Location: Tamanrasset, gateway to the Hoggar
The hotel is in Tamanrasset, capital of the Hoggar (Ahaggar) in Algeria's deep south, the starting point for trips to the Atakor massif, where Mount Tahat rises, and to the Assekrem plateau, about 80 km away.
The town is served by Tamanrasset – Aguenar (Hadj Bey Akhamok) airport. Trips into the mountains are usually arranged with a local agency providing a 4x4 and a guide.
A historic hotel, renovated
Built in 1978, the hotel has undergone a full renovation that kept the volumes and materials of its original architecture.
On site: a pool and parking. Room details (beds, size, view) are shown when you book. In mid-winter, check the pool is open before you travel.
When to go: winter in the Hoggar
The best time for the Hoggar is October to April. From December to February days stay pleasant but nights are cold, especially up at the Assekrem, so pack warm clothes.
The December holidays and New Year's Eve are in high demand in the deep south, for hotels, flights and excursions alike: book early.