Get to know us

Welcome to Dar Makai Surf Hotel, your home away from home in the heart of Tamraght, Morocco. We are a family-run surf hotel dedicated to providing a comfortable and welcoming environment for surfers and travelers alike. Whether you're here to catch the perfect wave, explore the local culture, or simply relax, we're here to make your stay memorable.

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Our mission

Our mission is simple to offer a cozy, friendly place where guests can enjoy the best of Moroccan hospitality. We aim to create a space where everyone feels welcome, whether you're a seasoned surfer or a first-time visitor. With comfortable rooms, delicious food, and a team that's always ready to help, we strive to make your stay as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.

Our vision

We envision Dar Makai Surf Hotel as more than just a place to stay. We aim to be a community hub where guests can connect, share experiences, and create lasting memories. By promoting sustainable tourism and supporting local businesses, we hope to contribute positively to the Tamraght community and the environment.

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Our team

Meet the heart of Dar Makai Surf Hotel:

  • Rachid Oumast - Agadir local, lifelong surfer, and passionate hospitality expert - is the

    energetic co-owner of Dar Makai Surf Hotel and co-founder of Taddanga Surf School

    (2010).

    Born and raised by the waves of Morocco's Atlantic coast, Rachid has been surfing since

    his youth, cultivating a deep love for the ocean and a commitment to sharing it with

    others. With decades of experience in tourism, he brings warmth, expertise, and a

    multilingual flair to every guest interaction.

    Whether guiding surf sessions, sharing local insights, or ensuring unforgettable stays at

    Dar Makai, Rachid's friendly spirit and dedication make him a cornerstone of Agadir's surf

    and hospitality scene.

  • Simone Ernst - Co-Owner of Dar Makai Surf Hotel, co-founder of Taddanga Surf

    School, and a driving force behind Agadir's surf community - traded the German winter

    for Morocco's endless sunshine in 2008 and never looked back.

    With a passion for travel, hospitality, and the ocean, Simone has dedicated over a decade

    to creating unforgettable experiences for guests, blending European professionalism with

    Moroccan warmth. Fluent in multiple languages, she brings meticulous care to every

    detail, whether managing the surf school, curating the laid-back luxury of Dar Makai, or

    sharing her love for Morocco's culture and waves.

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Simone Ernst
Founder / Surf Instructor

Rachid Oumast
Founder / Surf Instructor

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