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Essaouira is  the place we get the best feedback from our clients and these are the best riads and villas so we highly recommend holidays there.  It has a genuine year round climate, it is enough “off the beaten track” to still feel intimate and it has a wonderful selection of places to stay in the town itself and in the villages just outside.  Below are some of our favourite riads and villas but we suggest it is much better to have a quick chat on the phone to get a recommendation as there are subtle but significant differences between the various places to stay.

 

Kasbah d'Eau
MSK001 - Kasbah d'Eau is a boutique hotel on the beach just outside Essaouira. You stay in 17 air-conditioned rooms and suites with stunning mountain, beach and ocean views and there is a large heated pool, spa and gym as well as a host of beach activities.
Dar Maya - Riad Hotel
MEM004 - Dar Maya is a luxury boutique hotel, offering five rooms in a chic, tranquil riad in the heart of Essaouira’s historic medina. lovely blend of Moroccan and contemporary European styles,
Maison 250
MEM006 - Once the house of the Caid of the Chbanat district in the ancient medina Essaouira, MAISON25O is an eighteenth century riad on a traditional Moroccan street.
Dar L'Oussia
MEO001 - The old caravanserai we are entering takes us back to the not-so-distant past. The terrace is a royal lodge over the sandy beach and endless sea. The traditional hammam is at your disposal.
Villa Quieta
MEQ002 - Historical family palace, combining beauty and modern comfort with its outdoors swimming pool in a vast flowering garden. Located around 20mins walk from the old town
Riad Chbanate - Riad Hotel
MEC004 - A lovely riad located close to Essaouira's port and the beaches. It has been recently renovated and has eight rooms and suites overlooking a central courtyard.
Madada Mogador
MEZ001 - Wonderful contemporary styled boutique guest-house in the medina but still with great beach views
Villa Maroc - Riad Hotel
MEV001 - Villa Maroc is one of the first riads in Morocco and whist there are newer smarter conversion it still oozes charm and has a great lcoation
Palais Heure Bleue
MEH001 - Undoubtedly the the most imposing boutique hotel in Essaouira. Good sized roof top pool.
Le Jardin des Douars
MEL007 - Located in a beautiful valley inland from the coast, Jardin des Douars has stunning views, great space and a year round heated pool which families love
Salut Maroc
A funky boutique hotel right in the heart of Essaouira with fun rooms and sea views.
Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf Spa
MES001 - Nestled in the lush surroundings of a wild beach lined with eucalyptus and mimosa,a luxury 5-star resort and hotel in Essaouira, Morocco.
Riad Emotion
MEE004 - Riad Emotion is a beautiful 18th century mansion with an exceptional location in the medina. It is 500m from the beach, close to the shops and points of interest.
Riad EspritBleu
MME005 - Nestled in the heart of the ancient city, this hidden gem is for those seeking a new experience in a boutique hotel setting on Morocco’s Atlantic coast.
Les Jardins de Villa Maroc
MEJ001 - Nestled in the Swiri countryside amongst the Argan and Tuya trees, Les Jardins de Villa Maroc is a peaceful haven a mere 10km from the centre of Essaouira.
Ryad Watier
MEW001 - Riad Watier is a pretty ryad located in the heart of the Essaouira medina.
Dar Etoile - 1/2 beds Villa
MSE001 - The smallest of the Rebali Riads and a beautiful little villa for a couple or a family
Dar Azreq - 2 beds Villa
MSA001 - 2 bedroom villa overlooking large pool. Benefits from Rebali's hotel -like service
Dar Jeseli - 2 beds Villa
MSJ001 - Smart villa overlooking the pool at Rebali. High quality decoration and great service. Choose catered or self-catering
Dar Mevada - 3 beds Villa
MSM001 - A three bedroom riad with beautiful private pool (heated in winter) and large enclosed garden. Access to tennis, hammam, Rebali's private dining service and only 100 metres to the beach - the perfect family holiday villa.
Riad Sila - 3/4 beds Villa
MSS001 - You can stay in one of the three suites in Riad Sila or take the whole house for up to 9 people.
Riad Valmar - 4/5 beds Villa
MSV001 - The largest of the Rebali Riads, it is built around three inter-connecting courtyards and has four suites as well as a cinema room which can be made into an extra bedroom if the riad is booked exclusively. You also have access to Rebali's tennis, hammam and a private dining option. The beach is about a 100 metre stroll away.
