Essaouira

Travel Guide

Essaouira castle and port on the Atlantic coast in Morocco, North Africa at night; Shutterstock ID 1118197085; Purchase Order: -
Essaouira castle and port on the Atlantic coast in Morocco, North Africa at night; Shutterstock ID 1118197085; Purchase Order: -
Essaouira, old Portuguese city in Morocco
The medieval city of Essaouira in Morocco
Young Caucasian woman looking at  scenic view from roof in Essaouria

Where to stay in Essaouira

Watching sunset.

Medina

4.5/5(46 area reviews)

Medina is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Skala de la Ville and Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum.

Medina
Port

Essaouira Coast

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Essaouira Coast is popular for its beaches, and you can check out Essaouira Beach, a top attraction in the neighborhood.

Essaouira Coast
Vue panoramique sur la ville d'Agadir depuis la Kasbah

Ahl Agadir

5/5(6 area reviews)

Unique features of Ahl Agadir include the waterfront views and seaside views. Make a stop by Dar Souiri or Bab Sba while you're exploring the area.

Ahl Agadir
Marrakesh, Essaouira, Fez, Meknes

Kasbah

Unique features of Kasbah include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Place Moulay el Hassan or Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum while you're exploring the area.

Kasbah
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Quartier des Dunes

When in Quartier des Dunes, you can plan a visit to Essaouira Beach and Skala du Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Quartier des Dunes
Landscape with colorful street cafe on quay of fishing port at Essaouira. Morocco, North Africa

Chbanat

While Chbanat might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan.

Chbanat
Le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea  & Spa - MGallery Collection

Le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery Collection

5 out of 5
Avenue Mohamed V Essaouira
The price is AED 393 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
AED 393
AED 464 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Bab Marrakech Tower ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (670 reviews)
Friendly staff Comfortable beds

Reviewed on 4 February 2026

Le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery Collection
Riad  Emotion

Riad Emotion

3 out of 5
18 Rue Malek Ben El Morahal Essaouira
The price is AED 552 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
AED 552
AED 632 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly riad in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Place ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Excellent small Riad which is in a great central Location. The Riad is clean, very peaceful and the staff are friendly and welcoming. Each morning guest are treated to the most delicious home cooked breakfast which is served in a beautiful location: a true highlight of the riad that sets you up for ...

Reviewed on 10 January 2026

Riad Emotion
Océan Vagabond

Océan Vagabond

4 out of 5
4 Boulevard Lalla Aichaangle Essaouira
The price is AED 334 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
AED 334
AED 384 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Bab Marrakech ...
7.8/10 Good! (100 reviews)
Close to the beach and the market

Reviewed on 27 October 2025

Océan Vagabond
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cruiser Mogador Hospitality

Cruiser Mogador Hospitality

4.5 out of 5
Rt Sidi Magdoul Essaouira Marrakesh-Safi
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Bordj el Berod ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Breakfast was nice table service. Notuch choice of hot food but still good.

Reviewed on 22 December 2025

Cruiser Mogador Hospitality
DAR ELWAN. BERBER HOUSE WITH POOL, TREE GARDEN, HAMMAM.

DAR ELWAN. BERBER HOUSE WITH POOL, TREE GARDEN, HAMMAM.

ESSAOUIRA Marrakech-Safi
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Essaouira. Enjoy private pools, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
Amazing stay!
Wonderful stay, Patrick was always there to give advice before we arrived. The villa was beautiful rural but an oasis behind the gates. Said was on hand all the time for anything we needed, exceptional host. Plenty of space for all 10 of us, the tortoises were a joy Without hesitation i would ...

Reviewed on 3 September 2024

DAR ELWAN. BERBER HOUSE WITH POOL, TREE GARDEN, HAMMAM.
Résidence Louzani

Résidence Louzani

3 out of 5
5 rue Shariff El Idrissi Essaouira
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Bab Marrakech ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (9 reviews)
Huge apartment- friendly staff, very efficient check-in and a parking space directly outside. Great location 10 minutes walk from the medina and harbour.

Reviewed on 11 January 2026

Résidence Louzani
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Essaouira

4.8
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful fish restaurants

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

One of our very favorite places to visit! We will definitely be back.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The people are very peaceful, helpful and kind. The weather and the cuisine are  Especially for a New Yorker trying to escape winter! It’s also a beautiful destination that isn’t overrun by tourists in bikinis and flip flops 朗

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Essaouira is my favorite city anywhere in the world. Anytime I visit Morocco I come here, and have made true friends. Just walking through the old town many of the shop owners and local merchants remember me and spot me before I spot them. Amazing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Essaouira was our favorite city that we visited in Morocco - a charming little beach town with a chill, relaxed vibe and so much character! Beautiful medina with intriguing corridors and stunning views of the ocean. Can’t wait to go back!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Essaouira is one of our favorite places and have been visiting for a long time. Lovely city to relax and enjoy the beach.