Le Drom'blanc — Hotel in caïdat de M'Hamid

If "off the beaten track" is for you, head for Le Drom'Blanc. I can't recommend it highly enough. I slept in one of the bungalows, a simple palm-thatch hut, plain, but perfectly comfortable; no 'en suite' - but if you've come to the desert you won't expect that, and the shower/toilet block only a few steps away is more than adequate. But far the best aspect of this lovely little place is the welcome you'll get and the way that you're taken care of in every way. Maguy is a brilliant hostess, ably supported by the wonderful Omar - who is perfectly at home in a huge variety of roles from cook to waiter (which he does with more aplomb and elegance than I've seen in some 5star joints) to entertaining walking companion. From the moment of arrival, you're made to feel welcome, with real warmth and sincerity. Nothing's too much trouble, excursions are arranged flawlessly, advice given freely. The unexpected arrives - you might find yourself visiting a Berber family, or exploring the deepest reaches of a ruined kasbah with a local teenager as your guide, or taking a surprise mule ride into the desert... Breakfast is delicious - Berber bread and crepes, made by Omar's mum, with an assortment of date, fig, apricot and quince confitures, juice, tea and coffee. All served in the morning sunshine. (which in February, with Europe shivering in sub-zero, is hard to beat!). Dinner is just great, a convivial affair, all eating together with excellent home cooking - typically pumpkin soup, tagine and a dessert, accompanied of course by "Berber whiskey" - tea, served with a flourish by Omar. Worth noting that eating in is pretty much your only choice - this is the desert, so not noted for a variety of eateries just up the road... But none the worse for that. There's so much to do here - or nothing at all, if that suits you. There are desert excursions by dromedary or 4x4; Omar is happy to accompany you to Vieux M'Hamid, show you the best people to buy carpets from, drink tea with etc (on which note, bring plenty of cash with you - the nearest ATM is over an hour's drive at Zagora. You'll be tempted to buy something, I'm sure. And it's better to settle your bill at Drom'Blanc in cash also.) Whilst I was there - a five-night stay - there were several regular clients who returned time and again to this magic place. Which speaks volumes for just how good it is. I'll be...

At our Maroccan Sahara desert adventure, our group arrived Le Drom’ Blanc at the back of a dromedary and stayed for one night. Our hostess, Maguy, was very kind and hospitable during our stay in the quiet and relaxing atmosphere of the camp. We were served excellent food, including a lamb infused with local spices and roasted whole in a clay oven. When darkness fell, an amazing starlit sky appeared over us, and the nomads entertained us with beautiful song and music by the bonfire. We slept like babies in the comfortable nomad tents, and enjoyed a superb breakfast before we continued...

The term oasis was made for this place! We had been camping for over a week and was pretty ill with the temperature exceeding 120 in the desert. It was actually closed but they opened up for us, let me lie under their single air con machine, have the run of the place. Their mint tea and fabulous food, care and hospitality aided my recovery. We were soon able to play maroc monopoly in the open air. Fabulous few night which felt like they saved my life at the time, but in hindsight where a much needed, much appreciate treat. Thank you, we'd like to...