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Offering a restaurant, Riad Baladin is located in Essaouira. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including surfing. Free WiFi access is available in all areas.

Each room here will provide you with a patio view. Featuring a shower or a bath, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. Extras include an outdoor seating area and bed linen. they treated us very well ... highly recommend

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9.3
Superb
866 reviews
Price from
US$86
per night

Located in the historic centre, Riad Dar Maya is a luxury guest house with a rooftop terrace, a hot tub and a library. Guests can also enjoy the steam bath or a massage treatment, at a surcharge.

The air-conditioned rooms at Riad Dar Maya are decorated in an elegant style and include a fireplace. Some also feature a balcony. Free Wi-Fi access is provided. The bathroom´s heated floor, the jacuzzi, the kindness and always attentive staff, definitely made our time in Essaouira pleasant and memorable.

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9.1
Superb
668 reviews
Price from
US$151
per night

This Moroccan guesthouse is set on the banks of the Oued Ksob River, and offers 2 swimming pools and a wellness centre. Guests are free to relax in the garden or on the poolside terraces.

A traditional Moroccan décor is featured in all rooms and bungalows. Most rooms at Le Jardin des Douars open up to private terraces and some include a fireplace. Everything was exceptional. It really exceeded our expectations in all aspects. We have travelled to many places around the world, but this was one of a kind …!

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9.6
Exceptional
158 reviews
Price from
US$218
per night

Located in Essaouira’s medina, this seafront riad offers stylish rooms with a traditional Moroccan décor and 2 terraces with sea views. The hotel features a spa centre with a hammam and massage services. Great breakfast on the roof top with a superb view on the ocean and the noise of the waves. We really appreciated the staff of the hotel. The lady at the reception was extremely nice and helpful to us.

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9.2
Superb
602 reviews
Price from
US$116
per night

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.

The Heure Bleue Palais offers spacious rooms and suites with an elegant décor. They come with flat-screen TVs and marble bathrooms, and some also feature Italian showers or balconies. Beautifully maintained colonial-style hotel, where you felt you had stepped back into another era. The staff were exceptional... even leaving a lovely gift for our child one evening.

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9.1
Superb
607 reviews
Price from
US$367
per night

Set on the city wall, this beautiful riad offers a rooftop terrace overlooking the old medina of Essaouira. Its spacious guest rooms are elegantly decorated with Moroccan design and a fireplace.

All of the air-conditioned rooms at the Riad Chbanate are also equipped with a TV and a luxurious bathroom with bathtub. They all overlook the riad’s indoor patio. Absolutely erything!From the stylish room to the inner courtyard and roof terrace to the friendly staff!

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9.6
Exceptional
838 reviews
Price from
US$162
per night

The Riad Malaika Hotel is located in the heart of the Essaouira Médina, just 50 metres from the beach. The hotel offers beauty and body treatments and free Wi-Fi access.

The spacious guest rooms have a traditional, oriental decoration, and each has a private bathroom. Absolutely beautiful hotel, with dinner options fit for a Michelin star restaurant. Staff is very friendly, location is great. We went to the hamam recommended by the hotel manager. Had an amazing time.

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9.6
Exceptional
734 reviews
Price from
US$106
per night

Overlooking the old port and the beach, Hotel Madada Mogador offers comfort and space, combined with eastern refinement. The terrace offers panoramic views of Essaouira Bay.

Hotel Madada Mogador offers comfortable rooms individually decorated with minimalist-style furniture. Each elegant room offers modern facilities and is decorated in neutral tones. Met all expectations. Especially the breakfast was fantastic. Great Host. Good Location and the view was perfect

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9.3
Superb
551 reviews
Price from
US$154
per night

Located in the heart of the medina in Essaouira, Ryad Watier & SPA offers a unique setting for a relaxing and lazy stay.

Ryad Watier & SPA is set in a typical Moroccan house renovated to offer the greatest comfort while preserving traditional features. It offers 10 luminous and elegant rooms, each with a unique decor. A really warm welcome. The rooms are great and lovely decorated. From the rooftop, were is served the breakfast und you can enjoy the time, you can see and hear the sea.

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9.8
Exceptional
597 reviews
Price from
US$87
per night

At the heart of the Old Medina, La Maison des Artistes is within walking distance to the souks, fishing port and beach. It features a panoramic rooftop terrace with views of the ocean and Skala de la Kasbah monument. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Each is uniquely decorated and some have panoramic windows with views of the Atlantic Ocean. Such a beautiful situation right in front of the sea. The guest house was right in the heart of the Medina. It was so special. One of the most memorable places we have ever stayed. The lovely suite opened onto the terrace overlooking the sea. Everything was perfect. Isabelle, our hostess, was utterly charming and looked after our every need including excellent advice regarding the town, guides, and where to eat. We certainly recommend this special place!

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9.8
Exceptional
28 reviews
Price from
US$133
per night

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