A new boutique hotel between Fes and the Sahara desert ?! Voluntas populi. Finally, our prayers have been answered ! It goes by the name of Xaluca Aguelmame and yes, it’s worth the detour. A symphony of cedar wood throughout, heated indoor pool and sublime settings make for a great overnight ( and chilly mountain breeze, in the warm season). We were not so taken by the buffet dinner and breakfast, but… give it time. Trekking and buggy riding available in the surroundings. And yes, breaking the 7 – 8 hour drive between Fes and the dunes of Erg Chebbi seals the deal.

Best visited all time of year. Expect snow in December/ January / February. Alcohol available on site.