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SPA & Wellness at the door of the desert.
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Six kilometres from the city of Arfoud, the gateway to the Sahara. A fortified kasbah where adventure begins.
Kasbah Hotel Xaluca is located in Arfoud, a city known as 'the Door to the Desert'. The Kasbah is unique in Morocco thanks to its distinctive character: built with adobe — the traditional Moroccan brick — it is a perfect place to relax and inhabit the moment. The hotel offers 200 spacious rooms decorated with regional materials and 8 bungalows, blending tradition with modern comfort built to the most demanding standards.
A fantastic setting between dunes and palm groves, where you will experience emotions found nowhere else. Earth-brick towers, courtyards open to the sky, ceilings of carved cedar, hand-laid zellige and bathrooms built with fossils from the regional mines.
A word from the founder
“It is a fantastic place, between dunes and palms, where you will live unique emotions. The team at Kasbah Hotel Xaluca Arfoud will make your stay unforgettable.” — Abdedaim Sadoq, Director.
4.8/5 · 4 verified reviews
Emma & Julien P.
Lyon, France3 weeks ago
“The kasbah walls feel alive at dusk — pisé warmed by fifty years of sun. Rooftop dinner with the palm grove below is a memory we'll keep.”
H. Nakamura
Kyoto, JapanLast month
“Arriving from Merzouga after a dune sunrise, the pool and the mint tea felt like a soft landing. Staff remembered our names by breakfast.”
The Osborne family
Bristol, UK2 months ago
“The kids ran barefoot through the pisé courtyards while we drank cardamom coffee. Rooms are enormous — hand-woven Berber rugs everywhere.”
Sofía L.
Barcelona, Spain6 weeks ago
“Booked the spa at 9pm after a full-day tour. Two therapists, hammam scent I still can't identify, and a fossil-stone massage table. Bliss.”
A word from your host
I have been welcoming travellers to this kasbah for more than twenty years, and I can promise you one thing — the desert never disappoints those who arrive with an open heart. Our team grew up here, between the dunes of Erg Chebbi and the palm groves of Tafilalet. We know which terrace catches the best sunrise, which guide tells the oldest stories, which tagine you must not leave without tasting. Come, ask for me at reception — and let us turn your visit into a memory the south of Morocco will sign in its own hand.
With my warmest welcome,
Abdedaim Sadoq
Director · Kasbah Hotel Xaluca Arfoud
Films from the property
Seven short films covering the property — its presentation, the table, wellness rituals, aerial footage, lifestyle, the excursions around it, and the artisans and music behind the place.
Quick facts
Local time & weather
Kasbah Hotel Xaluca Arfoud · 31.488°N · 4.214°W
Morocco · Africa/Casablanca
16:34:55
Thursday 15 October
22°C
Partly cloudy
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Our collection
Four categories, each handcrafted with Berber textures and modern serenity.
01 · Rooms & Suites
Two single beds dressed in handwoven Berber linen, fossil-marble bathroom, walk-in shower and balcony onto the cactus garden. AC, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and mini-bar.
“Two beds, one balcony over the cactus garden — perfect for us as sisters. Small details everywhere: fossil marble in the bath, hand-stitched pillows.”
Ana & Lucía M.
Madrid
02 · Rooms & Suites
Queen bed under a vaulted adobe ceiling, full fossil-marble bathroom, walk-in shower, AC, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and mini-bar — the signature room of the kasbah, dressed in regional materials.
“A queen bed under a vaulted ceiling, warm wool blankets, and the smell of cedar at dusk. We slept like the kasbah wanted us to.”
Emma R.
Lyon
03 · Rooms & Suites
Generous quadruple room with two queen beds (or four singles on request) under an adobe vaulted ceiling, full fossil-marble bathroom, walk-in shower, AC, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and mini-bar — designed for groups of four sharing in comfort.
“The connecting sleeping nooks meant our kids had their own space without ever being far. Bathtub big enough for two, spotless throughout.”
The Bertrands
Brussels
04 · Rooms & Suites
Separate sitting room with banquette and zellige fireplace, king-size bed, full fossil-marble bathroom, walk-in shower, hi-fi sound, AC, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and mini-bar — a quiet retreat for slow travellers.
“A separate lounge, dining nook, terrace opening onto the pool — a suite that feels like a small riad. We didn't want to leave.”
