Essaouira Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Panorama view of the silhouette from the old Fort Essaouira, Sqala du Port, at sunset, blue sky, background with flying Seagulls in Essaouira, Morocco
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
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Where to stay in Essaouira

Watching sunset.

Medina

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

Medina is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Skala de la Ville and Souk Jdid.

Medina
Port

Essaouira Coast

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

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
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, Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan are some notable places to visit nearby.

Chbanat
Marrakesh, Essaouira, Fez, Meknes

Kasbah

Unique features of Kasbah include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Place Moulay el Hassan or Le Real Mogador 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
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 NZ$256 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
NZ$256
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bab Marrakech Tower and Bab Sba are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (684 reviews)
First day they were preparing to move lobby , so we walked ages to get to our room as the lift was not functional. Also slippers had to be requested but no biggie However thereafter the new lobby is beautiful. Pool is amazing. Rooms are lovely. Closest shop is by the bus stop , short walk. Closest ...

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

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

Hotel Coté Océan Mogador

3.5 out of 5
18 boulvard mohammed 5 essaouira Essaouira marrakech safi
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (156 reviews)
Very good experience

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Hotel Coté Océan Mogador
Océan Vagabond

Océan Vagabond

4 out of 5
4 Boulevard Lalla Aichaangle Essaouira
The price is NZ$189 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
NZ$189
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Bab Marrakech Tower and Bab Sba are located ...
Océan Vagabond
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 Bab Marrakech Tower and Bab Sba are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (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
Beautiful Riad in the heart of the old Medina of Essaouira

Beautiful Riad in the heart of the old Medina of Essaouira

Essaouira Province d’Essaouira
Stay at this holiday home in Essaouira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Souk Jdid and Place du Marché aux Grains are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
The place is very well decorated

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Beautiful Riad in the heart of the old Medina of Essaouira
VILLA L WALIDA .5 bedroom villa with private heated pool 6 beds

VILLA L WALIDA .5 bedroom villa with private heated pool 6 beds

Ghazoua Essaouira, Marrakech-Safi
Stay at this golf villa in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and private pools. Popular attractions Essaouira Mogador Golf Course and Essaouira Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
Séjour parfait
Merci à Patrick et Latifa pour leurs disponibilités et leur accueil et un grand merci à Latifa pour ça gentillesse et surtout la cuisine un couscous et des kéftas délicieux ainsi que des pdj variés et excellents nous étions 11 pers moyennes d âges de 11 à 60 ans et nous avons passé 15 jours formidables. ...

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2024

VILLA L WALIDA .5 bedroom villa with private heated pool 6 beds
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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