Best Beach Hotels in Essaouira
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Guest favorite
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Beach access
Hostel La Smala
- Restaurant
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Dar Sultan Palace is located 3.4 km from the comfortable hostel and Sqala of the port is a mere 7 minutes' walk away.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach, which is about 1 km away.
Hostel La Smala
- Restaurant
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Hostel La Smala
Dar Sultan Palace is located 3.4 km from the comfortable hostel and Sqala of the port is a mere 7 minutes' walk away.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach, which is about 1 km away.
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Beach access
Riad Mimouna
- In-room breakfast
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
The riad stands in Old Medina with imposing 18th-century gates, including Bab Doukkala, and walkable ramparts with ocean views, just 1.9 km from the religious sites like Simon Attias Synagogue. Medina of Essaouira, which is a short way from the Riad Mimouna, is one of nearby attractions.
Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach also lies 18 minutes' walk away.
The hotel features a variety of activities such as windsurfing, horseback riding, and cycling.
Riad Mimouna
- In-room breakfast
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
Riad Mimouna
The riad stands in Old Medina with imposing 18th-century gates, including Bab Doukkala, and walkable ramparts with ocean views, just 1.9 km from the religious sites like Simon Attias Synagogue. Medina of Essaouira, which is a short way from the Riad Mimouna, is one of nearby attractions.
Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach also lies 18 minutes' walk away.
The hotel features a variety of activities such as windsurfing, horseback riding, and cycling.
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Beach access
Riad Zawia
- Shuttle service
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Turkish bath
- Sun terrace
This Essaouira hotel enjoys a beachfront location in Old Medina with imposing 18th-century gates, including Bab Doukkala, and walkable ramparts with ocean views, fairly close to Bab Doukkala. Attractions, merely 0.8 km from the Riad Zawia Essaouira, include Place marche aux grains.
Palma Quad lies approximately 15 minutes' drive away.
Riad Zawia
- Shuttle service
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Turkish bath
- Sun terrace
Riad Zawia
This Essaouira hotel enjoys a beachfront location in Old Medina with imposing 18th-century gates, including Bab Doukkala, and walkable ramparts with ocean views, fairly close to Bab Doukkala. Attractions, merely 0.8 km from the Riad Zawia Essaouira, include Place marche aux grains.
Palma Quad lies approximately 15 minutes' drive away.
Essaouira Hotels on the Beach with Balcony
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Beach access
Villa Quieta
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Plunge pool
This hotel is located within 300 metres of Plage Tagharte, while Sqala of the port is 1.8 km away. The bustling fishing Port of Essaouira lies a 20-minute walk away.
Essaouira Ramparts can also be found about 350 metres away.
An outdoor swimming pool along with a pool cover are located on-site. Such activities as windsurfing, horseback riding, and cycling are also provided.
Villa Quieta
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Plunge pool
Villa Quieta
This hotel is located within 300 metres of Plage Tagharte, while Sqala of the port is 1.8 km away. The bustling fishing Port of Essaouira lies a 20-minute walk away.
Essaouira Ramparts can also be found about 350 metres away.
An outdoor swimming pool along with a pool cover are located on-site. Such activities as windsurfing, horseback riding, and cycling are also provided.
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Beach access
La Fontaine Bleue
- Restaurant
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Turkish bath
- Sun terrace
A waterfront setting offers easy access to Simon Attias Synagogue, which is about a 25-minute walk away. The Fontaine Essaouira offers location within a 300-metre distance of Place marche aux grains.
There is Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach just 1.6 km away.
The accommodation provides a refreshing stay with a Turkish steam bath, a treatment room, and a solarium, along with a sunbathing terrace, a shared lounge, and a golf course. This Essaouira hotel organises a wide variety of activities such as biking and camel riding.
La Fontaine Bleue
- Restaurant
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Turkish bath
- Sun terrace
La Fontaine Bleue
A waterfront setting offers easy access to Simon Attias Synagogue, which is about a 25-minute walk away. The Fontaine Essaouira offers location within a 300-metre distance of Place marche aux grains.
There is Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach just 1.6 km away.
