The Best Hotels in Essaouira

Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and most charming hotels in Essaouira. Bon voyage!

Hannah, Travel Blogger

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This luxurious hotel features a terrace with a heated outdoor pool with panoramic views of the Medina and the sea. It is… See more

This luxurious hotel features a terrace with a heated outdoor pool with panoramic views of the Medina and the sea. It is just 400 metres from the beach, in central Essaouira.

The Heure Bleue Palais offers spacious rooms and suites with an elegant décor. They come with flat-screen TVs and marble bathrooms, and some also feature Italian showers or balconies.

At the Bleue Palais, guests can choose from several dining options. The outdoor restaurant, Courtyard Patio, serves both international and Moroccan cuisine, and the Moroccan Restaurant serves gourmet cuisine. Light lunches can also be enjoyed on the panoramic terrace.

The hotel’s cosy bar, the English Lounge, features a piano and a fireplace. There is also a cinema room, a hammam and a massage room.

Faclities include free Wi-Fi access, room service and an on-site currency exchange.

Rooms from $297

Le Palazzo

Rated 9.3 in 637 reviews

Located in Essaouira and with Plage d'Essaouira reachable within 300 metres, Le Palazzo provides concierge services… See more

Located in Essaouira and with Plage d'Essaouira reachable within 300 metres, Le Palazzo provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property is 5.9 km from Golf de Mogador, and within 400 metres of the city centre.

At the hotel, each room is fitted with a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at Le Palazzo also offer a city view. Guest rooms include a safety deposit box.

An à la carte, continental or gluten-free breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include Arabic, English and French.

Essaouira Mogador Airport is 16 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Rooms from $180

Riad Chbanate

Rated 9.6 in 844 reviews

Set on the city wall, this beautiful riad offers a rooftop terrace overlooking the old medina of Essaouira. Its spacious… See more

Set on the city wall, this beautiful riad offers a rooftop terrace overlooking the old medina of Essaouira. Its spacious guest rooms are elegantly decorated with Moroccan design and a fireplace.

All of the air-conditioned rooms at the Riad Chbanate are also equipped with a TV and a luxurious bathroom with bathtub. They all overlook the riad’s indoor patio.

A continental breakfast is served every morning and can be enjoyed in the guest rooms. The bar and the cosy lounge rooms are ideal to relax.

The 24-hour front desk provides tour desk and car rental services. Riad Chbanate is just a few minutes’ walk from the beach and 100 metres from Place bab Marrakesh.

Rooms from $144

Located on the seafront, a 5-minute walk from Essaouira Port, this hotel is designed around a large outdoor swimming… See more

Located 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.

The air-conditioned rooms with balconies have a modern decor and are each equipped with a TV, minibar and free wired internet. Rooms have en suite bathroom facilities with a bathtub and shower.

With the thalassotherapy institute directly linked to the hotel, guests can enjoy a range of treatments. For a supplement, a hair and beauty salon is also available on site.

International and Moroccan cuisine is available in the hotel's restaurants. For afternoon tea, French and Moroccan pastries are offered in La Scala tearoom and in the evening Mogador's Club offers cocktails in a stylish environment.

Rooms from $126

Villa Quieta

Rated 9.2 in 721 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, Villa Quieta is set in Essaouira. Free private parking is available on site. There is a private… See more

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

There is a private bathroom with a bath or shower and shower in every unit, along with bath robes and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are offered.

Villa Quieta also includes an outdoor pool. The property also offers grocery delivery. 24/7 front office is available at the property.

Bike hire is available at the property and the area is popular for golfing. A number of activities is offered in the area, such as windsurfing, cycling and fishing. The nearest airport is Essaouira Mogador Airport, 13 km from Villa Quieta.

Rooms from $164

Jack's Apartments & Suites

Apartments

Rated 9.0 in 1175 reviews

Located in Essaouira on the sea front, Jack’s Apartments & Suites offers self-catering apartments . The beach is just a… See more

Located in Essaouira on the sea front, Jack’s Apartments & Suites offers self-catering apartments . The beach is just a 7-minute walk away.

All apartments feature a living area with satellite TV and a bathroom. The kitchen includes a stove, refrigerator and kitchenware.

Restaurants can be found within walking distance and free WiFi access is provided in each apartment. Public parking is possible at a location nearby.

