Riad Bab Essaouira

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.8

Located in the Medina of Essaouira, Riad Bab Essaouira is a 10-minute walk from the Marina and the beach. With a Moroccan-style décor, this riad offers free Wi-Fi access and a rooftop terrace with outdoor furniture. The studio and the rooms include a seating area and a private bathroom with a shower. Some rooms have a flat-screen TV. Guests are invited to enjoy breakfast every morning at Riad Bab Essaouira. Moroccan specialties can also be served on request. An airport shuttle service is available at an extra cost. Essaouira Airport is 11 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

  • Located in the real heart of Essaouira, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6!

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-free

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Sjoerd
Netherlands Netherlands
“Beautiful place in the historical center. Simo was a great host and we got the best breakfast we had this vacation. I would definitely return here!!”
Cheryl
United States United States
“Made us feel like family. So very kind, helpful. Always with a smile. Breakfast was fresh flavorful and bountiful. Simo made us a fabulous tajin dinner. Don’t hesitate to book.”
Dorinda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Simo was very helpful coming to meet us at the bus station. The upstairs space was lovely with view to the sea but at the beginning of May it was too chilly outside in the wind to use. Make sure you bring enough warm clothes for Essouira,...”
Mary
United States United States
“Rooftop breakfast was fabulous. Simo was very welcoming. Good location.”
Darron
Canada Canada
“Simo is very kind and helpful host. He provided lots of information. We had dinner one night and it was excellent.”
Fadi
United States United States
“Very lovely, family-run place in the middle of the medina. Simo, with help from his sister, prepared a tasty dinner and some great breakfasts. He came to meet us in the large square, near where we had to park the car, and helped us with the...”
Sabrina
United States United States
“This property is very special… It has a unique vibe and feels like the epitome of what Essouira has to offer… Wonderful and kind family style riad, clean and safe…”
Michael
Netherlands Netherlands
“Our hosts were very kind, gracious and helpful. Provided many useful recommendations for places to see and for good restaurants. Accommodated our request for an early checkin and stored our bags after checkout until our bus departed...”
Cyprien
United States United States
“We had an amazing stay, Simo and his family were very accommodating and helped us find everything we needed. Breakfast was delicious and the Riad is very clean and cozy!”
Agnes
United States United States
“Simo and his sister are super hosts! They gave us a very friendly welcome. For breakfast they made fresh squeezed delicious orange juice. They warmed our coffee cups and gave us eggs without salt. Just the way we like it. The room is cozy and very...”

Hosted by Riad Bab Essaouira

9.8
Host Review Score
Riad Bab Essaouira
Excellent located riad in the heart of Essaouira's medina 2 mn walk from the big square Moulay Hassan and very close from the beach with a great sea view on the roof terrace.A very intimate place and with a wonderful and lovely staff.
Very Welcome in Bab Essaouira and be sure that we willl do our real best to have you very satisfied indeed! Looking forward having the chance meeting you soon. Yours sincerely,Olli & Simo & Said.
Riad Bab Essaouira is located in the heart of Essaouira's Medina with coffees & restaurants & shops & grocery shops just around thirty meters from the Riad.You will be amazed to discover that you are just less then 5 mn walk from the big square Moulay Hassan and very close from the beach with a totally peaceful location "right in middle of the action". Scala & spas & bars & art galeries & coffes just around.
Languages spoken: Arabic,English,French

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian

Amenities of Riad Bab Essaouira

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Private beach area

House rules

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Check-in
From 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 3 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Payments by Booking.com
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Riad Bab Essaouira of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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