Hotels in Erfoud

For many travelers, Erfoud is the definitive gateway to the Sahara. This sun-baked town on the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes serves as the last major outpost before the vast desert. The main draw is the direct access to Merzouga, where you can ride camels into the dunes for a night under the stars at a desert camp. Back in town, the annual Date Festival in October celebrates the region's famous fruit, and the local fossil workshops reveal an ancient world, as the entire area is a rich deposit of marine fossils from a prehistoric sea.

Erfoud suits adventurous travelers, from couples seeking a romantic desert escape to families on a road trip. It's a practical base for exploring the southern oases. Most visitors stay in the town center for easy access to cafes and shops, or choose one of the many auberges lining the road toward the dunes. The town is well-connected by road from Rissani and Errachidia, and many arrive via organized tours from Fes or Marrakech.

On HOTEVI, you'll find around ten places to stay in and around Erfoud. Accommodation is dominated by practical, good-value auberges and small hotels designed for desert excursions, with a handful of more comfortable hotels offering pools to cool off in after a day in the heat.