The ideal location of the riad L'Ayel will allow you to enjoy moments of calm and relaxation while being in the heart of the medina. The huge beach of Essaouira, meanwhile, promises beautiful walks and nautical pleasures just 5 minutes walk from the riad. Our riad, composed of 5 bedrooms, is traditionally decorated in Moroccan style. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom and very comfortable bedding (new for September 2022!). Wifi is available wherever you are in the riad and on the terrace. The breakfast will pleasantly awaken your taste buds. Copious and varied, it is served à la carte and will be served on the terrace or in the dining room. Upon reservation, you can also treat yourself to our Moroccan specialties served for lunch or dinner. We can ensure your transfers between the riad and the airports of Essaouira or Marrakech and also meet your needs in terms of organizing cultural, sports or tourist activities. Riad l'Ayel has been welcoming Booking customers since 2015. See you very soon with us!

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Essaouira, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

Breakfast info

Continental, Gluten-free


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Essaouira
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Luisa
    Portugal Portugal
    Perfect! Nice decoration, good taste, large room, good breakfast, friendly staff.
  • Laila
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was very central and convenient at the heart of the Medina. It was very quiet. The terrasse was also lovely. The beds were very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and the staff (Karim, Abdullah and the ladies in charge of the...
  • Piotr
    Poland Poland
    Staff was so friendly! We gained advices, and tea, and good breakfast. Our room on the roof was big, clean and beautiful. I wonder why they don't have good photos on booking. We found everything more colorfull and comfortable as they show.
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Terrace
  • Heating
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Walking tours
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs € 3 per day.
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Solarium
Languages spoken
  • Arabic
  • English
  • French

House rules

Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 08:00 to 19:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 5 and older are allowed)

Mastercard Visa Cash Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In accordance with Moroccan law, unmarried Moroccan or mixed couples are not permitted to stay at the property.

Please inform Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira

  • The nearest beach is just 400 yards from Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • Check-in at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira is from 08:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Room options at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira include:

    • Triple
    • Double
    • Suite

  • Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Windsurfing
    • Solarium
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Horse riding
    • Walking tours
    • Live sport events (broadcast)

  • Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira is 150 yards from the centre of Essaouira. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.