The accommodation provides a refreshing stay with a Turkish steam bath, a treatment room, and a solarium, along with a sunbathing terrace, a shared lounge, and a golf course. This Essaouira hotel organises a wide variety of activities such as biking and camel riding.
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Private beach
Riad Bab Essaouira
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 3.46 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
This Essaouira riad is located in Old Medina with imposing 18th-century gates, including Bab Doukkala, and walkable ramparts with ocean views, about 10 minutes on foot from the private beach. Nearby sights also include Essaouira Ramparts, which is only 0.8 km away.
You can easily find Bab Doukkala in the vicinity of the Riad Bab Essaouira.
Guests can make use of windsurfing and horseback riding as well as cars for rent. Guests can also have fun on horse riding tours organised by this Essaouira hotel.
Riad Bab Essaouira
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 3.46 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Riad Bab Essaouira
This Essaouira riad is located in Old Medina with imposing 18th-century gates, including Bab Doukkala, and walkable ramparts with ocean views, about 10 minutes on foot from the private beach. Nearby sights also include Essaouira Ramparts, which is only 0.8 km away.
You can easily find Bab Doukkala in the vicinity of the Riad Bab Essaouira.
Guests can make use of windsurfing and horseback riding as well as cars for rent. Guests can also have fun on horse riding tours organised by this Essaouira hotel.
Cheap Hotels in Essaouira On The Beach
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Beach access
Riad Perle D'Eau
- In-room breakfast
- Shuttle service
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Turkish bath
- Sun terrace
The centre of Essaouira is a 5 minutes' walk of this riad. Guests can get to the bustling fishing Port of Essaouira that is in the vicinity of the Perle.
The area also gives access to City Walls السقالة Monument, situated a mere 350 metres away.
Riad Perle D'Eau
- In-room breakfast
- Shuttle service
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Turkish bath
- Sun terrace
Riad Perle D'Eau
The centre of Essaouira is a 5 minutes' walk of this riad. Guests can get to the bustling fishing Port of Essaouira that is in the vicinity of the Perle.
The area also gives access to City Walls السقالة Monument, situated a mere 350 metres away.
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Beach access
Riad Zahra
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Infinity pool
Attractions, within reach of this riad, include Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach.
The Riad Zahra is about 400 metres from Simon Attias Synagogue and in proximity to Essaouira Ramparts.
This accommodation also offers sports activities, including hiking, horseback riding, and cycling.
Riad Zahra
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Infinity pool
Riad Zahra
Attractions, within reach of this riad, include Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach.
The Riad Zahra is about 400 metres from Simon Attias Synagogue and in proximity to Essaouira Ramparts.
This accommodation also offers sports activities, including hiking, horseback riding, and cycling.
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Best-rated
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Beach access
Riad Arambys
- In-room breakfast
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Turkish bath
- Sun terrace
The hotel is just 0.6 km from the bustling fishing Port of Essaouira and merely 500 metres from Bab Doukkala. The Riad Arambys Essaouira is stationed in proximity to Sqala of the port.
Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Square Orson Welles, situated nearly a 5-minute ride away. There is Palma Quad approximately 2 km away, and Gare Supratours bus station is within a 300-metre distance of the accommodation.
Riad Arambys includes a sun deck, a shared lounge, and a golf course, as well as a Turkish steam room and a solarium. Windsurfing, hiking, and horseback riding lovers will enjoy these activities on site.
Riad Arambys
- In-room breakfast
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Turkish bath
- Sun terrace
Riad Arambys
The hotel is just 0.6 km from the bustling fishing Port of Essaouira and merely 500 metres from Bab Doukkala. The Riad Arambys Essaouira is stationed in proximity to Sqala of the port.
Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Square Orson Welles, situated nearly a 5-minute ride away. There is Palma Quad approximately 2 km away, and Gare Supratours bus station is within a 300-metre distance of the accommodation.
Riad Arambys includes a sun deck, a shared lounge, and a golf course, as well as a Turkish steam room and a solarium. Windsurfing, hiking, and horseback riding lovers will enjoy these activities on site.
Pet Friendly Hotels in Essaouira on The Beach
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Great deal
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Private beach
Hostel Riad Maqam
- Shared kitchen
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The hostel is located a few steps from Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah Museum, in a beach area of Essaouira. The Essaouira hostel is located a mere 600 metres from Moulay Hassan Square.
