Sawadi is an oasis in an oasis. The gardens are beautiful and filled with all sorts of exotic plants and birds. Both breakfast and dinner were delicious and the service was excellent. The owners, Catherine and Philippe, were extremely helpful and available. The place itself is unique, and getting there is a mini-adventure, but that only adds to the charm.... More

We had planned to spend 2 nights at this great place but bad weather meant we had only one, sadly. Sawadi is about 7 km from the town of Skoura and it's a drive best done in the daylight to avoid taking the wrong turn. The route is well marked however. We would highly recommend a visit. The hotel is... More

We filmed at Sawadi and around the palmerie for our television series about Moroccan cooking. The crew had a lovely stay at Sawadi, and Catherine and Philippe were extremely helpful and so generous with their time, and assisted us in no small way with our filming. The Director, who was with the crew, commented: "Tranquil, relaxing and totally sympathetic to... More

We stayed at Sawadi during the low season, beginning of February, and were the only guests at the time. The grounds were beautiful and our room was peaceful and secluded. The staff were very helpful and welcoming. They cooked us delicious tagine dinners. They found us a perfect guide for the day, Fouad, who escorted us to a local Berber... More

We came with our 3 boys, ages 15, 13 and 11, and enjoyed our time there quite a bit. This was the fourth (of five) places we stayed on our 10 day journey through Morocco; and it was here that we "rested." We did no sight-seeing and ate 3 meals per day here. This place was good for that...very quiet,... More

My partner and I, plus a friend, stayed at Sawadi Lodge for three nights which included New Year's Eve. We were warmly greeted on arrival and shown to our lovely bungalows. The staff made us all feel very much at home in the delightful house. The food was excellent with plenty of home grown and beautifully cooked vegetables. The New... More

beautifull palmeraie in south morrocco, the owners are so welcoming , the staff is on top of everything and so nice , the place , incroyable , ecofriendly , bio , you feel in the real berbere country , with a touch of welbeing and luxurious. I recommand hightly to everyone in search of a authentic maroc, in the most... More

We stayed at Sawadi for a single night and felt thoroughly welcomed and looked after by the whole team at Sawadi. The simple, homely decor and atmosphere made us wish we had longer to spend there. Food was truly excellent, the accomodation peaceful and in beautiful surroundings and the cycle ride through the palm groves magical. The only thing stopping... More