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Heure Bleue Palais - Relais & Châteaux, hotel in Essaouira

This luxurious hotel features a terrace with a heated outdoor pool with panoramic views of the Medina and the sea. It is just 1312 feet from the beach, in central Essaouira.

Wonderful facility, combining the authenticity of riad architecture and the comfort of modern hotels. Excellent service, very friendly and professional staff, excellent service. The location in the Medina is awesome, rhe swimmingpool is clean, big and moderately heated. We loved it, and we will definitely come back.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
529 reviews
Price from
$256.57
1 night, 2 adults
Hôtel Riad Gnaoua, hotel in Essaouira

Located in the Medina, a 3-minute drive from Essaouira Port, this hotel proposes rooms with attached bathroom with free Wi-Fi.

Staff were nice and kind, they helped when we needed and were flexible to help with our stay, the breakfast was awesome in the terrace, kudos to the staff indeed.
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
1,123 reviews
Price from
$41.98
1 night, 2 adults
Hotel Dar El Qdima, hotel in Essaouira

With a 24-hour front desk, this hotel is located in Essaouira’s Medina and 1640 feet from the beach. It offers a free Wi-Fi hotspot, a patio with outdoor furniture and a terrace with sea views.

The location is fantastic, very central in the Medina of Essaouira and close to the city beach.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
271 reviews
Price from
$48.72
1 night, 2 adults
Hotel Borj Mogador, hotel in Essaouira

Hotel Borj Mogador is located in the center of Essaouira, close to the Essaouira Beach. It offers a terrace with views over the port and the Atlantic Ocean and where mint tea is served.

The staff The location The wifi The satellite channels
Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
272 reviews
Price from
$46.43
1 night, 2 adults
Villa Apollonia - Blissful Garden Paradise with Pool nestled in Nature, hotel in Essaouira

Located in Essaouira, 7.9 miles from Golf de Mogador, Villa Apollonia - Blissful Garden Paradise with Pool nestled in Nature has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a...

Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
8 reviews
Price from
$93.29
1 night, 2 adults
Suite Azur Hotel, hotel in Essaouira

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Suite Azur Hotel is located in the center of Essaouira, a 8-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira.

The property was out of this world. The decor was spectacular. Had a roof top room and access to the terrace which was fantastic. The staff was excellent. Farah who welcomed us was so warm and helpful. Every time we passed by she was so pleased and extremely nice and wanting to help us. The kitchen staff were very helpful. The breakfast was very good.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
883 reviews
Price from
$147.68
1 night, 2 adults
Villa Quieta, hotel in Essaouira

Featuring free WiFi, Villa Quieta is set in Essaouira. Free private parking is available on site.

This villa is absolutely beautiful. It was a wow factor from the moment we walked in. We thoroughly enjoyed our room & all the public spaces here
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
582 reviews
Price from
$168.91
1 night, 2 adults
Le Palazzo, hotel in Essaouira

Featuring a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, Le Palazzo is located in the center of Essaouira, a 3-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira. The hotel features family rooms.

The room featured was the one I stayed in. I loved sitting with the doors wide open with glimpses of the sea. Good location. I loved my early evening drink on the terrace watching the sun set.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
311 reviews
Price from
$143.23
1 night, 2 adults
Hotel Le Médina Essaouira Thalassa sea & spa – Mgallery, hotel in Essaouira

On the seafront, a 5-minute walk from Essaouira Port, this hotel is designed around a large outdoor swimming pool. It offers spa facilities, 3 restaurants and 2 bars, and free Wi-Fi in public areas.

Staff, pool,private beach Close to souk
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
1,195 reviews
Price from
$117.36
1 night, 2 adults
Riad Zahra, hotel in Essaouira

Close to the beach, Riad Zahra proposes simplicity and comfort only 15 minutes walk from the Medina. You will find an outdoor swimming pool on the garden.

Helped with every request! Very helpful in making sure we had a taxi to the airport.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,213 reviews
Price from
$72.11
1 night, 2 adults
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Essaouira's best hotels with breakfast

  • Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,457 reviews

    Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa, located on the Gary Player Golf Course, features 2 swimming pools and a fitness center. It offers stylish villas and suites.

    Staff and the environment was very peaceful and welcoming

  • Hôtel Des Iles
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,080 reviews

    Hôtel des Îles enjoys an ideal location at the gates of Essaouira's old city, in front of the sea and the port, making it a great base for relaxing getaways.

    Central location…. Also the beach was over the road

  • Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,692 reviews

    Located on the beachfront in Essaouira, this 5-star hotel features 2 swimming pools, a fitness center and a spa with hammam. It offers air-conditioned guest rooms and some have a balcony.

    Staff were excellent and the hotel is very comfortable.

