Les Portes Du Desert
Tanamouste
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Why people book this hotel
“Great staff-specialy Mohamed at the reception”
“Very nice staff”
“Beautiful, peacefull place just near the dunes”
“Great location, just away from the hustle of Merzuga, just a 5 minute drive”
“The room and the bathroom were quite spacious”
“Room was spacious and clean”
“Great pool to escape the heat”
“The facilities around the hotel are well maintained, including the pool”
“Great hotel, really clean and comfortable, the pool is amazing and the staff wer…”
“The rooms are clean and spacious, equipped with air conditioning, which was a li…”
“Jusef, the guide took us on a jeep for a longer trip into the desert, for a reas…”
“We tried one dinner at the hotel restaurant, and it was quite good; it was price…”
Overview
Les Portes du Desert is located in the city of Merzouga, a saharan village at the foot of dunes l'Erg Chebbi. Its 300 m² terrace offers a view of the dunes. All of the rooms present a mixture of Moroccan, Andalusian, and European styles. They are fully equipped with European style bathrooms. The restaurant at Les Portes du Desert serves traditional Moroccan cuisine in its well-decorated dining room. Meals can also be enjoyed outside by the pool. Wi-Fi internet access is free of charge in the public areas and free private parking is available. 4 x 4 rental is also available at Les Portes du Desert.
Traveller reviews
Milena
couple
September 25, 2025
Beautiful, peacefull place just near the dunes. Great staff-specialy Mohamed at the reception. He was very kind and halpful. They also offered tours. Jusef, the guide took us on a jeep for a longer trip into the desert, for a reasonable price.
Neil Burling
couple
August 9, 2025
“Great stay on the edge of the desert”
Great location, just away from the hustle of Merzuga, just a 5 minute drive. Situated right on the sand dunes, we went at sunrise and sat in the dunes. Very nice staff. Great pool to escape the heat.
Artem
couple
December 3, 2024
“Good stay but shower drain needs to be serviced.”
During our check-in process, we were offered a choice to pick one of two units, which was very nice. The room and the bathroom were quite spacious. The bed was just firm enough to be comfortable. The lights were adequate. The facilities around the hotel are well maintained, including the pool. We tried one dinner at the hotel restaurant, and it was quite good; it was priced very similar to what we had in town restaurants. The staff was helpful and friendly.
Gowan
solo_traveller
August 21, 2024
“Relaxing oasis on the edge of the desert”
Great hotel, really clean and comfortable, the pool is amazing and the staff were welcoming! Just note it’s around 1.5km from the main town of Merzouga so it’s not the easiest to get to if you don’t have a car - but totally worth it once you get there :)
Alina
solo_traveller
May 31, 2024
“Beautiful hotel right by the dunes”
Very peaceful and beautiful hotel right by the dunes. The rooms are clean and spacious, equipped with air conditioning, which was a lifesaver. The staff were very friendly. Do make sure to let them know if you need a pick up when you arrive as I didn’t see any taxi drivers around and had to walk for 35 minutes
James
extended_group
May 31, 2024
“Unforgettable stay - Excellent desert tour”
Hotel was excellent. Lovely and helpful staff who provided a great dinner and breakfast. Room was spacious and clean. Stunning pool and bar also. The hotel helped us book the desert tour which avoided choosing between different sellers in town - the tour we had was exceptional 10/10 and a more authentic and individual experience than those offered in town. We went out to our own camp, rode camels, sand boarded, drank tea with nomads, played music, and received amazing food and hospitality throughout for a great price.
Andrew
couple
May 11, 2024
Food, location, pool, room and price.
Ben
couple
April 5, 2024
“Amazing friendly place to stay!”
The family who run the hotel were so lovely and kind. Abdo was such a great host and was very accommodating to all of our needs. They were all great humans who we are so lucky to have the pleasure of meeting. Tanemmirt from Ben and Anna
Pierre
solo_traveller
February 25, 2024
The boss was a nice guy
Eric
family_with_children
February 23, 2024
“Perfect.”
