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Our top choices for Bab el-Marsa hotels

A balcony with a view of a cityscape, a table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

1. Riad Chbanate

Riad Chbanate
4.0 star property
Chbanat, 0.9 km from Bab el-Marsa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"It was lovely, clean and very friendly staff!"
United States
Aida
The price is NZ$298
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Riad Chbanate
Reception

2. Riad Mazal Mogador

Riad Mazal Mogador
3.0 star property
Kasbah, 0.3 km from Bab el-Marsa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Location is excellent, near everything you need, beach, restaurants …. The place is like new with all recent taste-full renovation. Juliette and Bat the receptionists were very kind and informative. We definitely will stay in here next time we are in Essaouria"
United States
Seaid
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Riad Mazal Mogador
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large columns, a comfortable seating area, and a chessboard on the floor.

3. Riad Emotion

Riad Emotion
3.0 star property
Ahl Agadir, 0.6 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Beautiful riad with outstanding staff and great authentic Moroccan breakfast. Smells amazing. Clean and charming. Overall a great value for a cozy place in the heart of Essaouira."
United States
Jeremy
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Riad Emotion
A multi-level interior with stone arches, wooden furniture, and a potted plant.

4. Riad Al Manara

Riad Al Manara
3.5 star property
Medina, 0.5 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great location. Very helpful. Just renovated."
United States
JOHN
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Riad Al Manara
A luxurious interior with ornate arches, patterned walls, and traditional furnishings.

5. Villa Quieta

Villa Quieta
4.0 star property
Quartier des Dunes, 1.8 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (214 reviews)
"Very nice quiet hotel, spacious lounge, swimming pool in a good location, very near the beach but away from the busy areas."
United Kingdom
Lee
The price is NZ$321
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Villa Quieta
A bedroom with a bed, a small round table, a bench, and a green-tiled wall.

6. DAR AMASTAN by RIAD LE BONHEUR DE MOGADOR?

DAR AMASTAN by RIAD LE BONHEUR DE MOGADOR?
2.0 star property
Bani Antar, 0.6 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We enjoyed the place so much we extended our stay. Initially the parking dilemma made us sceptical because it was quite a distance from the accommodation and required parking costs and porterage costs that we weren't told about. Eventually we booked in and couldn't fault the place and its authentic location."
Australia
Jan
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
DAR AMASTAN by RIAD LE BONHEUR DE MOGADOR?
A room with two wooden chairs, a wooden table, and a large window overlooking the sea.

7. Riad Kafila

Riad Kafila
3.0 star property
Bani Antar, 0.6 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (81 reviews)
"verry good experience"
Canada
yassine
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Riad Kafila
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

8. Cruiser Mogador Hospitality

Cruiser Mogador Hospitality
4.5 star property
2.3 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Mario
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Cruiser Mogador Hospitality
An outdoor patio with a geometric patterned floor, a wooden pergola, and seating arrangements.

9. Riad Essaouira

Riad Essaouira
3.0 star property
Chbanat, 0.8 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Clean room,Exceptionnel service, breakfast was fantastic(everything you need), couples , singles or families you will not regret your stay. Thanks and please keep it up👍"
United States
zyad don
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Riad Essaouira
A spacious courtyard with a patterned floor, large columns, and a central fountain.

10. RIAD MALAÏKA

RIAD MALAÏKA
3.0 star property
Bani Antar, 0.5 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. They provided a gf breakfast last minute"
United Kingdom
Jennifer
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
RIAD MALAÏKA
A cozy interior with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.

11. Ryad des Nomades

Ryad des Nomades
4.0 star property
Chbanat, 0.8 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Lovely Riad to stay in. Very homely."
United Kingdom
Ayesha
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Ryad des Nomades
A multi-level interior with blue-framed windows, hanging wicker lamps, and decorative plates on the walls.

12. RIAD AMANA

RIAD AMANA
3.0 star property
Medina, 0.6 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (90 reviews)
"Splendid accommodation, impressive sized rooms and very snug and colourful...staff where super friendly and breakfast was great..."
United Kingdom
Phil
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
RIAD AMANA
A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, seating areas, and a central decorative arrangement.

13. Dar L'Oussia

Dar L'Oussia
4.0 star property
Ahl Agadir, 0.4 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (71 reviews)
"Really really top staff and great people . Loved every second of it We went with family and everyone loved the hotel location and the breakfast time"
Canada
Shervin
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Dar L'Oussia
A lobby with a patterned floor, wooden furniture, and a large window with a view.

14. Heure Bleue Palais

Heure Bleue Palais
3.5 star property
Chbanat, 0.8 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"I was especially impressed by the welcoming staff, who were able to assist with needed and made us feel very welcome. Room was decent size, excellent aircon and WiFi (not a given on my trip). The shower was powerful and the hotel was immaculately clean. Breakfast was varied and tasty. A very pleasant stay."
United Kingdom
Kristopher
The price is NZ$606
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Heure Bleue Palais
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking a beach and a sunset.

