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Le Palazzo

Hotel in Kasbah, Essaouira

Located in Essaouira and with Plage d'Essaouira reachable within 300 metres, Le Palazzo provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

G
Greta Serena
From
Italy
The best position in Essaouira as it is on a wide pedestrian avenue but already inside the Medina, therefore in the town centre but with a lot of space outside. All the hotel has a typical moroccan style with a lot of wonderful plants. The roof has an amazing view and it is possible to eat from 12:00. The breakfast room is in a comfortable area with a view on a wide pedestrian avenue inside the Medina. The staff was so kind, sweet, discreet, smiling and always helpful. After four nights we were sad to leave this place which we will always keep in our heart and soul. There is also a historical background because Orson Welles stayed in this hotel when he shot the film Otello, hence the name 'Palazzo'.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 699 reviews
Price from
US$171.85
1 night, 2 adults

Suite Azur Hotel

Hotel in Old Medina, Essaouira

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Suite Azur Hotel is set in the centre of Essaouira, 700 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

S
Suleyman
From
Azerbaijan
This is a cozy hotel with a beautiful design. They don't have a buffet breakfast but provide you individual one with fresh food and enough to get full. Staff was kind. Especially the waiter. He was very friendly and smiling all the time👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 975 reviews
Price from
US$148.94
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Quieta

Hotel in Essaouira Coast, Essaouira

Featuring free WiFi, Villa Quieta is set in Essaouira. Free private parking is available on site.

S
Sara Helene
From
Norway
This is by far the best hotel stay we’ve had in ages - never been met with such hospitality. We came here to kite surf, and the lovely and accommodating staff were to helpful with everything (they even let us use the surf shop next door to store and clean our kites). The breakfast was delicious. We even arrived right after a recent renovation period, and were as a result the only guest at the hotel for a few days, and the staff even gave us a free upgrade. We had the pleasure of staying at the honeymoon suite with a ocean view - simply perfect. Couldn’t have asked for a better stay, and can’t wait to be back. And have to mention the beautiful garden as well!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 724 reviews
Price from
US$140.61
1 night, 2 adults

Heure Bleue Palais - Relais & Châteaux

Hotel in Old Medina, Essaouira

This luxurious hotel features a terrace with a heated outdoor pool with panoramic views of the Medina and the sea. It is just 400 metres from the beach, in central Essaouira.

Z
Zain
From
Switzerland
Staff went above and beyond. Felt great dread to leave. We will return.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 604 reviews
Price from
US$331.78
1 night, 2 adults

Villa AMMA

Hotel in Essaouira

Situated in Essaouira, 10 km from Golf de Mogador, Villa AMMA features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

V
Vosswinkel
From
Switzerland
Our stay was exceptional. Everyone was very friendly and the hosts did a big effort to fullfill the wishes of the guests. The property itself is very nice, calm and relaxing. The included breakfast was great as well. We would really like to come here for a second time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
Price from
US$203.10
1 night, 2 adults

Hôtel Mechouar Plaza

Hotel in Ahl Agadir, Essaouira

Featuring a bar, Hôtel Mechouar Plaza is located in the centre of Essaouira, 300 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

G
Gunther
From
Germany
Lovely hotel, great position next to the Medina, the harbour, the beach and everything else. Great entertainment in the evening.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,677 reviews
Price from
US$67.70
1 night, 2 adults

Appart, Hotel & Café Agadir

Hotel in Ahl Agadir, Essaouira

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Appart, Hotel & Café Agadir is located in the centre of Essaouira, 500 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

S
Seamus
From
Ireland
The family were lovely and friendly. The breakfast was delicious. The room was clean, comfortable and quiet. Gorgeous rooftop in the middle of the medina.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,510 reviews
Price from
US$39.58
1 night, 2 adults

Mama Souiri Hotel

Hotel in Kasbah, Essaouira

Featuring a terrace, Mama Souiri Hotel is set in the centre of Essaouira, 500 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

S
Since Wendi Sriwijayanti
From
Germany
Staffs were so friendly, and very helpful. Room was so nice. The hotel is in heart of the city as it was described. Breakfast was really good 😊. Highly recommended and we had great time there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,319 reviews
Price from
US$37.50
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Cote ocean Mogador

Hotel in Essaouira Coast, Essaouira

Set in Essaouira, 300 metres from Plage d'Essaouira, Hotel Cote ocean Mogador offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.

