Reviews of Dar Loulema
2 Rue Souss, Kasbah, 44000 Essaouira, Morocco

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Reviewed: 9 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe staff and the reception were amazing, I felt like I’m home
Everything was perfect
Reviewed: 15 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe riad was right in the center, yet very quiet. Unlike most riads, which are usually small, this one was quite spacious — and you can really feel the difference. The concept and design of the riad are beautiful. The room we stayed in was large and very cool. The terrace is amazing, and you can even enjoy an ocean view from there. The staff were always friendly and ready to help. We truly loved our stay! ♥️
Reviewed: 19 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewSuper well located, riad decorated with taste. Super clean and a very comfy bed with soft sheets. Beautiful location but our favorite part was the magnificent view of the terrace.
A bit difficult to find the Riad at first, not very well indicated. A bit noisy at night but nothing really bothering.
Reviewed: 10 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewVery good. The ladies were very helpful
One of the rooms was small
Reviewed: 4 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful place, confortable, great rooftop and view. wonderful helpful staff. Nice simple breakfast.
It was noisy from the bar Taros every night until about 2-3am. You could feel the music and banging on the walls from the bar. Unfortunately this meant we did not sleep very well, and also during the day it was difficult to nap as there was also noise from cleaning and staff. If you like you sleep consider ear plugs as it was very restless during our 5 day stay. We considered moving as it was difficult to sleep at night and even try catch up in rest during the day. It was a nice place and good value, just maybe not for everyone.
Reviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful courtyard full of trees, well appointed rooms, and delicious breakfast on the rooftop patio! We stayed in the nautical corner suite with views out to the sea. Staff is very welcoming and helpful with all of our travel needs. We enjoyed it so much we stayed an additional night. Thank you Dar Loulema!
Nothing.
Reviewed: 29 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewLovely staff and beautiful interior and views of the ocean :)
Reviewed: 22 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe staff were very friendly and hospitable, and the building/room was very beautiful
Insanely loud house music playing next door until 1AM. Couldn’t sleep
Reviewed: 2 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewStaying at this riad was truly a unique experience. The stunning architecture, reminiscent of an old yacht, added a special charm. Our suite was spacious and beautifully decorated, with a balcony offering breathtaking ocean views - an absolute highlight. Breakfast was excellent and the staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, ensuring a pleasant stay.
The strong smell in the street leading to the hotel was unpleasant, and the early morning prayers, projected straight into the riad, were quite disruptive. While music in the evenings from the nearby bar was noticeable, it was less intrusive in comparison.
Reviewed: 2 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful riad with plants in the courtyard. Spacious room and bathroom. We enjoyed the breakfast on the rooftop and the great location! Would go again!
Finding the riad was not straightforward as we had to go through a badly light passage under the houses of the medina which unfortunately smelled so bad we held our breaths. Once inside the riad, it was a completely different world: bright, beautiful, clean!
Reviewed: 22 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewExcellent location in the heart of the Medina. Very beautiful riad with great interior design. Good breakfast and helpful, polite stuff.
It is true that you can hear the music from the bar next door but this did not prevent me for having one of the most restful nights of my trip. Highly recommended.
Reviewed: 19 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe riad if full of plants and the interior is neat and simple. Really generous breakfast with wonderful setting at the terrace where you can view the sea.
There's a bar right next to the riad, where some may find the music annoying at night. The insulation of the riad is fairly poor and therefore the music could be just loud.
Reviewed: 14 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewVery good location, no parking next to Riad, paid parking quite close. Nice view from rooftop to sunset.
Hard bed and strange smell of dampness in the room.
Reviewed: 7 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful Riad with charming courtyard and roof top. Nice rooms, very comfortable beds. Very nice stuff ( Karima) that greats you with big smile and laughter.
Taros club next door and loud annoying music en bad singing. Lucky us it was only until midnight, so we did have a good night sleep.
Reviewed: 16 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewWe had an amazing time. The location is exceptional, right in the city centre and we had a beautiful room with a stunning view. Also the staff is lovely and super helpful. We will be coming back!
Reviewed: 11 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewWe had a great stay and will recommend it to our friends
The music from the neighbours every evening. That was really disturbing.
Reviewed: 10 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe atmosphere was incredible - calming and light - and the staff were super friendly. We had to leave early on our last morning but we were still given a breakfast of hot coffee and pancakes. Thanks for a lovely stay!
It was a little hard to find so perhaps a more obvious sign would help.
Reviewed: 8 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewWe had The Suite with two Internal floors and a huge, private balkon overlooking the Ocean. First class!
A fridge inside the room is missing.
Reviewed: 2 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewPerfect location, close to everything in the old medina and the suite has an amazing sea view ! We also loved the theme of the suite "sailing boat"
Reviewed: 30 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThe location near the port and in the Medina was great! Loved the rooftop terrace at sunset. Staff was extremely helpful.
Unfortunately, there is a bar right next store that plays loud music until 2 a.m.
Reviewed: 17 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewBeautifully decorated, very tasty breakfast, nice terrazza with ocean view,nice personel
There is a disco/concert venue next door and music is loud till midnight
Reviewed: 3 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewnothing. horrible, cold, dirty, difficult to find, never come back
nothing that i like.
Reviewed: 2 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewThe breakfast is delicious, the Morrocan crep was my favorite. The view from the rooftop is absolutely stunning. The manager is a hero. He will ensure you have the best time in and out of the riad.
The piss stench right before the Riads entrance is awful. Unfortunately, there was hair in our bed. The bathroom drain was clogged- but that was fixed the next day. Also, super loud live music and techno in some bar near by until 12 or 1 AM
Reviewed: 27 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewLovely Riad in great location with very friendly and helpful staff. Was made to feel very welcome. Spacious rooms and nice seating areas.
Bar nearby played loud music but it usually stopped before midnight. Still able to have a very good night's sleep as the medina is quiet.
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