Unbelievable Merzouga Pyramids Hotel: Your Moroccan Oasis Awaits!
Unbelievable Merzouga Pyramids Hotel: Don't Believe the Hype? Actually, Believe EVERYTHING!
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because I just got back from a whirlwind trip to the Sahara, and let me tell you, the Unbelievable Merzouga Pyramids Hotel: Your Moroccan Oasis Awaits! is… well, it’s a LOT. And mostly, it’s fantastic. I mean, seriously, I'm still seeing sand. In my hair. But I'm also seeing the most breathtaking sunsets I've ever witnessed. And that, friends, is a good trade-off. Let’s dive in, shall we? This is going to be a long one because, well, there's a lot to cover.
Accessibility: (Mostly) Smooth Sailing… With a Few Sand Dunes to Climb
Okay, let's be real. Morocco isn't exactly known for its unwavering commitment to universal accessibility. However, and it's a big however, the Merzouga Pyramids Hotel has put in a real effort. The lobby, the restaurants, and the common areas are generally wheelchair accessible – the elevator is a lifesaver, especially after a long day of camel trekking (more on that later). The exterior corridors are pretty easy to navigate, too.
But, and this is important, you're in the Sahara. Sand. Everywhere. I'm talking about those pristine, Instagram-worthy photos? They're probably taken before you actually, you know, live there. Getting around on loose sand in a wheelchair? That's going to be a challenge. They do have facilities for disabled guests, but it’s probably worth contacting them directly about specific requirements. And I'd recommend double-checking with them before you go.
On-site Accessible Restaurants / Lounges: Food, Glorious Food (and Mostly Easy Access!)
This is where the hotel shines. The main restaurant, with its breakfast buffet and international cuisine, is easy to navigate. You'll find a real mix of dishes, from the expected Western breakfast, to more local fare (the Asian cuisine in restaurant was surprisingly good – though my taste buds might be a bit skewed after all the dates and tagine!). A la carte in the restaurant is also available, along with a salad in restaurant that I ate way too much of. Everything is kept incredibly clean, and they use sanitized kitchen and tableware items. That's a big plus for peace of mind, especially if you're like me and prone to overthinking the cleanliness of… well, everything.
The poolside bar is another win. The happy hour makes it even better. Seriously, grab a drink, watch the sunset, and forget all your worries. I almost cried at the beauty of it all. Almost. My eyes are getting misty just recalling it!
What About the Rooms? The Real Deal (with Added Extras)
Okay, let’s get into the rooms themselves, which are…well, they’re pretty damn good. Air conditioning (a must!), air conditioning in public area, free wi-fi in all rooms!, and internet access – wireless. That's a win. The Wi-Fi in public areas can be temperamental, so download your map before you go!
The little touches really make a difference: bathrobes, slippers, a hair dryer, and a mirror big enough to confirm you look as glamorous as you feel after a spa day (more on that later). They have non-smoking rooms, and I'm pretty sure they even offer interconnecting room(s) available - perfect for families or a group. Plus, I was genuinely thrilled to find a laptop workspace.
The complimentary tea and free bottled water were lifesavers. Nights in the desert get cold, and the next-level comfort starts with the blackout curtains which were helpful. They provided towels that were fluffy and plentiful. The desk was functional, and the sofa offered a cozy spot to relax - that's all I need to get through the day.
The Spa and Leisure: Pure Desert Bliss (and Maybe a Few Screams of Delight)
Okay, here’s the money shot. The spa. Oh. My. God. I mean, Body scrub, Body wrap, Foot bath, Massage, Pool with view, Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor]… They’ve got it ALL.
I opted for a massage – honestly, after the camel trek, which, let me tell you, is not glamorous – my back felt like I'd been wrestling a sandstorm. The masseuse was amazing! It was pure bliss. I could have stayed in that room all day. The steamroom was also heavenly. Seriously, if you're stressed, book a spa day. Do it immediately and be grateful for hot water linen and laundry washing!
