Dar Zemora

Frommer's Review

Paul and Lindsay Kentish's discreet boutique villa is a perfect retreat from the dust and hustle. Opened in 2003, Dar Zemora sits amongst 1.2 hectares (3 acres) of palms, roses, citrus trees, jasmine, and bougainvillea, and consists of a main five-bedroom house, a separate pavilion, and a 25m-long (82-ft.) heated outdoor pool. The bedrooms (two suites and three rooms) are finished in smooth earth-color tadelakt walls, hand-painted ceilings, bejmat flooring covered with large rugs, and traditional and modern furnishings. The two suites also come with a fireplace, four-poster bed, and private terrace. The pavilion -- a mini-house with two bedrooms, two outside terraces, and a small kitchenette -- is perfect for families, although they're not keen on accommodating tots due to the unsupervised pool.

What makes Dar Zemora special, I feel, are the reception areas. Two large, indoor salons, where aperitifs are taken each night, have comfortable sofas, big armchairs, plenty of coffee-table books, and smooth background music. Both lead outside to the open-side Fan Room, with tall white-linen drapes, colorful floor cushions, and Moroccan lanterns. There's also a cozy library with leather armchairs, a fireplace, and free Internet and Wi-Fi. A separate hammam and massage room, available to guests only, are located within the gardens. Concierge Youssef and Jamal are always on hand should you need something, and in-house cooks Jamila and Rachida work from a home-style kitchen serving up decadent breakfasts and gourmet six-course international or Moroccan dinners. For those looking to book an entire riad for a special occasion, Dar Zemora is the perfect place.

Facilities:
Restaurant; pool; hammam; free Internet and Wi-Fi; library

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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