Essaouira

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Essaouira
Essaouira
Essaouira
Essaouira
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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
Blue Boats

Kasbah

Unique features of Kasbah include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Place Moulay el Hassan or Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum while you're exploring the area.

Kasbah
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/

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Ahl Agadir

5/5(6 area reviews)

Waterfront views and seaside views are some things travelers note about Ahl Agadir. Check out Place Moulay el Hassan or Skala de la Ville while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.

Ahl Agadir
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Lotissement La Lagune

Lotissement La Lagune might not have many top sights, but Place Moulay el Hassan and Essaouira Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

Mellah

Mellah is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Essaouira area, you might plan a trip to Skala de la Ville or Place Moulay el Hassan.

Mellah
Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa
Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa
5 out of 5
Domaine Mogador Diabat, Essaouira
The price is AED 403 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
AED 403
AED 468 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (305 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, with great area surrounding, but really in need of a coat of paint. Some flooring & walls / shower need a touch up. Staff were really strong, with impressive language abilities, but the property is looking a bit older. Overall we were happy, but a bit extra would have been ..."

Reviewed on 20 November 2024

Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa
Le Medina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa MGallery
Le Medina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa MGallery
5 out of 5
Avenue Mohamed V, Essaouira
The price is AED 352 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
AED 352
AED 416 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Place Moulay el Hassan and Skala du ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (620 reviews)
Beautiful property
"Our stay was at the end of a 10 day drive around Morocco. We were so happy to arrive at this beautiful hotel for a couple of days of rest after a long journey around the country. Clean, modern, right on the beach. We couldn’t have asked for anything better. Highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 19 November 2024

Le Medina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa MGallery
Casa Lila & Spa
Casa Lila & Spa
4 out of 5
94 rue Mohamed El Qorry Bab Marrakech, Essaouira
The price is AED 234 per night from Nov 26 to Nov 27
AED 234
AED 277 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa riad in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum and Place ...
9/10 Wonderful! (53 reviews)
"I stayed at Casa Lila for a week and had a wonderful time. I loved my room. Very nice breakfast (delicious fresh orange juice). Very nice terrasses. Great location. The staff is lovely and very helpful. I visited the in-house spa and hammam twice. It's not cheap but it was wonderful. I recommend ..."

Reviewed on 28 October 2024

Casa Lila & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 patios. Popular attractions Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Weekend à Essaouira
"Nous avons passé le week-end dans ce logement d Essaouira. 10 personnes dont 6 enfants de 5 a 16 ans. Tres bien situé et très bien équipé pour les petits et les grands nous avons passé un agréable sejour. Dans l hyper centre de la Médina il suffit juste de descendre pour trouver des restaurants pour ..."

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Our little corner of paradise
Beautiful Riad in the heart of the old Medina of Essaouira
Beautiful Riad in the heart of the old Medina of Essaouira
Essaouira
Stay at this vacation home in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum and Skala ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Très grand, très propre, confortable, super accueil. Une seule chose, si vous avez beaucoup de bagages, ça peut être difficile car il faut se stationner à l’extérieur des murs et marcher à l’intérieur pour accéder au Riad."

Reviewed on 20 July 2024

Beautiful Riad in the heart of the old Medina of Essaouira
Riad Casa Blanca !!!
Riad Casa Blanca !!!
Essaouira
Stay at this vacation home in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Place Moulay el Hassan and Mohammed Ben ...
Riad Casa Blanca !!!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Essaouira

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful fish restaurants

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

One of our very favorite places to visit! We will definitely be back.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The people are very peaceful, helpful and kind. The weather and the cuisine are  Especially for a New Yorker trying to escape winter! It’s also a beautiful destination that isn’t overrun by tourists in bikinis and flip flops 朗

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Essaouira is my favorite city anywhere in the world. Anytime I visit Morocco I come here, and have made true friends. Just walking through the old town many of the shop owners and local merchants remember me and spot me before I spot them. Amazing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Essaouira was our favorite city that we visited in Morocco - a charming little beach town with a chill, relaxed vibe and so much character! Beautiful medina with intriguing corridors and stunning views of the ocean. Can’t wait to go back!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Essaouira is one of our favorite places and have been visiting for a long time. Lovely city to relax and enjoy the beach.