  • Hotel Cote ocean Mogador
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,551 reviews

    Located in Essaouira, a 3-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira, Hotel Cote ocean Mogador provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Staff were amazing and the hotel location was very useful

  • Hotel Al Arboussas
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 382 reviews

    Hotel Al Arboussas is well situated in Essaouira, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hotel offers room service. The property is located in the Old Medina district.

    Clean Rooms - Helpful Staff - Comfortable Beds - Great Wifi

  • Essaouira Wind Palace
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 831 reviews

    Located in the heart of Essaouira's Medina, Essaouira Wind Palace is just a few yards from the beach and a 5-minute walk from the souks.

    Very good location in medina and super friendly staff.

  • Hotel Dar El Qdima
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 271 reviews

    With a 24-hour front desk, this hotel is located in Essaouira’s Medina and 1640 feet from the beach. It offers a free Wi-Fi hotspot, a patio with outdoor furniture and a terrace with sea views.

    The staff was verry nice and The location was great.

  • Vent Des Dunes
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 599 reviews

    The Vent des Dunes is located in a residential area 4 minutes from the beach and 20 minutes walk from the medina. It features a garden and free Wi-Fi available throughout the property.

    Very friendly owner who will make you feel home right away!

Budget hotels in Essaouira

  • Essaouira Lodge
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 817 reviews

    Essaouira Lodge is like a private berbere village, located 7.5 mi from Essaouira. Just a 15-minute drive from the beach, it offers a swimming pool, hammam and indoor heated pool.

    Spacious, very quiet, amazing pool, lovely pillows

  • Hôtel Emeraude Essaouira
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 917 reviews

    The hotel is located inside the fortified city of Essaouira. The hotel is a traditional riad built in the 18th century and it has been completely refurbished.

    lovely old property that has been renovated very tastefully

  • Mama Souiri Hotel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,925 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, Mama Souiri Hotel is located in the center of Essaouira, a 5-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira.

    Really great value, clean, and next to everything!

  • Hôtel Riad Gnaoua
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,125 reviews

    Located in the Medina, a 3-minute drive from Essaouira Port, this hotel proposes rooms with attached bathroom with free Wi-Fi.

    Great location fab breakfast really friendly staff

  • Hotel Borj Mogador
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 272 reviews

    Hotel Borj Mogador is located in the center of Essaouira, close to the Essaouira Beach. It offers a terrace with views over the port and the Atlantic Ocean and where mint tea is served.

    The staff The location The wifi The satellite channels

  • SurfcampLagrotte
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 9 reviews

    Located in Essaouira, 12 miles from Golf de Mogador, SurfcampLagrotte provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Ti svegli la mattina e hai il mare davanti. Personale fantastico

  • Heure Bleue Palais - Relais & Châteaux
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 529 reviews

    This luxurious hotel features a terrace with a heated outdoor pool with panoramic views of the Medina and the sea. It is just 1312 feet from the beach, in central Essaouira.

    Great Everything that you want Answered is always yes

  • Hotel Magdoul
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 10 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, Hotel Magdoul is located in the center of Essaouira, a 6-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira. The hotel has family rooms.

FAQs about hotels in Essaouira

Morocco With a European Twist

Essaouira has developed from a hippie hangout to become a top Morocco beach resort with good surfing conditions. Its 18th-century medina is almost European in feel and narrow streets lead under low arches past fragrant spice stalls and local artisans selling everything from wood carvings to faience pottery.

Dotted around the souk are many traditional-style riads on Booking.com, hidden behind tiled façades and blue doors. Other Essaouira accommodation options include luxury hotels with swimming pools, cheap apartments, and B&Bs near Essaouira Airport.

Also bright blue are the rowing boats bobbing gently in small harbours sheltered by the Scala of the Port, a wide walkway with ramparts through which several historic cannons poke out. At the end is the Citadel, a small fortress overlooking Mogador Island - the largest of the Iles Purpuraires, so-called for the purple shells found in their rocks that were once used to produce dyes for Roman senator togas.

Another fortress – Bordj El Berod – lies in pieces on the long, sandy beach south of the marina. In the opposite direction the coastline is more rocky and lined by the Scala of the Kasbah, the crenellated walls protecting the medina. Horseriding and camel safaris are available on the beach and you can also visit a Berber village inland.

Learn more about visiting Essaouira
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What Guests Said About Essaouira:

  • Scored 10
    10

    The Medina was clean and had lots of merchants that were...

    The Medina was clean and had lots of merchants that were respectful and not pushy. There was a great variety of products and you could see them being made- example making detailed inlay tables and people weaving blankets and making jewelry. The food was great - we especially enjoyed the vegetarian pastilla at Chez Jamila. The fishing port is worth visiting around noon when all the fresh fish is up for sale. The beach is in a protected harbour making it very safe to swim at.
    Tina
    Canada
  • Scored 10
    10

    Essaouira is a relaxed coastal city, quite historic and very...