Andrea L.
Milan
05 · Rooms & Suites
Larger living suite with king-size bed, separate lounge and dining nook, fossil-marble bathroom with twin vanity and bathtub, private terrace facing the cactus garden, hi-fi sound, AC, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and mini-bar.
“A separate lounge, dining nook, terrace opening onto the pool — a suite that feels like a small riad. We didn't want to leave.”
Andrea L.
Milan
06 · Rooms & Suites
The flagship suite — decorated with traditional ornaments, spacious lounge, private dune-view terrace, king-size bed, full fossil-marble bathroom with in-room Jacuzzi, advanced hi-fi system, AC, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and mini-bar.
“The Jacuzzi terrace facing the desert is unforgettable. We spent our anniversary here — worth every dirham. The service reads your mind.”
Sarah & James B.
London
07 · Rooms & Suites
Independent entrance, 120 m² apartments with kitchen, fridge, plasma-TV lounge, Wi-Fi, two suites each with full bathroom and Jacuzzi, private courtyard and terrace. Full access to all hotel services.
“The vaulted ceiling and adobe walls hold the day's warmth and cool the night — genuine Berber architecture, quietly refined.”
Isabela M.
Lisbon
Room Rates
Per room · per night · breakfast included. Half-board, full-board and agency contracts on request.
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Prices in EUR · indicative public rates · final price confirmed by the concierge.
GALLERY
A curated selection of visuals from our team on the ground.
BROCHURE
Browse the printed brochure of this property — every room, every corner, in a leaf-through experience.
Services & Amenities
Wellness inspired by Moroccan traditions — hammam & rituals, sauna, massages, spa experiences and hair-removal treatments.
Four dining rooms — Moroccan and International (350 diners each) — plus a catering hall for 300 and poolside buffet. Two bars: Bar Tataoui and Bar Bab Sahra.
Outdoor pool with bar, terrace and sun-loungers; heated indoor pool with Jacuzzi for up to 30 people. Year-round bathing.
Indoor football court, tennis court, paddle tennis, fitness room, table tennis, mini-golf and bocce.
A conference hall unique in southern Morocco — capacity 300 — equipped with the latest high-tech sound and image. Full catering and event support team.
Antique silver crafts, coral necklaces, regional fossils, Berber textiles, ceramics and jewelry — a curated treasure-hunt of the desert.
On-site ATV fleet for dune and palm-grove excursions. 24/7 concierge, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, airport transfers, private guides.
Wellness · Hammam · Argan
At the heart of the kasbah, a 1,200 m² spa wraps you in eucalyptus steam, the warm crackle of beldi soap and the slow rhythm of argan-oil rituals carried by Berber families for generations. Ten private cabins, a contrast circuit and a candle-lit relaxation lounge open onto the cactus garden.
Experiences
Steam, beldi black-soap scrub and a rhassoul-clay envelopment — the gateway ritual.
Five horizontal jets cascade over the body for full-length argan-oil rituals.
A private suite for two, four hands, candles, mint tea — a full afternoon together.
Signature treatments
Spaces
Traditional zellige hammam scented with eucalyptus — heated benches in three temperatures.
Aspen-wood cabin with herbal infusions — for contrast therapy with the ice machine.
Heated daybeds, mint tea, dates and roasted almonds — open onto the cactus garden.
Our therapists tailor each ritual to your stay — speak to the spa concierge for a bespoke programme or to reserve before arrival.
Reserve a spa ritualSpa & Hammam
Heated waters, Berber hammam, signature massages — each treatment bookable on arrival or via the concierge.
Prices in EUR · all treatments bookable on arrival or via the concierge.
Rates · EUR
Public starting rates in EUR. Agency contracts and group rates are available on request.
828 m² · two single beds · 2 guests
Two single beds dressed in handwoven Berber linen, fossil-marble bathroom, walk-in shower and balcony onto the cactus garden. AC, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and mini-bar.
Based on an occupancy of 2 people
828 m² · one queen bed · 2 guests
Queen bed under a vaulted adobe ceiling, full fossil-marble bathroom, walk-in shower, AC, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and mini-bar — the signature room of the kasbah, dressed in regional materials.
