The Berbère Palace: a different take on luxury in Ouarzazate
There is a concept of luxury that requires neither gold nor superlatives. It is about space, about time slowing down, and about a certain way of experiencing a place. In Ouarzazate, at the gateway to Morocco’s Deep South, this concept has a home: the Berbère Palace, a luxury hotel designed to feel like a village.
The moment you step through the entrance, the essentials speak for themselves: the coolness of a courtyard after the heat of the road, the tranquillity of an avenue of orange trees, the desert light falling upon the earthen walls.
Here, everything is measured in space and silence
The real draw here is space stretching as far as the eye can see, hours spent in solitude, and a sense of distance from the clamour of the world. Gardens, patios, narrow lanes and a large swimming pool make up an estate where you stroll rather than rush about. Designed more as a Berber village than a mere hotel, the Berbère Palace lets you breathe: shade, cool water, and vast horizons to gaze upon.
A day at the Berbère Palace
Here, the 5-star hotel experience isn’t about the décor, but about the passing of time.
In the morning, the crisp air of southern Morocco stirs and the first birds begin to sing; at the Oasis restaurant, a chef prepares eggs to order, to be enjoyed on the terrace. A breakfast that feels timeless.
At midday, a cool breeze sweeps through the patios; guests seek the shade of the orange and lemon trees for lunch by the pool, sometimes under the tent – the very one where, over the seasons, sports stars, actors and film crews have come and gone. The heat, the cool water, a few cocktails, laughter that turns into memories.
In the afternoon, upon returning from a jaunt into the valleys, it’s time for tea, a massage or a hammam at the spa, or even a game of table tennis for the more competitive.
In the evening, everything slows down: candles are lit, the scents of the desert rise, and dinner is served at the Oasis buffet or at La Focaccina, the Italian restaurant. Later, it’s finally time for a cocktail at the Fair Wind bar, a game of chess, or the voice of a singer that makes you feel as though you’ve slipped into an old film, somewhere between *Lawrence of Arabia* and *Casablanca*. Above, the desert sky retains a depth that you’ll never forget.
Each moment flows seamlessly from the last, without ever feeling rushed. That is the essence of our hospitality: looking after you without ever putting you under pressure.
The Great Moroccan South on the horizon
From the hotel, the Great South unfolds before you: kasbahs, valleys, dunes and tracks begin just a few minutes away. Film studios and museums, the Route of the Thousand Kasbahs, Aït Ben Haddou, gorges and palm groves: the team can tailor the itinerary to your wishes. Ideally situated near the Kasbah of Taourirt and Ouarzazate Airport, it is the natural starting point for a journey through southern Morocco.
The magic of cinema, woven into the fabric
Here, the landscapes have inspired the imagination of some of the greatest filmmakers. Ouarzazate is Morocco’s film capital, and the Berbère Palace has been one of its main bases for years: major international film productions, from *Gladiator* to *Game of Thrones*, have set up their crews here. Some, such as *Asterix & Obelix*, have even left behind mementoes from their shoots, which have since become part of the venue’s décor. On site, this history is felt rather than merely recounted, through the light, the setting and the sensation of stepping into a film.
This is what makes it a truly unique destination
- its Berber village-style architecture: courtyards, narrow streets and citrus gardens
- one of the top destinations in the Deep South, open since 1992
- regulars who return, season after season
- a cinematic heritage that you can feel
- a varied menu ranging from the sumptuous Oasis buffet to the generous Italian focaccia
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📍 The Berbère Palace at a glance
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Planning your stay in Ouarzazate
A stopover before heading into the desert, a few days relaxing at the spa and by the pool, or an immersion in the kasbahs or the world of cinema: every stay can be tailored to suit your own pace.
- Discover the rooms and suites
- Explore the restaurant and bars
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- Plan a getaway to the Great Moroccan South
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