179, Chbanate, 44000 Essaouira, Morocco
#2 of 105 hotels in Essaouira
Guests' ChoiceBased on 205 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 19, 2024
Michaela
BelgiumVery tastefully equipped!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Robert
United Kingdom2 nights in top floor apartment with balcony , glorious!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 10, 2024
Eva
United KingdomNothing
Staff were really hospitable and made us all feel at home. Food cooked at the riad was delicious Enjoyed the open fire for chilly nights. Internet was excellent
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 26, 2024
Katie
United KingdomFriendly staff, very helpful and lovely interiors.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 23, 2024
Ralph
GermanyThe staff is super friendly, the food is superb and the hole place looks beautiful!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Ella
United KingdomNothing
The most beautiful riad. The staff are welcoming, calming and friendly. It felt very zen, authentic and cosy as well as feeling very special. We loved our room and having the fire lit in the evening. As well as enjoying the sunshine on the rooftop. Great breakfast too. Would recommend to everyone!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 16, 2024
Tara
United KingdomNothing
Lovely breakfast and very accommodating Location is perfect
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 15, 2024
Luca
BelgiumEverything was perfect, the staff was very welcoming, the service was excellent, the Riad was beautiful, and the room even more! Would definitely recommend! شكراً جزيلاً
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 13, 2024
Erum
United KingdomNothing
Excellent location, fab breakfast and the staff were the nicest of people.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Hurley
United KingdomLovely design great staff
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 5, 2024
Jacqueline
United States of AmericaI wish I could give this place 20 stars! Everything was totally exceptional, especially the in-room fireplace, in which the staff would build a cozy fire for us each night. The breakfast was over-the-top, the staff were all multilingual, and the riad was close to everything. I only wish we could have stayed a few days longer.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 3, 2024
Neil
United KingdomNothing, our stay was perfect
We really enjoyed our three night stay in this beautiful Riad. Our favourite of all the Riads we stayed in during our 15 night trip to Morocco. The room was beautiful. Amazing welcoming, attentive and kind staff, with a special mention to Greggie, Hisham and Samira. A beautiful roof terrace. Great breakfast in a lovely room with a real log fire. We look forward to returning again on our next visit to Essaouira
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 3, 2024
John
United KingdomNothing.
Sympathetically restored building, tastefully decorated and beautifully presented. Staff were extremely helpful but unobtrusive. Our room was spacious, had minimalist but comfortable vibe; the wood fire lit for us each evening was an added treat. Exceptional breakfast, with choice of fresh fruit, pastries, cake, eggs plus cold meats. Dinner was delicious and good value.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 3, 2024
Louis
NetherlandsFireplace, bathroom
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Nathalie
United Kingdomnothing
A lovely welcoming stay , very comfortable bed & beautiful rooms away from the hustle and bustle of Essouira. also it’s quiet! usually the call to prayer wakes me up but this is a little away from it and so it’s not as loud. Friendly hosts & lovely breakfasts. the fire place was stunning too!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 25, 2024
Diana
United States of AmericaLocation
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 20, 2024
David
United KingdomWe loved it all
Firstly the staff were incredible. So helpful, very courteous and accommodating to so many questions and fluent in so many languages. Beyond this, it was in the perfect spot within Essaouira, close enough to the Main Street, as well as outside the medina. Loved the room too; the fireplace and sunken tub for a bath was splendid. But wouldn’t have been anywhere near as enjoyable without the staff, loved them all. From the cooks, to the hosts, the cleaning crew. Everyone
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: February 11, 2024
Sarah
United KingdomA beautiful riad in the old town. Easy to walk through the lively streets to the port, centre & beach. Close to the bus station too. Very helpful & friendly staff. Delicious breakfast too. Rooms are spacious, lovely bed linen, huge bath & a peaceful roof terrace to relax.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 29, 2024
Shauna
GermanyFood, staff, welcoming
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 25, 2024
Ellie
United KingdomNot a big deal, but there was work being done on the roof when we stayed so we couldn’t sit in the sun after our huge breakfast
Amazing bedroom with a fire that was lit for us after dinner each evening, a huge indulgent bath that was so luxurious. Food was wonderful, really recommend eating in for dinner, and very generous breakfasts. Lovely fireplace in the downstairs area helps create a warm, inviting atmosphere
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 24, 2024
Fintan
IrelandNothing
Everything
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 24, 2024
Mark
United KingdomNothing.
Traditional yet elegant and beautifully tranquil.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 20, 2024
Aviva
United KingdomWe absolutely loved staying in Riad Chbanate, it is so luxurious, staff so friendly and helpful and the most delicious breakfast you could ever wish for.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 12, 2024
Marilyn
United States of AmericaNothing
Everything! The rooms were beautiful and comfortable. My family, we had 4 rooms, decided this was the best place we stayed in our 3 weeks in Morocco!
Stayed in December 2023
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