Also, this accommodation is in proximity to Palma Quad.
Hostel Riad Maqam
- Shared kitchen
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Hostel Riad Maqam
The hostel is located a few steps from Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah Museum, in a beach area of Essaouira. The Essaouira hostel is located a mere 600 metres from Moulay Hassan Square.
Also, this accommodation is in proximity to Palma Quad.
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Beach access
Madada Mogador
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 3.23 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The hotel offers a place to stay in Old Medina with imposing 18th-century gates, including Bab Doukkala, and walkable ramparts with ocean views, a few steps from Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah Museum. The Madada Mogador Bed & Breakfast is stationed approximately 10 minutes on foot from Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach.
Guests may also get to Palma Quad, which is just 2 km away.
If you like an active lifestyle, windsurfing, horseback riding, and cycling are available on site.
Madada Mogador
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 3.23 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Madada Mogador
The hotel offers a place to stay in Old Medina with imposing 18th-century gates, including Bab Doukkala, and walkable ramparts with ocean views, a few steps from Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah Museum. The Madada Mogador Bed & Breakfast is stationed approximately 10 minutes on foot from Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach.
Guests may also get to Palma Quad, which is just 2 km away.
If you like an active lifestyle, windsurfing, horseback riding, and cycling are available on site.
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Beach access
Dar Ness
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 2.31 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Turkish bath
- Sun terrace
This 3-star hotel provides easy access to Taghart beach, which is 20 minutes' walk away. The bustling fishing Port of Essaouira is within reach of the Dar Ness, and Bab Sba is 0.6 km away.
Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Othello Garden, situated 450 metres away. Along with other cultural attractions Dar Souiri Cultural Center is nestled 12 minutes on foot from this accommodation.
You can join windsurfing, horseback riding, and mini golf at the traditional property, and cars are available for rent. Dar Ness Hotel is also convenient for going hiking.
Dar Ness
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 2.31 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Turkish bath
- Sun terrace
Dar Ness
This 3-star hotel provides easy access to Taghart beach, which is 20 minutes' walk away. The bustling fishing Port of Essaouira is within reach of the Dar Ness, and Bab Sba is 0.6 km away.
Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Othello Garden, situated 450 metres away. Along with other cultural attractions Dar Souiri Cultural Center is nestled 12 minutes on foot from this accommodation.
You can join windsurfing, horseback riding, and mini golf at the traditional property, and cars are available for rent. Dar Ness Hotel is also convenient for going hiking.
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Private beach
Essaouira Trip Hostel
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
Located merely 1.1 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the art gallery "Galerie l'Arbre bleu", this Essaouira hostel is also in proximity to Dar Souiri Cultural Center. The hostel is about 20 minutes on foot from the bustling fishing Port of Essaouira.
In proximity to the 4-room Essaouira Trip hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach, which is a mere 0.9 km away.
Essaouira Trip Hostel
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
Essaouira Trip Hostel
Located merely 1.1 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the art gallery "Galerie l'Arbre bleu", this Essaouira hostel is also in proximity to Dar Souiri Cultural Center. The hostel is about 20 minutes on foot from the bustling fishing Port of Essaouira.
In proximity to the 4-room Essaouira Trip hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach, which is a mere 0.9 km away.
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Beach access
Riad Ocean Medina
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Car park
US$ 5.77 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
This Essaouira hotel has a quiet setting 16 minutes' stroll from Palma Quad, while natural sights like Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach are approximately a 15-minute walk away. Simon Attias Synagogue in Essaouira is just 1.7 km from the Riad Ocean Medina.
Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Square Orson Welles, located about a 5-minute drive away. Along with other cultural attractions Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah Museum is nestled in the vicinity of the property.
Guests can also have fun on horse riding tours organised by the Riad Ocean Medina Essaouira.
Riad Ocean Medina
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Car park
US$ 5.77 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Riad Ocean Medina
This Essaouira hotel has a quiet setting 16 minutes' stroll from Palma Quad, while natural sights like Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach are approximately a 15-minute walk away. Simon Attias Synagogue in Essaouira is just 1.7 km from the Riad Ocean Medina.
Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Square Orson Welles, located about a 5-minute drive away. Along with other cultural attractions Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah Museum is nestled in the vicinity of the property.
Guests can also have fun on horse riding tours organised by the Riad Ocean Medina Essaouira.
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Beach access
Dar Ayour Appartements
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
US$ 3.46 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Billiard tables
This Essaouira hotel has a coastal setting within a few blocks of Palma Quad, while natural sights like Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach are a mere 650 metres away. The Dar Ayour Essaouira is nearly a 5-minute ride from City Walls السقالة Monument and merely 0.7 km from Bab Sba.
Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Othello Garden, situated 0.6 km away. You can also easily reach Essaouira Ramparts, which is just 13 minutes' walk away.
Dar Ayour Appartements
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
US$ 3.46 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Billiard tables
Dar Ayour Appartements
This Essaouira hotel has a coastal setting within a few blocks of Palma Quad, while natural sights like Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach are a mere 650 metres away. The Dar Ayour Essaouira is nearly a 5-minute ride from City Walls السقالة Monument and merely 0.7 km from Bab Sba.
Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Othello Garden, situated 0.6 km away. You can also easily reach Essaouira Ramparts, which is just 13 minutes' walk away.
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Private beach
Diabat Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Terrace
This apartment has a beachfront location about 500 metres from Diabat. Golf de Mogador is nearly a 25-minute walk from the homestay in Essaouira.
3.9 km from Diabat Hostel you will find Dar Souiri Cultural Center.
Diabat Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Terrace
Diabat Hostel
This apartment has a beachfront location about 500 metres from Diabat. Golf de Mogador is nearly a 25-minute walk from the homestay in Essaouira.
3.9 km from Diabat Hostel you will find Dar Souiri Cultural Center.
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Private beach
Hotel Cote Ocean Mogador
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Turkish bath
- Sun terrace
This comfortable hotel is located in a beach area of Essaouira, 13 minutes' walk from Dar Souiri Cultural Center. The Cote Ocean is notable for its prime location a short way from Cooperative feminie TILILA d'huile d'argane.
Along with other cultural attractions Galerie D'art Damgaard is nestled 650 metres from the property.
Hotel Cote Ocean Mogador features a heated pool as well as a sundeck, a shared lounge, and a golf course. A range of activities such as windsurfing, hiking, and horseback riding are offered on the premises.
Hotel Cote Ocean Mogador
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Turkish bath
- Sun terrace
Hotel Cote Ocean Mogador
This comfortable hotel is located in a beach area of Essaouira, 13 minutes' walk from Dar Souiri Cultural Center. The Cote Ocean is notable for its prime location a short way from Cooperative feminie TILILA d'huile d'argane.
Along with other cultural attractions Galerie D'art Damgaard is nestled 650 metres from the property.
Hotel Cote Ocean Mogador features a heated pool as well as a sundeck, a shared lounge, and a golf course. A range of activities such as windsurfing, hiking, and horseback riding are offered on the premises.
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Beach access
Galeria My Home Bab Bhar
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Terrace
Galerie D'art Damgaard is located 2 km from the 64 m² apartment. Take a peaceful 20 minutes' stroll into the heart of Essaouira city centre.
Moulay Hassan Square is 30 minutes' walk away, while Ocean Vagabond is just a few steps from the 1-bedroom Galeria My Home Bab Bhar apartment.
Galeria My Home Bab Bhar
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Terrace
Galeria My Home Bab Bhar
Galerie D'art Damgaard is located 2 km from the 64 m² apartment. Take a peaceful 20 minutes' stroll into the heart of Essaouira city centre.
Moulay Hassan Square is 30 minutes' walk away, while Ocean Vagabond is just a few steps from the 1-bedroom Galeria My Home Bab Bhar apartment.
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Top location
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Beach access
Suite Sea View
- Free parking
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
This 1-bedroom apartment has a convenient location, 700 metres from Essaouira Ramparts and right around the corner from Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach. Place marche aux grains is nearly a 15-minute walk from the apartment.
Suite Sea View
- Free parking
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
Suite Sea View
This 1-bedroom apartment has a convenient location, 700 metres from Essaouira Ramparts and right around the corner from Spiaggia di Essaouira Public Beach. Place marche aux grains is nearly a 15-minute walk from the apartment.
