Take a journey into the wilds of Morocco, passing ancient kasbahs, olive groves and tiny Berber villages, until you reach Les Jardins De Skoura. Nestled in the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains, the hotel is surrounded by sprawling gardens of sunflowers and bright and beautiful apricot and pomegranate trees. Time is at its leisure here, with slow mornings spent dining on fluffy Moroccan pancakes topped with jam from the orchard, and dozing in a shaded hammock. Your afternoons might feature wandering walks through the palmeraie, horseriding across the epic landscape, or simply doing as little as possible beside the pool...
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With walls of smooth tadelakt, high ceilings and soft Berber rugs, the rooms are unfussy, understated, and really rather cosy. The suites have a separate living room with a fireplace, leather poufs and antique decor, and the largest of them, the Atlas Suite, comes with a private terrace and one spectacular view. There are no TVs but you'll fall asleep to the sound of chirping crickets and wind rustling through the palms. Bliss.
The totally unpretentious and idyllic setting.
Calling all movie buffs! Visit the town of Ouarzazate, which hosts some of the biggest film studios in Morocco. You might even see the plane from Raiders of the Lost Ark.
The road to reach Les Jardins is bumpy and difficult to navigate. We recommend arriving before it gets dark, especially if you're self-driving.
Start with a recommended trip or create one from scratch
Les Jardins de Skoura can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Morocco trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Morocco trips featuring Les Jardins de Skoura or get advice and suggestions from one of our Morocco specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Les Jardins de Skoura start from around $80, or US$80, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
A scenic slice of picture-perfect desert for leisurely explorations and aperitifs at sunset.