Dar Jamila
MSJ002 - The newest of the Rebali Villas. A dozen steps from the main hotel entrance yet a very different feel with 3 bedrooms, rimflow pool and uninterrupted views down to the beach.
Marrakech
The start and finish for most Morocco Holidays. Highlights are the souks in the old Medina, the main square in the evening, the Majorelle gardens and the historical sites. You should definitely stay in a Marrakech Riad for at least a few nights but also some beautiful villas and hotels on the edge of town in rural Marrakech. Click for suggested riads More
Essaouira
Essaouira is our favourite at all times of year. Probably the prettiest coastal town in Morocco and loads to see and do. Great camel trekking, horse-riding, surfing kite/windsurfing, cooking lessons, lovely medina (more relaxing shopping than Marrakech). Also great places to stay in town and in the village click below for suggestions More
High Atlas Mountains
Incredibly close to Marrakech but a world apart, the Atlas mountains are an essential visit. Go for a day trip (trekking or driving tour), or stay in one of the beautiful kasbahs perched on a hilltop to relax and soak up the views More
Sahara Desert
The massive dunes of the Sahara should be on anyone's "bucket list" and it is easy to do a trip into the desert from Marrakech, Fes or the coast with a bit of planning More
Ait Ben Haddou
One of the most famous sights in Morocco, Ait Ben Haddou is a rock fortress on the south side of the Atlas. Always a good stopping point on our desert tours and a must for the photo album More
The Gorges
The Todra and Dades Gorges maybe a little over-hyped but certainly worth a stop on the way to Mezourga - part of our Desert & Gorges Tour More
Taroudant
A pretty walled town within easy reach of Agadir (so a lot of day trippers from the package hotels) but also a great place for a night's stop between the desert and the coast More
Agadir
Having been re-built after and earthquake 50 years ago it doesn't have as much charm as other Moroccan cities but the beach and climate are lovely More
Oualidia Lagoon
A small seaside town built up around a pretty estuary and lagoon. Home to La Sultana, the best coastal hotel in Morocco and can easily be combined with a visit to Marrakech and Essaouira More
Rabat
Less well known as a tourist destination but with recently introduced direct flights from the UK it is an interesting city where you can see the modern Morocco alongside the rivermouth Kasbah and the medina More
Casablanca
The biggest city in Morocco and an industrial sprawl. We generally advise not stopping there and even if flying to Casablanca head North to Fes/Rabat or south to Marrakech/Essaouira. If you are passing through it is worth visiting the spectacular seafront mosque.
Chefchaouen
The town of Chefchaouen is beautifully situated on a mountainside, often referred to as the blue pearl due to its shimmering blue buildings. It's worth learning the history behind the choice of this color, which contributed to the town's fame, making it one of the most photographed places in Morocco. In Chefchaouen, explore the picturesque medina with winding alleys and the Kasbah with its lush gardens, serving as a haven of freshness in the city center. Chefchaouen is a paradise for walkers, not only because of its most beautiful streets and alleys, which create an unreal impression but also due to the hiking trails around the city. Besides the Old Town, it's worth visiting the main square, Uta el Hamman, with numerous cafes, and seeing the 15th-century El Adamaa Masjid mosque in white-orange colors with its characteristic octagonal minaret. Chefchaouen is an excellent choice for a one-day trip or a relaxing overnight stay. More
Fes
Fes makes for a fabulous long weekend or as part of our "Grand Tour". The highlight is the medina which most people prefer to Marrakech, partly as it is on a hill you are much more aware of the geography. Also, do a day trip to the Roman ruins at Volubilis and ask about a night or two in the village of Bhalil More
Merzouga
The second good dune area of Morocco is Erg Chebbi by Merzouga - easier to get to (no 4x4 needed) and whilst the dunes are stunning we prefer Erg Cheggaga for a proper desert experience. More

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