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#2 of 17 B&Bs in Merzouga
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Riad Aicha is located at the foot of the BIG Dune in the Sahara Desert, Merzouga, Morocco.The Riad offers several types of rooms in Moroccan decor each with their private bathroom. All bedrooms have their own controlled air conditioner inside their room.The riad is wireless and free to guests at any time. The breakfast,is served each morning and is included in the total room price. The Continental breakfast is made to order when you request it. Riad Aicha has a roof terrace which overlooks the dunes and a Berber-style lounge to relax in the evening. Meals can be eaten on the Roof terrace or inside in the dining lounge area along side the water fountain.Additional Moroccan Culture can be experienced by a Day Tour arranged at the Riad to the Sahara Dunes and Nomad Desert Camp. You can travel by Dromedary,or 4x4. This provides an additional opportunity to experience an adventurous play-day with Quads, Sand-boarding and Sand mashing. For those wanting to relax in the Desert, time can be spent with a campfire, Berber music with Drums, and an outstanding sunset.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Ski rentals
Skiing
Airport transportation
Rooftop terrace
Baggage storage
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Evening entertainment
Gift shop
Mosquito net
Shared kitchen
Private check-in / check-out
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Air conditioning
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Microwave
Extra long beds
Bath / shower
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Romantic
Charming
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, Arabic and 6 more
Location
73Somewhat walkable
Grade: 73 out of 100
10Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
3Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
232Reviews3Q+A11Room tips
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What a beautiful hotel, incredibly friendly, very authentic and spotlessly clean, and great food, could not of asked for anything more. Definitely one of the the nicest hotels we stayed in touring the country
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: Whatever you want to do ask the staff they are so knowledgeable
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Moha made us feel so welcome. The rooms were spotless and all one could want. His arrangements for the night under the stars and camel rides went without a hitch and the food served was way above expectations. Many Thanks
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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After having been to the Sahara for the first time in March 2019 and staying at a luxury tent campsite I knew this was not the Sahara experience I had envisioned. After doing extensive research I decided to book a week at the Riad Aicha which is located next to Merzouga and perfectly situated for exploring. Riad Aicha provided all of their insight into helping to plan and see this most extraordinary part of the world. For me personally every time I leave Morocco I leave a piece of my heart somewhere but this time I left a huge piece of my heart to Moha and Ibrahim and the rest of their family who own and manage this authentic family owned Riad. I am already planning to return in 2020 to their Riad for further adventures with them. From the simplicity of their rooms, their attention to making all of your adventures come true, and the delicious food could only be better if I could stay for one year. We had lunch with Moha’s and Ibrahim’s family. Moha and Ibrahim had tremendous patience as we took pictures everywhere, went four wheeling in the dunes, climbed the highest dune, went to remote places in the Sahara, climbed glorious mountains, had a picnic in the Safi Safi Oasis and many other adventures. I felt like I was with great friends going through this wonderful land. Thank you to both of you, your family and friends for being there from start to finish and making this extraordinary adventure come true for me. Your compassion and sense of humor will never be forgotten.…
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Date of stay: October 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Merzouga Desert Tours said, Innkeeper at Riad Aicha
Responded 20 Mar 2022
HELLO, The team of Riad Aicha thank you very much for your comment and hope to see you and welcome you in better conditions sophistics more. Again, thank you very much for your comments which will allow us to do more and more to satisfy our valued customers. Best regards. Riad Aicha
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Riad Aicha provided a wonderful desert experience for us. Because our plans changed we didn't end up staying in the riad (which looked very nice) but kept our reservations for the trip they offer to the desert. The owners were very nice, the communication was excellent and they were more than accommodating. We spent one night in a luxury camp in the Erg Chebbi and it was the highlight of our trip to Morocco. I was very impressed by the guides, who were completely conversant in several languages. Some of them told us they were born in the desert to nomadic families and in talking to them (and experiencing the beauty of the desert ourselves) we began to understand the pull it can have on you. It's silent, severe, utterly calm and far removed from everything we are familiar with, yet soothing and beautiful. Apparently you can spend longer - a week or longer through Riad Aicha, to meditate, pray or commune with nature. It would be a once in a lifetime experience. I'd recommend this riad to anyone who wants a great desert experience. By the way, if I understand correctly, it isn't in the town of Merzouga per se, but right next to it and, from what I've heard, a nicer experience than being in the town.…
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Date of stay: September 2019
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Response from Merzouga Desert Tours said, Innkeeper at Riad Aicha
Responded 20 Mar 2022
Hello , Thanks a lot for your review and we hope all is fine for you . Also we hope to see you and your friend with us here in the desert when it is posible. Best regards . Said Mouhou
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very honesty.home.family.cheap.guide.camel.tour.traditional.gentle.any kind of ur order they can do.very famouse.music.English.Japanese.Spanis.Frenck.Arabic. 日本16年も住んでいたお兄ちゃんが居て、普通に日本語、英語、スペイン語、フランス語、アラビア語、ベルベル語が通じます！地元で有名な方でした。ベストシーズンは冬と言う事で、暑さはマックス！地元の方さえうんざりな気温、1日はラクダツアーを希望していましたが1日何の用意も無くいたところにプールへ、親戚の方のホテル！目の前は砂漠、プール最高でした。親戚がラクダツアーをやっています。値段もとてもリーズナブルツアーの申し込みはここしかないでしょう！砂漠の中のどんなご要望も満たしてくれるはずです。メルズーカバス乗り場から2分にあります。それこそ歩いて砂漠に行けます！
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Merzouga Desert Tours said, Innkeeper at Riad Aicha
Responded 20 Mar 2022
Hello Miki , Thanks for your review about our Riad and we hope to see you once again with us . Best regards . Riad Aicha Merzouga Morocco
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We loved the owners of this hotel. They were compassionate, honest, and always eager to go above and beyond. They even took us on a walking tour of this little village outside of Merzouga for free. The hotel is also really cool.