    Essaouira is a relaxed coastal city, quite historic and very beautiful. I love the medina because it has no cars and the shops, art galleries, cafes and restaurants are very colourful. For people who eat fish, there is a huge choice, though there are plenty of other options, including for vegetarians. The clean beach is great for long walks. I've stayed in Essaouira for months at a time as it's very special.
    sandytatham
    New Zealand
  • Scored 10
    10

    It's a lovely, charming town.

    It's a lovely, charming town. The beach is wonderful and has great surf. However, there is far too much plastic waste which nobody is doing anything like enough about. Once upon a time this beach could have been a 9 or even a 10 - but there's no way you could give it more than 7 now. The camel and horse people aren't too pushy so are not a problem - but there's quite a lot of camel poo (those small dark pebbles - are NOT pebbles) When it's windy, it could be too windy for some people and that might affect your enjoyment. I'm an enthusiastic beginner with surfing and had a great time getting up on pretty much every 3rd wave I tried. This is at the South end of the beach. I would definitely recommend for beginners like me. Pros my think the waves are too tame - but I guess it all depends on the time of year (we were there in Aug) The people who hire are really nice and it was cheap too! The entire promenade is vibrant and fun in the evening as the sun goes down The medina is lovely, lots of fairly wide (for Moroccan medina) lanes and not too crowded. Nice architecture and photogenic side lanes. The stuff there is nice and we didn't find people pushy or rude. There's a few really great places to eat too. Street food where you can get a fresh sardine sandwich - yum! And I had the best tagine I've ever had Taxis in town are honest and don't overcharge - even when they don't have a meter (it costs about 10 d to get from one end to the other) There are a few good places to watch music too - I don't mean generic rubbish western pop, I mean interesting african bands with strange instruments and unusual beats and harmonies that will make you want to move - so check out as many as you can Oh and the castle is from Game Of Thrones when Denarys liberated the unsullied by cremating their owners - Drakariss !!!
    Peter
    Ireland
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0

    Lovely little town. Easy to walk around.

    Lovely little town. Easy to walk around. No stress or pressure from people. Loads of good places to eat. Not many serve alcohol. Great medina, less hassle than Marrakech and tons better than Agadir. CATS EVERYWHERE - so if you dont like cats or dont like to regularly share your dinner with them then please go somewhere else.
    Liliyj143
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0

    The town is pleasant and is suited to those interested in...

    The town is pleasant and is suited to those interested in suqs and local architecture etc. Not sure about the food as we did not eat in the town but the local restaurants and cafes seemed busy. If driving from the town to marrakech for example, be VERY careful of the speed limits. The speed limits are planned to catch drivers.
    Roger
    Saudi Arabia
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0

    August, temperature around 29, strong wind.

    August, temperature around 29, strong wind. Perfect temperature, the Atlantic is frozen, I wasn't able to swim. The beach is immense, and on average well looked after compared to the other beaches seen in Morocco. There are deckchairs and umbrellas for those who want to relax under the sun. For lovers of surfing and kite surfing there is everything, waves, wind and lots of schools. Have fun
    yanluke
    Italy

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Essaouira

  • From $62.94 per night
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 852 reviews
    The staff were extremely friendly and helpful especially Khadija and Safaa. The breakfast was copious. Free car parking opposite the hotel - was quite full in December so may be overfull in high season. Hot water for the shower, which was welcome after some other places I've stayed. Water pressure on the third floor not the best but ok. WiFi on the third floor a bit patchy. Quiet location away from the centre but easy walking distance to the beach and Medina. I had some washing, which was done the same day at no charge.
    Colin
    France
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 101 reviews
    Everything was excellent! Clean, great location, super friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast, sunny terrace, the working space is very comfortable and it’s included in our stay. They helped us to arrange taxi to/from airport, the staff even picked us up from Bab Marrakech to the hotel.
    Dewimaya
    United Kingdom
  • From $340.66 per night
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,692 reviews
    Best hotel in Essaouira, really big clean rooms, sea view was amazing, highly recommended. The staff are all really friendly and helpful. Pool was area was also lovely and really clean. Continental breakfasts were delicious.
    Nazia
    United Kingdom
  • From $38.41 per night
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,088 reviews
    We stayed in a nice, clean room. It was easy to find hotel. The location was very convenient with walking distance to souk, beach and port. The breakfast was fine.
    Jacek PL-UK
    Poland
  • From $164.63 per night
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,551 reviews
    Amazing breakfast, friendly staff, comfy beds and great spa!! This hotel is right in front of the beach. Perfect to relax!
    Daniela
    Switzerland