Your Personalized Surfholidays

By surfers, for Everyone

Ilyana Surfhouse is a small-scale surf accommodation run by surfers, for everyone! A local surfer from Rabat, Ilyass Gougali, and Dutch surfgirl Nina Ottevanger shared the dream of opening an accommodation for surfing holidays. Together they want to share their passion for surfing with you, in the colorful country of Morocco. During your stay, they want to make you feel at home and have fun together in the water.

Ilyana Surfhouse provides a relaxing atmosphere for everybody and surf activities for any level of surfing. Whether you want to improve your surf skills, are just learning the first steps on a surfboard, or just want explore Morocco. Our team is always there for you.

Ilyana Surfhouse is open every year from September until end of June.

A package for everyone

The surfhouse

Our surfhouse is situated in the old medina of Rabat. Right in the center of the Moroccan traditional way of life. Only 10-minutes away from the beach, and a short walk into the new Moroccan lifestyle. 

Whether you’re traveling solo or with friends/family, our mix of shared and private rooms lets you stay in comfort while connecting with others and sharing the surf-stoke in the shared spaces.

Why Ilyana?

✔ Personal and Small-scaled
Ilyana Surfhouse is a small-scaled accommodation who offer small grouped surfing lessons. Personal attention is given not as a business, but as a friend. 

✔ A Stressless Holiday
Flexibility is provided for your booking, but as well during the holiday. There are no fixed schedules and we surf at the best possible times. We go with the flow and think about your wishes and needs. 

✔ Qualified Surf Instructors
Instructors at Ilyana Surfhouse are qualified with a ISA – certificate and have a lifeguard diplom. We ensure quality surf-activities in a safe environment. 

✔ Variety of Beach & City
Rabat is a unique location which combines surfing with visiting the city. A perfect destination for surfers looking for empty lines & anyone who is looking to combine activities and cultural holidays. 

Surfspots for all levels

The area of Rabat is the ultimate place to learn- and progress your surfing skills. In 10-minute walk from Ilyana Surfhouse, you can find a beach that is suitable for all levels. The area of Rabat has also many other surfspots to explore. In contrast with the South of Morocco, you can find empty waves to surf all by yourself.