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Private beach
Residence La Galiote
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Laundry
- Ironing facilities
- Sun terrace
This apartment is about a 5-minute drive from Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah Museum, which is an excellent place to improve cultural awareness. A private beach of Essaouira is 850 metres away.
Residence La Galiote is within reach of Galerie D'art Damgaard.
Residence La Galiote
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Laundry
- Ironing facilities
- Sun terrace
Residence La Galiote
This apartment is about a 5-minute drive from Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah Museum, which is an excellent place to improve cultural awareness. A private beach of Essaouira is 850 metres away.
Residence La Galiote is within reach of Galerie D'art Damgaard.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Beach Hotels in Essaouira, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Hostel La Smala |
8.6 / 10 (2046 Reviews) |
From 18$ | |
| Riad Mimouna |
9.0 / 10 (744 Reviews) |
From 55$ | |
| Riad Zawia |
9.1 / 10 (680 Reviews) |
From 52$ | |
| Villa Quieta |
9.1 / 10 (751 Reviews) |
From 138$ | |
| La Fontaine Bleue |
9.4 / 10 (607 Reviews) |
From 87$ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Essaouira beach hotels offer a unique cultural experience?
Hotels like Riad Mimouna and Riad Bab Essaouira provide an authentic cultural experience with traditional Moroccan decor. These hotels also offer easy access to local markets and historical landmarks.
Consider visiting the nearby Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum in the Medina for a deeper understanding of Essaouira's cultural heritage.
What are the best beach hotels for families in Essaouira?
Family-friendly hotels, such as Villa Quieta and Riad Zahra, offer spacious accommodations and a variety of activities tailored for kids. They are also conveniently located near beaches suitable for family excursions.
Take advantage of early bird deals at nearby Camel Ride operators for your family adventure; prices are usually lower in the mornings.
Which Essaouira beach hotels provide spa services?
Riad Perle D'Eau and La Fontaine Bleue both feature on-site spas that offer hammam treatments and relaxation therapies. These services ensure a tranquil beach getaway with wellness options.
Book your spa treatments during weekdays, as they tend to be less busy, allowing for a more peaceful experience.
What Essaouira beach hotels have a nice view?
Hotel Cote Ocean Mogador and Madada Mogador are two excellent options with stunning views of the ocean. Guests can enjoy their surroundings from their rooms or the rooftop terraces.
Request a room on the top floor for the best views of the Essaouira Bay at sunset.
Which budget beach hotels are recommended in Essaouira?
For budget travelers, Riad Arambys and Riad Zawia provide affordable lodging options near the beach without compromising comfort. Both hotels offer essential amenities at lower prices.
Book direct through the hotel website for potential discounts and special offers during the off-peak season.
What beach hotels in Essaouira offer breakfast included?
Riad Mimouna and Riad Bab Essaouira include traditional Moroccan breakfast options in their stays. This offer provides a great start to your day of exploring.
Try the local specialty, Moroccan pancakes (msemen), which are often served fresh during breakfast.
Which beach hotels are close to Essaouira's historic district?
Hotels like Riad Perle D'Eau and Riad Zahra are situated near Essaouira's historic Medina, offering easy access to cultural sites. Explore the vibrant markets and historical landmarks within walking distance.
Visit the Medina early in the morning when it's less crowded, allowing for a more enjoyable shopping experience.
What unique activities can I enjoy in Essaouira?
Essaouira offers windsurfing, camel rides, and exploring the historic Medina. Local artisans also create beautiful crafts that are worth discovering.
Join a guided camel ride that includes sunset views for a memorable experience along the beach.
How can I experience local cuisine in Essaouira?
Local restaurants like La Table by Madada and Taros offer fresh seafood and traditional Moroccan dishes. Dinner by the beach is especially enjoyable.
Try to visit local fish markets in the morning for the freshest seafood available at reasonable prices.
What is the best time to visit Essaouira for fewer crowds?
The best time is during the shoulder seasons of spring (March to May) and fall (September to November), when the weather is pleasant and crowds are thinner.
Plan your visit around the Gnaoua World Music Festival in June for a unique blend of culture, music, and fewer tourists.