rue Moulay Ali Chrif , 44000 Essaouira, Morocco
#8 of 105 hotels in Essaouira
Guests' ChoiceBased on 208 hotel reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
9.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 20 April 2024
Ian
United KingdomRooms were a bit dated but kept vert clean.
Loved our stay. a bit out of town but a lovely walk along the seafront or a 1euro taxi. Breakfast was great as was the pool. Definitely recommend
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Joan
United KingdomWe were woken up at 7 every morning by what sounded like a juice smoothie type machine. Not a big deal and it maybe only ground floor rooms that heard it
We loved the location, a few minutes walk to the beach and a choice of beach clubs for eating and chilling. This part of the beach has kite surfing camel and horse riding. The riad is lovely and we enjoyed chilling by the pool which is very sheltered. The walk in to town (20mins) is along the beach promenade and we usually got a taxi back for around £1. Lovely rooftop restaurants in the medina. Staff at Villa Quieta were always very helpful and kind.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Caroline
United KingdomNothing
Excellent location for wing foiling. Friendly staff and good breakfast
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Helen
United KingdomOne small gripe- we could hear a mixer being used in the kitchen early in the morning.
We loved everything about this place and hopefully will return one day.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Myra
NetherlandsNothing
Such a beautiful decoration!!!!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Nick
United KingdomVilla Quieta is just what it purports to be - it is a place to relax yet have easy access to anything you want to do or see in Essaouira.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Nadia
United KingdomCouple of areas that just needed a bit of attention like refining in a plug socket, but so minor and hardly noticeable.
Friendly staff, beautiful grounds and building. Really comfy rooms, which was a great size. Amazing breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Nicola
United KingdomIntermittent unpleasant smell in bedroom.
Location, welcoming staff and comfortable room.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Nina
SpainThings are slightly worn out and old. it did bit however, in any way, tarnish our stay.
excellent proximity to the beach, attentive staff, beautiful accommodations.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
George
United KingdomBreakfast choices could be improved.
Beautifully decorated and just across the road from the beach!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Nick
United KingdomEverything was just as I wanted.
Villa Quieta was precisely what I expected. Located away from the medina but less than 5 minutes in a petit taxi or a pleasant 20 minute walk. All staff could not have been more helpful or friendly. It is very peaceful and relaxing. We will go back.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Gianluca
FranceActually nothing...
Villa Quieta is a fantastic establishment (we discovered it is the oldest hotel in Essaouira) with beautiful original decoration and great facilities. We stayed in one of the suites which was very spacious and well equipped, with a nice terrace. The hotel is in front of the sea and at around 30' walk from the old city (less than 10' by taxi, which are very inexpensive). The staff is incredibly kind and helpful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Margaret
United KingdomBeautiful location and very friendly and helpful front desk. Everyone was friendly and kind. There was a lovely pool and also an upstairs terrace with a fabulous view of the beach.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 February 2024
Sarah
United KingdomVery spacious, beautiful authentic decor and wonderfully quiet.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Alexander
Czech Republicall good. I'd only be little more happy if we'd have sausages or hum (turkey or any other, if they don't serve pork) for breakfast)... But that was everywhere in Marocco. There was a board game in a saloon, but that was in French, we'd appreciate some english board games, that would help us during that very rare rainy day
We liked everything in Villa Quieta! very helpful staff, reach breakfast, great location is 100m from the beach and between 3 main kite/surf stations. you can see the see from the common terrace. Villa itself greatly furnished in oriental stile with a large comfortable rooms and lot of common space, including large chess table. Once we asked to serve a breakfast on the terrace and that was great! The taxi to medina costs only 1 USD and easy to catch on the nearest crossover.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Philip
United KingdomIt is beautiful inside, rustic Moroccan, but the main reception area is a little dull.
Excellent staff, quiet location and a nice pool area, a very peaceful hideaway.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Cody
CanadaI’ve stayed at 11 properties around Essaouira, and Villa Quieta has the best wifi. I tested the upload and download speed in three rooms and each was 40+ mbps and 25+ mbps, respectively. Nadia and Besma are excellent receptionists and they gave me a number of recommendations for restaurants and things to do in Essaouira. Another staff member walked me to an ATM when he coincidentally saw me walking a kilometre away from the villa when he was on his break. The housekeeping staff was attentive.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Sean
United KingdomNothing.
Quiet, short walk to the beach, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2024
Clare
United KingdomWould have liked a bit more light in the bathroom
The decor was beautiful
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Sherchan
United StatesLimited breakfast and a little far from the old medina.
Such a beautiful hotel. We really enjoyed our stay here. The room was big and very comfortable. Very well maintained charming hotel.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 15 January 2024
Catherine
United StatesBeautiful building. Good location. Exceptional staff. Good food
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 6 January 2024
Hassan
United KingdomThe room was very nice but one of the bathroom facility was not working properly however that didn’t stop us from using it so overall not bad. The room was situated near a lounge that had a fire place which was lit at night because of the cold. The smoke smell entered into the room very distinctively but again it wasn’t terrible and the smell was not present in the bedroom it self, so overall it was fine.
Breakfast was brilliant and having it in that nice setting they had laid out was very peaceful. The room was very nice and the staff were lovely! Whenever we asked for extra plates or anything in general, they would help with a smile on their face. We used to order food from the villa in the afternoon and it was lovely. One time they gave us a free starter and the turnaround time was really good. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Alessandro
United KingdomOne of the best places I have been too!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Dilyana
BulgariaAbsolutely nothing, only looking forward to our next visit.
The property is amazing and pictures do it now justice. Staff was friendly and welcoming, the breakfast was fabulous! The real surprise was the lovely garden - a hidden oasis of peace.
Stayed in December 2023
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