16 Rue Ceuta, 44000 Essaouira, Morocco
#1 of 109 hotels in Essaouira
Guests' ChoiceBased on 171 hotel reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
9.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 13 April 2023
Maria
United KingdomNothing
A very especial place- gorgeous decoration, very comfortable and clean, amazing breakfast and very helpful staff. Fatiha made sure we had everything we needed and more. Thank you for making our stay unforgettable!!!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 9 April 2023
David
IrelandI can’t think of anything other than leaving
This very old house has been beautifully restored by its owners while keeping an ambience of its historic past The welcome and care we received from the ever present manageress Hyatt and her staff could not have been better. The roof top breakfasts were delicious and the adjoining sun lounge was the perfect spot to relax An amazing location set in a quiet alley with a minute’s walk to the Main Street of the Medina It was difficult to leave and if we do get the opportunity to return to Essaouira we definitely will stay in Ryan Watier
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 9 April 2023
Jon
FranceIf visiting at you don't already have a favourite, this place should be top of your list. Great location in the Medina and wonderful staff.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 8 April 2023
Cathyanne
IrelandIt was perfect for family. it was truly beautifully decorated and so comfortable. A lovely touch when our fire in the sitting room was light at night time. A very spacious room/s. lovely breakfast.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 3 April 2023
Amy
FranceWe really loved staying here. the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful and very welcoming. we felt right at home. it is also very centrally located, clean and beautifully decorated. They also went out of their way to do a vegan breakfast for me :) and it was amazing. Also the hammam and massage was great. Highly recommend.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 27 March 2023
Irina
United Statesnothing
decor, breakfast, hospitality, art work, spacious rooms
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 25 March 2023
Sarah
AustraliaThere is absolutely nothing to dislike. I can’t rate this place highly enough.
The staff are warm, friendly and helpful. the location is perfect. The single rooms are huge and super clean. The towels and sheets and bed is magic. There are a number of outdoor spaces and terraces with views. They provide a huge and amazing breakfast.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 25 March 2023
Deborah
United KingdomNothing!
The staff were amazing nothing was too much trouble. The room and facilities were fabulous and we were so pleased to have a fire lit in the room with the colder evenings. The breakfast was all delicious and fresh, served on the roof terrace, overlooking the town and the sea, it couldn’t be better. If we went back to Essaouria we would definitely be staying again at Riad Watier.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 24 March 2023
Anna
United KingdomA warm welcome with a glass of wine. Recommendations for dinner - tables booked. Kind and generous staff. Hyatt and Fatima were so professional and gracious. Breakfast = Freshly made pancakes, lots of lovely jams, yoghurt and fruit, plenty of coffee. All served on the top terrace and available up to 11am too. We ate in one evening by the fire in the dining room - sharing the most amazing fresh fish caught that day. A truly lovely meal, good wine and fabulous ambiance.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 22 March 2023
Belinda
United KingdomNothing. Few tips instead for the locale - if you make your own way there do use a porter to take your bags from the Medina entrance - they will take you straight to the Ryad. When we arrived it was already mid afternoon- we spent too long unpacking and then found most of the good restaurants are closed between lunch and dinner service - so plan around this! It can be quite windy.
Everything. Beautifully presented Ryad. Our room was just perfect in terms of size, layout and comfort. Decor throughout was fabulous and interesting. Above all the staff go above and beyond. Reviews read before we came were all very positive but it is not until you stay here that you can really experience what other guests mean - it is a home from home. We got to know the all female staff well and also the guests, many of whom return year after year. Hayat and Fatiha were fantastic and interesting meeters and greeters. Our communal dinner was amazing - thanks to Gaby the cook. And thanks to all the other staff. We also had an amazing time in the hamman and spa for a massage. If we could give 11 out of 10 we would! We will pass the word on to our family and friends to come visit.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 18 March 2023
Robin
United StatesI think I read some reviews mentioning this prior to my booking, but the mattresses are definitely on the firmer side, which isn't for everyone. And this is an extremely minor point, but you can't adjust the angle of the chaise lounges on the rooftop terrace--they're great for sunbathing but it's hard to read comfortably at that angle. The fact that these are the only things that come to mind, I hope, speaks volumes to the overall quality of the experience you'll have here.
