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The Chill Art Hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

The Chill Art Hostel is located in Essaouira, 656 feet from Market Place and 1312 feet from Othello Garden. The property is located 1.2 mi from Essaouira Assawak Assalam.

R
Robin
From
Germany
Best hostel I stayed in Morocco in. Nice ambience, very clean, comfy beds, and a little bit of accessoires here and there that made the stay very pleasant (and that I was missing in other hostels), like a little shelf next to the bed or hooks in the shower.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,154 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$37.05
1 night, 2 adults

Riad Dar Afram

Old Medina, Essaouira

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Riad Dar Afram is located in the center of Essaouira, a 7-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira.

S
Stéphanie
From
Belgium
Sadia was really nice and welcoming. The riad was well situated in the heart of the medina, in a very calm environment.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$105.54
1 night, 2 adults

Essaouira trip hostel

Essaouira

Featuring a terrace, Essaouira trip hostel is located in Essaouira in the Marrakech-Safi region, a 10-minute walk from Plage d'Essaouira and 3 miles from Golf de Mogador.

A
ABDELMAJID
From
Morocco
I had an amazing experience. The place is brand new, clean, and equipped with all the facilities you could possibly need for a comfortable stay, from a well-equipped kitchen to cozy common areas perfect for relaxing or meeting other travelers. What truly made my stay unforgettable was the owner and the staff. They were incredibly warm, welcoming, and genuinely helpful with everything, whether it was giving local tips, arranging activities, or just sharing a friendly conversation. Their hospitality really made me feel at home. I would definitely come back here on my next visit to Essaouira and highly recommend this hostel to anyone looking for a friendly, comfortable, and well-located place to stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$28.80
1 night, 2 adults

hostel riad maqam

Mellah, Essaouira

Hostel riad maqam is ideally set in Essaouira, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

A
Athanasios
From
Greece
Wonderful. Magnificent. With the best kept secret in all of Essaouira, the terrace. The staff are super friendly and the deco and cleanliness are super. Recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
$28.14
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel La Smala

Kasbah, Essaouira

Hostel La Smala has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Essaouira. Ideally located in the Kasbah district, this hostel is located 3.6 miles from Golf de Mogador.

J
Jakub
From
Czech Republic
Location, amazing terrace, comfortable, clean, fast wifi… Perfect stay, especially the rooftop terrace is breathtaking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,644 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$38.70
1 night, 2 adults

Atlantic Hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

Atlantic Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Essaouira. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

L
Lin
From
Israel
Amazing rooftop, beautiful view, very friendly and nice stuff, 24/7 check-in, very tasty breakfast for a very affordable price. Look at the happy people in the pictures and understand why this place is amazing!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,438 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$36.94
1 night, 2 adults

Giraffe Hostel-Sea view Rooftop

Ahl Agadir, Essaouira

Giraffe Hostel-Sea view Rooftop is ideally located in the center of Essaouira, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

s
semlali
From
Morocco
I absolutely loved my stay at this hostel! From the moment I arrived, the staff Samad and biggy made me feel so welcome — genuinely kind people who are always ready to help or just have a chat. The common areas had such a chill vibe, perfect for meeting other travelers, and everything was kept really clean. The location was ideal too — close to everything but still peaceful at night. I honestly didn’t want to leave. I’ll definitely be coming back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$50.47
1 night, 2 adults

berber hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

Berber hostel is attractively set in Essaouira, and provides a terrace and free WiFi. Built in 1956, the property is within a 6-minute walk of Plage d'Essaouira and 3.5 miles of Golf de Mogador.

A
Alessio
From
Italy
Amazing place to stay! The location is very strategic and the breakfast is plentyful considering the lowest accomodation price in Essaouria. The staff is super! And also they organize group dinner at night. Felt like being in a little family
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 521 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$49.08
1 night, 2 adults

Surf HouseMaroc

Essaouira

Located in Essaouira, 12 miles from Golf de Mogador, Surf HouseMaroc has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered.

L
Lou
From
United Kingdom
wonderful sea views, great location, clean and comfy, delicious breakfast, peaceful surroundings...really friendly informal vibe, the brothers look after everyone so well! thankyou :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 488 reviews
Location 8.6
Price from
$34.01
1 night, 2 adults

White And Blue

Old Medina, Essaouira

White And Blue is located in Essaouira. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a patio, a terrace and a seating area.

a
angelight
From
United States
My experience staying at the hostel was positive. After I checked in they invited me lunch and shared the most delicious tagine I had in Morocco. They made sure everything was comfortable. They provided me with my own roll of toilet paper, towel, and lock for the locker. They were able to answer questions about the medina and the city that made my exploring much easier. The room was kept clean. I had pillow, thin blanket, and thick blanket. I was able to take hot shower. No problem in the restroom. The place is conveniently located inside the medina walking distance to the attractions, beach, restaurants, money exchange, and bus station. I would recommend staying at this hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 707 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
$23.45
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 521 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 488 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,154 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,438 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,644 reviews

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  • Avg. price/night: $31.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,438 reviews
    The staff were amazing, and so was the vibe. Great location inside the medina. It's not perfect, but it's definitely worth it and more for the cheap price we paid!!! I would stay here again if I travel on a budget.
    Guest review by
    Daniel Graf
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,154 reviews
    Great location in medina. The prettiest hostel I've seen interior-vise. 2 lovely cats living in the riad. Homely atmosphere, great for meeting people and hang out! Quiet in the night.
    Guest review by
    Maria
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $31.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,438 reviews
    All the staff is very friendly, the rooftop terrace is perfect for chilling, socializing and seeing the sunset, and the food served there at the bar is tasty. Even though it's a cheap hostel it keeps the minimum standards and since each floor can only be accessed by the people staying on it (they have security codes to enter the floor and room) the cleanness level doesn't get affected so much during the day. A very good budget friendly stay.
    Guest review by
    Karen Michie
    Solo traveler
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