Essaouira Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Essaouira

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Essaouira Coast

Visitors highly recommend Essaouira Coast for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Essaouira Beach while you're in town.

Essaouira Coast
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Medina

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

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

Medina
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Ahl Agadir

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
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Quartier des Dunes

While there might not be top attractions in Quartier des Dunes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Essaouira Beach and Skala du Port.

Quartier des Dunes
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Kasbah

Unique features of Kasbah include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Place Moulay el Hassan or Le Real Mogador while you're exploring the area.

Kasbah
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Chbanat

While Chbanat isn't home to many top sights, Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan are some notable places to visit nearby.

Chbanat
Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort

Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort

5 out of 5
Boulevard Mohamed V, Essaouira
The price is AU$212 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$212
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (798 reviews)
"Waterfront hotel with sea view, including from breakfast patio. Private section on the beach has towels, chairs. Nice pool but very windy. Very confusing layout of room numbers. Got lost twice because odd numbered and even numbered rooms are in different wings, but directions on signs are ranges. ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort
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 AU$254 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$254
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bab Marrakech Tower and Bab Sba are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (647 reviews)
"Pool cleanliness"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery Collection
RIAD AMANA

RIAD AMANA

3 out of 5
Rue Khader Ghailane, 14, Essaouira, Marrakech-Safi
The price is AU$137 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$137
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Fish Market and Place du Marché aux ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
"Beautiful riad in a great location"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

RIAD AMANA
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Our little corner of paradise

Our little corner of paradise

Essaouira
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Essaouira. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Le Real Mogador ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Family holiday great stay
"Nice spacious house perfect for a large family. Beach and Medinah at a close walking distance."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Our little corner of paradise
Maison Traditionnelle

Maison Traditionnelle

2 out of 5
ESSAOUIRA, Essaouira, ESSAOUIRA
Stay at this villa in Essaouira. Enjoy free valet parking, a garden, and concierge services. Popular attractions Place du Marché aux Grains and Souk Jdid are ...
"Arrived at the town and either this property doesn't exist or the directions are horribly inaccurate. Phone number didn’t work and they didn't respond to and messages I sent. Do not attempt to book this property"

Reviewed on 31 Dec. 2024

Maison Traditionnelle
DAR DO bright Berber house with pool and garden

DAR DO bright Berber house with pool and garden

essaouira
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Essaouira Mogador Golf Course ...
10/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
Lovely winter break
"We all really enjoyed our winter break in Dar Do. The property had a traditional Moroccan feel, inc the decor, rooms off the courtyard and plenty of space if you wanted to have some alone time. Said was perfect and was immediately available if we needed anything. We'd also recommend his wife's tagine, ..."

Reviewed on 15 Mar. 2025

DAR DO bright Berber house with pool and garden
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Popular places to visit

Skala du Port

Skala du Port

Learn about the local history of Essaouira when you take a trip to Skala du Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Skala du Port

Essaouira Mogador Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Essaouira at Essaouira Mogador Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Essaouira Mogador Golf Course

Place Moulay el Hassan

Learn about the local history of Essaouira when you take a trip to Place Moulay el Hassan. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Place Moulay el Hassan

Skala de la Ville

You can learn about the history of Essaouira with a trip to Skala de la Ville. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Skala de la Ville

Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum during your trip to Essaouira. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum

Le Real Mogador

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Le Real Mogador in Essaouira. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy area.

Le Real Mogador

Activities

Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech

Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech

AU$66
per adult
Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech
Essaouira Port

Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech

AU$27
per adult
Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech
Magical Horseback Rides in Essaouira

Essaouira Beach Horse Rides &Treks for All Levels

AU$36
per adult
Essaouira Beach Horse Rides &Treks for All Levels
Horseback riding at sunset

Horseback riding at sunset (2 hours)

AU$54
per adult
Horseback riding at sunset (2 hours)
Sunset on Essaouira's beach

Horse riding at sunset for 2 hours

AU$72
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Horse riding at sunset for 2 hours
2 Hours Horse Riding Essaouira Beach

Horse Riding Essaouira Beach, Horseback Riding

AU$36
per adult
Horse Riding Essaouira Beach, Horseback Riding
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