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Le Palazzo

Hotel in Kasbah, Essaouira

Located in Essaouira and with Plage d'Essaouira reachable within a 3-minute walk, Le Palazzo provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

S
Simone
From
Australia
Hotel was gorgeous, great location, lovely rooftop bar and restaurant. Fatima at the front desk was amazing, so helpful in every way.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 722 reviews
Price from
$174.15
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 located in the center of Essaouira, a 8-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira.

M
Mansour
From
France
The staff was very attentive to our needs. Thank you Farah and the entire team.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 983 reviews
Price from
$150.93
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.

A
Adrian
From
0
Everything was perfect the staff was amazing everyone was so friendly the shower was really really good the view was so good and a big big bed:) you feel so welcome
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 719 reviews
Price from
$142.48
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 1312 feet from the beach, in central Essaouira.

N
Niv
From
Israel
An incredible stay in Essaouira! Everything was amazing about the hotel. It's a beautifully remodeled historical building right inside the Medina. The roof, pool, and lobby were all gorgeous and so welcoming. Breakfast was delicious. The room was a great size so comfortable. The staff was really the best! They all went above and beyond to make sure our stay was so memorable and perfect. We would recommend to anyone visiting!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews
Price from
$363.64
1 night, 2 adults

Villa AMMA, piscine chauffée

Hotel in Essaouira

Located in Essaouira, 6.4 miles from Golf de Mogador, Villa AMMA, piscine chauffée has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

D
Daniel
From
Czech Republic
We had a fantastic stay! The place is very friendly, with brand-new facilities and located in a quiet area—perfect for relaxation. Mo and Anne made us feel at home with their warm, family-like approach. The highlight of our stay was the delicious chicken tajine, absolutely fantastic! Another great perk is that you can buy high-quality argan oil directly from local producers nearby. Mo was incredibly helpful in guiding us to the best products at great prices. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Price from
$205.81
1 night, 2 adults

Hôtel Mechouar Plaza

Hotel in Ahl Agadir, Essaouira

Featuring a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, Hôtel Mechouar Plaza is located in the center of Essaouira, a 3-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira. This 1-star hotel offers a tour desk.

F
Fadwa
From
Morocco
The staff were very welcoming and nice, the location is amazing. The room was clean! I really enjoyed my stay, I will definitely go back there❤
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,748 reviews
Price from
$68.60
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 center of Essaouira, a 6-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira.

K
Kristen
From
Canada
This riad is located in a great location in the medina, close to the ocean. We loved our stay here! Our host went above and beyond in assisting us to book surfing and in helping me find the perfect carpet to bring home. Essaouira was our favourite place in Morocco. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,546 reviews
Price from
$40.11
1 night, 2 adults

Mama Souiri Hotel

Hotel in Kasbah, Essaouira

Featuring a terrace, Mama Souiri Hotel is located in the center of Essaouira, a 5-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira.

O
Omar
From
United Kingdom
Everything, very good location. Dont need to walk aloft to grab a taxi.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,339 reviews
Price from
$38
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Cote ocean Mogador

Hotel in Essaouira Coast, Essaouira

Located in Essaouira, a 3-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira, Hotel Cote ocean Mogador provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.

A
Aurelian Nicolae
From
Romania
The ocean view is amazing. The staff is very friendly and helpful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,379 reviews
Price from
$139.55
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Vents Des Iles

Hotel in Essaouira

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

S
Socrates Georgiou
From
Cyprus
Hotel has free parking. Very welcoming, kind, polite and very efficient receptionist Ms Fatima. Convenient size room with a fridge, kettle and a large, very comfortable bed. Breakfast was impeccable, plenty and very tasty. What made it even more enjoyable was the very accommodating, professional and smiley service by Ms Khadija. Very highly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,390 reviews
Price from
$66.49
1 night, 2 adults
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Le Palazzo

Hotel in Kasbah, Essaouira

Located in Essaouira and with Plage d'Essaouira reachable within a 3-minute walk, Le Palazzo provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

S
Simone
From
Australia
Hotel was gorgeous, great location, lovely rooftop bar and restaurant. Fatima at the front desk was amazing, so helpful in every way.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 722 reviews
Price from
$174.15
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 located in the center of Essaouira, a 8-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira.

M
Mansour
From
France
The staff was very attentive to our needs. Thank you Farah and the entire team.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 983 reviews
Price from
$150.93
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.

A
Adrian
From
0
Everything was perfect the staff was amazing everyone was so friendly the shower was really really good the view was so good and a big big bed:) you feel so welcome
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 719 reviews
Price from
$142.48
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 1312 feet from the beach, in central Essaouira.

