Riad Madu

A family-run kasbah at Hassi Labied near Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi dunes. Riad Madu provides a fixed-property base for exploring the Sahara area, while the operator also runs separate desert camps and excursions. Confirm whether the booking is for the riad or a camp, along with transfers and any activities included in the rate.

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LGBTQ+ country travel contextSelected independently for its location and travel features; no hotel-specific LGBTQ+ inclusion policy has been verified. FCDO advice states that same-sex sexual relations are illegal in Morocco, public affection can lead to prosecution, and meeting people through online applications carries legal, personal safety and privacy risks. Read the current country advice before travel and confirm guest and room-sharing arrangements directly with the hotel. View evidence

WHY IT IS IN THE SHORTLIST

A considered base for exploring Merzouga / Sahara

A kasbah base close to the Erg Chebbi dune area.
Separate riad and desert-camp options through the same operator.

NeighbourhoodHassi Labied — Erg Chebbi dunes

CategoryHotel

Information checked5 Oct 2026

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DESTINATION CONTEXT

Merzouga / Sahara provides the context

The GLD City Score belongs to Merzouga / Sahara, not to this hotel. It describes the broader local travel context and does not certify an individual property.

GLD City Score19/100

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TRANSPARENCY

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Gaylidays shortlisted this hotel independently using public information about its location, character and useful travel features. LGBTQ+ welcome is treated as a separate evidence field and is never inferred from location alone. This is not a paid placement, a booking endorsement, a safety guarantee or a certification.

Information was checked on 5 Oct 2026. Hotel services, policies and third-party ratings can change; confirm important details directly before booking.

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