Travel Reference
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AROUND MARRAKESH
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Ouirgane
When Marrakesh is sweating it out 60km to the northeast and tourists and daytrippers are
swamping Ourika, Marrakshis sneak off to mellow Ouirgane for High Atlas breezes, peace-
ful hikes through unspoilt villages and romantic country retreats. For those crossing the
Tizi n'Test to or from Taroudannt, Ouirgane makes an excellent stopover.
Sleeping
L'Oliveraie de Marigha
( 0524 48 42 81;
www.oliveraie-de-marigha.com
; Km 59 R203, Douar Marigha; d/ste Dh900/1300;
)
Weekend escapees come all the way from Casa to lunch in this olive grove on wood-
fired pizza and float in the pool admiring High Atlas views. Chic bungalows in subtle earth
tones sit amidst the trees, equipped with walnut furniture, double-glazed French doors and
shiny, marble bathrooms. Children are also made welcome with a separate pool, playroom
and mini-golf.
BOUTIQUE HOTEL
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Chez Momo
( 0524 48 57 04;
www.aubergemomo.com
; Km 61 R203, Ouirgane; d/ste with half board Dh890/1100;
)
Country living comes with Marrakesh style at Chez Momo. Garden bunga-
lows have
tadelakt
baths, pine-beam ceilings, kilim-upholstered armchairs, and panoramic
patios that overlook the wildflower garden and pool; suites have fireplaces and extra beds
for kids (Dh360 half board). The inn is also a weekend dining destination, and the restaur-
ant offers Berber couscous (Dh120 to Dh180) and a Saturday night barbecue.
INN
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Domaine Malika
( 0661 49 35 41;
www.domaine-malika.com
; Rte d'Amizmiz, Douar Marigha; d Dh1450, ste
Dh1700-2000; )
The perfect antidote to inward-facing medina riads, this modern
villa is all about the great outdoors. Floor-to-ceiling patio doors overlook a keyhole-shaped
pool shaded by drooping pepper trees, while 1st-floor rooms enjoy views of High Atlas
MAISON D'HÔTE
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