Hotel Sunset Palace

Five-star Hotel Sunset Palace sits on the N13 at the edge of Merzouga, where the paved road gives way to the Erg Chebbi dunes a short walk from the property's gate. Camel treks to overnight desert camps depart from the hotel itself, avoiding the tour-broker stalls in town.

Rooms circle a palm-shaded pool courtyard, tiled in traditional zellige, with the Sahara visible from upper-floor terraces. A rooftop lounge serves mint tea at sunset facing the dune line.

Merzouga's small centre and its shops lie under ten minutes on foot, making this a practical base for travellers prioritizing direct desert access over village nightlife.