Bab El Atlas

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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Bab El Atlas in Kalaat MGouna offers a guest house with a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, water sports facilities, and a restaurant serving British, French, Mediterranean, and Moroccan cuisines. Comfortable Amenities: The property features private check-in and check-out, a lounge, and a coffee shop. Additional services include a tour desk, bike hire, and free on-site parking. Free toiletries, air-conditioning, and a balcony enhance the stay. Prime Location: Located 91 km from Ouarzazate Airport, Bab El Atlas is praised for its scenic views and terrace. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy evening entertainment. The property is pet-friendly and highly rated for its location and hospitality.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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1 double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Engelbert
Netherlands Netherlands
“Wow !!! What an amazing place to stay !! It’s a hidden gem very close to Rose Valley. We had a wonderful and unforgettable time. The view on the Kasbash from the terrace is unique. They have a nice pool, very cozy rooms with authentic vibe. The...”
Philip
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Bab el Atlas was everything we'd hoped for - a perfect place to stay and explore the Valley of the Roses. Ibrahim was a great host and the charm and decor of the hotel made staying there a joy. Highly recommended.”
Francesca
Italy Italy
“We had a wonderful stay at Bab El Atlas, the view on the Kasbah from the terrace is unique, very nice pool, cozy room with autentic vibe but "swiss" level of attention to detail. But most of all, the we really enjoyed the chat with Kevin, who...”
Ingo
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A beautiful place accompanied by the sound of birds, water and amazing views of lush nature contrasting crumbling kasbahs. Great thoughtful food and attention to detail in everything. A special place.”
Bazura
Malaysia Malaysia
“The accommodation was great and nice. The owner, Kevin has a warm personality and goes out of their way to make you feel at home”
Hetty
Netherlands Netherlands
“Warm Marocan welcome, European hotel standards. Owner Kevin and manager Ibrahim are super helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Kevin loves to share his knowlegde. Amazing food.”
Chetana
India India
“A days drive from Marrakesh through the Rose Valley took us to Bab El Atlas where we stayed for the night. A gem of a place with a view of snow capped mountains in the distance, beautifully decorated rooms with Moroccan Rugs, furniture, the small...”
Alberto
Italy Italy
“- Kindness of the staff - View from the terrace - Food (dinner and breakfast) - Convenience of position for people travelling from Marrakech to Merzouga (or the other way around) - Attention to details in the rooms”
Adam
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location and hospitality were world class. Thank you Brigitte for an unforgettable stay for us. I really did regret being able to stay longer for breakfast. 😊”
Katerina
Greece Greece
“Our best stay during our trip in Morocco!!! What’s not to like in Bab El Atlas? Brigitte? The excellent and so kind hostess with her amazing taste and personal touch in the house. The lovely stuff? The location and view from the rooms and the...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Kevin et Brigitte Dyer

Company review score: 9.9Based on 122 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Welcome to Bab El Atlas, Kevin is English and Brigitte is Swiss. After traveling the world, we fell under the spell of this valley, it's local adobe architecture and the Berbers culture. It is with pleasure that we welcome you to this magical spot.

Property information

Charming guesthouse situated at the foot of the southern slopes of the Atlas mountains. A place where you can relax and, if you wish, go on adventurous discoveries of the surrounding area. The multiple patios offer an exceptional view of the ancient fortress of the Mgouna, emblem of the local Berber culture. We are in the heart of the Valley of Roses, an hour by car from Ouarzazate, in a village near the small town of Kalaat Mgouna. Each spring, the roses of the Rosa Damascina variety are picked and distilled to make rose essential oil and rosewater. The guesthouse is constructed using a traditional technique of rammed earth. The abundant sunshine allows us to produce our hot water with solar panels. To delight your tastebuds, we propose a traditional Moroccan cuisine made with fresh local produce. Evenings on the patios under a sky of brilliant stars will make you feel as if you are in a palace of one thousand and one nights!

Neighbourhood information

Situated in the very heart of the valley of roses in a quiet part of Mirna (part of Kalaat Mgouna), Bab El Atlas is only 200m from the "Tighremt" which is a partially ruined fortified collective granary. In bygone days, the local people kept all their stocks of food in this granary and in case of attack by other tribes, they defended their food supply rather than their homes. "Kalaat or Kelaat" is derived from an Arabic or Persian word "Qalaat" meaning fortress. So "our" ruin is in fact the original village of Kalaat Mgouna. In the season you can see the roses growing in the gardens or cultures and see rose picking early in the mornings or visit the rose distillery.

Languages spoken

Arabic,German,English,French

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant de Bab El Atlas
  • Cuisine
    British • French • Mediterranean • Moroccan
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 13:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

License number: 02217MA2143