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Riad Etoile d'Essaouira

3.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Property entrance
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$96
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar

Explore the area

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2 Rue Kadissiya Melah Kdim, Essaouira, 44000
  • Place, Skala de la Ville
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Place Moulay el Hassan
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Essaouira Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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City Quadruple Room

City Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Twin Room

  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Essaouira

Riad Etoile d'Essaouira places you in the centre of Essaouira, connected to a shopping centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan. Highlights at this riad include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This riad offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a library and a terrace. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Medina riad include Essaouira Beach and Essaouira Mogador Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Skala de la Ville - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Essaouira Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Skala du Port - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mandala Society - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Al Khaima - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Des Reves - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sisterhood (Coffee, Vintage & Events) - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Riad Etoile d'Essaouira

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Public spaces have free WiFi. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours), a train station pick-up service and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Riad Etoile d'Essaouira. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Essaouira riad.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2008
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Riad Etoile d'Essaouira offers 11 accommodations with free newspapers and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Memory foam beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Essaouira riad provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Library
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Rooftop garden
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Riad Etoile d'Essaouira

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 20 per vehicle

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Etoile d'Essaouira
Riad Etoile
Riad Etoile d'Essaouira
Riad Etoile d'Essaouira Riad
Riad Etoile d'Essaouira Essaouira
Riad Etoile d'Essaouira Riad Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riad Etoile d'Essaouira?

Riad Etoile d'Essaouira offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Riad Etoile d'Essaouira?

As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riad Etoile d'Essaouira on 11 Mar 2026 start from NZ$96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Riad Etoile d'Essaouira?

Yep, Riad Etoile d'Essaouira is a short 8-minute walk from Essaouira Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, surfing and waterskiing. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

What makes Riad Etoile d'Essaouira a romantic place to stay?

24-hour room service, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Riad Etoile d'Essaouira.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riad Etoile d'Essaouira?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Riad Etoile d'Essaouira?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Riad Etoile d'Essaouira's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riad Etoile d'Essaouira?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Riad Etoile d'Essaouira?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Riad Etoile d'Essaouira?

There is a golf course next to Riad Etoile d'Essaouira.

Riad Etoile d'Essaouira Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 57 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean well ran Riad excellent location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Mohammed A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Aaron

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
The Riad was ok. You pay what you get for. Staff was very nice and the location was fine. The parking was 15 mns away so with bags it is not ideal. Very noisy because of work taking place next door. Late at night and early morning. I recommend the toad but I won’t go back .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Riad for a short stay in the center

Hotel well located to explore Essaouira. Rooms are a bit dated but ok for the price paid. The neighbourhood of the hotel feels safe. Breakfast is delicious and served by a friendly and welcoming lady. The hotel receptionist does ask what exact time you plan to come back at night when you leave in the evening.. As we were going out and did not care for a curfew, we made it clear that we can not give an exact timing, luckily he did wait for us to come back.. Overall experience was good for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
This is a mid-range riad in the Medina. Staff super-friendly. Decor could do with a wash and brush-up. Bed comfortable. Room freezing - end-November. Hot water but basic shower head. Towels grubby but changed every day. Breakfast, as ever, a bit samey. Overall, it’s ok for the money, but I could have chosen better for my first visit. Would re-visit Essaouira but would stay somewhere else.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was good. The room was clean and comfort. Hotel upgraded us to 4 people room. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service

Very decent budget hotel

It was a lovely visit to the hotel. We booked knowing that it was as a budget option and we were well aware that it might not be high on comfort. It was absolutely fine and the price and the location were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

MIchelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

artsy bungalow

cute little place, big rooms, excellent location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

confusing online reservations

Generally a good option. The only problem was my reservation said "free breakfast" and their data said breakfast was not included. The explanation was the website searcher always says "free breakfast". The solution the boss was giving me was to complain to the searcher! After one hour of having me without having eaten at 10 a.m., he did not understand that if searchers give confusing information, the riad should contact them to avoid similar situations in the future. It was not until the second night that I was offered the breakfast. So clarifying this point saves time and problems!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Cessalee, New York

Decent hotel, nice breakfast

Based on my riad experiences in Marrakech, I was a bit let down by the Riad Etoile d'Essaouira. The check in area was a bit rushed and they tried to charge me much more than my rate. They also wouldn't allow me to pay with credit card or US dollars which was frustrating because I was on my second to last day and didn't have much cash left in dirhams. The area was fine, it's in the middle of the main shopping area and was fairly quiet at night. The view from the rooftop was rather nice and the breakfast was good. Overall, I think a three star rating is accurate.

8/10 Good

alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very nice Riad

We spent two nights in this Riad that we booked at the last minute and that was the cheapest option we found. We were surprised to find a very nice and clean Riad in the Medina of Essaouira. The rich breakfast was included and the wi-fi worked perfectly in the room. Just the size of the rooms is quite small. Not a big deal for us

8/10 Good

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little Riad

Overall very good hotel, a little over cost, needs better directions since no street signs and no one understood street names when said in English. Asked for TV remote control twice, never given, but never used TV so no big deal. Centrally located with fairly nice terrace. Staff quite friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice staff and delicious breakfast

The staff were kind and held our bags for hours after check out. They cleaned the rooms nicely and made us feel welcome

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

bablur, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice ryad, but congested and no heating

Nice ryad, very conveniently located in the heart of medina, within walking distance to most attractions. The ryad is congested, the small bed in the Atique was of no use because of the poor quality bed and mattress. The breakfast was very good and staff were very helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small and friendly!

Pretty little riad in the heart of the medina for an unbeatable price. Delicious breakfast included. Very friendly staff!

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Riad

Riad was fantastic. Is lovely, calm, and quiet, yet close to the sights and action of Marrakech. Aziz is very friendly and helpful, and the room and rooftop terrace were perfect. My only qualm with the Riad is that it is very difficult to find. Definitely take Aziz up on his offer to pick you up at the airport, as I'm not sure how one would find it without already knowing where it is. I'm still not sure how we managed to find our way back each night, but we did! In all, a great place to stay, particularly for the price. Would highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

JULIEN

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jean marie

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personnel discret et sympathique. Pour le wifi c'était un peu juste Dommage nous sommes arrivé quand les voisins faisait des travaux Hotel de bonne qualité
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

André

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Authentiek hotel, waarschijnlijk honderden jaren oud! Middenin de Medina, heel sfeervol. Wel vrij stoffig, maar dat kan ook haast niet anders in deze Windcity.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mezri

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Idéalement situé dans la médina d'Essaouira. Au calme, chambre spacieuse, petit déjeuner copieux. Je recommande vivement
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021