Rue Youssef El Fassi, Ahl Agadir, 44000 Essaouira, Morocco
#49 of 108 hotels in Essaouira
Guests' ChoiceBased on 185 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.6
Staff
8.8
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
7.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 January 2023
Manuel
ItalyOur daughter’s bed was missing
The riad is located steps away from the Bab Menzeh entrance to the Medina, with a parking just in front of the entrance itself and the sea at a stone’s throw (either the ocean and the bay). We had a fantastic large room at the first floor (even though we had to remember the concierge that we booked the room for three, and our daughter’s bed was missing). Extremely nice traditional furnishing, and a very large and modern bathroom with a giant marble bath tub. The hotel has as well a reastaurant by its side. There, is where you get the breakfast, very nice.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 19 December 2022
Sachiko
AustraliaInitially I got a black and red room and didn’t like the darkness of the room. I asked the lady to change. I got a red and grey room which was better but there was no window to get sunlight.
It was a beautiful decorated riad and the receptionist was soooo lovely. I loved the giant bath tub and 60 min of foot massage. The room was so spacious and the decorations of the tiles were breathtaking.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 12 December 2022
Robert
United Kingdomroom too dark could not read eg map and could not see in wardrobe had to use phone torch! heating did not work cold room lack of facilities eg fridge, kettle, safe, tissues, better quality bath accessories Breakfast could have been better
the opulent decor ,room size, bed size, great staff, location
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 11 December 2022
Seth
ThailandNothing we didn’t like! The breakfast was huge and always served with a smile. Same thing everyday though which got a little boring after 4 days.
This is probably the best Riad in Essaouira. Perfect location, just inside the median wall so quick walk to the beach but also quick walk into the hustle of the medina. It’s located just off a main walkway but down a slightly quieter street so feels really safe and secure. I’d highly recommend the Hamam at Mumtaz Mahal even if you don’t get a chance to stay.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 1 December 2022
Josiane
United KingdomThe Wi-Fi was not great
Everything was amazing.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 1 December 2022
Josiane
United KingdomThe main issue is the internet, it doesn’t works well in the hotel.
This is I believe my 4th time at this property. it’s beautiful and the staff are great. The young lady at the reception is absolutely amazing, she makes sure everything is fine for the guest.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 29 November 2022
Andrea
JapanA stunning Riad! We were trying to work out how to stay forever in our magnificent palace. All the staff were friendly, attentive and professional. The breakfast was great and the location unbeatable. Our room was enormous and comfortable and spectacular. Luckily Essaouira was amazing enough to entice us out of our room to explore :)
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 23 November 2022
Paul
United Kingdomnothing
lovely ornate decor in great location in the medina (but close to gates for taxi!). plenty of restaurants within minutes. we received a warm welcome with drink and breakfasts in the central courtyard which was very relaxing. the bedroom was large with a comfortable bed and good WiFi. breakfast very nice on the roof terrace.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 28 October 2022
Stephen
United KingdomEverything exceeded expectations
A beautiful Riad , stunning from first entry to courtyard. Friendly attentive and helpful reception, sumptuous rooms, great breakfast, fantastic location, perfect place to stay in Essaouira
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 4 October 2022
Dimitra
United KingdomNo variety at breakfast, no enough light in the room
The room was big and comfortable and the staff were polite
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 27 September 2022
Julia
United KingdomTowels. Thin and worn.
Good breakfast. Great location
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 11 September 2022
Bethany
United KingdomThe hotel was beautiful- you get your own beautiful suite with big bathroom and huge bath! The reception staff were nice and the continental breakfast very nice! The location is perfect too, just on the outside of the souk walls, central but quiet (except the church bells)
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 5 September 2022
Ronald
Germanyeverything perfect
everything’s is super, the room looks like a museum’s the bad and Barron is exquisitely
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 5 September 2022
Ronald
Germanyno window
the location the room was he bad at he quietness
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 26 August 2022
Younes
Swedennothing
the place
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 17 August 2022
Maria
GreeceWater in the shower and bath tub does not drain properly.Mind that the hotel only accepts cash.
This is the one of most beautiful hotel i have ever visit ! Is like a museum ! Rooms might be a little dark but i found this was part of the magic. Breakfast is good ,quite similar in fact as those you can have in whole Morocco.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 12 August 2022
Marco
Italysimply great everything was perfect and the position useful
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 2 August 2022
Bengt
Saudi ArabiaImpressive building. Wonderful and helpful staff. Nice breakfast at the roof terrace. Nice Hammam. Good Lebanese restaurant adjacent to the hotel.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 4 July 2022
Viktoryia
NetherlandsWe had to leave early in the morning because of our flight time change, we asked the girl at the reception to prepare the breakfast a bit earlier, however, the breakfast was not ready when we were at the table at the agreed time. The breakfast itself was delicious.
Fantastic rooms with wonderful decorations and carved ceilings, huge bath, superb bed, great location close to the city center and parking. Great price vs quality ratio.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 1 July 2022
Anna
IrelandFloor was slightly dusty and the description mentions a minibar and microwave - this is actually just in the apartments but is included in the description for the room when you book it.
The rooms were very large and luxurious! It was like staying in a palace. The bed was comfortable and the breakfast was very tasty, the option to have this on the very big terrace was a plus. Great location, felt very safe.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 21 June 2022
Paolo
Italythere was not hairdryer in the room
very clean, comfortable and big room.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 19 June 2022
Naz
South AfricaThe riad is really beautiful with a stunning courtyard and fountain The room we had was opulent and large. The decor was superb. The service we received from the staff was excellent. We were celebrating my wife's 50th birthday and they made a special effort regarding this
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 17 June 2022
Josiane
United KingdomEverything was great. I found the management very professional especially the young lady at the reception, she was very helpful. Also the riad is very central and the rooms are beautiful, breakfast was delicious.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 7 June 2022
Kiki
NetherlandsThe room looked absolutely amazing, it's so extremely beautiful. Also the staff was very helpful and friendly, you can decide where you want to eat your breakfast and you get an entire tray for yourself, rooms are cleaned daily. When you wanted to explore the city, the hotel is close to the city center and the beach and harbour, so you are there in no time. The stay was absolutely perfect.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 18 May 2022
Ali
Moroccobreakfast is ok, however, bread and rolls are not fresh
Room is good
Stayed in May 2022
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