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Ocean sounds.
Yoga flow.
Surf adventures.
Amouage sits on the water’s edge in the coastal village of Taghazout, a surf and yoga boutique hotel that draws guests from around the world to experience the calm, beauty and community that was born from this Surf Maroc creation. It’s rare to encounter a place that makes you want to come back, and having connected with many guests during our stay many have returned time and time again to enjoy the sanctuary at Amouage.
Staying at Amouage makes you want to leave your shoes at the door and embrace barefoot living, feeling the grass beneath your feet and connected to the elements around you. It forces you to slow down, take deep inhales and exhale with the chance to advance your surf skills with some of the most experienced teachers.
What is Amouage known for?
As part of the Surf Maroc collection, Amouage is currently the only hotel alongside two beautiful villas, Villa Mandela and Taghazout Villa. As a boutique hotel, Amouage has an intimate feel, with enviable views set right on the ocean front it boasts an infinity pool where you can witness the most beautiful sunsets. Amouage will allow you to connect with other guests through the delicious daily communal dinners and those who will go with you on surf trips during the day.
Where is Amouage located?
Located on the western end of Taghazout, this part of the village is a bit further away from the main street which gives it a much more relaxed feel but still within walking distance of everything you’ll need. Taghazout village is located on the west coast of Morocco, a short drive from Agadir city.
How to get to Amouage?
The closest airport to Taghazout is Agadir International Airport with many affordable flight options from the UK, with new flight routes added in the last year. Taghazout village is around 1 hour drive from Agadir airport, airport transfers are an optional extra offered by Amouage during your stay for £21. The hotel also can arrange transfers but payment must be made to the driver, from Essouria for 900 dirhams (£193) and Marrakesh for 1200 dirhams (£258).
When is the best time to visit?
The best waves in Taghazout are when there is a North Atlantic Swell and offshore winds which is usually from September to April. If you are a beginner surfer there are plenty of waves to surf, and you can visit at any time of year with better deals of up to 10% off your stay during the summer months. There are lovely warm temperatures throughout the year, with an average temperature of 26°C year-round.
What are the rooms like at Amouage?
There are beautiful Ocean rooms with sea views, ensuite bathrooms and the option to either book a room with or without a balcony. Most rooms can be made as double or twin rooms to cater for couples and friends. Perhaps you are a solo traveller you can stay in the Bunk rooms which are grouped by gender and have a shared bathroom. Mountain rooms do not have ocean views and are smaller than the Ocean rooms. Next to the main hotel building, you can stay in the Ocean Garden Room with well-kept grounds with a beautiful terrace and is one of the biggest rooms to choose accommodating up to 3 people.
We stayed in an Ocean Balcony room which has an ensuite bathroom, comfy double bed, and small desk area. On arrival you are provided with a bag that is packed with a beach towel, sarong, water and hand sanitiser.
The room spreads out onto your private balcony with two comfortable seats and a table with a chaise lounge. It’s the ideal place to relax whilst watching the sunset, the balcony is decorated with terracotta pots housing impressive large plants. During our time at Amouage, we watched some of the most beautiful sunsets from this balcony.
What facilities are there at Amouage?
A modern, chilled hotel with a relaxed atmosphere, welcomes you as you enter with a reception area that leads your eyes to the ocean. As you walk down the steps outside, there are many seating spaces, from sun loungers to bean bags, sofas, and cushions. Amouage has been thoughtfully designed, with contributions from previous artists in residence to create an elegant and stylish surf beach club vibe. The infinity pool is possibly the star of the show, a seamless connection to the Atlantic Ocean.
There is an area reserved for residents only which includes more seating with sea views and a curated garden feel, with palms, grass and flowers. Non-residents can visit during the day for food and drinks.
Here is what a typical day at Amouage looks like:
7 - sunrise yoga
8 - healthy breakfast
9 - road trip to the best waves
9:30 - surf lesson/adventure
12:30 - picnic at the beach
1:30 - free time to practice
3/4 - return to hotel
6 - 7 - sunset yoga
7:30 - nibbles
8 - dinner
If you book the surf package, you will join daily surf trips where the surf instructors will take a group of you to several different spots according to your ability levels. Surf Maroc organises trips based on surf levels 1 to 6 and will quickly determine your ability after your first day out in the water.
You have to let staff know the night before if you are going on the surf trip or not. Every evening there is a printed sheet for you to look at dinner which displays all the information you need for your surf trip including what time you will need to leave in the morning or afternoon.
Yoga classes are daily with morning and evening sessions with the option to book additional classes such as breathwork sessions in the afternoon. We were given tokens for yoga and it takes place on the rooftop room with the most wonderful views of the ocean. A sunset yoga session is a must whilst staying at Amouage, relax and unwind to the sun setting over the ocean with the sound of the waves and warmth of the sun.
Amouage Spa is open from 11 am until 7 pm, offering a variety of massages which are the perfect remedy after a day of surf, you can also have a manicure, pedicure and hammam using Sens Marrakesh products.
For all surf packages, you must book a minimum of 4 nights for most other packages a minimum of 7 nights is offered. Food is included for the whole of your stay with buffet-style breakfast, packed lunches are also available during breakfast to make and take with you on your surf adventure. The food served at Amouage was some of the best we had whilst staying in Taghazout, we really enjoyed the Moroccan night where the food was simply divine.
Surf Maroc has an undisputed reputation for having some of the best surf instructors, ready to show you the best surf spots for your ability and are there to help you improve your confidence and skill.
Surf Maroc have a rental shop a few minutes walk from Amouage, with wetsuits for hire if you need them and surfboards will be provided in the car on your surf trip. We were in a group of around 8 people with a similar ability, some surf trips will include local experiences which will give you an in-depth experience of Morocco. The shop also stocks t-shirts, hoodies, swimwear and other curated items.
There are communal dinners every night, where you have a chance to meet other like-minded guests and enjoy some of the best food in Taghazout. On Mondays and Thursdays, Amouage hosts event nights where anyone including non-residents can book and enjoy the special and unique evening at Amouage for cocktails, delicious food and great company. Seats are laid out on the grass lawn, with lanterns and fairy lights creating a lovely, cosy atmosphere. We’d highly recommend this experience even if you are not staying at the hotel.
What is there to do near Amouage?
Make sure to leave the hotel and explore the nearby area, walk the streets of Taghazout, browse the shops, walk along the beach and soak up the colourful streets. Read our detailed guide to Taghazout which includes all you need to know about the area. If you have the time, make sure to also visit Tamraght and Imsouane.
