Reviews of Riad Chbanate
179, Chbanate, 44000 Essaouira, Morocco
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Reviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat location, beautifully decorated road, with extremely friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast was delicious. We would definitely come back again.
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Reviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewI really enjoyed my stay at Riad Chbanate it was such a wonderful experience with lovely staff and beautiful rooms. The tea was delicious and very comforting place to stay
I loved every part of it
Reviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWe really can’t fault this beautiful riad. Everything was perfect from start to finish. The staff are exceptional and took great care of us throughout our stay. From complimentary coffee and water in the spotlessly clean room, to the fresh breakfast (the best we’ve ever had in any hotel). It was a tranquil haven in a buzzing medina. We have no doubt we will be back!
Reviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewUnlike most travellers who are making stops for a couple of nights, we stayed over a week. In other words, there was plenty of time for a mishap. There simply never was one. We were so comfortable and the family who run it were simply delightful. Nothing was too much trouble. Located just inside the Medina it is perfectly located for heading in or out of it.
Nothing, it was outstanding.
Reviewed: 26 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewAmazing facilities and staff. Samira went out of her way to help me with rides, prices in the souk and general information.yousef was lovely as well:)
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Reviewed: 18 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewAwesome place, beautiful and relaxing, with extremely kind people.
Reviewed: 14 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 30 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewLove the sun roof! Beautiful big romantic rooms! Awesome breakfast!
Noisy on the street side. Alleyway is a bit sketchy.
Reviewed: 24 June 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewExtra efforts by staff
All was fine
Reviewed: 20 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewLovely staff and food
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Reviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewWe had a fantastic stay at Riad Chbanate in Essaouira! The place is chic, cozy, and full of charm, with beautiful design and a relaxed atmosphere. Wonderful view from the rooftop launch area! What truly made it special was the staff — everyone was so kind and welcoming, especially Samira, who went above and beyond to make us feel at home. Nothing was ever too much for them! They gave us amazing restaurant recommendations and helpful tips for exploring the city. You can really feel they care about your experience. We left feeling like part of the family. Can’t wait to come back!
Reviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewA beautifully designed, perfectly located property. We can’t recommend this place enough. It’s stunning attention to detail makes your stay all the more amazing. Rose petals in the bath? Staff that going above and beyond? Genuinely this is a find in the centre of the city.
We had to leave…..
Reviewed: 6 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewExtremely friendly and helpful staff Very comfortable room with enormous bath Fabulous breakfasts and evening meals Drinks and snacks readily available
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Reviewed: 1 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewEverything ! The staff was incredible View was insane Location was perfect
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Reviewed: 29 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewIt is a lovely Riad, beautifully restored with lots of character. Each of the rooms are individually decorated with antique furniture. The staff were very friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble.
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Reviewed: 28 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewLovely staff, gorgeous baths and fire places in rooms. Breakfast was great. Really good location for being dropped off outside city walls.
Little bit of noise between rooms. A little windy up on the terrace but then it is the windy city!
Reviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewLovely friendly staff