(Skoura, Tisselday & Ait Benhaddou)

Ouarzazate is the first town most people see after crossing the High Atlas and is the unofficial capital of the south of Morocco. Formerly a Foreign Legion outpost in the southern Kasbah region, it has been notably used as a location backdrop by many epic films such as Lawrence of Arabia and Jesus of Nazareth. An incredible day out from Marrakech or useful as a staging post for adventures further south in the Sahara, the Todra and Dades Gorges and the many oases of the South. Near to Ouarzazate there has been a some interesting accommodation development, mostly in kasbah-style small hotels and maison d'hote. The accommodation on this page is found in Skoura (about 30 minutes from Ouarzazate to the east) and in or near Ait Ben Haddou (about 45 mins to the north of Ouarzazate).

Known locally for its rose petals (which inadvertantly decorate the roadside) and outstanding pise (mud-brick) buildings we would recommend a stop here on any route around the south.

Ait Ben Moro Kasbah		Les Jardins de Skoura		Sawadi Villas
An alternative base to Ouarzazate for exploring the region. A 17th Century conversion with plenty of style and superb views of the High Atlas and over to the remains of the Amerhidil Kasbah.		Set amongst the palm groves near the village of Skoura with the Atlas Mountains always in the background. An intimate property and ideal for a night or two on a touring holiday of Morocco's southern region.

'Kasbah' I Roccha		Riad Ksar Ighnda		Kasbah Ellouze
Traditional and secluded - highly recommended for self-drive holidays. Situated high above the road with panoramic views along the whole valley.		A new hotel dedicated to relaxation in the area near Ait Ben Haddou. The Ksar Ighnda offers high quality accommodation, fine dining and a mini-spa.		Located adjacent to the Kasbah of Tamdaght (one of the former residences of the Glaoui lords and more recently used as a backdrop in many Hollywood films). Excellent French-Moroccan food.

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