Essaouira

Travel 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
Young Caucasian woman looking at  scenic view from roof in Essaouria

Where to stay in Essaouira

Port

Essaouira Coast

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Essaouira Coast is popular for its beaches, and you can check out Essaouira Beach, a top attraction in the neighborhood.

Essaouira Coast
Watching sunset.

Medina

4.5/5(46 area reviews)

Medina is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Skala de la Ville and Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum.

Medina
Vue panoramique sur la ville d'Agadir depuis la Kasbah

Ahl Agadir

5/5(6 area reviews)

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

Chbanat

While Chbanat might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan.

Chbanat
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Quartier des Dunes

When in Quartier des Dunes, you can plan a visit to Essaouira Beach and Skala du Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bab Marrakech Tower and Bab Sba are ...
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
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Coté Océan Mogador
Océan Vagabond

Océan Vagabond

4 out of 5
4 Boulevard Lalla Aichaangle Essaouira
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Bab Marrakech Tower and Bab Sba ...
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
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Bab Marrakech Tower and Bab Sba ...
Résidence Louzani
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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Reviews of Essaouira

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Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful fish restaurants

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

One of our very favorite places to visit! We will definitely be back.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The people are very peaceful, helpful and kind. The weather and the cuisine are  Especially for a New Yorker trying to escape winter! It’s also a beautiful destination that isn’t overrun by tourists in bikinis and flip flops 朗

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Essaouira is my favorite city anywhere in the world. Anytime I visit Morocco I come here, and have made true friends. Just walking through the old town many of the shop owners and local merchants remember me and spot me before I spot them. Amazing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Essaouira was our favorite city that we visited in Morocco - a charming little beach town with a chill, relaxed vibe and so much character! Beautiful medina with intriguing corridors and stunning views of the ocean. Can’t wait to go back!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Essaouira is one of our favorite places and have been visiting for a long time. Lovely city to relax and enjoy the beach.

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