15. Hotel Coté Océan Mogador

Hotel Coté Océan Mogador
3.5 star property
Essaouira Coast, 0.8 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (174 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable, and the location was perfect."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Coté Océan Mogador
A room with a view of the sea, a chair with colorful cushions, and a striped towel hanging on the door.

16. Salut Maroc Boutique Hotel

Salut Maroc Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Kasbah, 0.4 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (51 reviews)
"Love this place"
United States
Hua
The price is NZ$373
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Salut Maroc Boutique Hotel
A lobby with a high ceiling, ornate railings, and a central seating area with a coffee table and chairs.

17. STE PERLE D'EAU

STE PERLE D'EAU
4.0 star property
Bani Antar, 0.8 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (210 reviews)
"Beautiful place and kind and helpful staff."
United States
Marisol
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
STE PERLE D'EAU
Reception

18. Riad Villa Margaux

Riad Villa Margaux
4.0 star property
Medina, 0.6 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (33 reviews)
"Easy check in super quick and helpful staff."
United States
paula
The price is NZ$117
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Riad Villa Margaux
A breakfast table with a variety of fruits, coffee, and orange juice, set on a balcony with blue cushions and a yellow pot.

19. Dar Nafoura Mogador

Dar Nafoura Mogador
3.0 star property
Medina, 0.8 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Our stay at Dar Nafoura was made better with the attentive and supportive staff!! They went above and beyond to make us comfortable .. the room was clean and comfortable, Patio was amazing .. we would definitely stay again. Thanks so much."
Canada
Shylo
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Dar Nafoura Mogador
A room with a patterned floor, a bed with a red bedspread, and ornate wall decorations.

20. Riad Mumtaz Mahal

Riad Mumtaz Mahal
4.0 star property
Ahl Agadir, 0.3 km from Bab el-Marsa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (182 reviews)
"​I recently had the pleasure of staying at Riad Mumtaz Mahal in Essaouira from June 4th to June 7th, 2026. The experience was fantastic, and the Riad provided the perfect home base for exploring the city. I cannot recommend it highly enough for anyone visiting Essaouira."
United Kingdom
Ashley
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Riad Mumtaz Mahal
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Compare top hotels near Bab el-Marsa

A balcony with a view of a cityscape, a table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

Riad Chbanate

4.0 star property
Chbanat, 0.9 km from Bab el-Marsa
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Reception

Riad Mazal Mogador

3.0 star property
Kasbah, 0.3 km from Bab el-Marsa
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A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large columns, a comfortable seating area, and a chessboard on the floor.

Riad Emotion

3.0 star property
Ahl Agadir, 0.6 km from Bab el-Marsa
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A multi-level interior with stone arches, wooden furniture, and a potted plant.

Riad Al Manara

3.5 star property
Medina, 0.5 km from Bab el-Marsa
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A luxurious interior with ornate arches, patterned walls, and traditional furnishings.

Villa Quieta

4.0 star property
Quartier des Dunes, 1.8 km from Bab el-Marsa
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Exceptional
113 reviews
10.0
Exceptional
11 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
54 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
13 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
214 reviews
The price is NZ$298
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The price is NZ$321
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
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  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Other attractions near Bab el-Marsa

A coastal town with a fortified wall, a tower, and boats docked along the shore.

Skala du Port

8.8/10 (253 reviews)
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.
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Top Bab el-Marsa Hotel Reviews

A spacious interior with a central staircase, multiple seating areas, and a variety of potted plants.
Ryad Watier

Ryad Watier

Ryad Watier
Medina

10/10 Excellent

What a fabulous find Ryad Watier is! Nothing was too much trouble for the team that runs it - they were so hospitable and helpful. It was like being in someone's home. Breakfast was delicious and tailored to your needs. We ended our visit with a hammam and massage which was perfect after over two weeks in Morocco. Would highly recommend such a fantastic place to stay - absolutely first class
Australia
Marisa
Reviewed September 19, 2025
Ryad Watier

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Bab el-Marsa?

Bab el-Marsa is located in Essaouira. Travellers like the surrounding area for its historic landmarks. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 434 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Bab el-Marsa?

Adjacent to Bab el-Marsa, Salut Maroc Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this riad offers a full-service spa and free breakfast. Other good options within a short distance include Le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery Collection and Océan Vagabond.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Bab el-Marsa?

Expedia has 434 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Bab el-Marsa.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bab el-Marsa, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Bab el-Marsa.

What can I see and do near Bab el-Marsa?

Explore notable local landmarks like Essaouira Clock Tower, Skala du Port and Bab Marrakech Tower. Sights and attractions like Gallery d’Art Damgaard, Dar Souiri and Gallery Kasbah offer insight into the local culture. A trip to Souk Jdid and Fish Market might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping.