Set by the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes in the Sahara desert, 1.9 mi from the village of Merzouga, Kasbah Tamariste is a traditional Moroccan guest house. Free Wi-Fi access is available and various excursions are on offer. Each room is constructed with traditional tadelakt and includes a seating area and access to shared bathroom facilities. A continental breakfast is served daily and you can enjoy Moroccan dishes on request. You can relax on the terrace, which has a seating area and looks out onto the dunes. Kasbah Tamariste offers a choice of desert visits and excursions by quad bike, camel or on horseback. You can also experience life in a traditional Berber tent.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Merzouga, this property has an excellent location score of 9.0!

Free private parking


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
2 queen beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Merzouga
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  • Yassine
    Morocco Morocco
    Personnel accueillant. Coin calme pour se reposer
  • Philippe
    France France
    Le confort de la grande chambre climatisée avec un lit king size ! La piscine. L’accueil et le disponibilité du personnel toujours aux petits soins. La qualité de la cuisine et les petits déjeuners copieux !
  • Vincent
    Russia Russia
    L’accueil et l’aide du gérant. J’étais en panne de moto à 5 km. Il est venu spontanément me dépanner

Hosted by Auberge Tamariste

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Auberge Tamariste
Auberge Tamariste is a heaven of peace in the heart of the Sahara desert. This wonderful, relaxing auberge is ideally located in the village of Hassi Labied, right next the famous Erg Chebbi sand dunes. The Seggaoui family welcomes you to our authentic and traditional guesthouse. We are just a few hundred meters from the village center, and a few meters from sand dunes. At Kasbah Tamariste, budget travelers can enjoy a clean sanctuary in the desert and a taste of the lively village.
The auberge tamariste offers different type of accommodation: comfortable rooms, traditional tents, camping site for campervans, and we also arrange for overnights in the Sahara sand dunes. Our auberge has dorms, double & single rooms. All rooms have an ensuite bathroom with shower, & towels for your use. Rooms are clean, and decorated in traditional Berber style
Hostel Tamariste is ideally located in the village of Hassi Labied, right on the edge of the Sahara desert, and closer to the sand dunes than the city of Merzouga (which is just 5 minutes away). You can see the famous Erg Chebbi sand dunes right outside your room door. The sand dunes are within walking distance. There are several small shops for basic necessities. And the larger city of Rissani is just 25 minutes away. There you can visit the authentic souk, and enjoying a relaxing hammam.
Languages spoken: Arabic,German,English,Spanish,French,Italian

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

Amenities of Kasbah Tamariste
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Ski
  • Ski storage
    Additional charge
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Water park
    Additional charge
  • Kids' club
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Racquetball
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Bowling
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Darts
    Additional charge
  • Ping-pong
    Additional charge
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Playground
  • Skiing
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Strollers
  • Baby safety gates
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Adults only
  • Convenience store on site
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool cover
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hairstyling
  • Hair coloring
  • Haircut
  • Pedicure
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
    Additional charge
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Arabic
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Kasbah Tamariste of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

License number: 427506

FAQs about Kasbah Tamariste

  • Check-in at Kasbah Tamariste is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Kasbah Tamariste is 4.3 miles from the center of Merzouga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Kasbah Tamariste offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Pool table
    • Skiing
    • Bowling
    • Ping-pong
    • Diving
    • Mini golf
    • Darts
    • Racquetball
    • Kids' club
    • Water park
    • Hairstyling
    • Beauty services
    • Body scrub
    • Locker rooms
    • Yoga classes
    • Horseback riding
    • Foot bath
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Massage chair
    • Haircut
    • Body treatments
    • Pedicure
    • Fitness classes
    • Hair coloring
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Fitness
    • Swimming pool

  • Kasbah Tamariste has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Room options at Kasbah Tamariste include:

    • Triple
    • Double
    • Quad
    • Twin/Double
    • Single

  • The prices at Kasbah Tamariste may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.