The Pool at Ksar Char-Bagh Small Luxury hotel

"Which room to book: Second-floor suites afford the most privacy Amenities: Gym, Pool, Spa, 24-hour Room Service View the entire Hot List of the travel world's most noteworthy debuts in 2005 ›"

"From the moment its giant wooden doors swing open to reveal the central courtyard, restaurant, and swimming pool beyond, everything is designed to impress: ruins to explore at the bottom of the garden, an organic herb garden, an art gallery and library"

"Most guests will spend their time lounging in the shade of the huge palms around the stunning stoned-faced pool, strolling the beautifully planted gardens, or reading in the fumoir"

"It was a little chilly to swim, even in a heated pool as glorious as this one"