Medina Travel Guide

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Landscape with old fortress and fishing port of Essaouira, Morocco
Fishing port and Essaouira town at the sunset time, Morocco
Sqala du Port fortress with cannons and Essaouira city with Sqala de la Ville and North Bastion in the distance
Sqala du Port, a defensive tower at the fishing port of Essaouira,
Sqala du Port, a defensive tower at the fishing port of Essaouira,

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Landscape with old fortress and fishing port of Essaouira, Morocco

Skala du Port

4.4/5 (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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Our pick of the best Medina Hotel Deals

Riad Sidi Magdoul

Riad Sidi Magdoul

2 out of 5
21 Rue Sidi Abdesmih Essaouira
The price is NZ$84 per night from 28 June to 29 June
NZ$84
28 June - 29 June
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 Bayt Dakira ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (153 reviews)
"Friendly and good breakfast. Good location."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Riad Sidi Magdoul
Riad Mimouna

Riad Mimouna

4 out of 5
62, Rue D'Oujda Essaouira
The price is NZ$208 per night from 28 June to 29 June
NZ$208
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews)
"A great location inside the Medina with morrocan hospitality. From the moment we walked in, the staff was extremely courteous and helpful! The seaside view rooms are definitely worth booking. The upstairs terrace where meals were served had excellent ambiance and views as well!"

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Riad Mimouna
Riad Al Madina

Riad Al Madina

3.5 out of 5
9 Rue Attarine Essaouira
The price is NZ$368 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$368
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach riad in Essaouira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Bayt Dakira are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (132 reviews)
"Mold in bathroom Poor hygiene"

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Riad Al Madina
RIAD AMANA

RIAD AMANA

3 out of 5
Rue Khader Ghailane Essaouira Marrakech-Safi
The price is NZ$150 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$150
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Fish Market are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (84 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

RIAD AMANA
Salut Maroc Boutique Hotel

Salut Maroc Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
32 Rue Ibn Rochd Essaouira
The price is NZ$369 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$369
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa riad in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Le Real Mogador are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)
"Our room (the Casablanca) was hands down the most colorful, gorgeous room we have stayed in and we have traveled a lot. The tilework was next-level and brought us so much joy. The rooftop is equally gorgeous, with food and nightly music that are not to be missed. The entire property makes you smile. ..."

Reviewed on 6 June 2026

Salut Maroc Boutique Hotel
Dar L'Oussia

Dar L'Oussia

4 out of 5
04 Rue Mohammed Ben Messaoud Bab Sbaa Essaouira Marrakech-Safi
The price is NZ$211 per night from 16 June to 17 June
NZ$211
16 June - 17 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa riad in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Dar Souiri are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (64 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 11 June 2026

Dar L'Oussia
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Our guide on where to stay in Medina

Find the best Medina areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Katia Ferrand
Open Photo by Katia Ferrand

Essaouira Coast

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

Photo by Angelo Taraborrelli
Open Photo by Angelo Taraborrelli

Ahl Agadir

Unique features of Ahl Agadir include the waterfront views and seaside views. Make a stop by Place Moulay Hassan or Bab Marrakech Tower while you're exploring the area.

Marrakesh, Essaouira, Fez, Meknes

Kasbah

Unique features of Kasbah include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Place Moulay Hassan or Skala de la Ville while you're exploring the area.

Photo by Valerie Stern
Open Photo by Valerie Stern

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 Hassan.

Landscape with colorful street cafe on quay of fishing port at Essaouira. Morocco, North Africa

Chbanat

While Chbanat isn't home to many top sights, Place Moulay Hassan and Skala de la Ville are some notable places to visit nearby.

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