Heading straight in the direction of Marrakesh we nearly miss the right turn towards our next and almost final stop on our road trip across Morocco. As the car stumbles over an unfinished dusty road we roll into a driveway, park under a palm-thatched roof and head inside. We are greeted with a strong smell of honeysuckle as we walk towards our lodge, fresh lemonade in hand, and admire the view of the Atlas mountains which we had just driven through.

With an overwhelming amount of luxury hotels and Riads to choose from across Morocco, it can be hard to find the best and most authentic feeling. Berber Lodge, situated only 30 minutes from Marrakesh, consists of 9 individually styled Berber lodges scattered around a private property creating an exclusive and understated luxury stay.

Across the course of our stay lunch was the standout meal. Multiple fresh, colourful and vibrantly flavoured dishes were placed on our table with an icy cold bottle of crisp French Rose. This intriguing selection of food included dishes such as baked couscous and feta stuffed peppers, tangy beetroot and slow-roasted spiced courgette. Each dish felt unique, light and pleasantly complemented each other.

The three-course dinner moved towards traditional Moroccan cuisine with Berber soups, couscous and vegetable tagines. Although enjoyable I found the flavours and variety limiting across the two evenings. I felt that the chef's interest in cooking vegetarian food lacked imagination and variety which, for a contemporary hotel that caters for international guests, is a little surprising. Breakfast was lovely and included fresh fruits, yoghurt, toast with an enriching variety of condiments and eggs cooked however you request. They also offer a choice of black and mint tea which, having been in Morocco for 10 days, was greatly appreciated.

Berber Lodge is the ideal place to escape once you have spent time in the bustling city of Marrakesh. The Lodge has the perfect balance of relaxed elegance and simple luxury nestled away at the foot of the Atlas mountains.

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