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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Essaouira, Morocco

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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 and slippers. Extras include an outdoor seating area and bed linen.

Beautiful and clean riad placed in perfect location. Owner and service are really nice and kind people. When I come back to Essaouira I’ll choose this place again

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9.1
Superb
816 reviews
Price from
£64
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.

Absolutely beautiful Riad with nice design and great location, loved it ! Fantastic breakfast, and exceptional service from all the staff, in particullary from Youssef. I look Forward to returning on my next visit.

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9.1
Superb
483 reviews
Price from
£116
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.

Beautiful spacious rooms, breakfast was lovely too

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9.6
Exceptional
538 reviews
Price from
£117
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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9.2
Superb
491 reviews
Price from
£64
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.

Friendly and accommodating staff, always with a smile and interested to know if there was something further you required. Great job!

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9.7
Exceptional
375 reviews
Price from
£52
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.

Beautiful view and great host!

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9.2
Superb
25 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

Close to the beach, Riad Zahra proposes simplicity and comfort only 15 minutes walk from the Medina. You will find an outdoor swimming pool on the garden.

Located in the residential district, the Zahra offers calm, relaxation and a peaceful stay. Its comfortable guestrooms are decorated in traditional Moroccan style and are equipped with an en suite and satellite TV. It is also possible to request a room overlooking the sea.

Stunning riad, pleasant staff, the place is very clean and the pool is huge. Thank you

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8.7
Fabulous
1,050 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

Featuring a panoramic view of the sea, La Casa Del Mar offers a patio, a furnished, rooftop terrace and a traditionally-decorated living room with a fireplace. It is situated in the Medina of Essaouira.

Wonderful riad good staff we enjoyed our stay

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8.5
Very good
303 reviews
Price from
£40
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, hot tub and massage services.

Breakfast on the balcony, overlooking the sea was fanastic

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8.9
Fabulous
372 reviews
Price from
£84
per night

Built on Essaouira’s ancient city ramparts and offering a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the ocean and the medina, this traditional Moroccan hotel offers en suite rooms and a guest lounge.

Each guest room at Dar Al Bahar is colourful and decorated with Moroccan tiles and furniture. Each room has an en suite bathroom with a bathtub or shower and some have views of the ocean.

Nice breakfast, beautiful view on the terrace, close to the Kasbah, big bathroom, towels provided for each day, I was allowed to leave my bags the day of my check out as I was catching a bus later that day.

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8.4
Very good
463 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Riad Dar Maya
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 483 reviews

    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.

    Wonderful staff, great location and beautiful terrace

  • Ryad Watier & SPA
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 375 reviews

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

    Everything. Beautiful guesthouse in a perfect location.

  • Dar Liouba Hotel
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 437 reviews

    Experience joy and tranquility in Dar Liouba Hotel, a former Imam’s house nestled in the heart of Essaouira's Medina. It offers an Arab-Andalusian inspired décor of rich, warm colours.

    Great location, very bright and just beautiful inside.

  • Riad Chakir Mogador
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 558 reviews

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

    Staff were great🤗, perfect location and fantastic room

  • Hotel Dar El Qdima
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 148 reviews

    With a 24-hour front desk, this hotel is located in Essaouira’s Medina and 500 metres from the beach. It offers a free Wi-Fi hotspot, a patio with outdoor furniture and a terrace with sea views.

    wonderful accommodation, friendly staff, everything nice

  • Riad Perle D'Eau
    Breakfast options
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 372 reviews

    Located in Essaouira’s medina, this seafront riad offers stylish rooms with a traditional Moroccan décor and 2 terraces with sea views.

    Everything, location, staff especially Ghita,,Ismaaiel Breakfast

  • Mumtaz Mahal
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 601 reviews

    This luxury Riad sits next to Othello Garden, 550 metres from the fishing port.

    Beautiful Riad, very large room and excellent breakfast.

  • Dar L'Oussia
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 198 reviews

    This riad is located right next to the beach, with panoramic views of the sea, the port and the Medina. It offers a hammam and spa treatments.

    It was friendly, comfortable and scrupulously clean.

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  • Dar Ayour appartements
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 188 reviews

    The Dar Ayour appartements is located in the Maroccan coastal town of Essaouira. The hotel offers Moroccan styled guestrooms with panoramic sea views and free Wi-Fi.

    Very kind staff it excited my expectations for the money I paid

  • Riad Etoile De Mogador
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 446 reviews

    This guest house is situated in a quiet area of Essaouira’s medina, just 300 metres from the beach.

    stunning view from the terrace and very nice staff

  • Casa Lila & Spa
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 238 reviews

    For a unique experience, Casa Lila offers a tranquil haven in the heart of the medina in Essaouira. It features a spa, which offers a hammam, massages and beauty treatments.

    The ladies from reception to room service are the best

  • Riad Al Zahia
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 264 reviews

    The charming and peaceful Riad Al Zahia is situated in the middle of Essaouira’s Medina, near the main square, restaurants and souks, and just a 5-minute walk from the beach.

    La convivialité et l’écoute Abdallah est super sympa

  • ArtHouse Cinema Hotel
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 298 reviews

    A warm and friendly welcome will greet you at the ArtHouse Cinema Hotel, which is located in the heart of the old town of Essaouira.

    The thea was excellent and the staff was very welcoming

  • Riad Al Madina
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 758 reviews

    This former elegant homestead is in the heart of Essaouira and just 200 metres from the beach. It features central courtyard with a fireplace and an on-site hammam with massage.

    really good place with good placment and great stuff

  • Riad Al khansaa
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 79 reviews

    Located in the old Medina, this typical Moroccan guest house is just 10 minutes from Essaouira beach. It features a gallery with local artwork, and offers rooms with a private bathroom.

    bardzo dobra lokalizacja, sympatyczny gospodarz i obsługa.

