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Original Desert Camp

2.5 star property
Family ski hotel with 2 restaurants

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb

Explore the area

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Erg Chebbi, Merzouga, Errachidia, 52202
  • Place, Erg Chebbi
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Palace of Erfoud
  • Place, Lake Dayet Srij

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Merzouga

A family-friendly stay in Taouz awaits you at Original Desert Camp. You'll be steps from Erg Chebbi and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Dar Gnaoua Bambara Khamlia Cultural Center. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 restaurants, 3 coffee shops/cafes and free buffet breakfast. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. At this ski hotel, you'll be close to snowboarding. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, a 24-hour business centre and free babysitting. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Taouz hotel include Lake Dayet Srij and Igrane Palm Grove.

What's nearby

  • Erg Chebbi - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Baraka - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Merzouga - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Hotel&Restaurant "Trans Sahara - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Nomad - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Café Restaurant Chez Ibrahim - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Original Desert Camp

Family ski hotel with 2 restaurants
There are 2 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception.

You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Original Desert Camp. Valet parking is free.

This Taouz hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 coffee shops
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
Original Desert Camp offers 8 accommodations with a safe and an iron/ironing board. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Taouz hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Cooking classes
  • Snowboarding

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Free babysitting
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Sofa bed

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.84 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15 years old.
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Original Desert Camp?

Yep, Original Desert Camp has free valet parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Original Desert Camp?

As of 7 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Original Desert Camp on 8 Feb 2026 start from NZ$224.95, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes Original Desert Camp a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Original Desert Camp.

Is Original Desert Camp family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free babysitting and a charcoal grill, as well as children's dinnerware and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Original Desert Camp is a hit with families.

Does Original Desert Camp serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary buffet brekkie is served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Original Desert Camp?

No, Original Desert Camp does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Original Desert Camp?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Original Desert Camp?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:30 PM.

Original Desert Camp Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

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christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026