Essaouira Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sunset over a rocky beach with birds flying, a tower, and people walking.
A coastal cityscape with a fortified wall, buildings, and a mountain in the background.
A stone tower, a sunset, and a rocky shoreline.
A coastal town with white buildings, a rocky shoreline, and a clear blue sea.
A beach with waves, people, and colorful buildings in the background.

Our guide on where to stay in Essaouira

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Essaouira Coast

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

Medina

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

Ahl Agadir

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

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.

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.

Hotel Le Golf DEssaouira & Spa

Hotel Le Golf DEssaouira & Spa

3 out of 5
Domaine Mogador Essaouira
The price is NZ$173 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$173
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Essaouira Mogador Golf Course are ...
7.6/10 Good! (22 reviews)
"♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Hotel Le Golf DEssaouira & Spa
La Perle de Mogador

La Perle de Mogador

3 out of 5
Route de MarrakechEssaouira Essaouira
The price is NZ$135 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$135
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Bordj el Berod are located ...
6.6/10 (30 reviews)
"Not bad"

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2024

La Perle de Mogador
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$302 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$302
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (701 reviews)
"Hotel is being renovated. It’s a mess. The fitness room had a window busted out. The spa is outdated and falling apart. Our room had dirty pillows and was infested with mosquitoes. My wife and I were visiting during our Anniversary and nothing was done to make the occasion special like so many other ..."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery Collection
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.
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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"We'll start with the best: the staff! It's a relatively new hotel so there are a few minor teething problems which we repoted and they were pleasantly addressed. We whole heatedly recommend."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

Cruiser Mogador Hospitality
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
"This was a great option in Essaouira. One block from beach, wonderful price for one bedroom, and everything within walking distance. Really enjoyed my four days."

Reviewed on 9 June 2026

Résidence Louzani
Maison Traditionnelle

Maison Traditionnelle

2 out of 5
ESSAOUIRA Essaouira ESSAOUIRA
Stay at this villa in Essaouira. Enjoy free valet parking, a garden and concierge services. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Place du Marché aux Grains ...
2/10 (1 review)
"Arrived at the town and either this property doesn't exist or the directions are horribly inaccurate. Phone number didn’t work and they didn't respond to and messages I sent. Do not attempt to book this property"

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2024

Maison Traditionnelle
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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