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Riad Ghazal

Guesthouse in Essaouira with free breakfast and a steam room

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Exterior
Lobby lounge
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby lounge
Game room
Located near the airport, Riad Ghazal offers a tranquil retreat with a full breakfast, poolside bar, and steam room. Unwind by the outdoor pool or challenge friends to a game of billiards while staying connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Classic Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Junior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Studio | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Studio

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Portable fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Essaouira, Riad Ghazal is near the airport. Dar Souiri and Gallery d’Art Damgaard are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Essaouira Mogador Golf Course and Port of Essaouira. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Km 8, Essaouira, Marrakesh-Safi, 44000

What's nearby

  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Essaouira Beach - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Skala du Port - 13 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 17 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Skala de la Ville - 21 min drive - 6.9 miles

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Munchies : Burgers, Wings And Milkshakes - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪restaurant kapcim - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bonzo Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Coupole - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Roof Bar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Riad Ghazal

Guesthouse near the airport, remodeled in 2024
Consider a stay at Riad Ghazal and take advantage of free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bicycle parking, a billiards/pool table, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls, and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Changing tables, highchairs, and baby baths
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and portable fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Changing table
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - April 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.15 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: EUR 3 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Riad Ghazal Essaouira
Riad Ghazal Guesthouse
Riad Ghazal Guesthouse Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Does Riad Ghazal have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Riad Ghazal pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Riad Ghazal?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riad Ghazal?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riad Ghazal?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Riad Ghazal located?

Situated near the airport, this guesthouse is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Essaouira Mogador Golf Course and within 6 mi (10 km) of Essaouira Beach and Dar Souiri. Bab Sba and Gallery d’Art Damgaard are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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