Rooms from $114

In a central area of Essaouira, Mama Lova Hôtel, Riad, Restaurant & Spa features inner courtyard views from the terrace… See more

In a central area of Essaouira, Mama Lova Hôtel, Riad, Restaurant & Spa features inner courtyard views from the terrace. Guests staying at this riad have access to a patio. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

The units at the riad feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and bathrobes, units at the riad also provide guests with free WiFi, while certain rooms will provide you with a balcony. At the riad, each unit comes with bed linen and towels.

A selection of options including local specialities, fruits and juice is served for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests may eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch and high tea.

The riad boasts a variety of wellness options, including spa facilities, wellness packages and yoga classes. Bike hire and car hire are available at this riad and the area is popular for cycling.

Plage d'Essaouira is 500 metres from the riad, while Golf de Mogador is 5.6 km from the property. Essaouira Mogador Airport is 16 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Rooms from $324

SALUT MAROC! Luxury Boutique Hotel & Restaurant features accommodation situated 400 metres from the centre of Essaouira… See more

SALUT MAROC! Luxury Boutique Hotel & Restaurant features accommodation situated 400 metres from the centre of Essaouira and offers a terrace and a bar. The property has sea and city views, and is 500 metres from Plage d'Essaouira. The property provides services including meeting and banquet facilities and evening entertainment.

At the guest house, all units come with a wardrobe. With a private bathroom fitted with a bath and bathrobes, units at the guest house also boast free WiFi. At the guest house, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

A selection of options including local specialities, fruits and juice is available for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests are welcome to eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, cocktails and high tea.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this guest house and the area is popular for cycling.

Golf de Mogador is 5.9 km from the guest house. Essaouira Mogador Airport is 16 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Rooms from $217

Providing pool views, Maison Kasba Bonheur & Bien etre Emma & Gilles in Essaouira features accommodation, pool with a… See more

Providing pool views, Maison Kasba Bonheur & Bien etre Emma & Gilles in Essaouira features accommodation, pool with a view, a fitness centre, an open-air bath, a garden and a bar. Featuring free shuttle service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The guest house also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a wardrobe, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. At the guest house, all units are soundproof. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which serves African cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options.

You can play billiards and table tennis at the guest house, and the area is popular for cycling and walking tours. Maison Kasba Bonheur & Bien etre Emma & Gilles features a picnic area and a barbecue.

Golf de Mogador is 10 km from the accommodation. Essaouira Mogador Airport is 2 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Rooms from $206

Ryad Watier & SPA

Rated 9.8 in 586 reviews

Located in the heart of the medina in Essaouira, Ryad Watier & SPA offers a unique setting for a relaxing and lazy stay… See more

Located in the heart of the medina in Essaouira, Ryad Watier & SPA offers a unique setting for a relaxing and lazy stay.

Ryad Watier & SPA is set in a typical Moroccan house renovated to offer the greatest comfort while preserving traditional features. It offers 10 luminous and elegant rooms, each with a unique decor.

The ryad offers comfortable areas over 4 floors. The two roof terraces offer a view of the sea.

Savour typical and simple specialities in the dining room opening on the patio and the garden.

Rooms from $156

Riad EspritBleu - Adult Only

Rated 9.0 in 342 reviews

Riad EspritBleu - Adult Only offers accommodation set 200 metres from the centre of Essaouira and features barbecue… See more

Riad EspritBleu - Adult Only offers accommodation set 200 metres from the centre of Essaouira and features barbecue facilities and a shared lounge. This recently renovated riad is located 700 metres from Plage d'Essaouira and 6 km from Golf de Mogador. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

All units at the riad come with a seating area. The units include a private bathroom, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms also offer a terrace and some have pool views. At the riad, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels.

À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available. There is a coffee shop, and a grocery delivery service is also available.

Sightseeing tours are available close to the property. Guests can relax near the outdoor fireplace at the riad.

Essaouira Mogador Airport is 17 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Rooms from $231

Suite Azur Hotel

Rated 9.1 in 972 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Suite Azur Hotel is set in the centre of Essaouira, 700… See more

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Suite Azur Hotel is set in the centre of Essaouira, 700 metres from Plage d'Essaouira. A Turkish bath and a bicycle rental service are available for guests. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

The units at the hotel come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, certain units at Suite Azur Hotel also provide guests with a city view. All units feature a wardrobe.