K
Kevin
From
New Zealand
Great hotel rooms overlooking the ocean. Good sized rooms and comfortable beds. Breakfast was excellent, staff were great. Supplied towels for the beach too
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,420 reviews
Price from
US$137.71
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Vents Des Iles

Hotel in Essaouira

Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Vents Des Iles offers accommodation in Essaouira, Each room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom.

A
Alexandru
From
Romania
Fatima and the other girls from the reception were exceptionally nice! Big thanks to them! The breakfast was one of the best we had in our one week holiday in Morocco. The room was big and clean. The hotel was walking distance from the beach and the kasbah. There is also free parking and a nice Carrefour supermarket nearby. Nothing to complain about.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,364 reviews
Price from
US$65.62
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Essaouira

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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From US$64.23 per night
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,129 reviews
From US$69.44 per night
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,364 reviews
From US$70.82 per night
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 670 reviews
From US$94.59 per night
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
From US$60.18 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 939 reviews
From US$108.78 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,319 reviews
From US$52.08 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
From US$50.92 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews
From US$89.11 per night

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Budget hotels in Essaouira and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 959 reviews

Located within 600 metres of Plage d'Essaouira and 5.6 km of Golf de Mogador in the centre of Essaouira, Riad AYLAL provides accommodation with free WiFi and seating area.

From US$52.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,163 reviews

Located in the heart of Essaouira's Medina, Essaouira Wind Palace is just a few metres from the beach and a 5-minute walk from the souks.

From US$75.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 563 reviews

Caverne d'Ali Baba is a restored 18th-century riad located inside the ramparts of Essaouira, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It offers en suite rooms, a terrace and restaurant.

From US$51.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 256 reviews

Riyad zen oasis is set in the Old Medina district of Essaouira, 5.6 km from Golf de Mogador. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

From US$62.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 559 reviews

In the heart of the medina and just 200 metres from the beach and port is Les Matins Bleus.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 792 reviews

Located in central Essaouira, this traditional Moroccan bed and breakfast is 300 metres from the beach. It offers individually decorated rooms with free Wi-Fi and mint tea upon arrival.

From US$54.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews

Riad Azul features accommodation set 100 metres from the centre of Essaouira and provides a terrace and a shared lounge.

From US$63.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,510 reviews

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Appart, Hotel & Café Agadir is located in the centre of Essaouira, 500 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

From US$41.78 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Essaouira

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Mog'ador bleue is located on the seafront in Essaouira, 5.4 km from Golf de Mogador. The property is 100 metres from the city centre and 600 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

From US$157.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews

In a central area of Essaouira, Mama Lova Hôtel, Riad, Restaurant & Spa features inner courtyard views from the terrace. Guests staying at this riad have access to a patio.

From US$380.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews

Offering a spa and wellness centre, Riad Ben Atar is located in Essaouira. At the property you will find a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.7
Poor - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set in Essaouira, just 5.4 km from Golf de Mogador, Luxury Riad des Arts offers accommodation with free WiFi.

From US$150.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,677 reviews

Featuring a bar, Hôtel Mechouar Plaza is located in the centre of Essaouira, 300 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

From US$75.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews

Located in the medina, a 5-minute walk from Essaouira Beach, this traditional riad features a patio with a fountain and seating area and a terrace with sun beds. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas.

From US$150.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 504 reviews

Riad Diamant Blanc is a riad set in the Ahl Agadir district of Essaouira. The property features sea and garden views, and is 5.4 km from Golf de Mogador.

