B&BHOTELB&BCAMP SITERESTRAURANTHard-core birdwatchers may also want to explore Merja Khaloufa , an attractive lake about
8km east of Moulay Bousselham and part of the park, which offers good viewing of a variety of
wintering wildfowl.
Sleeping & Eating
The friendly owner of Restaurant l’Ocean can help to arrange a house rental (Sep-May
Dh500, Jun-Aug Dh700-1000) , which sleeps up to six people. During the summer months they
fill up quickly, so it’s best to call and reserve in advance.
Villanora €€
( 0537 43 20 71, 0664 87 20 08; http://villanoramorocco.ifrance.com; s/d incl breakfast
Dh300/400, with sea view Dh400/500; ) This B&B, the holiday home of an English family
who fell in love with this quiet corner of Morocco, sits on top of a high dune with glorious ocean
views. It’s run by the Anglophile Mohammed, a family friend. There are just a few homey rooms
(some with shared bathroom) where you can fall asleep to the sound of crashing waves, and
breakfast is served on the terrace. It is possible to order dinner in advance – ask for the fish.
Villanora is at the far northern end of town, about 2km from the main street and it’s essential to
book in advance. Mohammed can also organise boat trips on the lake. The family has also just
opened Farm Nora ( 0537 43 20 71, 0664 87 20 08; http://villanoramorocco.ifrance.com;
s/d Dh300/400) , the only accommodation on the nearby lake Merja Bargha. It’s perfect for
birdwatching.
Hôtel Le Lagon €
( 0537 43 26 50; fax 0537 43 26 49; d Dh300; ) The saving grace of this faded ’70s hotel
is its stunning location overlooking the lagoon below. The rooms are big, bright and clean, but in
dire need of updating in spite of the fresh paint. The large terrace makes up for that. The
restaurant is mediocre, and the swimming pool and nightclub are only open in July and August.
La Maison des Oiseaux €€
( 0537 43 25 43, 061 301067; http://moulay.bousselham.free.fr; half board per person
Dh350) Another friendly guesthouse set in a lovely garden with nine simple but beautifully styled
traditional rooms. There’s a seminar room upstairs for visiting school groups and birdwatching
excursions can be arranged for Dh200 to Dh300 for 2½ hours. The guesthouse is hidden down
a maze of sandy lanes to the left as you drive into town. Ask around or call for directions.
Camping Caravaning International €
( 0537 43 24 77; [email protected]; 2-person tent/camping/car Dh60/70/30,
extra person Dh13; ) An excellent site in a superb location, open all year.
Restaurant l’Ocean
( 0678 31 09 54, 0669 43 42 45; mains Dh50; lunch & dinner) The road down to the
seafront is lined with cafes and restaurants serving platters of grilled fish and tajines. One of
the best is this small place, with a terrace and an indoor seating area, serving excellent fish,
couscous, tajines and paella.