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Reviews of Le Gite du Barrage

route Ain Ifrane barrage ben Smim Ifrane, 53000 Zaouia Ben Smine, Morocco

#1 of 3 hotels in Zaouia Ben Smine

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 74 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 30 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very cold

    Clean, friendly staff, beautiful views, nice rooms

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2024

    10
    A wonderful place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was very friendly and really nice. We loved watching sunset from our bed and the food (dinner and breakfast) was really delicious! Would definitely stay again here.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2024

    10
    We simply loved it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was absolutely perfect!

    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 arranged, making us feel right at home. The hosts (Specially Fatima) were warm and welcoming, offering great recommendations for local activities.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2024

    8.0
    Good place in the countryside
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night

    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.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2024

    10
    Peace and quite with beautiful view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    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 extremely pleasent and polite. The place is just so peaceful and quite. I strongly recommend.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our stay at Le Gite du Barrage was exceptional. Located just 15 minutes from Ifrane, it offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed with tea which makes you feel in a homely atmosphere. The rooms were clean and well-prepared with toiletries provided for our convenience. The meals were with a unique savour, freshly made with local ingredients, offering a delicious and authentic dining experience. Overall, the hospitality and attention to detail made our stay truly memorable. We will definitely come back!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2024

    9.0
    Excellent accommodation away from the populated areas .Absolute peace
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    My mistake - I underestimated the long and winding road to the home

    Excellently equipped accommodation, friendly hosts .Picturesque landscape from the terrace,good breakfest .

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is a work in progress so don't expect 5 star.

    Nice little family run accomodation up in rural area. We stayed in a room with couch and double and 2 singles, so plenty of room for the two of us. The view is good. We had dinner and breakfast, which were both good! The hosts were lovely.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A beautiful hidden gem, surrounded by green fields and managed by very friendly family ,and professional as well.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2024

    10
    Great staff, delicious food
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is unclear through an unpaved road. Google Maps took us in the wrong direction. Maybe putting road signs would help ppl get there quicker.

    The staff were great, food was also super delicious.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful peaceful break in the countryside with excellent food and a warm welcome.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very comfortable and clean. It was also fairly quiet at night but the terrace seemed a bit unfinished.

    The staff were fantastic. Very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Also the home cooking was exceptional. Beautiful authentic food. What particularly impressed me was a selection of Moroccan breads at breakfast all made fresh daily.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    10
    Outstanding hospitality
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was really great! For us, the location was perfect. But you have to be aware that you are dependent on the car to go to any other places. And one minor recommendation to our hosts: a shower curtain would be great to protect the floor in the bathroom from becoming too wet.

    We have experienced outstanding hospitality at Le Gîte du Barrage! Fatima is the perfect host, and she made us feel at home. She organized a mini fridge so that we could store our baby's medicine in our room. She washed the baby's clothes, and she was entertaining our little daughter during breakfast. We have never had such relaxed breakfasts before! :) The breakfast was also one of the best ones that we have enjoyed so far in Marocco - and the dinners were definitely the best ones we have tried in the whole trip! Fatima is a very good cook!! We have stayed for 4 nights and would definitely come back at any time! The beds are very comfortable and the view from our room over the valley was amazing! Thanks a lot for everything, Fatima!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2024

    10
    Marvelous
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Le Gite Du Barrage offers a relaxing atmosphere, the staff are super nice which is a real add-on to the experience. the Location is outstanding with beautiful views and only 5 minute's walk from the barrage. Also, the rooms are spacious and well-maintained.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly hosts. Recommended stop between sahara and fes.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Wonderful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    My family and I loved our stay at le Gite du garage. Fatema is a wonderful host, pays attention to details and brings a lot of positive energy, accommodation were no frills but comfortable, the view from the room and surroundings is stunning, I highly recommend a walk on the road leading to the village before sunset. Food was delicious. My little boys loved playing in the garden and seeing the sheep come back to the village at the end of the day, they still talk about it. Go there, you will be supporting a local a family and get to know the real Moroccan countryside. Will definitely come back.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rachid and his family were so nice and welcoming, we got offered tea and sweets when we arrived and had a beautiful room with a huge terrace and a view over the valley! Great hosts, very recommended

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    9.0
    Excellent!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hosts were so friendly, excellent diner and breakfast.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2024

    8.0
    Perfect half way stop
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Perfect quiet stop on way to Merzouga from Chefchaouen. Lovely family. We had view over the valley. Home cooked meal. Nicest trout I have had for awhile.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really.

    Our experience at this place was great. The staff's warm welcome made us feel at home. Our room was cozy and comfortable. The food was a highlight, offering delicious local cuisine. Breakfast was especially impressive with a wide variety. The standout feature was the outstanding hospitality. The staff's helpful recommendations enriched our visit. Overall, it was a fantastic stay - great hospitality, delicious food, and a cozy atmosphere.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We received a warm and friendly welcome from Fatima. The dinner was one of our best in Morroco. Fatima made a beautiful vegetarian tangine for my wife that was delicious. If you need an escape from the towns this is the perfect place.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    9.0
    A lovely hidout in the middle of Atlas - Amazing Staff and service
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maybe the shower / hot water needs an upgrade

    Cleanliness, the staff are very nice and service is top notch! Calm and soothing place

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2023

    9.0
    Great get-away place in nature.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was quite hot in the room, but it is expected considering the time of year (September).

    Fatima was a lovely host and the place was great! It had everything we needed and it was very comfortable. Perfect location close to Azrou and Ifran.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    10
    Relaxing getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice view, pretty secluded and perfect location when seeking a quiet relaxing vacation The owners are a lovely couple who show great hospitality and go above and beyond to mak sure nothing is missing Big + for the food, delicious

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful tasting dinner - ordered 2 hours before arrival via booking.com app. 👍

    Stayed in September 2023

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