Dar Pienatcha

Zagora


In the midst of a peaceful palm grove, this bijoux French-family-owned guesthouse mixes up European style and desert design. Rooms come with smooth tadelakt (waterproof plaster) walls, open fires, and bathrooms lined with Tamegroute-green tiles. A palm-fringed pool with plenty of lounging space, hospitable staff and garden dinners (€15) under the stars all add to its appeal. Cash only.


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