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Date of stay: February 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Book all your sahara tours through them!
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메르주가 사막투어 숙소로 너무나 만족했습니다!! 저렴한 숙소가격에도 너무나 친절하게 맞이해주셨습니다. 1박2일 사막투어뿐만 아니라, 호수 주변으로 드라이브 투어를 해 주셔서 셀수없는 별을 볼 수 있었습니다. 조식도 너무나 맛있었고, 빨래도 부탁드렸는데 흔쾌히 해주셔서 너무나 좋았습니다. I was very satisfied with hostel 'riad aicha'. The host greet us so friendly. They provided us not only desert tour, but also drive tour to nearby lake. We saw uncountable stars. Breakfast was very delicious! Also we asked for laundry and they helped us!! It will be a nice place to stay here during merzuga!.
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Date of stay: January 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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I am so glad I did my research before we went to Merzouga. Our kids were looking forward to the trip on camels overnight and I wanted to find the best riad or company to take us. Riad Aicha is perfect. The owner is so friendly, the overnight trip on camels was one of the highlights of our trip. We loved the small group, small camp, everyone was friendly, breakfast and dinner were amazing. I highly recommend dining at the riad. after we came back from our trip to the desert on camels, we wanted to see the rest of the area by car. You need a 4-wheel drive but the owner arranged for one with a guide, who took us sightseeing, drove through dunes, took us for lunch at a fancy hotel with a pool so that the kids could take a dip there. It could not have been better. My son had a blast learning how to tie it on his head and around his face. If we wanted to go to Merzouga again, we would definitely return.…
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Date of stay: April 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: I booked directly with them because the price included dinner too, while travel websites offered...
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The brothers who run this riad are some of the best hosts in Morocco. The room was clean and comfortable and my stay was wonderful. They let me sleep in a room before I even checked in when I got off my overnight bus. Then they helped me plan my time in Merzouga and the desert. I had only booked a one night desert tour and was worried I would have too much time in Merzouga on my second day, but Ibrahim took me to the Rissani market and gave me a fascinating tour. Said helped me plan this and it was clear the brothers genuinely cared that I have a great time. The desert trip was amazing and I highly recommend that you go into the desert for as long as you can. It was the highlight of my time in Morocco. The sand is incredible, the moon rise and stars are wonderful, and the peacefulness is unparalleled. I was sad to leave and I would go back in a heartbeat.…
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Date of stay: October 2017Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Said1984, Owner at Riad Aicha
Responded 9 Nov 2017
Thanks for choosing Riad Aicha for the last part of your stay in Morocco and thanks for writting your experience in our Desert tour. We are delighted to have spent days with you and to know you enjoyed in our riad by its comfort and our services. We will be glad to see you again. Thanks again and take care. Best regards Said Mouhou
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We stayed in this Riad for one night and we liked it a lot. We had dinner and breakfast here and both were really good. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. On the roof you can enjoy the nice sunset. The owner is so nice too!
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Date of stay: October 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Said1984, Owner at Riad Aicha
Responded 9 Nov 2017
All the team of Riad Aicha is happy to hear that you spent a very good moment with us here in the desert and hope to see you with us here more and more when you can . Thank you again for the excellent comment . Sincerely yours . Said Mouhou
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PRICE RANGE
US$27 - US$34 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
MoroccoDrâa-TafilaletMerzouga
NUMBER OF ROOMS
6
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Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Riad Aicha?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, extra long beds, and a mosquito net.
What food & drink options are available at Riad Aicha?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Does Riad Aicha have airport transportation?
Yes, Riad Aicha offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Riad Aicha?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Japanese.
Is Riad Aicha accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.