Desert Silence

Style : An exceptional Andean refuge inspired by the desert's ochre colours and volcanic stone Location : In San Pedro de Atacama, in northern Chile Capacity : 28 hushed rooms with breathtaking views of the desert and stars Highlights : The hotel's design looks towards the immensity of Atacama, an ode to the contemplation of the raw nature of the Chilean Altiplano

Style : 1920s colonial elegance, inspired by the adventurous spirit of British explorers Location : On the edge of NamibRand, in the wild Hardap Region in the heart of the Namib Desert Capacity : 10 canvas suites offering a panoramic view of the desert's vastness Highlights : : One of the purest natural settings in the world: exceptional starry skies and total seclusion

Style : A harmonious blend of contemporary design and traditional elements inspired by Nabataean heritage Location : In the heart of the desert plains and mountains of the Hejaz in Saudi Arabia Capacity : 36 rooms and 40 villas spread across the desert, all offering stunning desert views Highlights : Bold architecture perfectly integrated into the environment and grandiose panoramas

Style : Chic and nomadic decor in light colours, inspired by Nabataean culture Location : Located in the desert valley of Ashar and only 25 km from Alula Airport Capacity : 47 villas, 5 royal villas and 27 tents scattered across the desert, accessible by buggy Highlights : Its exceptional location just a few kilometres from the archaeological site of Hegra, a UNESCO World Heritage site

Style : Warm, natural tones and sleek decor with oriental touches, set against a desert backdrop Location : In the province of Medina, in the heart of a canyon in the Ashar Valley Capacity : 96 eco-designed villas to blend into the magical desert environment Highlights : Its dream location in the heart of Ashar Valley with breathtaking views of the canyon

Style : Inspired by traditional Moroccan culture mixed with a natural spirit Location : In the desert, a 40-minute drive from Marrakech Capacity : 20 tents and 20 lodges Highlights : An immersive wellness and human experience in the middle of the desert

Style : A lodge combining canvas and thatch, set within 15,000 hectares of desert wilderness Location : South of the Sossusvlei dunes, in the NamibRand Nature Reserve, a 4.5-hour drive from Windhoek Capacity : 12 Thatched Roof Chalets Highlights : Each unit has its skybed, an open-air bed allowing you to sleep under the stars

Style : A tented camp in desert colours, decorated with Himba crafts Location : In the Sesfontein region, near the Hoanib River, in Kaokoland, northwestern Namibia Capacity : 6 Tents, including one family tent Highlights : Embark on a safari to encounter the desert elephant and the Angolan giraffe, iconic animals of Kaokoland

Style : The lodge's architecture is inspired by shipwrecks beached on the Skeleton Coast. Location : In the Skeleton Coast National Park, 45km north of Mowe Bay, at the mouth of the Hoarusib River Capacity : 10 cabins, including two family cabins Highlights : Unique experiences between ocean and desert, an opportunity to get close to the famous shipwrecks of this remote region of Namibia.

Style : A contemporary resort incorporating Moorish and Berber codes, nestled at the gates of the Sahara Location : In an oasis in southwestern Tunisia, a few minutes from Tozeur and a 1-hour flight from Tunis Capacity : 50 rooms with desert views and 43 villas Highlights : Explore the desert by 4x4 or camel and experience the magic of Arabian nights

Style : A modern, natural, and above all very mineral atmosphere in the middle of the desert Location : In a private reserve of over 12,000 hectares, in the Namib Desert Capacity : 10 suites with private pool, including 1 family suite Highlights : The original lodge architecture blends wonderfully into a stunningly beautiful landscape

Style : A luxurious tented camp designed in a Bedouin style Location : In the heart of the dunes of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR), a 45-minute drive from Dubai Airport Capacity : 42 Bedouin-style tents with private pool Highlights : The experience of desert silence less than an hour's drive from the urban excess of Dubai

Style : An oriental and modern ambiance with colours that echo the Liwa desert Location : Right in the middle of the Liwa Desert, a 2 hour and 15 minute drive from Abu Dhabi Airport Capacity : 140 Rooms, 14 Suites and 52 Villas (1 to 3 bedrooms) with private pool Highlights : Ideal for exploring the wonders of the desert as a couple or with family, in one of the world's largest sand deserts

Style : A renowned architect's signature, for a sober and chic result integrating subtle indigenous decorative elements. Location : In the heart of the famous Australian "outback", 15 minutes from Ayers Rock Airport Capacity : 15 Luxury Tents & 1 Dune Pavilion Highlights : The camp is a marvel, the place mythical and sacred, the light effects breathtaking, Longitude is a must-see.

