Inara Camp

Rooms

19 luxury tented suites of varying sizes make up the main part of the camp. Each one offers a super comfy kingsize (or twin) bed, a cosy living area with a wood-burning stove and reversible air-con/heating depending on the season. Ensuite shower bathrooms feature orange blossom ‘Les Sens de Marrakech’ products and argan oil soap. Wooden decks with far-reaching landscape views also come as standard.

There are four types of tent here: Discovery (sleeps 2), Emotion (sleeps 3), our favourite, the Inara Suite (for up to 4) and the latest addition, Suite 19 (sleeps 2 + 1 baby). Design-wise, think eco-chic. We love the thoughtful features – locally crafted homewares, cool woven rugs, comforting wood flooring, rattan pouffes – carefully hand-picked by the owner, Vincent. If you're being picky, the chipboard headboards in the smaller tents might feel a little cheap – another reason we prefer the Suite.

We stayed in an Emotion tent and loved every detail. From the cloud-like kingsize bed, to the surprisingly powerful shower and finishing touches from a local artist (whose repurposed creations are available to buy from the on-site shop), it's clear that no corners have been cut to make this a comfortable stay. The staff even light the wood-burner while you eat, so you can return to a toasty tent as you settle in for the night.

Features include:

• Air conditioning
• Central heating
• Hairdryer
• In-room treatments available
• Safe box
• Toiletries
• WiFi

Eating

Eating at Inara Camp is a treat. Fresh produce is selected daily from the local farm before the chef works his magic. In the mornings, expect a full breakfast with freshly baked pastries. A side serving of an epic sunrise, optional.

Dine at The Circle, a big tent, where, at night, candles flicker and a star-filled sky shines overhead. Heavenly. The restaurant is open all day. Dinner is a fixed menu of hearty, traditional Moroccan greats; we feasted on a trio of briouats (filled pastry triangles) and a prawn and mango quinoa salad to start, then onto a tantalising fish tagine and rich rib-eye steak. Dessert was fresh fruit and ktefa, a filo pastry stack oozing with creme anglaise. It's safe to say we slept well afterwards. You can also opt for a private tent if you prefer to eat separately - let them know in advance to check availability; note this incurs an extra cost.

For a change of scenery, Marrakech is under an hour away. The dining scene there is strong – you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Features include:

• Bar
• Restaurant
• Vegetarian options

Activities

• There are all kinds of adventures to be had in the Agafay Desert, organised for you by the Inara Camp staff. Speed off on a quad bike, experience a camel trek, or explore the far-flung surroundings by desert bike
  
• Treat yourself to an argan oil massage back at camp
  
• Join a yoga session, especially therapeutic against a silent desert backdrop
  
• Journey to the surrounding Atlas Mountains in a 4x4, stopping for a picnic when you get there
  
• At nighttime, marvel at Saturn through a high-grade telescope. Learn how to navigate the stars from a professional astronomer
  
• Explore the bustling souks of Marrakech (50 mins). There are museums to discover (fashionistas will love Musée Yves Saint Laurent) and palaces to find (start with Bahia Palace and its swoon-worthy tiling)
  
• Water sports enthusiasts are spoilt for choice at Lalla Takerkoust Lake (14km). Stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, hoverboarding... take your pick

  Activities on site or nearby include:

  • Camel rides
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Jeep safaris
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain biking
  • Quad biking
  • SUP
  • Trekking
  • Yoga

Kids

All ages are welcome at the camp. Kids will love the pool and some of the activities on offer nearby (did someone say camel riding?). That said, there aren’t any facilities specifically aimed at children. And remember, this is a peaceful retreat, so parents of especially-shouty kids might get a few disapproving stares.

Best for:

Children (4-12 years), Teens (over 12)

Family friendly accommodation:

A small family of three can happily fit into The Emotion Tent. Choose from a kingsize bed or twins. An extra bed or cot can be added for the littlest family member.

Larger families of four should opt for the Inara Suite. A kingsize or twin beds come as standard. There’s ample space for two extra beds or cots.

Distances:

• Airport: 50 minutes

For more family-friendly places, see our Kids Collection

Location

Inara Camp is set in the Agafay Desert in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, an hour south of Marrakech.

By Air:
Fly into Marrakech Menara (34km/50 mins), which is served by a range of international flights.

From the Airport
Take a taxi or arrange a transfer with Inara Camp.

Detailed directions will be sent to you when you book through i-escape.