The best hotels Sahara

6 km from Decouvertes, in the desert nature with a splendid view of the mountains (don't miss the sunrise), the hotel, which bears the name of a former desert prince, has the strange charm of the abandoned homes, but we feel well there. Typical but typical rooms, bathrooms below the expected 3-star comfort. High price for this category, but the charm is such that you can pass on the material details. Strengths: its numerous excursions in the desert, on foot or camel.

Apart from the village and tourist concentrations, we sleep in small bungalows, very clean, and rather well integrated into the landscape. You can enjoy the beach and snorkeling on a beautiful reef, just opposite. The hotel has its own diving centre with instructors PADI and CMAS. You will also be offered outings in the desert on camel back or in 4 x 4. Finally, the presence of a restaurant, of excellent reputation, will definitely deter you from going to see elsewhere.

Address to remember. Established in 1959, this hotel was renovated in the 1990s. With its private beaches and impeccable services, it has the advantage that French is spoken here. The rooms are comfortable and have a balcony with sea view. Le Beau Site has a Spa, a fitness centre, a swimming pool and several restaurants. Off-centre and very quiet, it is perfect for a relaxing stay, especially with the family: there are many activities for children. Lovely service and impeccable cleanliness: good value for money.

Located on the seafront, with easy access for swimming on the public beach just opposite the hotel. The Negresco remains on a human scale, and the rooms are modern and simple, with air-conditioning included. Nothing to do with our French Negresco, this is a good 3-star hotel offering good value for money. Buffet service, half-board available. Private beach 20 minutes by bus from the hotel (Al Obayadh beach), if you want to get away from the crowds on the public beaches, although the atmosphere is quite local!

This hotel has a lot of charm, with its Omani architecture, whitewashed walls, floors, arcades and domes, swimming pool and intimate garden whose plains shade some of the domestic water. The atmosphere is pleasant, all the more so as many divers stay there and take advantage of the diving school of the establishment. Romantic hotel offering rooms equipped with air conditioning. You will find several restaurants in the surrounding area, Ali Baba Restaurant, Shark Restaurant or Athanor Café Pizzeria.