N
Niv
From
Israel
An incredible stay in Essaouira! Everything was amazing about the hotel. It's a beautifully remodeled historical building right inside the Medina. The roof, pool, and lobby were all gorgeous and so welcoming. Breakfast was delicious. The room was a great size so comfortable. The staff was really the best! They all went above and beyond to make sure our stay was so memorable and perfect. We would recommend to anyone visiting!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews
Price from
$363.64
1 night, 2 adults

Villa AMMA, piscine chauffée

Hotel in Essaouira

Located in Essaouira, 6.4 miles from Golf de Mogador, Villa AMMA, piscine chauffée has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

D
Daniel
From
Czech Republic
We had a fantastic stay! The place is very friendly, with brand-new facilities and located in a quiet area—perfect for relaxation. Mo and Anne made us feel at home with their warm, family-like approach. The highlight of our stay was the delicious chicken tajine, absolutely fantastic! Another great perk is that you can buy high-quality argan oil directly from local producers nearby. Mo was incredibly helpful in guiding us to the best products at great prices. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Price from
$205.81
1 night, 2 adults

Hôtel Mechouar Plaza

Hotel in Ahl Agadir, Essaouira

Featuring a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, Hôtel Mechouar Plaza is located in the center of Essaouira, a 3-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira. This 1-star hotel offers a tour desk.

F
Fadwa
From
Morocco
The staff were very welcoming and nice, the location is amazing. The room was clean! I really enjoyed my stay, I will definitely go back there❤
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,748 reviews
Price from
$68.60
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 center of Essaouira, a 6-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira.

K
Kristen
From
Canada
This riad is located in a great location in the medina, close to the ocean. We loved our stay here! Our host went above and beyond in assisting us to book surfing and in helping me find the perfect carpet to bring home. Essaouira was our favourite place in Morocco. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,546 reviews
Price from
$40.11
1 night, 2 adults

Mama Souiri Hotel

Hotel in Kasbah, Essaouira

Featuring a terrace, Mama Souiri Hotel is located in the center of Essaouira, a 5-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira.

O
Omar
From
United Kingdom
Everything, very good location. Dont need to walk aloft to grab a taxi.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,339 reviews
Price from
$38
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Cote ocean Mogador

Hotel in Essaouira Coast, Essaouira

Located in Essaouira, a 3-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira, Hotel Cote ocean Mogador provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.

A
Aurelian Nicolae
From
Romania
The ocean view is amazing. The staff is very friendly and helpful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,379 reviews
Price from
$139.55
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Vents Des Iles

Hotel in Essaouira

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

S
Socrates Georgiou
From
Cyprus
Hotel has free parking. Very welcoming, kind, polite and very efficient receptionist Ms Fatima. Convenient size room with a fridge, kettle and a large, very comfortable bed. Breakfast was impeccable, plenty and very tasty. What made it even more enjoyable was the very accommodating, professional and smiley service by Ms Khadija. Very highly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,390 reviews
Price from
$66.49
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Essaouira

Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
From $42.80 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,130 reviews
From $70.36 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,390 reviews
From $88.02 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 676 reviews
From $95.74 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
From $39.87 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
From $57.17 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 935 reviews
From $110.23 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,339 reviews
From $73.88 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
From $77.40 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews

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Budget hotels in Essaouira and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 942 reviews

Providing a terrace, Riad AYLAL features accommodations in the center of Essaouira. Located around a 7-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira, the guest house is also 3.5 miles from Golf de Mogador.

From $68.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,166 reviews

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

From $45.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 568 reviews

In the heart of the medina (historic quarter) and just 220 yards from the beach and port is Les Matins Bleus.

From $103.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 801 reviews

Located in central Essaouira, this traditional Moroccan bed and breakfast is 984 feet from the beach. It offers individually decorated rooms with free Wi-Fi and mint tea upon arrival.

From $63.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,192 reviews

Offering a terrace, Riad Azul features accommodations in the center of Essaouira.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,546 reviews

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Appart, Hotel & Café Agadir is located in the center of Essaouira, a 6-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira.

From $42.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews

Offering a spa and wellness center, 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.

From $89.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.7
Poor - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Luxury Riad des Arts in Essaouira offers accommodations with free Wifi, 3.4 miles from Golf de Mogador.

From $152.45 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews

Riyad zen oasis features rooms with free Wifi in the center of Essaouira. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

From $48.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

A 6-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira in the center of Essaouira, Mama Lova Hôtel, Riad, Restaurant & Spa features accommodations with access to spa facilities and wellness packages.

From $385.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 159 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews

Riad Diamant Blanc features accommodations in the center of Essaouira, a 6-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira and 3.4 miles from Golf de Mogador.

From $97.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 440 reviews

Riad Al Manara is a recently renovated riad in the center of Essaouira, a 7-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira and 3.5 miles from Golf de Mogador. This riad features a shared lounge.

From $143.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 879 reviews

Riad Chakir Mogador is located in the center of Essaouira just steps from the harbor and beach. Each traditional Moroccan room at the Riad Chakir Mogador has a private bathroom and a seating area.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 718 reviews

Riad Haizea Mogador provides beachfront accommodations in Essaouira.

From $46.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,748 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, Hôtel Mechouar Plaza is located in the center of Essaouira, a 3-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira. This 1-star hotel offers a tour desk.