From US$87.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 418 reviews

Set in the centre of Essaouira, Riad Al Manara is a recently renovated accommodation, which offers allergy-free rooms.

From US$131.94 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Essaouira and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 725 reviews

Boasting sea views, Riad Haizea Mogador provides accommodation with patio, around 5.4 km from Golf de Mogador. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a sun terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 777 reviews

The Riad Inna is a 18th century house renovated in the morocco-Andalusia style, situated only 300 metres away from the sea and in middle of the medina.

From US$67.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews

Boasting a terrace, Riad Sidi Magdoul is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in the centre of Essaouira, close to Plage d'Essaouira.

From US$46.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews

Villa Margaux features accommodation located 70 metres from the centre of Essaouira and offers a terrace and a shared lounge.

From US$67.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews

Riad Mogantique-Essaouira features accommodation situated 100 metres from the centre of Essaouira and offers a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$65.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews

Giraffe Hostel-Sea view Rooftop is ideally situated in the centre of Essaouira, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

From US$56.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 691 reviews

Within Essaouira’s ramparts, a 5-minute walk from the beach, this environmentally-friendly Riad blends Arabic, Berber and Jewish influences in its design.

From US$143.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 955 reviews

Well located in Essaouira, Riad Borj El Baroud provides a continental breakfast and free WiFi. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace.

From US$107.62 per night

FAQs about hotels in Essaouira

Morocco With a European Twist

Essaouira has developed from a hippie hangout to become a top Morocco beach resort with good surfing conditions. Its 18th-century medina is almost European in feel and narrow streets lead under low arches past fragrant spice stalls and local artisans selling everything from wood carvings to faience pottery.

Dotted around the souk are many traditional-style riads on Booking.com, hidden behind tiled façades and blue doors. Other Essaouira accommodation options include luxury hotels with swimming pools, cheap apartments, and B&Bs near Essaouira Airport.

Also bright blue are the rowing boats bobbing gently in small harbours sheltered by the Scala of the Port, a wide walkway with ramparts through which several historic cannons poke out. At the end is the Citadel, a small fortress overlooking Mogador Island - the largest of the Iles Purpuraires, so-called for the purple shells found in their rocks that were once used to produce dyes for Roman senator togas.

Another fortress – Bordj El Berod – lies in pieces on the long, sandy beach south of the marina. In the opposite direction the coastline is more rocky and lined by the Scala of the Kasbah, the crenellated walls protecting the medina. Horseriding and camel safaris are available on the beach and you can also visit a Berber village inland.

Learn more about visiting Essaouira

  • 160 attractions
  • 3 points of interest
  • 6 neighbourhoods

What guests said about Essaouira:

2.0

I chose this place for fresh seafood, as advertised.

I chose this place for fresh seafood, as advertised. What I had was an awful, almost-poisonous, life-threatening experience, as my fresh, chosen purchase of tiger prawns had been replaced by rotten ones by the fishmonger. It could have happened while I was struggling to count their foreign money out of my pocket. I ended up being in an embarrassing situation with the apartment owner when I cooked the prawns and polluted the whole building with a foul smell of rotten seafood. I chucked them all out in the bin, and I lost my appetite for the rest of my stay in Morocco. I should have listened to what my friends were saying about this place.
Guest review by
Rosario
10

Very relaxed beach town.

Very relaxed beach town. Nice medina and souk but not aggressive as you find in other Moroccan cities. Very high quality art and crafts. Beautiful views and beach, many spas available, very fresh seafood. Excellent restaurants.
Guest review by
Laurie
United States
10

The medina is lovely.

