Auberge Chez Julia

Clean, calm, relaxing, and comfortable. The host is super friendly, helpful and accommodating.

Quiet and authentic place, great hosts, good food

Bugs in the room

The family that own this place are so friendly and genuine. It felt more like a homestay but they weren't intrusive at all and would do anything for you. Rooms are basic but comfortable. They have Aircon, some people used this for heating but we had an upstairs room and it was warm enough and we were given lots of blankets. Loved being able to sit in the terrace in the daytime. Beds were comfortable. Bathrooms clean. Weren't attached to the room but very close by. There was hot water for the showers and we were provided with clean towels. A very good breakfast and they arranged this early for us when we had an early bus. A 5-10 minute walk to the centre of Merzouga and a 5 minute walk to the coach station. We had lunch with them too one day which was a Berber pizza which was very nice. We spent new year there and they made a fire for us and brought us cake and snacks which was really special. We felt like part of the family. We booked our desert trip here through a travel agent associated with this accommodation. It all went to plan and we enjoyed it.

Very interesting traditional building with adobe walls and a terrace with views of the dunes. The room was a good size and nicely decorated. The helpful staff assisted with tour bookings and onward travel.

Many items do not match the online description. Although we booked a room with a private bathroom, it was in fact shared with others and was on the other side of the courtyard. There was no "tumble drier" although there was a clothesline outside. Although we were told to go up to the terrace to look at the stars, the door was locked at night.

- The host, Idir, was a very nice man - Dinner and breakfast were very good

Some small repairs could make a huge difference. The door from the bathroom couldn’t close so you had to keep it closed with your foot; the lid from the toilet falls at your back when you’re on the toilet, you have to open a faucet before being able to flush, the sink was leaking. No big issues or complaints, but fixing these would make it more comfortable.

very good experience with Family

all was good

The host is great, very friendly and makes you feel welcome. The location is great as well.