I loved the staff!

Stayed in August 2025

Clean, well appointed and cosy

Stayed in July 2025

We would have liked tea/coffee making facilities in the rooms. A few trip risks around the place but appreciate this is part of the building structure. Probably not suitable for people unable to manage several flights of stairs to upper terraces.

The quirkiness and authenticity. The staff were friendly, nothing was too much trouble. All taxis were arranged by the Riad staff. Very tasty breakfasts at our convenience. The two meals we had were excellent quality. Brilliant mattresses resulting in great sleep.

Stayed in June 2025

Beautiful and quiet Riad in the center. Great breakfast. Super nice staff :-).

Stayed in June 2025

No aircon but not a problem for us in June!

Very helpful staff. Brilliant location, walkable to all the areas of interest. Lovely roof terrace with breakfast. Room very big as pictured.

Stayed in June 2025

The pillow was a little lumpy. Everything else was perfect!

Beautiful, peaceful riad in the heart of the medina. Staff were lovely and breakfast great.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing

We’d stayed at Riad L’Ayel years ago and were pleased to return under the new ownership — the charm is still very much there. Our room was clean, comfortable, and, importantly, not damp like some other riads we’ve stayed in around Essaouira. We appreciated the solid shutters that kept out the light, and the rooftop breakfast was a lovely way to start the day. The staff were kind and helpful throughout our stay. I would highly recommend.

Stayed in May 2025

Everything - great location, super clean, beautifully decorated, delicious breakfast and lovely, friendly staff.There was nothing not to like and we are so glad we booked this riad. Essaouira was also amazing. A definite trip highlight!

Stayed in April 2025

There was nothing not to like.

A wonderful riad in a fantastic location in the heart of the Medina, and only a short stroll from the beach and parking. It was a relaxing oasis with friendly staff and comfortable rooms. The breakfast was good and we also opted to have dinner one night, which was truly fantastic. So far, our best meal in Morocco!

Stayed in April 2025

Well located. Slept very well as so quiet.Staff and manager very friendly Would book again.

Stayed in March 2025

Myself and my two friends had a wonderful stay at this beautiful riad! The atmosphere was stunning, and the hospitality was exceptional. The staff were so welcoming and helpful, especially Idris and Camille, who went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. Our room was always spotless, and the breakfast was absolutely delicious - such a perfect way to start the day! We can't wait to go back!

Stayed in March 2025

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Its prime location makes it incredibly convenient for exploring the city. The breakfast each morning was a standout feature, offering a delicious spread. The atmosphere is cosy and inviting with attentive staff who genuinely care about your experience, this riad is a perfect base for your travels. Highly recommended!

Stayed in March 2025

Beautiful place, the location also perfect in the city, friendly, helpful staff and the breakfast was delicious. We had a great time there. I will definitely recommend it!

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing!

Everything....the location was fantastic; the staff were friendly and welcoming; the breakfasts were delicious; the room was clean and comfortable and the sun terrace was the perfect place to relax.

Stayed in February 2025

Room felt a bit damp and cold.

The breakfast was very good, lovely fresh fruit and OJ the staff were friendly and helpful

Stayed in February 2025

Rooms could do with a few more amenities such as fridges and waste paper bins.

We loved our stay at Riad l’Ayel. It is beautifully decorated and well located in the heart of the medina. Staff are extremely friendly and welcoming. Breakfast is excellent and is served on the rooftop terrace in the sunshine. We loved starting the day with sunrise guided meditation on the rooftop.

Stayed in February 2025

Easy to find, well located, check-in went smoothly - easy to dip in and out of the hotel when exploring the Medina. Warm welcome from our hosts who were helpful throughout our stay. They looked after our bags after checkout so we could still enjoy walking around and helped us organise our transfer to agadir airport. The room is as it looks in photos, we chose the smaller room for the value - it was perfectly comfortable for our short stay.

Stayed in February 2025

This room was very small compared with the other room in which we were in during our previous stay.

This was our second stay at this excellent property during this trip to Morocco. The only thing that was different during this stay was the room in which we stayed

Stayed in February 2025

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Convenient location in the old town but not too far from the beach. Big room with big bath. Excellent breakfasts with daily variation. Friendly welcoming staff. Filtered water supplied daily in room.

Stayed in January 2025

nothing could have been better.

we love everything from the first minute we walked in. The rooms are great, breakfast amazing, exceptional views and superb staff. We had stayed at 2 other riads previously and this one is the best of the best. Location in the medina is great and we walked easily to many places.

Stayed in January 2025

The only downside was that our room was on the ground floor, so we could hear everything happening outside, and it didn’t have a proper window.

The riad is in a great location and absolutely beautiful, with stunning Moroccan-style details and a very comfortable bed. The customer service was excellent—Camille was incredibly kind and helpful. The breakfast was delicious, and we appreciated being able to leave our luggage outside of check-in hours. Place is bright, sunny, and overall just lovely.

Stayed in January 2025

Charming riad in the heart of Essaouira's Medina - Lovely welcome, magnificent room and absolutely delicious meals, both breakfast and dinner. Thank you for everything!

Stayed in January 2025

The stairs although everywhere in Morocco there are stairs and they are worth it to get to where you want to get to!

It was comfortable, clean, welcoming, good breakfast, beautifully furnished room, lovely shower, great location. Khadija was an excellent hostess. She communicated prior to our stay and gave us a fantastic welcome.

Stayed in January 2025

The only suggestion I would make is maybe to have a softer topper on the mattress which I found a bit hard.

We loved this cute little Riad with only five rooms. We had two suites which were both very spacious and well-appointed. The lovely smell of orange blossom pervades the Riad and everywhere is very clean. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the breakfasts are amazing. We stayed four nights and had different Moroccan breads every day. The rooftop is a lovely place to relax and read. Everywhere in the Medina is within 5-10 minutes walk

Stayed in January 2025