And the pool with a view? Chef’s kiss. Swimming as the sun sets over the dunes? Unforgettable. I actually yelped with joy when I saw it. No shame. Then again, Body wrap. Wow. I felt like I was cocooned like some gorgeous desert butterfly. It was both a little claustrophobic and incredibly relaxing at the same time, I almost fell asleep. Fitness center, and Gym/fitness are available. I didn't go, I'm on vacation, let's be honest.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: Fueling Your Desert Adventures
The food at the Merzouga Pyramids is a real highlight. As mentioned before, the breakfast buffet is fantastic. There are so many options, from fluffy pancakes to spicy tagines. Seriously, the food is a solid 9 out of 10. The Asian Cuisine was a pleasant surprise – I'm talking delicious noodles and flavorful curries, a perfect break from the traditional Moroccan fare. There's also a coffee shop and a snack bar if you need a quick bite between adventures. Bottle of water everywhere!
The restaurants themselves are generally pretty good. The buffet is extensive and has something for everyone. They have a vegetarian restaurant and provide alternative meal arrangement.
One evening, I ventured down to the poolside bar for a happy hour cocktail. It was the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploring.
If you're feeling lazy (and let's face it, after a day in the desert, you will be), room service [24-hour] is available.
Cleanliness and Safety: Feeling Secure in a Foreign Land
This is a big one. Traveling during… well, gestures vaguely at the world… is stressful. But the Merzouga Pyramids Hotel takes safety seriously. They have anti-viral cleaning products, daily disinfection in common areas, hand sanitizer everywhere, and a rigorous focus on cleanliness and safety. They have hygiene certification, and rooms sanitized between stays. The staff are staff trained in safety protocol, They even use professional-grade sanitizing services and are very diligent with individually-wrapped food options.
Cashless payment service is a plus. There are safety/security features in the room, including a safe box. The hotel has CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, security guards at all times, front desk [24-hour], and smoke alarms and fire extinguisher. I felt incredibly safe, which is a huge weight off your shoulders when you're in a new place.
Things to Do: Beyond the Sands (and the Magic Carpet Ride)
Okay, let’s face it. You're in the Sahara. You're there for the desert. But there’s more on offer as well. The hotel can arrange airport transfer which is a lifesaver, trust me.
They can also organize camel treks, sandboarding, quad biking, and trips to the local villages. The camel trek was UNFORGETTABLE. I mean, sore bum aside, it was truly magical. Watching the sun set over the dunes from the back of a camel? Once-in-a-lifetime stuff. They have bicycle parking and car park [free of charge].
Inside the hotel, they have meeting/banquet facilities and can host indoor venue for special events. They have a gift/souvenir shop you're free to go to.
Services and Conveniences: Making Life Easy
The Merzouga Pyramids Hotel is all about making your trip smooth and stress-free. The daily housekeeping is excellent, and the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. They have a concierge, luggage storage, laundry service, and dry cleaning. There's a convenience store so you can grab water bottles and snacks and currency exchange for your Moroccan dirhams.
I particularly appreciated the doorman and the express check-in/out.
They have facilities for disabled guests, which is great. The elevator made life so much easier.
For the Kids: Family Fun in the Desert Families are welcomed here. They're **family/child
Uncover Yilan's Hidden Gem: Mystery13 B&B Awaits!
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because this isn't your average "perfectly curated" itinerary. This is the REAL deal – the messy, sweaty, sand-in-your-undies adventure that was my trip to Les Pyramides Hotel in Merzouga, Morocco. Buckle up for some stream-of-consciousness ramblings, because that's just how my brain works.
Day 1: Arrival & The Great Camel Conundrum (aka Sand Everywhere)
- 8:00 AM (ish) - Marrakech Airport Chaos: Okay, Marrakech airport. Let's just say it's an assault on the senses. The calls to prayer blaring, the aggressive taxi vultures, the sheer volume of humanity… It was exhilarating and terrifying all at once. Finding my pre-booked transfer was a Herculean task. My phone was dead, I couldn't understand a word of the Arabic flying around me, and I'm pretty sure I aged a decade in those first 30 minutes. But eventually, a guy with a name that sounded like "Hassan…but make it snappy" found me, and we were off.
- Anecdote: The drive to Merzouga is LONG. Like, hours and hours of staring at a landscape that slowly transitions from bustling city to desolate (but gorgeous) desert. During this time, my travel buddy decided to tell me, "I think I’m going to be sick." Fun times.
