Visiting Morocco's Secret Lake Resort

Destination Morocco Podcast

In our recent Live Q&A session on secret places in Morocco off the tourist path, one such location is a stunning lake located east of Marrakech, a roughly three hour drive from the city. Perhaps because of this distance, and the fact that it is not on the main tourist routes, it is still largely known only to locals and the occasional informed tourist.
You are about to become one of those in-the-know travellers.
The lake is in fact a large reservoir, held back by a mini-Hoover Dam, creating one of the largest bodies of water in Morocco: Bin el-Ouidane.
Mountains and rolling hills line the shore, in an area still largely undeveloped and untouched. A nature paradise, but with some stunning accommodations available too.
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One of the most impressive places to stay, not just at the lake but in all of Morocco, is the Widiane Luxury Hotel and Spa. Built on a hillside overlooking the lake, with access to the water, the resort is a combination of relaxing getaway and a multitude of adventure activities. When you're ready to get out of the busy cities and discover amazing hiking, watersports, spas and hammams, 5 star food and accommodation, and most of all tremendous service, this is the place.
Azdean and his team stayed at Widiane last summer as the final stop on their two month tour around the country, and he sat down with hotel ambassador Mr. Nabil to talk about this stunning part of the country, and how the resort fits in to the environment.
Widiane places a particular emphasis on local: local cuisine, local ingredients (often reinterpretations of international cuisine), local artisans and local staff. This is not a member of a chain of resorts and hotels, it is Moroccan-owned and supported, and a great way to give back to the local economy.
Check out our conversation today, recorded live on location, to learn more about this beautiful area. You can add a stop here to your tour itinerary, which gives you transport and guided stops along the way.
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Chapters

1. Visiting Morocco's Secret Lake Resort (00:00:00)

2. Exploring the History and Design of Widiane Resort and Spa (00:02:13)

3. The Stunning Geography of Bin el-Ouidane: Lakes, Mountains, and Villages (00:03:14)

4. Activities and Recommendations for a Perfect Stay (00:11:53)

5. Family and Outdoor Activities Recommendations (00:13:50)

6. Room Features and Accommodation Types (00:18:01)

7. The Importance of Local Staff and Service Quality (00:20:24)

8. Final Thoughts and Appreciation (00:21:38)