Essaouira

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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(20 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
Port

Essaouira Coast

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

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

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

Ahl Agadir

4.5/5(3 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
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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 Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum while you're exploring the area.

Kasbah
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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
Hand made indigenous drums and other instruments in Trance Music Shop in the Medina. You can listen. Learn to play or learn how to make them. 1, Rue Oujda 44000 Essaouira, Morocco #Details

Bani Antar

Though Bani Antar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan.

Bani Antar
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 €107 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
€107
21 Feb - 22 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Bab Marrakech Tower are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (671 reviews)
Clean room with extremely helpful staff. Customer service excellent

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery Collection
Hotel Coté Océan Mogador

Hotel Coté Océan Mogador

3.5 out of 5
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Stay at this beach hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (150 reviews)
Clean, comfortable, good location for exploring, good breakfast

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

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Hotel Coté Océan Mogador
Riad Sidi Magdoul

Riad Sidi Magdoul

2 out of 5
21 Rue Sidi Abdesmih Essaouira
The price is €37 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
€37
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf guesthouse in Essaouira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Place du Marché ...
8/10 Very Good! (144 reviews)
Lovely riad accommodation in a passageway just off one of the main streets in the medina at Essaouira. Breakfast in the central atrium was a lovely way to start the day. A relaxing place to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the medina. Room was compact with two single beds but was an authentic ...

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

Riad Sidi Magdoul
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Cruiser Mogador Hospitality

Cruiser Mogador Hospitality

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

Reviewed on 22 Dec 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
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Essaouira. Enjoy private pools, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Essaouira ...
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 Sept 2024

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

Résidence Louzani

3 out of 5
5 rue Shariff El Idrissi Essaouira
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Bab Marrakech Tower ...
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 Jan 2026

Résidence Louzani
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Popular places to visit

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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

Essaouira Clock Tower

You can find out about the history of Essaouira when you stop by Essaouira Clock Tower. Discover the live music and spas in this trendy area.

Essaouira Clock Tower

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

Things to do

From Marrakech To Essaouira Mogador Full Day Trip | Small-group

From Marrakech To Essaouira Mogador Full Day Trip | Small-group

€13
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Marrakech To Essaouira Mogador Full Day Trip | Small-group
Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech

Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech

€20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech
Essaouira Mogador Day trip From Marrakech

Essaouira Mogador Day trip From Marrakech

€20
per adult
Essaouira Mogador Day trip From Marrakech
Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech

Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech

€37
per adult
Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech
Full Day Trip To Essaouira

Full Day Trip To Essaouira

€19
per adult
Full Day Trip To Essaouira
From Marrakech To Essaouira Mogador Full Day Trip Smallgroup

From Marrakech To Essaouira Mogador Full Day Trip Smallgroup

€9
per adult
From Marrakech To Essaouira Mogador Full Day Trip Smallgroup
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Reviews of Essaouira

4.6
Top destination
5 - Excellent
17
5 - Excellent 71%
4 - Good
6
4 - Good 25%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 4%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful laid back with interesting Souks

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very friendly and relaxing place to unwind.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Characterful and sunny. Totally different culture so really interesting especially the fishing port. You get less hassled in the souks than in Marrakesh. The beach is wonderful.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice Place to visit

5/5 - Excellent

Usman

Really nice place to visit. Nice people not aggressive like marrakesh or fes. Good place to shop as well. Nice beach and old port. Spend atleast 2 days here for first time visit. 1 day beach 1 day souks. we found limited dining options however.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Second time here, great town to relax in.

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