- 4:00 PM (ish) - Arrival at Les Pyramides: This place is an oasis! Seriously, the moment I saw the pool, I felt my shoulders start to relax. The hotel itself is stunning, and I'm pretty sure I took like a million pictures of the views.
- 5:00 PM - The Camel Trek (aka the Real Test of Humanity): Ah, the camel trek. The whole reason I came. Picture this: me, giddy with excitement, mounting this enormous, grumpy-looking camel, praying I don't fall off. Let me tell you, those things are HIGH. Like, "holy crap, I'm legitimately terrified of heights" high. The sunset was beautiful, yes, but I was so focused on not falling off my camel that I probably missed half of it.
- Quirky Observation: Camels…they smell like camel. And judging by their expression they don't like doing this either.
- Emotional Reaction: Honestly, the first hour I was terrified. Then I got used to it. Then I got really, really sore.
- 8:00 PM - Dinner & Desert Bed: Dinner under the stars! Delicious tagine, and the music was hauntingly beautiful. Afterwards, we crashed into a Berber tent and listened to them chat over the campfire.
- 10:00 PM - Sleep!
Day 2: Desert Adventures & Dusty Reflections
- 7:00 AM - Sunrise Over the Dunes: Woke up to the most incredible sunrise I've ever seen. The way the light hit the dunes… it was ethereal. It was the best part of this trip!
- 8:00 AM - Return to Hotel: After a long day of walking in the desert.
- 9:00 AM - Breakfast: Delicious!!!
- 10:00 AM - Quad Biking (aka Speeding Through the Sahara): I, a person who is, shall we say, uncoordinated, on a quad bike. What could go wrong? Let's just say there was a lot of sand, a lot of dust, and a few moments of sheer panic. But it was exhilarating!
- Messy Structure Rambling/Opinionated Rant: They made us wear these ridiculous helmets and goggles. Seriously, I looked like a bug. And the guide was like, "Go fast, go fast!" Like, dude, I HAVE to be careful! Sand EVERYWHERE!
- Emotional Reaction: Okay, so there were times where I thought I was going to die. Okay, but honestly I would do it again.
- 1:00 PM - Lunch at the pool
- 2:00 PM - Relaxing at the pool
- 7:00 PM - Dinner: Really good food again!
- 8:00 PM - Stargazing (aka Spotting the Universe): Never seen so many stars. The air was crystal clear, and the Milky Way was just…there. It was humbling, magical, and a perfect end to a perfect day.
Day 3: Departure, and Wishing I'd Stayed Longer
- 9:00 AM - Breakfast: Saying goodbye to the endless breakfasts was painful.
- 10:00 AM (ish) - Departure: Back to Marrakech. Back to the chaos. This time the drive was sad because I was leaving!
- Emotional Reaction: I left a piece of my heart in the Sahara.
- The Verdict: Les Pyramides Hotel was, hands down, a must-do experience. The staff were amazing, the food was delicious, and the whole place had this incredible vibe. Yes, it was messy, yes, I was a mess, but it was REAL. And that, my friends, is what makes travel unforgettable.
- Additional Thoughts: Seriously, if you're considering going, DO IT. Don't overthink it. Just go. And bring a lot of sunscreen, a good book, and a sense of humor. You'll need it.
Unbelievable Merzouga Pyramids Hotel: Your Moroccan Oasis - Or Is It? (Let's Be Real...)
Okay, spill the beans. Is it REALLY "Unbelievable"? Because Travel websites... well, you know.
Alright, alright, let's get real. "Unbelievable"? That's a bold claim, innit? Look, the Merzouga Pyramids *is* impressive, especially at first glance. Like, you pull up, and BAM! Giant pyramids against the desert backdrop. It's Instagram-bait, no question. But it's not a floating city built by angels, you know? The "unbelievable" part for *me* was more the sheer audacity of building hotel pyramids in the middle of nowhere. And honestly, sometimes the sheer remoteness is, well… a little *much*. I arrived after a brutal 10-hour bus ride, dust clinging to everything, and all I wanted was a shower where the water *actually* got hot. More on that later… trust me.
What about the rooms? Are they, like, ACTUAL pyramids on the inside? Or just… rooms?
