A lovely simple hotel in gardens located 2km outside the city walls of Taroudant.
ABOUT: An attractive blend of rustic, authentic Berber design and classy Arabic touches, the boutique ‘House of the Olives’ sits scenically inside four acres of beautiful grounds and gardens just 2km from Taroudant’s ancient walls. Beyond its dramatic cupola and entrance lobby are two pools, a spa and one of the Souss region’s finest restaurants.
ROOMS: Warmly decorated and boasting high-quality fixtures and fittings, the dozen bungalow-type rooms and eight suites are scattered around the greenery like far-flung seeds. Each is air-conditioned, and each has satellite TV and Wi-Fi access. Able to accommodate four, the suites offer greater space and comfort – especially the largest Senior versions – while the bungalows can take a third bed. Some quarters come with a shower; all have a bath.
FACILITIES: Amid the palm, papaya and olive trees, amid the rose bushes and pomegranate groves, is a 20m pool shaped like a Moorish gate. A heated Jacuzzi tempts guests into Zitoune’s compact spa, as do a hammam (steam bath), various massage treatments and henna offerings. Moroccan traditions mesh with European influences inside the hotel restaurant, which serves its acclaimed food – vegetarians are well catered for – on the terrace or in a lounge bar. That latter venue is also the place for late-night cocktails and shows by local musicians.
EXTRA INFO: The Dar’s attentive staff can organise half or full-day visits for guests to remote Berber villages or amazing kasbahs.
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Dar Zitoune - wow!!! After beautiful but basic riad's it was like gadget city!! Food was probably the best we ate in our whole trip!!
Deborah H who stayed here in November 2012.
Riad Dar Zitoune, Taroudant has been rated 1 time, with an overall rating of 5.00 out of 5.
We really know Morocco and have had the pleasure of making many people's dream trips become reality over the years. It has been our privilege to be asked to manage holidays, weddings and productions for so many fantastic and discerning clients. We remain small and dedicated to providing excellent honest advice to enable you to sit back, relax and enjoy the fun bits without having to manage the unpredictability of this fascinating country.
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