Palais du Desert Hôtel & Spa  

Perched at the edge of Erfoud in Aarab Sebbah Ziz, this palace-style riad sits on the promenade by the palm grove. It’s a 5-minute drive from Erfoud Town Hall and Zerktouni Mosque and about 40 minutes from the great sand dunes of Erg Chebbi — a perfect base for desert excursions.

A luxury riad with 44 rooms and suites spread across five buildings, each styled Arabesque, Romantic or Contemporary. Expect carved and painted ceilings, tadelakt and zellige finishes, fossilized marble, king-size beds, private balcony suites and rooms with jetted bathtubs and separate showers. Rooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed and fitted with minibars, flat-screen TVs, safes and daily housekeeping.

Soak in two outdoor pools, unwind in the spa with massages, facials and a sauna, or keep fit in the 24-hour gym — there’s even karaoke when the night calls. Poolside and bar lounges, 24-hour room service and two cafés keep things easy, plus a complimentary full breakfast served daily from 7–10 AM. Pet-friendly, accessible and offering free Wi‑Fi and valet parking, it’s designed for relaxed stays near the dunes.

A business center, meeting room and a 3,014 sq ft conference space make events straightforward, while concierge and tour desks handle logistics. The 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and on-site parking simplify arrivals and departures.

La Palmerai serves Moroccan flavors with fresh market produce — think lamb tagine with prunes and slow-roasted leg of lamb. Lunch can be light and Mediterranean on panoramic terraces or by the pool, while evenings are intimate in the dining hall; residents also enjoy a lounge bar with cocktails, tapas and a curated spirits and cigar selection.