Dar Meryem · Traditional Houch with Pool
House · Pool · Houch
Djerba · The island of the Lotus Eaters
Holiday rentals
in Djerba
Traditional houchs with private pools, character courtyard houses and a palm-garden villa on Tunisia’s largest island — direct flights from Europe, 24/7 concierge service.
6
Houses and villas in Djerba
100
Km of island coastline
300
Dinars per night, from
24/7
Concierge included
Discover Djerba
The magical island
of the Lotus Eaters
Djerba is Tunisia’s largest island and one of the Mediterranean’s most enchanting destinations — Homer’s Odyssey immortalised it as the land of the Lotus Eaters. Extraordinary white sandy beaches, traditional whitewashed menzels, the ancient Jewish quarter, vibrant souks and some of the warmest water in the Mediterranean make it a holiday unlike anywhere else in the country.
The Landlord has deliberately chosen the most Djerbian accommodation there is: the houch, the traditional island house built around a courtyard, renovated with a private pool and equipped to hotel standards. Rates start from 300 DT per night, concierge service included.
Djerba — your base in southern Tunisia
The island’s coastline stretches for over 100 kilometres and holds some of Tunisia’s most spectacular beaches. The north-east coast around Sidi Mahres is the most developed, with hotels, water parks and beach clubs; the western coast around Ajim and El Kantara is wilder and more authentic, with deserted beaches and traditional fishing villages. The whole island is crossable in under an hour.
Culturally extraordinary
The medina of Houmt Souk is one of the liveliest markets in Tunisia. The El Ghriba synagogue, among the oldest in the world, draws pilgrims every year. The pottery and weaving workshops of Guellala, the street-art murals of Erriadh — the Djerbahood project — and the flamingo colonies of the southern salt lakes each add a dimension you will not find on the mainland.
Why book a Djerba house with The Landlord?
Because our selection is the island itself rather than the resort strip: renovated houchs and character courtyard houses, each visited and verified, with air conditioning, high-speed WiFi and premium bedding. Our island concierge covers quad and buggy hire, private boat excursions, a chef service and guided tours of the cultural highlights. Airbnb Superhost with more than 500 verified reviews at 4.8 ★.
Where to stay
Four islands,
one Djerba
Djerba is large enough to feel completely different depending on where you stay. Here is our guide to the main areas.
Zone Touristique · Sidi Mahres
- Ideal for
- Beach lovers, families, resort life
- Atmosphere
- Long white beach, hotels, water sports, beach clubs
- Average rate
- 300–500 DT per night
The north-east coast is Djerba at its most resort-like: long white beaches, clear warm water, water-sports centres and plenty of restaurants. Ideal if you want a full beach holiday with everything to hand and supervised sand for children.
Houmt Souk
- Ideal for
- Culture, markets, authenticity
- Atmosphere
- Lively medina, covered souks, colourful harbour, seafood
- Average rate
- 250–400 DT per night
The island capital has a wonderful medina with covered souks selling traditional crafts, a colourful fishing harbour and the best seafood restaurants on the island. Staying here gives you an authentic feel for island life while remaining close to everything.
Erriadh & Midoun
- Ideal for
- Art, photography, couples
- Atmosphere
- Whitewashed village, international street art, quiet lanes
- Average rate
- From 300 DT per night
Erriadh became an open-air museum when artists from around the world painted its white walls for the Djerbahood project, steps from the El Ghriba synagogue. Nearby Midoun has the island’s liveliest weekly market. Calm, photogenic, and ideal for a couple’s stay.
Western coast & Guellala
- Ideal for
- Peace, nature, deserted beaches
- Atmosphere
- Wild coast, olive groves, fishing villages, pottery workshops
- Average rate
- On request by property
The west, around Ajim and El Kantara, is the wilder Djerba: deserted beaches, olive groves, palm trees and the potters’ workshops of Guellala. This is the choice for travellers who want the island without the crowds — bring a car.
Who it suits
Djerba for every
type of traveller
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Families
The Zone Touristique beaches shelve gently and safely, with fine sand and calm water, and our houses with private pools let children swim safely while you sit in the courtyard. Djerba Explore park with its traditional village, the sponge farm, horse-and-cart rides and quad tours of the island fill the rest of the week.
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Couples
A courtyard houch, a pool edged with palms, whitewashed lanes and sunsets over the olive groves: Djerba is remarkably romantic and remarkably uncrowded. We arrange private dinners at the house, boat trips and guided walks through the Djerbahood murals.
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Culture & craft travellers
The El Ghriba synagogue, the ibadite mosques with their squat minarets, the menzels, the Guellala potteries and the Erriadh murals give the island an unusual density of heritage. Our concierges arrange private visits and introductions to the craftspeople themselves.
Our properties
A selection
in Djerba
6 hand-picked, verified houses and villas: traditional houchs with pools, a villa with a palm garden and character courtyard houses. From 300 DT per night.