  • Riad Emotion
    Budget options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 170 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.

    great location, comfortable bed and fantastic breakfast

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  • Riad Chbanate
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 538 reviews

    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.

    Friendly staff, very helpful and lovely interiors.

  • La Maison des Artistes
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 25 reviews

    At the heart of the Old Medina, La Maison des Artistes is within walking distance to the souks, fishing port and beach.

    Breakfast was very good and served on the roof top patio. Very kind staff and Isabelle a great host.

  • Dar Dayana
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 230 reviews

    Dar Dayana is situated in a peaceful street in the heart of the lively medina of Essaouira. It is within close proximity of the beaches, port and local shops.

    Beautiful place in medina. Amazing owners, spacious rooms.

  • Riad MALAÏKA
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 491 reviews

    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.

    Good location and fresh breakfast and lovely dinner

  • Riad Lyon-Mogador
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 890 reviews

    Located in the Old Mogador, on the edge of the Atlantic, the Lyon-Mogador offers a peaceful setting in the heart of the medina in the magical city of Essaouira.

    Fantastic place friendly and helpful staff, great location

  • Madada Mogador
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 334 reviews

    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.

    Gorgeous room, great staff, amazing restaurant. Just lovely.

  • Villa Maroc Essaouira
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 164 reviews

    Situated in Essauouira's medina district, the charming Villa Maroc offers a beautifully designed riad with free Wi-Fi access in public areas.

    Location, stunning design, faultless staff. An iconic place.

  • Villa De L'Ô
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 267 reviews

    Protected by the walls of the medina, Villa de l’Ô is set a few minutes from the beach, the souks and the golf course of Essaouira.

    Very well positioned for everything that Essouira has to offer

  • Riad Maison Du Sud
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 683 reviews

    In a traditional and authentic 18th-century riad located 300 metres from the beach in Essaouira, Maison du Sud welcomes you in the heart of the medina.

    Very beautiful riad! It's a real palace inside!

  • Riad Dar Latigeo
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 353 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.

    The cosiness, a touch of Maroccan vibe, the breathtaking view from the rodo terrace

  • Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,608 reviews

    Located on the beachfront in Essaouira, this 5-star hotel features 2 swimming pools, a fitness centre and a spa with hammam. It offers air-conditioned guest rooms and some have a balcony.

    Excellent comfortable hotel with great facilities.

  • Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,319 reviews

    Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa, located on the Gary Player Golf Course, features 2 swimming pools and a fitness centre. It offers stylish villas and suites.

    The breakfast was amazing, they offer a lot of variety

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  • Avg. price/night: £83.24
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 329 reviews
    The welcoming staff including the cat, lovely interior design of the riad and exceptional service during breakfast
    Salvagnac
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £101.09
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 437 reviews
    Lovely location, interior design, and staff were very hospitable. Given how busy the streets are outside, this felt like an oasis given how quiet it was.
    Yasmin
    Group
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 688 reviews
    I know this has been written many times before, but this was by far the best breakfast ever. Lovingly and freshly prepared while sitting in the open kitchen of this little gem in Essaouira. Lovely owner and super tasteful, harmonious interior design. Not too far from central parking lot - which helps as well.
    Susanne
    Young couple
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 88 reviews
    Karine and Karim the hosts and their staff are wonderful. The property is beautiful, with spacious suites and stunning decor - set in lush gardens with a beautiful pool. The garden is filled with the scent of oranges. Breakfasts by the pool were delicious and can also recommend the dinner - fabulous. Fantastic tranquil getaway in Morocco, as well as a great place to work (WiFi is good) and lots of space with desk space and good lighting to work. A designer's paradise!
    lesley
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £71.85
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 504 reviews
    The cleanness, service, Interior designer is a big +
    Marhabba
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £154.47
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 277 reviews
    Gorgeous interior design, stunning rooftop terrace views, ideal location in the old city, amazing staff, and top quality service from manager Rachida
    Antoine
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £154.47
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 277 reviews
    The rooftop is stunning. It’s definitely a great spot, with a nice view, breeze and the service is great! The riad itself and the interior design is lovely as well. Awesome staff, I must say the people of Essaouira are super friendly and kind !
    Tazi-Tassi-Glaoua
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £143.10
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 822 reviews
    On arrival we were greeted with tea and biscuits. Room was clean stylish and good size. Each corner we took was like turning a page in a interior design mastaclass, beautiful. Rooftop Pool was peaceful with amazing views. Breakfast was Incredible, enough to fill us up till way into the afternoon. All the staff were friendly and professional.
    Joseph
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £202.19
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 160 reviews
    Just came back from Essaouira where we had the best stay at Esprit Bleu riad. Best welcome by Noemi who made us feel like at home. The rooms are stunning and a special mention for the beautiful bathrooms. We only had breakfast there as we wanted to explore the city but loved it (especially the fresh viennoiseries). And the boutique showcasing local designers is a must visit. We would definitely recommend staying there if you are travelling to Essaouira.
    virginie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £154.47
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 277 reviews
    Stunning interior design with excellent ambiance. We enjoyed a wonderful dinner with fantastic live music on the rooftop restaurant with sunset views over the sea….unforgettable experience. Hamman treatment was invigorating & relaxing with superb massage.
    Gerard
    Young couple
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