Where is Gourara Hotel?

On Rue Ouled Brahim, at the edge of Timimoun's palm grove, about 7 km from the airport.

Who designed Gourara Hotel?

French architect Fernand Pouillon, who designed several major Saharan hotels in Algeria.

Yes, plus a restaurant and free parking.

When is the best time to visit Timimoun?

October to April; book early for New Year and the winter holidays.

How do I book Gourara Hotel?

Choose your dates and the number of guests in the search above: Nreservi shows the live prices of the rooms at Gourara Hotel. You book online and pay by card, or in Algerian dinars (BaridiMob, bank transfer or cash at our agency in Algiers).

How do I receive my voucher?

As soon as your booking is confirmed, your voucher is sent by email or WhatsApp; show it at the hotel reception when you arrive.

Can I cancel my booking?

Cancellation conditions depend on the rate you choose: each offer shows, before you book, whether it is refundable and until when cancellation is free.

Gourara Hotel Timimoun: the Fernand Pouillon hotel

Gourara Hotel is the historic hotel of Timimoun, the "red oasis" of the Algerian Sahara. Designed by architect Fernand Pouillon, it stands on Rue Ouled Brahim at the edge of the palm grove, and its terraces overlook the oasis and the dunes. With a pool, a restaurant and free parking, it is the best-known base for exploring the Gourara region from autumn to spring.

A Fernand Pouillon hotel

Gourara is one of the Saharan hotels designed by Fernand Pouillon, the French architect behind several major tourist hotels in Algeria. Built in terraces, it opens onto the palm grove and blends into the landscape.

From the balconies and terraces, the view over the oasis and dunes is one of the finest in Timimoun, especially at sunset.

Location, pool and rooms

On Rue Ouled Brahim, at the edge of the palm grove and close to the town; Timimoun airport is about 7 km away.

The hotel has a pool, a restaurant, free parking and Wi-Fi. Single, double, twin rooms and suites with private bathroom, many with a balcony or terrace. It is an older hotel whose charm lies in its architecture and view.

What to do in Timimoun

Red-earth ksour, a palm grove irrigated by foggaras, the great sebkha and the dunes of the Grand Erg Occidental; local agencies offer 4x4 trips and desert bivouacs.

Best season: October to April. New Year and the winter holidays are the busiest: book early.