The breakfast offers continental, American or vegetarian options.

The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the accommodation.

Golf de Mogador is 6.2 km from Suite Azur Hotel. Essaouira Mogador Airport is 17 km away.

Rooms from $174

Maison 250 - Adult Only

Rated 9.9 in 69 reviews

Ideally located in Essaouira, Maison 250 - Adult Only offers an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi throughout the… See more

Ideally located in Essaouira, Maison 250 - Adult Only offers an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. Offering a terrace, the property is located within 600 metres of Plage d'Essaouira. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All guest rooms feature a safety deposit box.

The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Maison 250 - Adult Only.

Golf de Mogador is 5.9 km from the accommodation. Essaouira Mogador Airport is 16 km from the property.

Rooms from $148

Madada Mogador

Bed & Breakfast

Rated 9.3 in 528 reviews

Overlooking the old port and the beach, Hotel Madada Mogador offers comfort and space, combined with eastern refinement… See more

Overlooking the old port and the beach, Hotel Madada Mogador offers comfort and space, combined with eastern refinement. The terrace offers panoramic views of Essaouira Bay.

Hotel Madada Mogador offers comfortable rooms individually decorated with minimalist-style furniture. Each elegant room offers modern facilities and is decorated in neutral tones.

La Table by Madada, the on-site restaurant, specialises in fish dishes with bistro-style cuisine. Savour breakfast in your room or on the terrace. The property also offers cookery classes.

The hotel is located at the entrance of the medina and low-cost parking is available on site.

Rooms from $133

Riad Emotion

Rated 9.5 in 166 reviews

Located in the medina, a 5-minute walk from Essaouira Beach, this traditional riad features a patio with a fountain and… See more

Located in the medina, a 5-minute walk from Essaouira Beach, this traditional riad features a patio with a fountain and seating area and a terrace with sun beds. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas.

Decorated with local handicrafts and carpets, each spacious room at Riad Emotion includes a seating area and a private bathroom with a shower. A hairdryer and free toiletries are provided.

Moroccan specialties are served for breakfast, which can be taken in the patio, on the terrace or in your room. A regional cuisine is proposed for lunch and dinner in the dining room.

At Riad Emotion you can sit in the lounge watching the TV in front of the fireplace or tan on the sun terrace. Essaouira Harbour is a 5-minute walk away while the Airport is 15 km from Riad Emotion.

Rooms from $159

Riad Perle D'Eau

Rated 9.2 in 589 reviews

Located in Essaouira’s medina, this seafront riad offers stylish rooms with a traditional Moroccan décor and 2 terraces… See more

Located in Essaouira’s medina, this seafront riad offers stylish rooms with a traditional Moroccan décor and 2 terraces with sea views. The hotel features a spa centre with a hammam and massage services.

With views of the sea or medina, guest rooms at Riad Perle d’Eau each offer a seating area and free Wi-Fi access. Rooms have an elegant en suite bathroom equipped with a bathrobe, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Breakfast is served each morning and can be enjoyed on one of the terraces. For other meals, the riad can prepare traditional Moroccan dishes upon request.

During their stay guests are invited to relax in the riad’s lounge, which offers a TV and internet access. Additional facilities available include free newspapers and a tour desk for excursions in the surrounding area.

Rooms from $126

Villa Beldi

Rated 9.1 in 193 reviews

Located 3 km from Essaouira in the Marrakech-Tensift-Haouz Region, Villa Beldi features a heated outdoor pool and… See more

Located 3 km from Essaouira in the Marrakech-Tensift-Haouz Region, Villa Beldi features a heated outdoor pool and terrace. The guest house has a sun terrace and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is featured and free private parking is available on site.

The rooms include a flat-screen TV. Some units feature a seating area where you can relax. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower and shower. For your comfort, you will find bath robes and free toiletries.

There is a shared lounge, babysitting service and gift shop at the property.

You can engage in various activities, such as golfing, horse riding, water sports, yoga or cooking classes. The guest house also offers bike hire and car hire. The nearest airport is Essaouira Mogador Airport, 12 km from the property.

Rooms from $214