There are lots of reviews already in praise of this riad, and all I can say is that my experience absolutely matched them. The house is gorgeous and everything about the space and the rooms is meticulously curated, from the selection of jams at breakfast to the in-room decor (my room was decorated as an homage to the French long-distance sailor Eric Tabarty). Hayat is a treasury of information on the local area and a wonderful host, and the location itself couldn't be more perfect--a quiet square just off a main medina street, with rooftop views of the ocean and seagulls and waves as a constant soundtrack everywhere on the property.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 13 March 2023
Julia
SwitzerlandWe honestly loved everything.
Great value for money and design! I don't think that there is another property in Essaouira that matches the quality (comfort, decor, convenience of location, breakfast and staff) and price of this place. Absolutely recommend! Including the hammam!!! :)
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 13 March 2023
Ben
United KingdomFrom now on we are going to have to get hotels with fireplaces in the bed rooms. Nothing!!
This is the place to stay in Essaouira! Our taxi from the airport was organised for us including someone with a cart to carry your bags through the winding narrow streets to your hotel. The staff are what make this place exceptional. They will look out for you and make sure you are cared for. Their recommendations were perfect, we are at two fantastic restaurants and we followed their suggested 'things to see and do' on the map, and we had the best time. From the chaos of the fish market in the morning to the beautiful views off the high walls overlooking the sea. It was the perfect introduction to Morocco. Also if you are slightly nervous about visiting Morocco after reading some of the things online, don't be. The staff at the hotel really put us at ease and made us feel welcome, they will make sure you know good prices so you don't get ripped off. If we come back to Morocco we will be staying here again.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 11 March 2023
Sarah
United Statesthe property is exceptionally clean and quiet. the staff was amazing - warm, friendly, and kind. we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 11 March 2023
Elaine
United KingdomNothing to dislike.
A beautiful little tucked away gem. The riad is so peaceful with wonderful artwork on every wall. Hyatt & the other ladies we met were very kind & so helpful, nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was delicious & served on the roof terrace with a sea view. Our bedroom was stunning, the decor & quality of the linen were second to none. A wonderful feature was the fireplace which was lit each evening. We also requested a single room, this turned out to be a brand new room, completed in time for our stay. A beautiful feminine room, an addition to the existing single room on a different floor. Amazed that they would go to such trouble for us, but that sums up these great people.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 6 March 2023
Kim
FranceThe place is beautiful, the staff is welcoming and at your service at any time, the food and spa services are the best. The room is huge and the beds are so comfortable 🤩
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 4 March 2023
Romona
CanadaEverything was great!
Amazing breakfast on the rooftop, beautiful art and amazing staff who too great care to make our stay comfortable!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 20 February 2023
Bart
Belgium-
everything top class ; location - hospitality- beautiful, spacious room- super breakfast - very quiet
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 4 February 2023
Jan
Germanyroom was a bit cold at night (winter time) - but that got immediately taken care of by heating the cozy fire place and two extra electrical heaters brought to the room, so actually nothing to complain about.
you feel warmly welcomed with the first step into the Riad. feels like home / as if you were a close friend visiting - with hotel service ; ) best tips and organisation of all our needs. delicious food! very nice art details all over the Riad, which makes it one of a kind.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 24 January 2023
Ahmet
Turkeythe place is a beauty : spacious, fantastic restoration, beautifully furnished, surprise, Hayat was wonderful
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 11 January 2023
Cynthia
United StatesLovely riad with amazing atmosphere, friendly and accommodating host and staff. Eclectic art and decorations. Our room included a fireplace which they set each night. Lovely rooftop for relaxation and soaking up some sun as you listen to the waves and seagulls.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 9 January 2023
Joe
United KingdomEverything was exceptional
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 26 December 2022
Sergey
United KingdomWe never met such a hospitality. We arrived a bit late and hosts provided some fruit snacks and drinks absolutely for free. They set a fire in a fireplace and we felt like home. At night was very quiet, neither muezzin songs no traffic noise. The traditional Moroccan breakfast serves in a rooftop with a sea view. Very romantic.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 15 December 2022
Elisabeth
United Kingdomthe courtyard could feel a little dark and cool at times but this would be great at a hotter time of year!!
The riad had lovely big rooms, the staff were so helpful and always ready to guide to new experiences, and good restaurants! breakfast on the roof was lovely, Gabriel, Christine, Hayat and Fatiha all spoke excellent English, we watched World Cup football with everyone in the library! and my 92 year old father was always well looked after by them. And everyone staying there returns!!
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 2 December 2022
Karen
United Kingdomnothing really - some tea/coffee making facilities in the room would have been even better
the Ryan was beautiful with lots of nice things to look at.
Stayed in November 2022
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