Based on an occupancy of 2 people
936 m² · two queens or four singles · 4 guests
Generous quadruple room with two queen beds (or four singles on request) under an adobe vaulted ceiling, full fossil-marble bathroom, walk-in shower, AC, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and mini-bar — designed for groups of four sharing in comfort.
Based on an occupancy of 4 people
1056 m² · separate lounge · 2-3 guests
Separate sitting room with banquette and zellige fireplace, king-size bed, full fossil-marble bathroom, walk-in shower, hi-fi sound, AC, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and mini-bar — a quiet retreat for slow travellers.
Based on an occupancy of 2 people
1068 m² · private terrace · 2-3 guests
Larger living suite with king-size bed, separate lounge and dining nook, fossil-marble bathroom with twin vanity and bathtub, private terrace facing the cactus garden, hi-fi sound, AC, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and mini-bar.
Based on an occupancy of 2 people
1095 m² · Jacuzzi + dune view · 2 guests
The flagship suite — decorated with traditional ornaments, spacious lounge, private dune-view terrace, king-size bed, full fossil-marble bathroom with in-room Jacuzzi, advanced hi-fi system, AC, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and mini-bar.
Based on an occupancy of 2 people
18120 m² · 2 suites · private courtyard · Up to 4 guests
Independent entrance, 120 m² apartments with kitchen, fridge, plasma-TV lounge, Wi-Fi, two suites each with full bathroom and Jacuzzi, private courtyard and terrace. Full access to all hotel services.
Based on an occupancy of 4 people
Rates are indicative starting prices, excluding tourism tax and seasonal variations. Final pricing is confirmed at booking in MAD.
Experiences
Curated excursions designed with our local guides — desert, mountain, culture and cuisine.
A fleet of state-of-the-art 4x4s and custom tours with experienced guides who reveal the off-the-beaten paths of the Sahara.
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Guided rides through Erg Chebbi at sunset, with the option to spend the night in a traditional desert camp under a sky full of stars.
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High-powered quads with state-of-the-art safety systems and overnight stays in traditional haimas for full desert immersion.
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Direct departure from the hotel into the surrounding dunes and palm groves — adrenaline, freedom, no buses.
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Glide down the slopes of the largest dunes of Morocco — equipment provided.
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One of the most unique ways to discover the desert — float above the dunes at first light.
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A territory of contrasts within an hour's drive — from millennial markets to UNESCO ksour.
Reach the towering dunes of Erg Chebbi and spend the night in a traditional desert camp.
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Erfoud is famous for its rich fossil deposits. Visit a workshop to learn the trade and bring home a 400-million-year-old piece.
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Walk fortified adobe houses that offer a window into the traditional desert lifestyle.
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Ancient market town known as 'Gateway to the Sahara'. Berber medicines, silver jewelry, donkey caravans — lively on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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Some of the darkest skies on Earth — guided stargazing tours from our desert camps.
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200 km of palm oasis, dramatic rock formations and traditional Berber villages.
Discover this placeSpa menu
A treatment menu inspired by Berber traditions, refined for our spa cabins.
Traditional Moroccan steam ritual — softens the skin, detoxifies the body and relaxes the mind. Includes an exfoliation glove session.
Steam bath followed by deep exfoliation with traditional Beldi soap of oils and natural herbs — skin emerges smooth and radiant.
Steam ritual followed by a nutrient-rich seaweed mask — hydrates, nourishes and visibly rejuvenates.
Steam bath followed by a henna mask rich in protein — deeply nourishes and improves texture and tone.
Hot, sealed environment to sweat, detoxify, improve circulation and ease muscle tension.
Soft, flowing techniques that release accumulated stress and improve flexibility.
Stimulating techniques to lift energy, improve circulation and re-balance the chakras.
Deep, intense techniques to firm and tone the body, improve skin appearance and reduce cellulite.
Beauty & Personal Care
Traditional Moroccan beauty rituals — henna, argan, ghassoul — performed by our in-house artists.
Cleanse, exfoliation and bespoke mask.
Argan treatment, scalp massage and finish.
Cut, file and polish.
Full ritual with rose petal soak and ghassoul finish.
Foot soak, file, polish.
Day or evening — adapted to the occasion.
Traditional Berber motifs on hands or feet.
Wax depilation, half-leg.
Wax depilation, full arms.
Wax depilation, forearms.
Wax depilation, bikini line.
Wax depilation, full body.
