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Riad Kafila

3.0 star property

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A room with two wooden chairs, a wooden table, and a large window overlooking the sea.
A cozy room with wooden furniture, large windows with blue frames, and a view of the ocean.
A courtyard with a high ceiling, white walls, and a wooden balcony. There are potted plants, a table with chairs, and a sofa.
A breakfast table with various dishes, a vase with a single flower, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A bedroom with a bed, white walls, a wooden ceiling, a window with a view of the sea, and a small table with a plant.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
4 July - 5 July

Explore the area

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Rue Yamen 4bis, Essaouira, 44000
  • Place, Skala de la Ville
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bayt Dakira
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Place Moulay Hassan
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, Ocean View (N° 1)

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a view of the sea, and a table with a vase.

Family Room, Ocean View (N° 1)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View (N° 2)

A bedroom with a bed, wooden ceiling, a window with a view, a wooden dresser, and a bedside table with a tissue box and flowers.

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View (N° 2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View (N° 3)

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the sea through a window.

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View (N° 3)

  • Ocean view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Ocean View (N° 4)

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a chair, a window, and a painting on the wall.

Premium Double Room, Ocean View (N° 4)

  • Ocean view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Ocean View (N° 5)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

Premium Double Room, Ocean View (N° 5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Twin Room (N° 6)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, a hanging light fixture, and a framed picture on the wall.

Premium Twin Room (N° 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room (N° 7)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted shelf, and a decorative wall piece.

Standard Double Room (N° 7)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Essaouira

Riad Kafila places you steps from Skala de la Ville and within a short 5-minute stroll of Place Moulay Hassan. Highlights at this riad include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages, sports massages, detox wraps and body wraps along with access to the steam room. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a Turkish bath/hammam. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Medina riad include Skala du Port and Essaouira Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Skala de la Ville - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bayt Dakira - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Place Moulay Hassan - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Le Real Mogador - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Essaouira Clock Tower - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Mare - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Salut Maroc - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brunch & Co - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dar Baba Restaurant & More - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brotherhood Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Riad Kafila

Riad Kafila offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at Riad Kafila. An area shuttle within 200 kilometres and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee.

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

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Dining venue
Riad Kafila offers 7 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. This Essaouira riad provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the riad's full-service spa. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 5 per day)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 200 kilometres

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Books
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Stereo
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35.0 per day.

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 2.80 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 (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 5 per day (1312 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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 credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 44000MH1961

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the riad before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Riad Kafila.

Property is also known as

Riad Kafila Essaouira
Riad Kafila
Kafila Essaouira
Riad Riad Kafila Essaouira
Essaouira Riad Kafila Riad
Riad Riad Kafila
Riad Kafila Essaouira
Riad Kafila Essaouira
Riad Kafila
Kafila Essaouira
Riad Riad Kafila Essaouira
Essaouira Riad Kafila Riad
Riad Riad Kafila
Riad Kafila Essaouira
Kafila
Riad Kafila Riad
Riad Kafila Essaouira
Riad Kafila Riad Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riad Kafila?

Riad Kafila offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Riad Kafila?

As of 1 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riad Kafila on 4 Jul 2026 start from NZ$165, 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 Kafila?

Yep, Riad Kafila is a short 10-minute walk from Essaouira Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, body boarding and swimming.

Is there a spa on site at Riad Kafila?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Riad Kafila. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as sports massages.

Does Riad Kafila serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary full brekkie is on offer daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riad Kafila?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Riad Kafila?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Riad Kafila's onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riad Kafila?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Riad Kafila?

No, pets are not allowed.

Riad Kafila Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Breakfast was excellent - best we had on this trip. Rooftop terrace with a great ocean view!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esraa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and the staff 10/10 It was same as the pictures and exactly what I wanted!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Véronique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean. The staff was very nice. I will stay here again.We loved the Riad it was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful Riad and the breakfast was amazing. It had such a wonderful view and the staff were so friendly and would do anything to help including giving advice about where to go and what to see. Only thing to keep in mind is that it says there is a spa on site but there is not in fact a spa on site, they just refer you to one close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay with a beautiful view and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

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

Enjoyed Riad Kalifa very much!

Super comfortable, amazing breakfast excellent location and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had the ocean view room which was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing riad, with people that work here! Recommended 1000000%
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff attention. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

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

Beautiful Riad on the ocean

We loved the décor, the ravishing views on the ocean, the delicious breakfast and the above average service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room and the dining room was epic. The breakfast was outstanding both days.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Great view

Good hotel with excellent views of the ocean. Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diogo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very nice people. We love it
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An ocean oasis! Morning
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location on the water in the old Medina
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was there to enjoy Essaouira and I did. The surfing, shops, food. Riad Kafila was amazing! Great staff, sooo comfortable, clean, great location. Nice breakfast. I loved it there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Achraf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was amazing. I enjoyed the seaview from our room and from the rooftop. Riad was close to many shops and dining options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my favorite place I stayed in Morocco. The staff was above and beyond. The breakfasts, housekeeping, and help coordinating travel were all great perks. This riad is also very nicely appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful Moroccan Riad on the foot of the Medina facing the Atlantic Ocean. Wonderful location with lovely Moroccan decor. The rooms are basic and small, but the property is lovely and the hotel manager, Ronone (spelling??), will make your stay incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing stay for such a cheap price. The hotel staff were unbelievably friendly and our room was cleaned to a high standard every day with fresh towels. Breakfast was wonderful and WiFi was fast and reliable. It was a little cold during our stay and I requested an additional duvet and the staff sorted me one there and then. For the price we paid I was over the moon with the hotel and service. The view was amazing too.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked room #1 with ocean view, we loved it. Room is big as well as bathroom, view of the ocean is incredible and sound of the waves hitting the rock is relaxing. We visited in March so it was little cold but there was a little portable electric heater that we used ( didn’t see an AC but they might have portable one similar to the heater) . Now there’s few things that other might care about that we didn’t. They have small water heater located in the bathroom which limits your shower time and you’ll have to wait before the second person takes one. WiFi was weak at that room but with a view like that I’m ok with it, but you can go downstairs and get better signal.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and the breakfast area were great. The price was fine. Mr. Abdul was an excellent host. The bed was cold and I think damp. The location was good for us in the old town. Easy to find etc. It was nice to stay in an authentic riad
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a cute hotel tucked away on the far side of the medina, nestled against the windswept ocean walls. The highlight is surely the wonderful breakfast set against the backdrop of an incredible ocean view. The staff here were friendly and efficient. My room on the ground floor was basic but clean. The only window was out into the attractive courtyard. Good wifi and a terrace with dramatic ocean views. There's also a fantastic restaurant just around the corner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karolina

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

Fantastic ocean view and great hospitality

We sadly stayed here only for 1 night. Wish we could spend more time in the lovely town of Essaouira and in Riad Kafila. The team of the riad made us feel extremely welcome and right at home. They were super nice and helpful. Our room (no 3) overlooking the Atlantic Ocean had one of the best views ever. It was amazing to wake up and watch the huge ocean waves crashing on the rocks. Breakfast was plentiful, tasty and very generous, we didn't need lunch that day! Location is also good, very close to the city walls, great for sunset. Some lovely restaurants in close vicinity and of course shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022