Residence Chay
Desert landscape near Ouarzazate
Ouarzazate, capital of desert cinema

The desert's studio town.

Why Ouarzazate

The gateway to the desert, just steps from home.

Nicknamed “Ouallywood” for the film studios that have hosted major international productions, Ouarzazate is also the ideal starting point for the kasbahs, oases and dunes of southern Morocco. From Residence Chay, everything is just minutes away.

Quad, buggy or ATV in Ouarzazate

Quad, buggy or ATV

Set off to explore Ouarzazate and its surroundings aboard a quad, a buggy or an ATV.

Desert excursion in Ouarzazate

Desert excursion

Enjoy a desert adventure and sleep under the stars in a traditional bivouac.

Kasbahs and film studios in Ouarzazate

Kasbahs and film studios

A full day to discover the region's kasbahs and the film studios that made Ouarzazate famous.

Hiking in Ouarzazate

Hiking

A day-long hike in a small group, in a relaxed atmosphere, amid the landscapes of southern Morocco.

Horseback riding in Ouarzazate

Horseback riding

Explore the area around the residence on horseback, between kasbahs and palm groves.

Ouarzazate souk in Ouarzazate

Ouarzazate souk

Discover the downtown souk, its spices, Berber crafts and authentic atmosphere.

Around the residence

How many minutes away?

A few landmarks to help plan your stay — estimated travel times from Residence Chay.

Before you go

Kasbahs, studios and palm groves

The Taourirt kasbah, former residence of the Pasha El Glaoui, can be visited right in the town centre. The Atlas Film Studios, among the largest open-air film studios in the world, have served as the backdrop for numerous international productions filmed in the region. About thirty kilometres away, the Aït Ben Haddou ksar, a UNESCO World Heritage site, remains one of the most photographed sites in Morocco. Closer by, the Fint oasis offers a green pause in the middle of a mineral landscape, reachable in about thirty minutes along a winding track.

Book your apartment and our team will be happy to recommend the best activities for your budget: quad, buggy, ATV, a desert excursion with a night in a bivouac, hiking, horseback riding, or simply strolling through the downtown souk.

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