Essaouira

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Essaouira
Essaouira
Essaouira
Essaouira
Essaouira

Where to stay in Essaouira

The Port of Essaouira is not only home to many fishing boats and vessels, it is a popular tourist attraction and has a significant and interesting history attached to it. Fishing is done for local distribution and plays a significant role in the atmosphere and lure to the port. The Essaouira port is not used for commercial traffic and this has enabled it to retain its authenticity and breathtaking charm.

Medina

4.5/5(46 area reviews)

Medina is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Skala de la Ville and Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum.

Medina
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
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
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Quartier des Dunes

When in Quartier des Dunes, you can plan a visit to Essaouira Beach and Skala du Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Quartier des Dunes
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
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
Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort

Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort

5 out of 5
Boulevard Mohamed V, Essaouira
The price is ￥17,053 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
￥17,053
￥20,232 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (798 reviews)
"Waterfront hotel with sea view, including from breakfast patio. Private section on the beach has towels, chairs. Nice pool but very windy. Very confusing layout of room numbers. Got lost twice because odd numbered and even numbered rooms are in different wings, but directions on signs are ranges. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort
Le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery Collection

Le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery Collection

5 out of 5
Avenue Mohamed V, Essaouira
The price is ￥21,153 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
￥21,153
￥24,544 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bab Marrakech Tower and Bab Sba are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (647 reviews)
"Pool cleanliness"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery Collection
RIAD AMANA

RIAD AMANA

3 out of 5
Rue Khader Ghailane, 14, Essaouira, Marrakech-Safi
The price is ￥11,196 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
￥11,196
￥13,432 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Fish Market and Place du Marché aux ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
"Beautiful riad in a great location"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

RIAD AMANA
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Our little corner of paradise

Our little corner of paradise

Essaouira
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Essaouira. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Le Real Mogador ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Family holiday great stay
"Nice spacious house perfect for a large family. Beach and Medinah at a close walking distance."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

Our little corner of paradise
Maison Traditionnelle

Maison Traditionnelle

2 out of 5
ESSAOUIRA, Essaouira, ESSAOUIRA
Stay at this villa in Essaouira. Enjoy free valet parking, a garden, and concierge services. Popular attractions Place du Marché aux Grains and Souk Jdid are ...
"Arrived at the town and either this property doesn't exist or the directions are horribly inaccurate. Phone number didn’t work and they didn't respond to and messages I sent. Do not attempt to book this property"

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2024

Maison Traditionnelle
DAR DO bright Berber house with pool and garden

DAR DO bright Berber house with pool and garden

essaouira
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Essaouira Mogador Golf Course ...
10/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
Lovely winter break
"We all really enjoyed our winter break in Dar Do. The property had a traditional Moroccan feel, inc the decor, rooms off the courtyard and plenty of space if you wanted to have some alone time. Said was perfect and was immediately available if we needed anything. We'd also recommend his wife's tagine, ..."

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2025

DAR DO bright Berber house with pool and garden
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Popular places to visit

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Skala du Port

Learn about the local history of Essaouira with a stop at Skala du Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Skala du Port

Essaouira Mogador Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Essaouira at Essaouira Mogador Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Essaouira Mogador Golf Course

Place Moulay el Hassan

Learn about the local history of Essaouira when you take a trip to Place Moulay el Hassan. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Place Moulay el Hassan

Skala de la Ville

You can learn about the history of Essaouira with a visit to Skala de la Ville. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Skala de la Ville

Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum during your travels in Essaouira. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum

Le Real Mogador

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Le Real Mogador during your travels in Essaouira. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy area.

Le Real Mogador

Things to do

Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech

Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech

￥6,416
per adult
Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech
From Essaouira: 1-Hour Horse Ride

From Essaouira: 1-Hour Horse Ride

￥5,722
per adult
From Essaouira: 1-Hour Horse Ride
Essaouira Port

Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech

￥2,601
per adult
Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech
Magical Horseback Rides in Essaouira

Essaouira Beach Horse Rides &Treks for All Levels

￥3,468
per adult
Essaouira Beach Horse Rides &Treks for All Levels
Horseback riding at sunset

Horseback riding at sunset (2 hours)

￥5,202
per adult
Horseback riding at sunset (2 hours)
Sunset on Essaouira's beach

Horse riding at sunset for 2 hours

￥6,936
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Horse riding at sunset for 2 hours
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