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About this property

Located in the Medina of Essaouira, Riad Bab Essaouira is a 10-minute walk from the Marina and the beach. With a Moroccan-style décor, this riad offers free Wi-Fi access and a rooftop terrace with outdoor furniture. The studio and the rooms include a seating area and a private bathroom with a shower. Some rooms have a flat-screen TV. Guests are invited to enjoy breakfast every morning at Riad Bab Essaouira. Moroccan specialities can also be served on request. An airport shuttle service is available at an extra cost. Essaouira Airport is 17 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Situated in the real heart of Essaouira, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-free


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Masumi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had breakfast at the roof top terrace and the view was amazing, The location is in the middle of medina. The owner family who used to live there is doing everything by themself. Simo helped us many times during our stay, I can't thank you enough.
  • Marites
    Philippines Philippines
    We love the amazing hospitality of the host. He was very helpful and informative.
  • Damaris
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The atmosphere at the Riad is as if you were guests with your family. Really personal, cozy, full of good energy. they go out of their way to make you feel at home. The breakfast is made by the brother and sister who run this lovely riad. The...
  • Jana
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The riad is all about Simo. He is wonderful. It is a family-style riad and Simo becomes your host and family member and friend. If you want to be left alone to just travel, or you want a sterile hotel where you do not interact with anyone, this is...
  • Aldis
    Iceland Iceland
    Everything was excellent and Simo and his sister were very friendly and informative. The breakfast was very good. We would definately stay there again.
  • Lida
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is perfect right in the middle of Medina. Simo the property manager will do anything to make you feel like home - thank you! Amazing customer service with picking you up at arrival to Essaouira, from providing directions to anywhere...
  • Ivan
    Italy Italy
    The staff is really helpful and kind.. cuisine is good, position is super for everything
  • Barbara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Having read previous reviews Riad Bab Essaouira seemed to offer what we were looking for. We have just returned from a 4 day trip and we're not disappointed. The Riad is in a quiet location and yet only a minute from the hustle and bustle of the...
  • Michael
    Sweden Sweden
    We were very pleased with everything. Can be highly recommend.
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was right in the middle of the Mrdina, although a little hard to find. Simo, our host, was delightful and nothing was too much trouble. It is an authentic Riad.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Riad Bab Essaouira

9.8
Host review score
Riad Bab Essaouira
Excellent located riad in the heart of Essaouira's medina 2 mn walk from the big square Moulay Hassan and very close from the beach with a great sea view on the roof terrace.A very intimate place and with a wonderful and lovely staff.
Very Welcome in Bab Essaouira and be sure that we willl do our real best to have you very satisfied indeed! Looking forward having the chance meeting you soon. Yours sincerely,Olli & Simo & Said.
Riad Bab Essaouira is located in the heart of Essaouira's Medina with coffees & restaurants & shops & grocery shops just around thirty meters from the Riad.You will be amazed to discover that you are just less then 5 mn walk from the big square Moulay Hassan and very close from the beach with a totally peaceful location "right in middle of the action". Scala & spas & bars & art galeries & coffes just around.
Languages spoken: Arabic,English,French

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian

House rules

Riad Bab Essaouira takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 09:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 3 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Riad Bab Essaouira in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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