Dar Adul

63 Rue Touahen, 44000 Essaouira, Morocco – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>435</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
434 reviews

very well located. Said is very nice and welcomed us warmly.

Antoine France
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Dar Adul

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This traditional, Moroccan riad is set in Essaouira's historic Medina. Step outside the door to shops featuring Moroccan handcrafts. The ramparts are only a 2-minute walk away, and the fishing port and beaches only 10 minutes. Each room in Dar Adul is individually decorated, with all rooms completely renovated in December 2023. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the riad. Guests at Dar Adul are served a complimentary continental breakfast featuring fresh breads, pastries, and fruit. They are welcome to enjoy their breakfast on the roof terrace, in their rooms, or in the buoyant internal courtyard. Relax on the terrace at any time to the sound of the surf and sight of the shore, and enjoy stunning views of the Atlantic coast sunset each night.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Heating

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Essaouira, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
6.4
Low score for Essaouira
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  • Antoine
    France France
    “very well located. Said is very nice and welcomed us warmly.”
  • Robert
    United States of America United States of America
    “Friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Good breakfast. Beautiful roof deck.”
  • Kory
    Canada Canada
    “We loved this place so much that we decided to extend our stay by two more nights. The Riad is beautiful and the rooms are very well kept. The staff are so very kind and cheerful. We really felt sad having to say goodbye. I highly recommend this...”

Managed by The Riad Dar Adul Team

Company review score: 9.3Based on 422 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Guests are important in the culture of Morocco, and you are important to us! The Moroccan staff at Riad Dar Adul will welcome you with traditional, warm hospitality. Coming from the Mogador region, and from villages in the Atlas Mountains, Dar Adul staff members care deeply about their home, cultures, and traditions. Together they have more than 40 years of hospitality experience, and want to make sure your time in our riad surpasses your expectations. Creating lasting memories for others is the life passion of Riad Dar Adul owner Mary Franklin, who has led event production in nineteen countries for ardent pop culture fans. Now keen to welcome travellers to Morocco, Mary, with the help of her local team, wants to ensure your experience is authentic, that it benefits family-run businesses, and that it is gentle on the coastal environment. Between us, we speak Arabic, French, English, and Berber.

Property info

Buoyant and tranquil, Riad Dar Adul is ideally located inside the historic Medina of Essaouira. Within steps of our front door you can browse traditional Moroccan handcrafts, stroll on the 18th century ramparts, or be well on your way to Essaouira’s beautiful beaches. The warm, welcoming staff of Riad Dar Adul looks forward to serving you. We want you to be relaxed and comfortable, and to enjoy a perfect home away from home from which to discover the magic of Essaouira. Rooms at Riad Dar Adul are clean and peaceful, with whimsical décor, quality linen, and comfortable beds. Each room has a private toilet and shower, with shampoo, soap, a hair dryer, and a space heater provided. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building. Enjoy complimentary continental breakfast in the shared indoor courtyard and salon, or on the rooftop terrace. On the rooftop terrace you will appreciate stunning views of the medina ramparts and the ever-changing Atlantic Ocean coastline. Listen to the surf, enjoy a cup of mint tea, and plan your day’s adventures. From kitesurfing to fine dining to live music to browsing the shops in the market, Essaouira is waiting for you, and we at Dar Adul are here to help you enjoy your stay. While no cars can drive inside the Medina, there are parking lots conveniently located just outside the gates.

Neighborhood info

Riad Dar Adul is located inside Essaouira’s 18th century Medina, one of Morocco’s UNESCO World Heritage sites. Visible from the terrace of our riad, and a very short walk away from our door, are ramparts featuring canons once installed for the defence of the city. Follow the city wall to the south, and you’ll find yourself in Essaouira’s fishing port and boat harbour. Each day, the commercial fishing vessels, including the traditional small, blue wooden boats, depart and return. See the variety of fresh seafood for sale, right from the boats, and eat in one of the small, local fish cafes nearby. The beaches and shores of Essaouira are known for world-class kitesurfing and windsurfing. It’s a laid-back atmosphere with great (windy!) conditions most days, and a number of options for equipment rentals or lessons near the beach. Novice surfers can find ideal waves for practicing their budding surf skills. Essaouira beaches welcome those who prefer to relax, too, with long stretches of inviting sand, swimming, cafes, and camel and horse rides along the shore. The Atlantic waters might be a little cool, but the weather is frequently warm and dry. Just outside the door of Riad Dar Adul are the winding passageways of the Essaouira Medina, with shops featuring traditional and new Moroccan crafts. These include handwoven rugs, hand-cast pottery, and intricately inlaid wood furniture, which is a local speciality. The argon oil co-ops, many of them owned and operated by local women, are regional to Essaouira, and feature not only the oil, but also argon cosmetics. Essaouira is renowned for live music and excellent restaurants, both traditional and modern. If you are looking for recommendations for good food and music, please feel free to ask our staff about their favourites.

Languages Spoken

Arabic,Berber,English,French

Area info

Amenities of Dar Adul
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Heating
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Languages Spoken
  • Arabic
  • Berber
  • English
  • French

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Dar Adul

  • Room options at Dar Adul include:

    • Suite
    • Double

  • Dar Adul offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Dar Adul may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The nearest beach is 1,000 feet from Dar Adul. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Dar Adul is 1,000 feet from the center of Essaouira. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Dar Adul is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • Guests staying at Dar Adul can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • À la carte