From $83.97 per night

Hotels located in the center of Essaouira

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

In the center of Essaouira, Mog'ador bleue provides rooms with free Wifi. This vacation home is a 7-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira and 3.4 miles from Golf de Mogador. Guests can use the a terrace.

From $179.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 762 reviews

The Riad Inna is a 18th century house renovated in the morocco-Andalusia style, located only 984 feet away from the sea and in middle of the medina.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 918 reviews

This former elegant homestead is in the heart of Essaouira and just 656 feet from the beach. It features central courtyard with a fireplace and an on-site hammam with massage.

From $64.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews

Located in one of the oldest parts of Essaouira, the Medina, near Moulay el Hassan Square, the Riad Riad Dar Latigeo welcomes you to a comfortable and refined environment.

From $31.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 392 reviews

Right in the heart of Essaouira, Riad Sidi Magdoul features rooms with free Wifi. With city views, this accommodation offers a terrace.

From $41.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Dar Sultan Riad rénové coeur médina et proche plage offers accommodations in Essaouira, 3.5 miles from Golf de Mogador. Guests staying at this vacation home have access to free Wifi and a terrace.

In the heart of Essaouira, Dar Aicha offers rooms with free Wifi. A 7-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira and 3.4 miles from Golf de Mogador, the property provides a garden and a terrace.

From $39.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews

Villa Margaux provides spa facilities and air-conditioned accommodations with free Wifi in the center of Essaouira, a 7-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira.

From $76.23 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

  • 201 attractions
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What Guests Said About Essaouira:

10

Essaouira is unique: its traditional buildings offer the...

Essaouira is unique: its traditional buildings offer the visitor coffee shops, restaurants with moroccan cuisine, tiny shops for spices, jewellery, wood carvings, ethnic clothing, leather goods and carpets yet remains a fully working town for its locals. It is no high-end "cote d'azur", but that is why it is so special. The port area is amazing - so many small boats and trawlers bringing in their catch daily, to be sold on the quayside, with all the sights (and smells) that one imagines of a working fishing port. We saw massive tunas, sharks, eels, crabs and lobsters, shrimps (some enormous), all arranged for local restaurants, residents and even brave tourists to buy. The Medina is a maze of tiny alleys and tunnels, with traders, artisans and artists of all descriptions beavering away at all hours. We also found it easy to talk to the Essaouirians, many of whom will go out of their way to welcome you and exchange life stories. All in all, a feast for the senses.
Guest review by
Chris
United Kingdom
10

Essauouira came the closest to what my romantic notion,...

Essauouira came the closest to what my romantic notion, minds-eye of what a Moroccan medina would be like. The medina is large enough to become thoroughly lost and found in; the Atlantic Ocean is majestic and can be gazed upon from so many beautiful sights along the medina; magnificent sunsets; delicious but highly affordable restaurants. A dreamy place to gather your thoughts and center yourself after visiting Marrakech and the Sahara!
Guest review by
Su
United States
8.0

We liked the serene atmosphere of the Hotel des Iles and its...

We liked the serene atmosphere of the Hotel des Iles and its large swimming pool. The location is excellent, it is just across the road from the beach and the medina is just a short distance away, you can easily walk there in a few minutes. As the are no lifts in the hotel, it is probably a good idea to get either a ground floor room or a pool bungalow because the breakfast bar is on the first and the buffet on the second floors. If you are not eating at the hotel there are lots of reastaurants in the medina and a couple quite close to the hotel.
Guest review by
Douglas
United Kingdom
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

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From $83.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,748 reviews
A pleasant, comfortable stay and in my opinion the city is one of the best I have seen of many cities so far in Morocco. Nothing to fault about the hotel itself, the receptionists and the waiter who served breakfast (which was delicious to have) were welcoming and pleasant. The only thing that I personally found to be (slightly) disturbing was the "clock tower year 1912" which rang out of sync with the times at all times of the day. Thank you Essaouira and I will see you soon!
Guest review by
Free Mind
Norway
From $116.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Lovely hotel within very short walk of the medina port and the beach. Staff very happy and helpful. Lovely small pool in the garden with ample number of sunbeds if you don’t fancy the beach. No air con in the rooms but with the steady breeze from the sea front not necessary. Our room had sea view which was lovely.
Guest review by
Jon
United Kingdom
From $127.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,259 reviews
This hotel is not 5 star by European standards but it's still very nice. The staff are lovely and the private area on the beach and the pool are lovely. It's in a brilliant location within a very easy, flat walk to the Medina. Our room was big with lots of space and storage, a safe and minibar
Guest review by
Philippa
Spain
From $81.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,479 reviews
The hotel was lovely and the staff were all great. The bar was well priced and it was a lovely place to stay. The restaurant at the hotel provided the best meals we had anywhere in Marrakech.
Guest review by
mark
France
From $112.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 880 reviews
Excellent location on the beachfront and next to the medina. Peaceful garden with pool Friendly and helpful staff
Guest review by
George
United Kingdom