This Eco-friendly riad is located in the oasis of Skoura, on a 4-hectare farm. Set between the desert and the Atlas Mountains, it offers air-conditioned rooms, a sea water outdoor pool and a hammam. Guest rooms at the Sawadi are colorful and feature a traditional Moroccan décor. Each has an private bathroom with a shower, separate toilet and mosaic tiling. Rooms offer a view of the Atlas Mountains or the riad’s gardens. Breakfast is served each morning at Sawadi. The restaurant offers Moroccan food made with organic products from the farm and orchards surrounding the riad. Meals can be enjoyed in the dining room or on the terraces when the weather is nice. Additional features include table tennis as well as a volleyball, badminton and pétanque court. Tour excursions by foot, horse, bicycle, camel or local transport can be organized on site. Guests can also book massages and beauty treatments made with organic products on site. The riad is located 25 mi from the city of Ouarzazate and guests can also learn about the riad's farm, which includes donkeys, rabbits, lambs, goats, cows and chickens.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Natalia
United States United States
The property is literally an oasis in the middle of the desert, with stunning and lush gardens and farms with fresh fruit and vegetables, some farm animals, large beautiful pool and very comfortable and authentic rooms. The dinner we had was one...
Kimberly
United States United States
Best meal of trip. Fabulous dinner and breakfast buffet. Super helpful staff. Wish I had more time there to relax and enjoy pool, ping pong table, hammam…. We did visit the animals and garden. Thoughtfully curated spaces, color, gardens. Staff was...
Andrea
United States United States
Delicious breakfast with locally grown fruit jams, crepes, yogurt, and more.
Elizabeth
United States United States
This property is absolutely exceptional— so much love and care has been poured into this estate. We ended up sticking around almost all day and just relaxing— a welcome respite after lots of travel. The owner and staff were exceptional— breakfast...
Lev
Turkey Turkey
The staff is extremely nice and helpful, every one we've talked to. Nice architecture: all houses and rooms are different. Very nice
Laura
Netherlands Netherlands
This place is beyond special. What an unexpected find on our trip thru Morocco. Seeing oasis life while riding bikes through the winding alleys and roads, exploring the organic olive farm and seeing all the animals was a beautiful and relaxing way...
Sam
United States United States
Beautiful, spacious property, welcoming staff, great service and food. This was one of my best stays, if not THE best, during my 3 weeks in Morocco. I was the only guest the night I stayed and the owner himself, Nicholas, was filling in for an...
Michelle
United States United States
beautiful property, gracious hosts and delicious food
Davis
Australia Australia
The breakfast over the pool was delightful. The grounds are beautiful and the animals are adorable. My son loved the farm. I only wish we could have stayed another night so relaxing.
Khalid
United States United States
Food excellent staff very welcoming the place just amazing!

Managed by Nicolas, Sophie, Philippe, Catherine,Kader, Said.

Company review score: 9.7Based on 393 reviews from 1 property
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Company info

We love the quiet and the exceptional nature in the palm grove away from the road. Walking around the house without the dust and noise of cars and motorbikes is very important to us. Admire the Atlas, read in quiet, have space, all these criteria are

Property info

AL Sawadi won the award in 2014 of responsible tourism in Morocco. Sawadi is the ideal place for those who love nature, Sawadi has a playground for children is leieu ideal for families with a park of 4 hectares and a farm with animals. the Kasbah Sawadi are traditionally built of straw and earth. All staff lives in the palm grove. All staff are formally employed. Sawadi has a license, allowing you to drink alcohol.

Neighborhood info

Sawadi is located at the foot of the Atlas at the beginning of the palmraie and has a body of exceptional groundwater, vegetation is still lush and not sulfur drought can sometimes affect some area. We chose this place because Sawadi is a few kilometers of highways which allows us to observe birds without fear that the horns do flee. You will find peace Sawadi traditional palmraie away from trucks and cars that parasitize today often these magical places.

Languages Spoken

Arabic,English,Spanish,French

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Moroccan
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Sawadi Ecolodge

Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 years old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per person, per night

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 7:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

When superior category rooms are available the property might grant an upgrade with no extra fees.

Quiet hours are between 19:00:00 and 08:00:00.

License number: 45000FH0416

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