Food & Beverage
Two restaurants, a rooftop bar and a library lounge — a tour of Moroccan and Mediterranean tables.
Restaurants
Moroccan signature dining
Named after the medieval caravan-trade capital, Sijilmassa serves the canonical Moroccan repertoire — 12-hour mechoui, lamb tagines with prunes, pastilla de pigeon — composed by chefs who learned the recipes from their grandmothers.
Restaurants
All-day buffet
“Bladi” means “my country” — and the buffet reads as a love letter to it: zaalouk, taktouka and harira at breakfast; couscous on Fridays; fresh-pulled bread from a wood-fired oven beside the room.
Restaurants
Mediterranean & international tasting menu
A six-course tasting menu by Chef Anouar — Atlantic sea-bass, saffron-poached pear, M'Hamid date crème brûlée — paired with wines from Meknès and the Atlas foothills.
Restaurants
Events & private celebrations
“Mabroka” means “blessed”. Our most flexible space hosts up to 120 guests in a single seated configuration — and doubles as the catering hall for our largest desert events.
Signature cocktails
Wine selection
Bars & Lounges
Events
Bespoke event production from intimate ceremonies to thousand-guest gatherings.
A 300-capacity conference hall — unique in southern Morocco — with state-of-the-art sound, image and a full catering team.
Henna ceremonies, candlelit ksar courtyards, processions on horseback — up to 350 guests across our two restaurants and ballrooms.
Cinematic locations, full production support, Land Rover and Porsche partnerships on file.
Bespoke multi-property circuits across southern Morocco for groups of 10 to 1 000. Contact us at xaluca@xaluca.com.
Guest reviews
“An immersion of every sense. The night ride to the bivouac was the most magical evening of my life.”
“Impeccable service, refined cuisine and architecture that tells a real story.”
“Felt like being received into a family home. We came as travellers and left as guests.”
Location · Contact
Address
Route de Rissani, Arfoud 52200, Morocco
Getting there
From Errachidia, 80 km south via N13 (≈ 1h 15). From Fès, ≈ 6h via Midelt.
CTM/Supratours coaches stop at Arfoud bus terminal — 10 min from the kasbah.
Errachidia (ERH) airport · 80 km · airport transfers arranged on request.
Hours
Postcards from the road
A small collection of travel notes sent from Kasbah Hotel Xaluca Arfoud — to read between two cups of mint tea.
POSTCARD FROM MERZOUGA
The sea of dunes
Hello from the desert,
We climbed onto a camel just as the sun was setting over Erg Chebbi and, all of a sudden, the world fell silent. Tonight we sleep in a jaima beneath more stars than I have ever seen in my life.
With sand in my shoes,
Marta
The sea of dunes
Erg Chebbi · Sahara
Booking · Xaluca
Five quiet steps between intention and arrival — accompanied at every moment by a host, never a bot. The same warm process applies to every Grup Xaluca address: our kasbahs, riads, hotels, mountain refuge and the Saharan camps.
Step · 01
Browse the nine Xaluca addresses — a kasbah in Arfoud, a riad in Erg Chebbi, a refuge in the M'Goun, a luxury bivouac in the dunes. Pick one or stitch several together.
Step · 02
Tell us the dates you have in mind, or the loose week you're imagining. The southern light shifts every season — we can advise on the best window for your dream.
Step · 03
Submit the booking form or write directly to a host. Mention rooms, suites, bivouac tents, experiences, transfers — anything you'd like considered.
Step · 04
Within 24 hours, a host returns with availability, a draft programme and recommendations — restaurants for your taste, excursions for your pace, a route that breathes.
Step · 05
Once you say yes, we send the practical map — flights, transfers, packing notes, the weather of your week. Then we wait, the door open.
Beyond the form
Phone, email or WhatsApp — answered by the same family that runs the houses.
Airport pickups, inter-hotel drives, 4×4 dune transfers — arranged on request.
Multi-stay route across kasbahs, mountains and dunes — written for your rhythm.
From first email to last sunset — one host stays with your booking, from end to end.
No deposit required to enquire. We hold the conversation, not your card.
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Our philosophy
“One's destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.”
Kasbah Hotel Xaluca was the founding house of our family group — a thirty-year promise to keep the south of Morocco honest, alive and welcoming. Travel with us, and bring the desert home in your shoulders.
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