A bit tired and rough around the edges. But comfortable and clean.

Location is exceptional. Hotel is a gorgeous old riad with tons of character and charm

Stayed in March 2024

I’m afraid the breakfast really lets this lovely place down. It’s so bad it’s inedible and we didn’t even bother with it on day 3. Where do I start…firstly, for me at least, one of the things I look forward to when visiting Morocco is the tasty breakfast: hot msemen, rich butter to melt upon it, homemade jams and pastries, hot rich baghir, mint tea…unfortunately the buffet breakfast here was a complete disappointment. It did offer msemen and baghir, but these were hard and cold, the butter rock hard, the jam industrial…there was some porridge but it was watery (made with water), and inedible, small pots of flavourless natural yoghurt and industrial tasting stale slices of cake. The ‘juice’ was frozen. The only good thing about the breakfast was the coffee, that was good. We decided to try again on our final day as we had a morning flight to catch, we arrived at the breakfast room for 8am (the breakfast start time) to find it closed. Other guests also arrived and were waiting, but the breakfast staff seemed oblivious to this and just carried on cleaning, etc, at a relaxed place, ignoring the waiting guests. The breakfast was finally more or less ready at 8:30am. That half hour delay meant a big rush on our side as we had a plane to catch. I’m afraid the breakfast side of this lovely establishment needs a complete overhaul as it really lets it down, I don’t know whether it’s a franchise but they don’t seem at all in keeping with the rest of the hotel and, at nearly £100 a night for a room, I feel that guests deserve a much better experience than the one currently offered. Judging from the other reviews here, I can see I am not the only guest to feel this. Also in the rooms themselves: for ours, there was a missing hairdryer and also as it tends to get cold at night, I would have really welcomed a working radiator (the plug in one didn’t work), although they did provide nice heavy extra blankets.

The lady on reception is simply wonderful: very friendly, kind, attentive and so helpful and welcoming. The location is pretty unbeatable with amazing 360 views on the roof terrace of both the sea and the medina. The complementary pot of mint tea to take on the roof terrace on arrival is good, while the building itself is a very large riad, but with a lift installed for ease of reaching all the floors, very useful indeed. The interior is beautiful and in the traditional riad style, the room itself was decorated to a high standard and very aesthetically pleasing, with a huge bath, very comfortable bed and toiletries. The room was cleaned to a high standard daily and we were allowed to check in early which was a godsend as we had taken an overnight flight so were absolutely exhausted on arrival. The hotel is situated in an excellent location, within the medina walls (make sure you have some dirham on you to pay one of the men with the trolleys to take you and luggage there if a first time visitor as cabs are not allowed within the medina walls), close to everything. They are not serving food aside from breakfast this time of year, but there is a restaurant also with a roof terrace, directly next door and they serve excellent food and drinks along with live music from 6pm each evening.

Stayed in December 2023

The breakfast was a disappointment. Not very tasty and the coffee was average.

Gorgeous location. The properly was beautiful. Very close to the beach, and can just sit on the rooftop and watch the sea. Close to the restaurants and shops, which made stepping out for meals and coffee very easy.

Stayed in December 2023

Little bit tired in places

Great location and fantastic views

Stayed in December 2023

No toiletries in the bathrooms

Great location, lovely roof terrace and friendly staff

Stayed in March 2023

Breakfast was super basic. Courtyard area was strangely dark and not used. Seems like it could do with a bit of TLC.

Shabby chic hotel with amazing views! Somewhere between a riad and a hotel. We requested the roof terrace room which was huge and had a bath and a view of the waves so we were lulled to sleep and woken up by the waves. Awesome! Also has a lift and so is wheelchair accessible.

Stayed in January 2023

Stayed here for new years eve, had a magical night with an 11 course meal cooked by the chef served on the terrace, staff couldn't do enough for us they were brilliant. Huge comfortable bed! Amazing location by the sea.

Stayed in January 2023

It rained and the water came in under the door, covering the floor. I needed to use my towels to stop it.

I loved the view and ambience of the room. I felt like I was in a movie and should be there writing a novel or creating a painting masterpiece. There was a wind, rain and lightening storm to watch from my room and it felt cosy and spectacular! The staff were helpful. It felt like authentic Morocco. Loved it!

Stayed in December 2022

It was all lovely.

The hotel is beautiful and has a lovely ambience. The room and bathroom were lovely. The views of the sea and sunset from the roof terrace were wonderful. The staff were friendly and very helpful at all times. The breakfast was delicious and plentiful with lots of choice. We loved the location too, it was quiet but very close to the sea and the bustling streets of the medina. We enjoyed a relaxing massage booked through the hotel too.

Stayed in November 2022

There could have been more choice for breakfast,that said there was enough to see us through until lunch .

3rd time we have stayed here and it was as nice as ever,lovely old building,staff friendly as always,quiet location with great views from the roof top terrace,big comfy bed

Stayed in November 2022

Room was very basic and dated but nonetheless got the job done which was a comfortable night in a good location.

Our room was on the top floor with a a window overlooking the ocean!

Stayed in October 2022

Fabulous spot and centrally located to everything. The staff were amazing; super friendly, helpful and accommodating. Our room was wonderful and they have a lovely terrace where you can enjoy a plentiful breakfast with an amazing view.

Stayed in June 2022

This is the hotel that has the best access at Essaouira

Stayed in June 2022

The design of the hotel and rooms make you feel the real old Moroccan lifestyle

Stayed in December 2021

Only down side was that the wifi was very weak in my room.

This was worth the price paid. The size of my room was great and the breakfast was pretty good.

Stayed in August 2021

best hotel in city

Stayed in March 2024

Great location, we have stayed here a few times now and we love it. Lovely staff, spacious rooms and great value

Stayed in March 2024

Really beautiful property with sea views and a great roof terrace. The staff, especially the receptionist were very friendly.

Stayed in December 2023

The staff were so friendly and the hotel is clean and well located.

Stayed in November 2023

We liked everything

Great location, lovely rooftop terrace, good breakfast and helpful, friendly staff

Stayed in June 2023

Amazing location. Incredible rooftop view. Very friendly staff especially the cleaners and the lovely woman at reception. We were kindly upgraded to a room with a view of the sea. Very spacious with a lovely bathroom. The wifi was difficult to connect to - like everywhere in Morocco but this shouldn’t be a priority for anyone as there is much more to look at in this country than your phone! There is so much potential for the rooftop terrace, a little TLC would make such a difference as it has stunning views. Great location so close to the sea and souks.

Stayed in May 2023

Amazing location and views from the rooftop. Clean and quiet

Stayed in February 2023

We asked for 2 separate beds and sea view room, to which receptionist were able to accommodate us and really we were blown away by it all. Even the size of the bath tub, must have been about 6ft. To put it into perspective, we were only meant to stay 2 nights then move on to another city. But we loved Essaouria and this hotel so much we cancelled the rest of our plans and stayed 4 nights in total! The roof terrace was exceptional, just a bit higher up than all the rest with fantastic views over the sea at your right on the edge of the land. Couldn’t believe our luck with the terrace next door being a restaurant with live music most nights, so got to hear beautiful music every evening on the terrace. Staff were all genuinely lovely, rooms always clean and we had everything we needed. 10/10 and definitely plan to come again, especially to this hotel!

Stayed in December 2022

very poor breakfast suite had little sun exposure and by so smelt funny

clean great view from the roof

Stayed in August 2022