The medina is lovely. You can walk around freely with no one hassling you to come into their shop. The locals are lovely and so helpful. The variety of places to eat, have a coffee or just sit and watch are plentiful and its great to wander down all the narrow passageways and discover what is around the next corner. Its safe, easy to get around and Id return in a heartbeat. There is a main shopping street outside the medina where you can find the shops that sell alcohol and more fruit and vegetables. The port has an active fish market but there is fresh fish and a small fish market inside the medina too. The beach is lovely with sunbeds to rent and vendors walking up and down selling tea, biscuits etc. You get asked but you do not get harrassed. Its great.
Guest review by
Franham
United Kingdom
8.0

A pleasant though very windy place. A charming medina.

A pleasant though very windy place. A charming medina. Good restaurants and plenty of fresh fish. Definitely worth having a hire car. Some lovely upmarket hotels/spas in the surrounding countryside.
Guest review by
Henry
United Kingdom
10

A big (and much cooler) contrast to Marrakech, Essaouira is...

A big (and much cooler) contrast to Marrakech, Essaouira is a very traditional Berber town, but much smaller, but with lots of good eating options, (no alcohol in most!) The souk is lovely with lots of choice for everything, and the beach area very nice, but being on the Atlantic, prone to wind. We spent our 2nd evening on the sea front watching the sun go down and enjoying fresh sardines - a nice 2 day stop over.
Guest review by
Susan
United Kingdom
10

Mix of old town, port and beach.

Mix of old town, port and beach. In danger of becoming a little overrun with tourists during day. All felt very safe. Loads of usual souk shops - especially notable are the wood ones (Thuya). Large gently sloping beach, good for watersports. Don't miss the port - very active during day - buy some fish and get it cooked nearby very cheaply, but can get very busy (and chaotic!). Wide range of restaurants, recommend the Ocean Vagabond at far end of beach. Taros bar is liveliest place, but drinks pricey. Note of caution : We did get get some food poisoning, difficult to be precise, but seemed to stem from one meal at a 'good' restaurant ( I won't name and shame as cannot be totally sure !?) , probably from a salad or fruit dessert ?
Guest review by
Paul
United Kingdom

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From US$177.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 724 reviews
Lovely room (room 12) with lots of space, pool and sea view. A very pretty garden to sit in if you didn't want to sit around the pool, 20 min walk to the Medina but all along the seafront. Lots to see with camels/horses and kite surfing this end of the beach opposite the hotel. Cafes for coffee etc opposite the hotel recommend Ocean Vagabond and great restaurant half way to Medina 'La Couple' Staff very friendly and helpful Great breakfast including fruit and fresh orange juice. Amazing decor throughout.
Guest review by
ROBERT
United Kingdom
From US$70.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,364 reviews
Very good hotel for good price. Rooms are clean. Cosmetics and hairdryer in bathroom are available. Breakfast is very tasty and big (it's hard to eat all). Hotel is in good localisation - 15 minutes walking to main beach, in the evening is quiet. Best part of this place are girls working at the reception - very polite, still smiling and trying to help you every time. They told us a lot about the culture of Morocco and gave us a lot of tips. Greetings to them. I hope to come back there.
Guest review by
Mikołaj
Poland
From US$94.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 670 reviews
The hotel was conveniently situated near the beach, with beach bars nearby, and only a 25-30 minute walk into the medina. The room was fantastic, we had an apartment with a private roof terrace, which was exceptional, and all of the other facilities in the hotel were excellent. The kids particularly loved the swimming pool. The food was delicious and the pre-arrival and booking communication was great - the hotel helped to arrange transfers or us at a great price.
Guest review by
M
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
This is a truly unique hotel. Incredible garden with stunning views, and beautifully decorated interiors. Very good breakfast and dinner. Driving distance from Essaouira. Very friendly staff. Overall, one of the best hotels we stayed at in Morocco.
Guest review by
Sara
Italy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 699 reviews
This is one of one of the best boutique hotels we’ve stayed at anywhere. Location, decor, food and exceptional service. Hats off to all involved in making adding something wonderful to a great destination.
Guest review by
Matthew
Australia