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Offering a shared lounge and garden view, Le Gite du Barrage is located in Zaouia Ben Smine, 19 km from Lion Stone and 19 km from Ifrane Lake. This guest house provides free private parking, free shuttle service and free WiFi. The guest house has a steam room, outdoor fireplace and picnic area, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, bidet, bath and shower. Some units include a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain views and an outdoor dining area. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Ski equipment hire, bike hire and car hire are available at the guest house and the area is popular for skiing and cycling. Kids pool is also available at Le Gite du Barrage, while guests can also relax in the garden. Ain Vittel Water Source is 23 km from the accommodation, while Aoua Lake is 37 km from the property. Fès–Saïs Airport is 70 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.5
High score for Zaouia Ben Smine

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jamal
    Morocco Morocco
    The family run Inn in the picturesque Berber countryside of Azrou was serene and beautiful. This part of the little village known as Bensmim is near what used to be the largest sanatorium and hospital in Africa. This 1000 bedroom hospital was...
  • Lisa
    Morocco Morocco
    The view and family that run the place are amazing
  • Nicola
    Ireland Ireland
    Lovely property with a stove fire in the reception area. The host was lovely and the breakfast was fabulous. Loved the freshly squeezed orange juice.
  • H
    Handi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Thank you very much. This is a very good experience. The host provided us with a hearty breakfast and asked us if we needed to bring mineral water before leaving. The beds are very comfortable and the accommodation is very nice. If I come to visit...
  • Abby
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a lovely 2 night stay at this small hotel in the hills. The views were amazing, especially at sunset. The food was all very good, property was spotless, and the owners and their family were all very accommodating. Only 15 mins drive from...
  • Janette
    Netherlands Netherlands
    They were so welcoming and kind. It’s our first time in Morocco and even the first time on this continent. Our first stay was this location. We had no idea what to expect but we had an amazing stay and would love to visit again. The hosts were...
  • Sarah
    Morocco Morocco
    Clean, friendly staff, beautiful views, nice rooms
  • Ismail
    Germany Germany
    we had an amazing stay at Le Gîte du Barrage this past weekend! The location is absolutely stunning, with beautiful views and a peaceful atmosphere that made it the perfect getaway. The accommodations were comfortable, clean, and thoughtfully...
  • Michal
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Away from the city and surrounded by real maroccan countryside and country life this place was a good choice. Not so easy to find - follow the owner's instructions. Room and food was a great value.
  • Justyna
    Germany Germany
    It's a beautiful laid back location. Rooms are simple but very comfortable, there is a balcony, the coon area has sofas to sit and a little restaurant space. The food was very tasty and breakfast had a lot of variants. The personnel is just...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Le Gite du Barrage
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bath
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Cleaning products

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Ski

  • Ski equipment hire on site

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Archery
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Tennis equipment
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Darts
    Additional charge
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Transport

  • Public transport tickets

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Strollers
  • Baby safety gates
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Electric blankets
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Auditory guidance
  • Visual aids: Tactile signs
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Wellness

  • Kids' pool
  • Personal trainer
  • Steam room
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Hammam
    Additional charge
  • Solarium

Languages spoken

  • Arabic
  • English
  • French

House rules
Le Gite du Barrage takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 11:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
€ 5 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 21 and 90
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Le Gite du Barrage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property is accessible via an unpaved road, which may be unsuitable for some vehicles.

When booking half board, please note that drinks are not included.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Le Gite du Barrage