Berber Lodge: A Still Haven in Marrakech
There is a particular kind of stillness that settles in at Berber Lodge. Just outside Marrakech, tucked within the olive groves of Oumnas, it is a place that asks nothing of you—only that you arrive and exhale. Here, the air is thick with the scent of firewood and wild herbs, the terracotta walls radiate the day’s warmth long after the sun has set, and time drifts, unhurried, like the breeze through the trees.
Designed by architect Romain Michel-Ménière, Berber Lodge feels less like a hotel and more like an invitation into another rhythm of life. Built using timeworn Berber techniques, its structures melt into the land as if they’ve always been there. Handmade terracotta bricks, woven reed ceilings, and heavy wooden doors hold stories of quiet craftsmanship. Inside, each of the nine cottages carries its own sense of ease—soft linens, tadelakt walls, flickering fireplaces, and antique Berber rugs underfoot.
Mornings here are slow and generous. Breakfast unfolds under the olive trees—freshly baked bread, honey still warm from the sun, and mint tea poured with practiced elegance. Afternoons disappear into a dreamlike haze, drifting between the beautiful pool, the shaded courtyards, and the welcome cool of your own private terrace. There is no rush, no schedule, only the quiet luxury of feeling unhurried.
At Berber Lodge, the boundary between indoors and out is subtle. Doors stay open, light and air move freely, and the garden becomes an extension of every space. By nightfall, lanterns flicker softly, casting long shadows against the earthen walls. The sound of crickets hums in the background, and the sky, vast and unspoiled, reminds you how far away the rest of the world feels.
This is not a stay, but a feeling—one that lingers long after you’ve left.
Finer Details:
Location: Oumnas, Morocco (30 minutes from Marrakech)
Accommodation: 9 cottages, each with private terraces and fireplaces
Amenities: Swimming pool, restaurant, gardens, curated interiors
Pricing: Varies by season and availability
Experience: Traditional Berber architecture meets refined simplicity
For more information and reservations, visit: Berber Lodge