Okay, deep breaths. No, the rooms aren't perfectly pyramid-shaped inside. That would be… impractical? And probably claustrophobic as hell. The rooms are basically… rooms. They *are* decorated with a Moroccan/Egyptian fusion vibe, which is… trying. I’m not sure if it quite pulls it off, but hey, they're giving it a go, right? My room, *thankfully*, *did* have (eventually) hot water. I swear, I nearly wept tears of joy. The beds were comfy enough after a long day though. My only complaint was that the air conditioning sounded like a dying yak. But hey, at least it *cooled* the room. Desert survival hacks, people. Gotta adapt.
The food! Is it all tagine and couscous? Is it any good?
Alright, food is a big deal, right? Especially after that bus ride. And yes, there is *plenty* of tagine and couscous. Seriously, you will dream of tagine. But it’s actually pretty good. The restaurant is a massive room (a bit canteen-y, but they try) and the food is… generally delicious. Think hearty, filling, flavorful. Breakfast was a bit… basic, though. Mostly bread, jam, and instant coffee that tasted vaguely of despair. But the dinners... the lamb tagine... oh, *that* was something. I practically inhaled the entire dish. I'm pretty sure I saw my life flash before my eyes in a blur of spices and tender meat. Okay, slight caveat: the *one* night that I arrived super late, the kitchen appeared to have "run out" of a lot of things. I ended up with a slightly sad omelet. But hey, it's a desert hotel. You have to roll with it, yeah?
And the camel trek? That's the big draw, right? Tell me Everything!
Ah, the camel trek. Okay. Buckle up, buttercups. This is where things get... interesting. First off, the camels are *camels*. They smell… interesting. Let’s just say they have their own unique desert perfume. The trek itself? Magical. Seriously. Watching the sunset over the dunes while perched on a camel's back… yeah, it’s bucket-list material. But, and this is a BIG BUT… my butt was *wrecked* after the first hour. I'm talking serious saddle sores. I'm pretty sure I waddled around for a day afterward. And the guides? Lovely guys, generally. But be prepared for a lot of Berber music (which is great, at first, but after four hours... you kinda want a break). And the sand. It's *everywhere*. In your hair, in your ears, in your… well, you get the idea. Bring extra underwear. Seriously. The sleeping under the stars part? Phenomenal. Honestly, the most amazing thing I've ever seen. But the wind... wow. I woke up in the middle of the night with sand in my eyes, my mouth, and probably even my soul. But still... the stars. Worth it. Absolutely worth it.
How good is the WiFi? Because, you know, #DigitalNomadLife... (kidding... mostly)
WiFi? Let's just say it's a desert mirage. It *exists*, technically. But it's slower than a camel wearing a tiny pair of slippers. Don't count on streaming anything. Basically, embrace the digital detox. Which, you know, sometimes is a good thing. You can actually, you know, *talk* to people. Imagine that. Or… try not to strangle the person trying to use the internet when you’re trying to get a signal. The struggle is real.
Okay, so is it worth it? Would you go back?
That's the million-dollar question, isn't it? Look, the Merzouga Pyramids has its quirks, its imperfections, its moments of desert-induced frustration. The fact the water was hot only half the time was pretty annoying. The air conditioning… well, don’t get me started. And I am *still* finding sand… everywhere. But… yes. I would go back. Because despite the slight chaos, the minor discomforts, the occasional existential dread of being stranded in the middle of the Sahara… it was *incredible*. The camel trek, the stars, the sheer audacity of the place… it’s a memory that’s burned into my brain (along with the sand, of course). It's raw, it's real, it's… unforgettable. And sometimes, that's all that matters. Just pack a butt cushion. Seriously. You'll thank me later.
A Quick note on the Staff?
The staff? For the most part, they're lovely. Always helpful. Always smiling. They're working their butts off in a crazy location, so cut them some slack. One guy, Hamid, I think it was, was particularly great. Bubbly, helpful, and seemed genuinely happy. Tip those guys well! (And maybe learn a few basic French phrases - it helps!)
Is it loud at night? I'm a light sleeper.
Okay, light sleepers, listen up. It *can* be noisy. There's often music playing from the restaurant – Berber drums in the desert, what do you expect? - and the wind… the wind. It howls through the dunes like a banshee. Plus, the occasional group of overly enthusiastic guestsNomadic Stays