Wonderful and helpful staff, excellent food and facilities. Clean. Ice cool pool in the Sahara heat was an amazing plus. Right on the edge of classical red desert dunes. Camels for excursions right there. Highly recommend.
Nel5onF
extended_group
November 9, 2023
“Safe parking, well run, clean and helpful. Motorcycle parking was good.”
Was a nice hotel, with sand dunes out the back, would stay again. Pool is a nice change too
Steve
solo_traveller
September 18, 2023
“In the desert.”
Literally an oasis in the desert. Superb location, albeit 3 mins drive outside Merzourga (or 30 mins* walk depending on your baggage/weather etc.) Staff were friendly, provided food when needed. They also provided the necessary info about 4 wheel driving/Camel trip etc. It even has a pool! (* As I arrived with a bus at 6.15am, sun was not yet up, easy to do).
Riccardo
solo_traveller
June 20, 2023
Close to the Desert!
Emma
couple
May 10, 2023
“Perfect gateway to the desert (next to sand dunes)”
Perfect location next to the sand dunes. Nice clean rooms. Helpful staff & good breakfast & dinner.
Ben
solo_traveller
April 16, 2023
“excellent for everybody great pool”
best motor bike hotel near the dunes and 4x4 museum,food is good ! the people where great and helpful !
Neil
couple
March 1, 2023
Everything
Annee
solo_traveller
February 7, 2023
“An amazing oasis in the desert..staff so helpful and welcoming..nothing too much trouble..100%”
I stayed am extra night and would love to have stayed longer..a truly peaceful hotel on the edge of the desert..Idir the owner very kindly picked me up from the bus..the main staff Mosein ans Said couldn't have been more hospitable..nothing was too much trouble for them even walking with me to desert and shop.Aishas food was amazing and all the other staff were lovely..Hotel building was beautiful especially with its art work and little touches..ie cotton napkins..I would definately love to go back
Alex
extended_group
January 10, 2023
beautiful accommodations, lovely room and a perfect position for any pro protographer: you can walk to the dunes easily. in 5 minutes your are in the middle of sand dunes, close to the big Erg Chebbi. Youssef took us to a wild jeep tour on the dunes: we loved it! very recommended!
Sandra
solo_traveller
December 11, 2022
“awesome !”
honestly everything but specially the staff ! I arrived at 6am to Merzouga and had no place to go so I went to the hotel expecting having to wait till check in time . they received me immediately, they gave me the room they served me breakfast on check in day because the day after I would have to leave very early. the owner even took me to the bus station by car so I didn’t have to walk and he didn’t accept any tip . they were really amazing ! also the room was perfect , nicely decorated very nice working air conditioning and hot water in the bathroom. it has the big dune just behind it so it was all I could ask for. I just can say thank you thank you thank you
Norbert
couple
October 26, 2022
“great again”
nice design and atmosphere
Facilities
Activities
Massage, Hiking
Food & Drink
Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast options
General
Safety deposit box, Heating, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking garage
Pool and wellness
Pool with view, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Currency exchange, Ironing service, Packed lunches, Tour desk, 24-hour front desk, Laundry
Double Room
The private pool is a top feature of this double room. Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower. The double room features air conditioning and heating. The unit has 2 beds.
Triple Room
The private pool is the special feature of this triple room. Providing free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a shower. The triple room provides air conditioning and heating. The unit offers 2 beds.
Quadruple Room
The private pool is a top feature of this quadruple room. Featuring free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a shower. The quadruple room features air conditioning and heating. The unit has 2 beds.
Family Suite
This suite offers a private pool. The suite features a private bathroom, air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a seating area with a flat-screen TV. The suite provides heating. The unit offers 3 beds.
Single Room
The private pool is a top feature of this single room. The single room features air conditioning and heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
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