Style : In the spirit of a traditional Omani village, the ethnic décor is understated and elegant, with a mix of wood, stone, and whitewashed walls. Location : To the north of the Sultanate of Oman, a 2-hour drive from Dubai Airport Capacity : 82 villas with 1 to 4 bedrooms Highlights : Zighy feels like the edge of the world and offers its adventurous clients the option of arriving by paraglider, a guaranteed thrill!

Style : Inspired by the beauty of the surroundings, the suites blend mineral and natural wood. Location : The 2 lodges at Tswalu benefit from over 100,000 hectares of private land in the Kalahari region. Capacity : 5 Suites with a private terrace Highlights : Tarkuni is an ideal retreat for a group of friends or family seeking adventures in the Kalahari.

Style : A streamlined contemporary style in sand colours, mixing white stone, beige concrete and honey-coloured wood Location : South of Utah, near Canyon Point Capacity : 10 Luxury Tents with small private pool Highlights : The camp allows for a more intimate and intense experience of the desert's magic and an appreciation of the extraordinary play of light.

Style : A streamlined contemporary style in sand colours, mixing white stone, beige concrete and honey-coloured wood Location : South of Utah, near Canyon Point Capacity : 34 Suites opening onto the spectacular Utah desert Highlights : The resort is an ode to the light of the Utah desert, and it allows you to radiate out to several must-see US national parks.

Style : A resolutely chic ethnic style where it's good to take refuge after your desert expeditions Location : In the heart of the charming village of San Pedro de Atacama Capacity : 12 Earth-rammed suites inspired by pre-Inca architecture Highlights : Awasi is an oasis of elegance and comfort right in the centre of San Pedro, allowing for complete freedom to wander around the village

Style : An ethnic and rustic style inspired by the desert, reflecting the diverse elements of Atacama Location : In the middle of the desert, surrounded by the salt mountain range, a 10-minute drive from San Pedro de Atacama Capacity : 42 Rooms with a terrace overlooking a beautiful desert valley Highlights : An ecolodge designed in the heart of a peaceful desert valley, paying homage to the culture of Atacama

Style : The lodge's design is inspired by Dead Vlei in a contemporary ethnic style Location : In the Kulala Private Reserve, at the foot of the Sossusvlei dunes Capacity : 11 Kulalas with a small private pool facing the red dunes Highlights : The interior and exterior architecture is a success, and the 2020 renovation will restore this iconic lodge to its former glory

Style : A sober classic safari style Location : At the foot of the Sossusvlei dunes Capacity : 23 kulalas, all facing the large dunes Highlights : The lodge's location is ideal for enjoying the sunrise from the large dunes, then for exploring other nearby natural gems

Style : The camp is presented in a very elegant and understated ethnic-chic style Location : In the heart of the Skeleton Coast National Park Capacity : 8 Tents including 1 family tent Highlights : Hoanib's isolated location is a source of tranquility; it's also a fabulous gateway to the Skeleton Coast

Style : The tents boast a chic and understated colonial style, suited to the harshness of the desert. Location : 60 km south of Sossusvlei, on the edge of the Namib-Naukluft National Park Capacity : 5 Tents blending into granite blocks facing the desert Highlights : The Safari Camp's camouflaged location is exceptional, the camp is out of the way of everything, and silence reigns supreme.

Style : The chalets are more like tents decorated in a minimalist style. Location : 60 km south of Sossusvlei, on the edge of the Namib-Naukluft National Park Capacity : 10 Chalets with private veranda Highlights : A breathtaking panorama from your bed with no noise or visual pollution

Style : The tents are decorated in an ethnic style reflecting Himba culture Location : In the Hartmann Valley, on the banks of the Kunene River bordering Angola Capacity : 8 Tents, including 1 family tent, set up on the banks of the Kunene River Highlights : Serra Cafema is one of Namibia's most isolated camps, offering truly unique and spectaculary contrasting landscapes.

Style : An opulent classic-safari style, inspired by the 40s Location : In the lunar landscape of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans Capacity : 9 luxury safari tents with private swimming pools Highlights : Jack's Camp reopens its doors in 2021 after a renovation aimed at fine-tuning the finer details of an exceptional lodge even further

Style : Inspired by the beauty of the surroundings, the suites blend mineral and natural wood. Location : The lodges at Tswalu are located in the heart of the Kalahari, close to Namibia and Botswana. Capacity : 9"Legae" (homes) or Villas, 3 of which are family homes Highlights : Tswalu covers over 130,000 hectares of pristine land, making it South Africa's largest private reserve.