Medina

Essaouira

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Riad Sidi Magdoul

Riad Sidi Magdoul

2 out of 5
21 Rue Sidi Abdesmih, Essaouira
The price is ¥4,491 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
¥4,491
¥5,986 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf guesthouse in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Place du Marché aux Grains ...
8/10 Very Good! (130 reviews)
"It was perfect! The riad was in a perfect location, it was in the centre of the medina with everything so close by. The room was clean and had all the amenities needed. The breakfast was great and the staff were responsive - Rita was brill! The riad itself was gorgeous, with a lovely rooftop and ..."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Riad Sidi Magdoul
Hotel Riad Dar El Qdima

Hotel Riad Dar El Qdima

3.5 out of 5
4 Rue Malek Ben Morahhal, Essaouira, Marrakech-Safi
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Place du Marché aux Grains and Souk ...
7.4/10 Good! (26 reviews)
"I recently had the pleasure of staying at Dar El Q’dima, and it truly exceeded all expectations. Nestled in the vibrant Medina of Essaouira, this stunning riad offers an authentic yet luxurious Moroccan experience. From the moment I arrived, I was captivated by the charm and beauty of the riad. The ..."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Hotel Riad Dar El Qdima
STE PERLE D'EAU

STE PERLE D'EAU

4 out of 5
64, rue du Koweït, Essaouira
The price is ¥18,278 per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
¥18,278
¥20,820 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (188 reviews)
"In Medina"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

STE PERLE D'EAU
Casa Lila & Spa

Casa Lila & Spa

4 out of 5
94 rue Mohamed El Qorry Bab Marrakech, Essaouira
The price is ¥10,879 per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
¥10,879
¥12,838 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa riad in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Souk Jdid and Bab Marrakech Tower ...
9/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
"I am nearly 70 years old, I find it hard to say it out loud, I have been travelling for 50 years, I have visited maybe 80 different countries and stayed in hundreds of hotels. This is , quite simply, one of the best of them all. Can I try to explain why ? On arrival it is so unassuming; a small entrance ..."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Casa Lila & Spa
Riad Mimouna

Riad Mimouna

4 out of 5
62, Rue D'Oujda, Essaouira
The price is ¥18,060 per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
¥18,060
¥20,609 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (251 reviews)
"Excellent Riad, clean and close to restaurants and shopping. Staff were helpful and very pleasant. Beautiful rooftop views"

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025

Riad Mimouna
Dar Nafoura Mogador

Dar Nafoura Mogador

3 out of 5
30 Rue Ibn Khaldoun, Essaouira
The price is ¥9,268 per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
¥9,268
¥10,927 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach riad in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 20 restaurants. Popular attractions Souk Jdid and Place du Marché aux Grains ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (69 reviews)
Very good place to stay
"Great riad with excellent service. The staff were very kind and helpful, which made my stay very pleasant. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Dar Nafoura Mogador
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Other neighborhoods around Medina

There are no tips for visitors or photographers. Every street has at least one good shot or a sweet treat in.

Mellah

Travelers like the historic sites in Mellah, and Fish Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mellah
Learn to cook Moroccan style at L'Atelier Madada cookery school, attached to an Essaouira restaurant. You'll learn to make Moroccan mint tea and cook two courses – first person to book gets to choose the menu but it might be a tagine, couscous or pastilla – then get to eat it all.

Classes run from 10.30am–3pm and cost 500 MAD.

Read more at: http://www.ontheluce.com/2014/04/10/moroccan-cookery-class-at-latelier-madada-essaouira/

#Morocco #Essaouira #cookery

Ahl Agadir

5/5(6 area reviews)

Unique features of Ahl Agadir include the waterfront views and seaside views. Make a stop by Dar Souiri or Bab Sba while you're exploring the area.

Ahl Agadir
People watching on the Ramparts in Essaouira.  #Golden #trover #chill #morocco #perspectives

Bani Antar

While Bani Antar isn't home to many top sights, Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bani Antar
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Chbanat

While Chbanat might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan.

Chbanat
Blue Boats

Kasbah

Unique features of Kasbah include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Place Moulay el Hassan or Le Real Mogador while you're exploring the area.

Kasbah
Port

Essaouira Coast

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Essaouira Coast is popular for its beaches, and you can check out Essaouira Beach, a top attraction in the neighborhood.

Essaouira Coast


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