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Dar El Paco

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Essaouira with full-service spa and free breakfast

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At Dar El Paco, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace and a hair salon. Indulge in a body treatment, a deep-tissue massage and a body scrub at Arabspa, the on-site spa. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Classic Double Room (Sahara)

Classic Double Room (Sahara)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room (Touareg)

Classic Double Room (Touareg)

Classic Double Room (Touareg)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room (Atlas)

Classic Double Room (Atlas)

Classic Double Room (Atlas)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room (Bleu Azur)

Classic Double Room (Bleu Azur)

Classic Double Room (Bleu Azur)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
10 Impasse Draa, off Rue Attarine, Essaouira, 44000

What's nearby

  • Skala de la Ville - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Essaouira Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Skala du Port - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 11 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mandala Society - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dar Al Houma - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Al Khaima - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Des Reves - ‬3 min walk
  • Mifan

About this property

Dar El Paco

Guest house located in Medina
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace and a hair salon at Dar El Paco. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a deep-tissue massage or a body scrub at Arabspa, the on-site spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site.
Other perks include:
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, laundry services and smoke-free property
  • A gift shop, tour/ticket information and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Free infant beds and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 5 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1900
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9 AM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.80 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 20.00 per vehicle
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 5 per day (1312 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Couples wishing to share a room must provide proof of marriage
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Dar El Paco
Dar El Paco Essaouira
Dar El Paco House
Dar El Paco House Essaouira
Dar El Paco Guesthouse Essaouira
Dar El Paco Guesthouse
Dar El Paco Essaouira
Dar El Paco Guesthouse
Dar El Paco Guesthouse Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Is Dar El Paco pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Dar El Paco?

Check-in start time: 9 AM; check-in end time: 7 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dar El Paco?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Dar El Paco provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 20.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Dar El Paco located?

Located in Medina, this spa guesthouse is steps away from Bayt Dakira, Gallery Kasbah and Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum. Essaouira Clock Tower and Le Real Mogador are just steps away.

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Reviews

Dar El Paco Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carl-Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well situated riad

A very well situated riad in Essaouira. Run by very gentle women. Nice rooms, perfect breakfast, good advice about what to do.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Accueil exceptionnel, localisation parfaite, calme, un havre de paix en pleine medina ! Chloe et philippe sont des hotes prevenants, disponibles, et wafaa est adorable !! Une adresse chaudement recommandée pour qui attend une vraie relation humaine
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

CarlyBianchini, Vancouver, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This Dar far exceeded our expectations! The room was comfortable and clean, the owner and staff are friendly and gave great recommendations on restaurants and things to do and the breakfast was plentiful and delicious! We would love to come back here and definitely recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous Riad with very welcoming hosts, who made

From the onset, Riad El Paco has been fantastic. I love the location, the room and the service. I cannot fault Lara and Giovanni - such wonderful hosts! They helped us have a glorious time. We were there for just 4 days, and would easily go back just to stay here. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

10/10 Excellent

Mireille, San francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The perfect place to discover Essaouiria

The owners and manager of the Riad helped me for my the entire stay. Their advices were excellent and they did everything to make my stay exceptional! no stress and a beautiful Riad with beautiful and original rooms. I felt at home going back to the Riad after each adventures.

10/10 Excellent

jean-marie, CAEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent rapport qualitè prix.

L' accueil a été très sympathique avec beaucoup de renseignements de la part des hôtes et beaucoup de gentillesse et de discrétion. Le riad est très bien placé et facile à trouver.

4/10 Poor

JOSE, badajoz

Disliked: Room comfort

Buena relación calidad-precio.

Estuvimos en el hotel una noche, las instalaciones son correctas aunque la habitación no reflejaba la foto vista en la web. Lo más incómodo fue la puert del baño, no cerrada por completo que impedia tener intimidad dentro de el.

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle, Perpignan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accueil très sympathique. Chambre agréable. Excellents petits déjeuners. Parfaitement situé dans la médina. Nous recommandons les massages dispensés par Wafaa.

10/10 Excellent

Sigurd, København

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

En perle i Essaouira!

Dar El Paco er en lille perle i Essaouira. Da vi kom ind i værelset Bleu Azur var alt virkelig...Blåt. Og eventyrligt. Madrassen var dejlig fast og lang nok til mig på 2 meter. Beliggenheden er ideel for udforskning af de små stræder i medinaen. Og værten Giovanni er en meget venlig og hjælpsom mand. Morgenmaden var god og rigelig, fantastisk velsmagende appelsinjuice!Vi kunne dog godt have brugt en omelet eller et æg for variationens skyld. Alt i alt fantastisk "value for money".Og så var byen Essaouira et dejlig afslappet ophold i forhold til Marrakech. Det var en ferie, jeg ikke ville hjem fra!Vi fortrød at vi ikke tog imod et tilbud om en massage af stedets massør Waffa.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

rustige en aangename plek

Prettige rustige plek midden in het centrum. Heerlijk vis eten bij de haven.

