La Pause
Desert solitude, thirty minutes from Marrakesh's medina.
A place to stay in Marrakesh
La Pause Ecolodge Agafay is a 5-star hotel in the Agafay desert outside Marrakesh, Morocco. Rooms and tents look out over mountain and garden views, and the property runs its own restaurant, bar, and outdoor pool. Rated 4.5/5 by 307 guests, the place draws travellers who want open-air desert surroundings without giving up proper food, service, or an airport shuttle. Free parking is on site, and activities — from bike tours to cooking classes — can be arranged at an extra charge.
Who this stay suits
A desert ecolodge experience with genuine tent accommodation alongside larger suites, a pool, and an active activities programme — all within reach of Marrakesh.
Best for
- Couples after a remote desert stay
- Families needing flexible room configurations
- Travellers wanting organised activities
- Guests arriving by arranged airport shuttle
Less suited to
- Visitors wanting to walk to city sights
- Travellers on a tight budget
- Those who prefer strictly urban surroundings
Desert setting and outdoor spaces
The property sits in the Agafay desert outside Marrakesh. A sun deck, terrace, garden, picnic area, and outdoor fireplace spread across the grounds, giving guests multiple places to sit outside at different times of day.
The pool and outdoor facilities
The outdoor swimming pool is the central daytime draw. BBQ facilities, outdoor furniture, and a separate sun deck round out the open-air setup — practical details that matter when the desert light shifts in the afternoon.
Rooms: tents to two-bedroom suites
Accommodation runs from 25 m² canvas tents with mountain and garden views to 55 m² private suites. Each tent has a private bathroom. Suites are fully enclosed with their own living or second bedroom, depending on type.
Restaurant, bar, and dining
An on-site restaurant and bar serve guests without requiring a trip into the city. Breakfast has a strong rating. Room service runs to rooms and tents, and special diet meals can be requested in advance.
Activities on and off site
Bicycle rental, bike tours, walking tours, hiking, cooking classes, live music, and evening entertainment are all available — most at an additional charge. A golf course is within two miles of the property.
Rooms & suites
Large Double or Twin Room
30.0 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 full bed 2 twin beds
- View
Deluxe Suite
55.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 2 full beds and 1 queen bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
- Private suite
- View
Superior Suite
55.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 1 king bed
- Private suite
- View
- Private bathroom
Standout features
Inside La Pause Ecolodge Agafay
Amenities at La Pause Ecolodge Agafay
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Terrace
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- View
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- BBQ facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
View
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Live music/Performance Additional charge
- Cooking class Additional charge
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours Additional charge
- Evening entertainment Additional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking Additional charge
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Fruit
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Across 307 reviews, guests consistently flag staff, location, and comfort as the strongest points of the stay. The breakfast rating is high enough that the property lists it as a headline feature. The desert setting and outdoor spaces come through repeatedly as reasons guests chose this property over city hotels.
- Staff9.5
- Facilities8.9
- Cleanliness9.1
- Comfort9.3
- Value For Money8.5
- Location9.4
- Overpriced
- No electricity or air conditioning; too remote and rough for some
- Bathrooms difficult to navigate and lack privacy
- Minor maintenance issues
“Food amazing. Location remote and beautiful.”
“The staff was amazing and provided an exceptional service. Everything was perfect!”
“Best place to disconnect with an amazing food and service.”
“The bathrooms are a little tough to navigate. I found all the bathrooms in Morroco lack privacy which matters depending on how you and your partner role.”
“A couple of minor maintenance issues.”
Guest reviews summarised from Booking.com.
Good to know
Frequently asked
Where exactly is La Pause Ecolodge Agafay?
The property is in the Agafay desert outside Marrakesh, Morocco. It is not in the city centre — guests should expect a drive from the medina to reach it.
Is there an airport shuttle?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. Contact the property directly for scheduling and any applicable charges before your arrival.
Is parking available, and does it cost extra?
Free private parking is on site and no reservation is needed. Valet parking and a parking garage are also available.
What room types are available?
There are five options: a 25 m² tent, a 35 m² king room, a 30 m² double or twin room, and two 55 m² private suites — one with two bedrooms, one configured for larger groups with a sofa bed.
What does breakfast include, and where is it served?
Breakfast is rated highly and listed as a signature feature. It can also be served in the room. For specific menu details, contact the property.
Is there a restaurant and bar on site?
Yes. The property has a restaurant, a bar, and a coffee house on site. Room service is available, and special diet meals can be requested in advance.
What activities can I book at the property?
Bicycle rental, bike tours, walking tours, hiking, cooking classes, live music, and evening entertainment are all available, mostly at an additional charge. Ping-pong is on site.
Is the property suitable for families?
Family rooms are listed as a highlighted facility. The Deluxe Suite sleeps up to five and includes a sofa bed in the living room, making it the most flexible option for families.
What is the starting price?
Rates start from €435 per night for the property overall. The Tent starts from €454, the King Room from €569, and both 55 m² suites from €1,281.
Can I check in and out privately?
Yes, private check-in and check-out is available. A 24-hour front desk, concierge, baggage storage, and currency exchange are also on site.
Is there a pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool, along with a sun deck, terrace, garden, outdoor fireplace, picnic area, and BBQ facilities.
How do I book?
Rooms can be booked through the major online travel platforms or by contacting the property directly. Rates are quoted in euros and start from €435 per night.