe infinity pool offered the most wonderful view of the lakethe facilities such as heating wifi and water in the house all work very welllots of space great views lots of privacy wonderful poolthe decor in the house is sublime and all practical things like wi-fi aircon worked faultlesslyCleanliness:
the house was ok and fairly cleanthe house was perfect well decorated clean and well maintenedunfortunately the cleanliness of the house is far from perfectionthe house is plenty of space beautiful and cleanHost:
he and his staff took such good care of usamazing staff delicious food and a delightful host added up to a perfect holidaybeautiful house friendly host and staff superbguy was a wonderful hostthe staff cooked us great breakfasts and evening mealsRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location with fantastic scenerythe house and location are fantasticvery quiet and great location to relax for a few dayswould highly recommend hiring a car so that you have access to the local shops
10. The Place
Simo’s place is at the heart of the medina of Ouarzazate, Al Mouadine. It’s a one bedroom apartment that can accommodate up to 2 people. The highlight is a magnificent view of the big square from the bedroom window. The property comes with a well-equipped kitchen, WiFi connection, and essentials. Pets are allowed on the property, and so is smoking. It’s very close to the markets and restaurants, also to Casbah Taourit and Café Habous. It’s a well-recommended place for a couple or solo travelers.
Ouarzazate: the door of the desert
If you’ve been dreaming about visiting Morocco with its beautiful desert landscape mix with the hassle and bustle of the colorful medina, Ouarzazate should be on your list. The city is literally the door to the desert because it’s the base for everyone who wants to explore the Sahara. Book your Airbnb and experience the beautiful Ouarzazate!
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