10/10 Excellent

Maria , milano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vero riad

Ottima accoglienza da parte di tutti,posizione all'interno della Medina molto comoda x tutto.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Birmingham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little gem hidden amongst the meandering alleys...

The owner Giovanni was very accommodating and had time for his guests. Waffah his assistant was ever so helpful and always wear a lovely smile. Albeit slightly tricky to find, it's situated at a great location (considering where some other Riads were)! Breakfast was lovely and the hotel had character! The deco was thoughtful and exudes a homely feeling. Loved it and have no hesitation to return again.

10/10 Excellent

Lorena, Madrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Riad coqueta en el Centro de Essaouira

Riad pequeña y coqueta en el centro de Essaouira, ideal para pocos días. Los dueños italianos muy amables, hablan español muy bien. La habitación no era grande pero tenía muchos detalles y era acogedora. El baño algo pequeño y estaban haciendo algún arreglo. El desayuno excelente y el trato muy bueno. Muy buen precio para una noche. Pago en euros o dirhams, el tema de pago con tarjeta no les compensa y prefieren no hacerlo.

10/10 Excellent

Finn, Luxembourg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The place to be!

Simple: One of the best places in Essaouirra:)!!! Thank you Lara & Giovanni (the owners).

6/10 Okay

Zakaria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accueil de qualité du gérant et de son épouse. Bon emplacement, seul bémol le manque d'isolation phonique dans les chambres ou tout le monde entend tout le monde...

10/10 Excellent

Lejla, Lund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mycket bra

Mycket fint rum och fräscht hotell med bra läge och trevlig och hjälpsam personal. Väldigt nöjd.

6/10 Okay

JOSE LUIS, CANARIAS

Liked: Staff & service

BIEN SITUADO EN LA MEDINA, PRESTACIONES

LAS PRESTACIONES SON ACEPTABLES, Y EL TRATO AGRADABLE. PUEDES DEJAR LAS MALETAS O TUS COSAS SIN NINGUN PROBLEMA INCLUSO HASTA LA HORA QUE NECESITES SALIR.

6/10 Okay

Alain et Pascale, Conflans en Jarnisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Séjour agréable

Très bon sejour, très bon acceuil, personnel sympa,tarif attractif, bon rapport qualite prix. Petit bémol, peux etre une telvision dans les chambres seraient bien venues

10/10 Excellent

Anders, Skagen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Wonderfully helpful staff and gorgeous rooms. Everything was just perfect! We stayed an extra :)

8/10 Good

Anne Mette, Larvik, Norge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Sentralt og trivelig Riad sentralt i Essauira.

Et ypperlig opphold for en natt i Essauira. Sentralt og trivelig.

10/10 Excellent

sergio, San Sebastián

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

La ubicación perfecta

Buen sitio, acogedor y cómodo, cerca de todo lo que merece la pena

8/10 Good

mireille, paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

très satisfait

superbe riad dans la médina- accueil chaleureux de la propriétaire supers petits-déjeuners bref parfait

2/10 Terrible

garin emmanuelle, grenoble

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

un cauchemar

sur notre sejour nous avons vu que la porte d'entrée , aussitot on nous a enmené dans un autre ryad qui devait etre equivalent la chambre que nous avons payé 29€ nous sommes allez virifier sur le site l'autre ryad affiche une chambre a 21€ donc nous avons deja perdu 8€, ce qui n'est pas castrophique mais pas normal ! Sur le ryad ou nous avons sejourné que dire ! A part que c'est notre pire souvenir du maroc, drap et serviettes tous dechiré, je n'ai meme pas voulu prendre de douche il y avait un filet gluant qui pendait au pommeau de douche et bien sur la litterie etait dur comme du bois donc nous avons passé une nuit quasiement blanche. Et je vais passer les details. Donc dar el paco n'est vraiment pas une adresse que je recommande si vous ne voulais pas avoir de surprise. C'est vraiment dommage parce que nous avons visités beaucoup de villes au Maroc et Essaouira reste notre coup de coeur heuresement nous avions reservé que pour une nuit donc on a pu passer notre deuxieme nuit dans un autre ryad ....

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Great location

The hotel is in a great location. Some really nice food just outside the hotel. Shame about my room Blue Azur as it was at the top the stairs and had a lot of climbing to do. not ideal if you have children or OAPs

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

In Medina.

Awesome place great staff !!! Should we go back we'll stay again. Big America cup of coffee:) and endless :)