There are many charming pools in Morocco that, in addition to providing a refreshing moment, offer an unforgettable experience. They are, therefore, the best allies to combat the heat during your tour of the country and add a chic touch to your trip. Naturally, there are many, and they cannot all be included in a single post like this, so some truly worthwhile pools are left out. However, all those we feature below undoubtedly possess a unique and distinctive character, both due to the venue itself and the destination in which they are located.
Pools in the Agafay Desert
As we have already mentioned in other posts, the Agafay Desert is one of the most successful excursions for those visiting Marrakech: it is relatively close to the city and offers tent camps where you can experience sleeping in the desert. Another advantage of its proximity to the city is the greater ease of providing water to these camps, which is why some of them have pools. For example, those at Agafay Luxury Camp, with views of this luxurious landscape.
Pools in the Sahara Desert
However, if you are looking for the experience of taking a dip in the Sahara Desert, paradoxical as it may seem, there are some places where this is possible. For example, in the kasbah hotels of Ouzina, a small sector of this desert with fine, golden sand dunes. Accommodations like the Kasbah Ouzina hotel offer that magical moment of swimming after a camel ride or a 4×4 off-road trip, both by day and by night, in the latter case with the pool illuminated under the starlit sky.
Pools on the Route of a Thousand Kasbahs
When we speak of kasbahs, our journey takes us to the great pre-Saharan valleys, located south of the High Atlas mountains. In this vast environment, there are oases and fortified villages, where Berber families living traditional lifestyles coexist with international travelers seeking charming places. A prime example is the Hotel Kasbah Oulad Othmane, in the heart of the Draa Valley: small but nestled in a traditional adobe construction, with views of the evocative landscape.
Urban Pools
Naturally, some of the charming pools in Morocco are located in major cities, often associated with luxury hotels or exclusive riads. The list is endless in cities such as the renovated Tangier, historic Fes, stately Rabat, or overwhelming Casablanca. But if we focus on the country’s ‘tourism capital,’ Marrakech, the examples are particularly abundant. In fact, in a recent list compiled by the prestigious Vogue magazine, one of the pools in this city ranks among the top 30 most charming pools in the world. This is the pool at the Fellah Hotel, offering all the amenities for swimming and sunbathing, along with privileged views of the High Atlas as a backdrop. Its ambiance, as expected, is conducive to a summery and relaxing atmosphere, with elegant parasols and sun loungers.
Pools at Golf Clubs
Finally, another suggestion for charming pools in Morocco is associated with golf clubs: in these venues, much favored by premium travelers, we can find examples with spaces for wellness, spa facilities, and outdoor pools where you can take a dip between rounds. One notable example is the Tikida Golf Club in Agadir, which is also the vibrant heart of many local events, such as evening galas, corporate meetings, or wedding banquets.
