59 Ruè Chbanate, 44000 Essaouira, Morocco
#42 of 122 hotels in Essaouira
Guests' ChoiceBased on 38 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Free Wifi
10.0
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Reviewed: August 15, 2025
Matt
SpainThis riad is more like a residence than a hotel, and the staff are not always available. The room faced the street outside the old town, which is very noisy. The rooms don't have air conditioning, but they maintain a nice temperature in August with the windows open...but it's hard to sleep given the noise.
Pretty riad on the edge of the old town. It's a nice mix of traditional and modern. The bedroom was big - had both a bed and a couch. Excellent breakfast included.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: June 7, 2025
Dan
United KingdomExcellent and friendly staff
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 24, 2025
Tom
New ZealandThat we couldn't stay longer, would definitely come back
Both accommodation and host , Amina, beautiful and welcoming
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 29, 2025
Melissa
IrelandAmina and her family are wonderful hosts! Great location, really tasty breakfast, comfortable.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: January 5, 2025
Liam
IrelandAll good
Great location
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 31, 2024
Marc
FranceExpensive
Small building nicely decorated. We had the best room with a little terrace
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: October 4, 2024
Elaine
United KingdomNothing not to like, we had a wonderful week
Loved everything about this beautiful property. We stayed in the rousse room, so relaxing, exactly what we needed, and Amina looked after us with lovely breakfasts and always a smile. We really enjoyed searching for the recommended restaurants and bars and trying them out while we were there.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 20, 2024
Courtney
United KingdomVery cam atmosphere, lovely breakfast and easy to get to
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 3, 2024
Katerina
TaiwanNothing one problem is my short vacation, want to stay forever
I'm in love with this house! I've been to different riads in different cities, but this one is the best! Design: the house resembles a sea shell, the inside is decorated with local tadelakt. Every corner of the house is a Pinterest-ready photo. Facilities: there is always hot water, fresh towels and sheets, a bottle of water. Don’t worry that there is no air conditioning in the house, it is not needed here even in summer, fresh air from the ocean keeps you cool. + not noisy like in other riads, and the sounds of the street are not disturbing at all (you can only hear them when you open the window) Breakfast: The best omelette in the country and a combination of fresh fruit, bread and coffee will keep you hungry all day location: very convenient location on the side of the medina (for those just exploring Morocco, this is the old town), but effect that you are not in a tourist place, but in a real medieval city! the streets are quiet and safe, there is a bakery and lies nearby Staff: Amina - goddess, queen, my love! best breakfasts, always smiling, always helping to solve a problem (she even helped me find a doctor) I felt at home with her! she is the best woman in the world, I would like her to adopt me hahaha (just kidding) I want to thank everyone who helps make my vacation better! Françoise carefully sent information in advance with pictures and photos so that I wouldn’t get lost in the city and find the best food, views and bars! Always in touch and ready to help! This is the first time in Morocco when I received so much love, it helped me a lot 💕
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Rodrigo
BrazilWell located, very clean and with an amazing staff that represents the best of Moroccan people! Amina prepares a delicious homemade breakfast and is always there to help, incredible service!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: January 14, 2024
Anne
United StatesThe room was rather dark - would have liked higher wattage light bulbs.
My room was magnificent. Breakfast was very good. Amira, the host, was thoughtful and kind. The street is right at the edge of the medina, so there weren't a lot of vendors in your face. And there were weavers!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 27, 2023
Christopher
United KingdomThe Breakfast was the best i had during my time in Morocco and the staff are very nice and helpful.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 3, 2023
Shaun
FranceThe Riad is very somber with not so much light. There’s not much the owners could do to change that, but in a city full of light, it was a shame to be in a somber Riad.
Amina is a pearl! She absolutely makes this Riad. The Riad is clean, but a little tired in the bathroom we were in. The terrace is good, but again could do with an update a removing tired sunbeds. A mistake was very, very quickly corrected. Don’t hesitate to contact the owner, who is very responsive.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: July 4, 2023
Sebastian
GermanyDoes not have A/C
Very nice interesting building. Looks horrible from the outside but beautifully designed interior. Hostess Amina ist super friendly
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: June 29, 2023
Ekaterina
SwitzerlandThere is no air conditioning and a lot of noise and some pollution from the street when the window is open at night, so you need to chose between the silence and cooler air.
Beautiful Riad, very cozy and well decorated, Amina is nice, attentive and organized.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 28, 2023
Khalid
United Kingdomnothing
the location is fantastic. in the marina and close to everything . the service is brilliant Amina is one the nicest people I ever met she will do anything to make your stay comfortable. the property is nice and quirky and you feel like your staying with your favourite members of your family. I love it personally. many thanks to Francoise the owner for all her help and a special thank you to Amina for a good job keep up the good work Guys. 🙂🇲🇦
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: May 26, 2023
Julia
United Kingdomwould’ve been nice to have a larger mirror in the room - only one available was over the sink in the bathroom otherwise outside the room. but that’s just being picky.
Beautiful place and great location - very easy & quick to get anywhere. Most comfortable bed I’ve had during my trip to Morocco. But the real star here is Amina, who is just fabulous!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: March 13, 2023
Michael
United KingdomPersonally I found the bed a bit hard but this was common to all stays in Morocco.
The staff member at the Riad was absolutely amazing. She did everything and always with a smile. The proprietor was available over WhatsApp and was extremely helpful in making recommendations and bookings.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 3, 2023
Gabor
HungarySuperb location, welcoming atmosphere, nice breakfast. Amina, who is taking care of the space is very charming and supportive.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: January 11, 2023
Sebastian
ItalyMix of modern design and traditional elements..
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: December 13, 2022
Alexander
GermanyA true gem in the middle of the medina. The riad dar les sirens deserves an impressive 5 stars with its beautiful decor and surprising quiet atmosphere. It is a women’s led riad and empowers the local girls to have a good job. For that matter I think it’s very safe for solo female traveler’s passing by Essaouira too. As for the quality of beds The mattresses have a topper, and are the most comfortable we have slept in on our Morocco road trip. My husband and I enjoyed the Breakfast every morning too, it was top! However, beyond anything else we must emphasise specifically the manager of this place, who provided us a very special hosting! Amila, who is sure to greet you with a great smile every morning, will fulfil every wish you have. Her and her kids made this riad feel like home. We loved it so much that upon our first night we cancelled a different riad we had booked after this one, in order to stay longer. Amilas cooking is also excellent, so be sure to ask her for cooking classes if you are interested and enjoy her food as she offers this too! When I told her that I loved a nice fire place she made sure to gift me every morning a breakfast by the fire. This alone was for me so special. Book this place with confidence, you will recharge in this quiet place in the middle of the medina.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: December 5, 2022
Mariana
SpainAmazing stay at this Riad! The staff was super nice! I would recommend it 100%.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: November 30, 2022
Stuart
United Kingdomnothing
Great location on a quite street, the house is very well presented, clean and the decor is fabulous, but maybe the best thing was two ladies working there they were so friendly they made us feel very welcome.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: November 3, 2022
Coraline
AustraliaNothing we had a great time
Great riad in the Medina of Essaouira.Nice room, super clean and cosy. Amazing communication with the host and felt very welcome by Amina. We loved our stay and highly recommend to book this place.
Stayed in October 2022
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