Dar Molka · Renovated Houch with Pool
House · Pool · Renovated
Villa Charme · Pool & Palm Garden
Villa · Pool · Palm garden
Dar Dada · Traditional Houch House
House · Houch · Authentic
Dar Sultan · Character Island House
House · Courtyard · Character
Dar Amel · Character Island House
House · Courtyard · Character
When to visit
The mildest climate
in Tunisia
Its island position gives Djerba more than 300 days of sunshine a year and pleasant temperatures almost all year round.
High season · June to September
- Ideal for
- Beach, swimming, water sports
- Atmosphere
- 28–35 °C air, 24–28 °C sea; warm evenings for dining outside
- Average rate
- Book 2–3 months ahead
The most requested period: lively beaches, warm sea perfect for swimming and soft evenings made for dinner facing the water. Rates peak, but a Djerban summer is hard to match.
Shoulder · April–May & October–November
- Ideal for
- Sightseeing, kitesurfing, golf, quiet beaches
- Atmosphere
- 20–28 °C; still swimmable in November, the island calm
- Average rate
- Best value of the year
The best compromise of the year: an ideal climate for exploring the island, kitesurfing or golf, with beaches that are almost empty. This is the season regulars prefer.
Low season · December to March
- Ideal for
- Long stays, remote work, budget travel
- Atmosphere
- 15–22 °C; the island returned to the Djerbians, superb light
- Average rate
- Up to 50 % off long stays
Winter on Djerba is mild and luminous. This is the season for month-long stays, popular with remote workers escaping the European winter — and it carries the lowest rates of the year.
Included in every stay
A concierge service,
not just a key
Personal welcome
Hand-delivered check-in when it suits you, a tour of the house and the village, and our honest recommendations for the island.
24/7 assistance
One number, a real person on the line, in English, French and Arabic, for the whole of your stay.
Airport transfers
Djerba-Zarzis international airport is on the island: meet-and-greet on arrival, private transfer and car hire with or without a driver.
Professional housekeeping
Every house prepared to a strict protocol before you arrive, with linen and welcome amenities provided.
Private chef & fresh fish
The day’s catch from Houmt Souk harbour, Djerbian cooking in your own kitchen, a welcome hamper and groceries delivered.
Island excursions
Djerbahood and El Ghriba, Guellala, quad and buggy tours, private boat trips to the flamingo lagoons — all leaving from your door.
Around Djerba
The island
and the south
Djerba is also the gateway to southern Tunisia. Our concierges arrange every excursion from your house.
On the islandThe finest beaches in DjerbaOur full guide to the island’s beaches, from the resort strip to the deserted coves of the west and south.1 h 30 · the desertMatmata & TataouineThe troglodyte houses of Matmata and the Berber ksour, as a private excursion with an English-speaking guide.The southern oasesTozeurPalm groves, mountain oases and the Chott el-Jerid salt flats — the Tunisian desert, easily paired with an island stay.1 h flightTunisThe capital, its UNESCO medina and Carthage — Djerba-Zarzis has daily flights to Tunis.
Frequently asked questions
Before you book
How do I get to Djerba?
Djerba has its own international airport, Djerba-Zarzis, with direct flights from Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Brussels, Geneva and many other European cities. The island is also reachable by road across the Roman causeway at El Kantara, or by ferry from Jorf. Our concierge arranges transfers to your house.
What types of properties are available in Djerba?
We have chosen the most Djerbian accommodation there is: the houch, the traditional courtyard house, renovated with a private pool, plus a palm-garden villa and character courtyard houses. From 2 to 12 guests depending on the property, all with air conditioning, high-speed WiFi and Smart TV. From 300 DT per night.
When is the best time to visit Djerba?
June to September for the beach and a sea at 24–28 °C — book two to three months ahead. April–May and October–November for the best value, sightseeing, kitesurfing and golf. December to March for long stays, with discounts of up to 50 %.
Are your properties suitable for families?
Djerba is one of our top family destinations. The Zone Touristique beaches shelve gently and safely, and our houses with private pools and gardens suit families of all sizes. Baby equipment is available on request.
Do I need to hire a car in Djerba?
It is strongly recommended, particularly if you stay in Erriadh or on the western coast: distances are short but public transport is limited. Our concierge arranges car hire with or without a driver, delivered to your house or to the airport.
What is the minimum stay?
We recommend at least five nights to explore the island properly, though shorter stays from three nights are possible depending on availability. Long stays of a month or more carry significant discounts.
What should I not miss on the island?
The El Ghriba synagogue, one of the oldest in the world; the Djerbahood murals at Erriadh; the souks and harbour of Houmt Souk; the potters’ workshops at Guellala; the ibadite mosques with their squat minarets; and the flamingo lagoons in the south. We arrange each of these as a private visit.
Book
Tell us your dates,
we’ll find your house
From 300 DT per night. A concierge replies in English, French or Arabic, shows you the houses genuinely available on Djerba on your dates, and arranges everything else — transfers, car hire, a private chef and island excursions.
