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Essaouira Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a winery, in the vicinity of Place Moulay el Hassan

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Garden
Garden
Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Living area
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Km 15, Marrakech Road, Ounagha, Essaouira, 44000
  • Place, Essaouira Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Skala du Port
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Essaouira Mogador Golf Course
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Suite, Terrace

Superior Suite, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Garden view

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Garden view

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House, 2 Bedrooms, Patio (Garden)

House, 2 Bedrooms, Patio (Garden)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Garden view

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Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Exterior

Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 300 sq m
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Garden view

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Garden view

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 160 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Single Beds
  • Park view

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Panoramic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Terrace, Park View

Panoramic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Terrace, Park View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Terrace
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Park view

About the area

Ounagha

A family-friendly stay in Ounagha awaits you at Essaouira Lodge. You'll be 17.9 km (11.1 mi) from Place Moulay el Hassan and 17.9 km (11.1 mi) from Skala de la Ville. Highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include a full-service spa, a winery and a restaurant. .A day of pampering at The Pool House can include massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with access to the sauna and steam room. The buffet restaurant, The Poo House, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, kids' club, Turkish bath/hammam and sauna. Other amenities include a children's swimming pool, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of a free beach shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Ounagha hotel include Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum and Skala du Port.

What's nearby

  • Ounara Mosque - 21 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Essaouira Beach - 29 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Skala du Port - 34 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Sidi Kaouki Beach - 36 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 37 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant jardins des douars - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Km 20 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Fromagerie - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Assouss Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Roc eden's kitchen - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Essaouira Lodge

Family-friendly hotel with a winery, in the vicinity of Place Moulay el Hassan
A winery is on site. Essaouira Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily.

A children's pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Essaouira Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Ounagha hotel.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 20 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Winery on site
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Essaouira Lodge offers 31 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. 35-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.
The Pool House has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle up to 12 km
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Poo House

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Winery
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Treatment room
  • Turkish bath

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 stairways
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 20 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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 are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 19.80 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: MAD 275.00 per vehicle (return)

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

We should mention

  • In accordance with local laws, unmarried guests may be restricted from sharing rooms. Guests are obligated to provide proof of marriage, if requested by the property.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Essaouira Lodge
Essaouira Lodge Ounagha
Essaouira Ounagha
Essaouira Lodge Hotel
Essaouira Lodge Ounagha
Essaouira Lodge Hotel Ounagha

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Essaouira Lodge?

Essaouira Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Essaouira Lodge?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Essaouira Lodge?

The closest beach to Essaouira Lodge is Essaouira Beach (12.8 km).

Is there a spa on site at Essaouira Lodge?

Yep, The Pool House is available for guests. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Essaouira Lodge have a pool?

Essaouira Lodge has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Essaouira Lodge?

Essaouira Lodge features a full-service spa, a winery and an outdoor pool.

What makes Essaouira Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and an attached winery, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Essaouira Lodge.

Is Essaouira Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's club and a children's pool, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Essaouira Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Essaouira Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Essaouira Lodge?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Essaouira Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Essaouira Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Essaouira Lodge?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Essaouira Lodge, with food and water bowls on offer.

Is there a golf course on site at Essaouira Lodge?

There is a golf course next to Essaouira Lodge.

Essaouira Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 54 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Trilby

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming property with a good pool. Rooms were spacious and we had a good view. The surrounding area is essentially desert and the free shuttle or a car are essential.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janett

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liseli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful lodge surroundings but limited dining options which were happily overcome by the charming and extremely helpful staff. I'd recommend staying here only if you're looking for stillness and tranquility as it's a very off the beaten path location that's at least 20 mins from the city centre of Essaouira which is very charming but quiet too.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bader

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

Stay at Essaouira lodge

Amazing and good service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Rohit

8/10 Good

Neil, Rockwood

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older property but very clean and functional. Staff at front desk quite willing to help out with anything you need. Breakfast, lunch and dinner have nice buffets with good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ibrahim

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Great big property but in poor condition in parts.

Severe ant infestation in living room. Some cold water taps not working. No shower gel or shampoo in some bathrooms. No soap in one toilet. Another toilet flush not working. Terribly cleaned by maid service.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

J

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Don't stay there with children

One male member of staff tried to kiss our young daughter on the mouth. When we consulted the manager we were told this was "normal in Morocco". Apart from that the place is well designed pretty to look at but has seen better days. Cleanliness is an issue, especially when staying with kids
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Lovely, peaceful location but showing its age

One of the reasons we booked Essaouira Lodge was the promise of a kitchenette so we could do simple food preparation during our stay. However, the kitchen in our apartment lacked any of the bare essentials required to use it, such as cookware, cooking utensils, or cleaning products. After some back and forth with the staff we managed to get some beat-up pots and pans and a scrubbing brush; we had to forget about doing anything more complicated than boiling eggs. The kettle was filthy and the coffee maker needed an hour of amateur engineering and cleaning to bring it to working order. The apartment itself was quite nice but very much showing signs of age and cumulative lack of maintenance. The shuttle service back and forth from the city is excellent. The pool is nice and the staff in the restaurant/bar are lovely. The breakfast, however, is a bit grim.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice hotel, lovely staff.

We stayed here for 4 days and it was super relaxing. The pool area was great and the staff in the bar and restaurant were lovely. Our room was a little bit tired, and the bed was rock hard! There was also an awful smell from the shower which got progressively worse throughout our stay, they weren't very quick at resolving this which made it hard to spend time in the room. I had a massage at the hotel which was OK, but I would recommend getting one in the town as they are slightly better. Having the bus shuttle was brilliant as they take you into town whenever you request, and the driver was lovely. All in all I would recommend staying here as the price was so reasonable and the staff are so friendly, I was just a bit disappointed with our room, luckily we didn't spend much time in there!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Majid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I recommend this place for a family or couples. It’s amazing place , I’ll definitely go back .....
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elaine, Ireland

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

Relaxing hotel

This is a wonderful hotel. Very tranquil with excellent service. We felt very well looked after. The hotel is a bit far from the city but the shuttle service is excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Carina

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

Serene

The lodge itself is really lovely. Big rooms, nice pool and grounds, great service. Food is a little mediocre and quite a bit more than what we have paid elsewhere.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Florian, Offering shuttle service to and from the city, which we didn't use because we had our own car.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great place to relax

It seemed like a luxurious hotel based on the pictures and ratings. However, it is more like a nice but simple hotel with a great pool and wonderful gardens. Upon arrival a more welcoming manner would have been nice, but on the second day we felt the staff was a bit more attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

Tranquil oasis inside the Medina

Stayed at Riad Jona twice during our stay in Morocco and would definitely stay here again. Once inside the Riad it is very peaceful and tranquil and the staff were fantastic; made us very welcome and nothing was too much trouble for them. The Riad is beautifully decorated throughout.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ethel

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

Lovely hotel

It is a lovely hotel with a very good price.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable hotel in relaxed setting

Relaxing place to stay away from the more crowded town.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

great

Great hotel. Stayed with 2 kids and it was perfect for families. The staff, pool and entire experience was fantastic.

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Somerset,UK

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

Lovely, peaceful haven with fantastic staff

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Essaouira Lodge. The suites, apartments and villas are all beautiful and set in lovely gardens. The staff are extremely welcoming and helpful - they could not do enough to make our stay enjoyable. The food was lovely and they have a gorgeous and very relaxing massage room on site and hammam. The shuttle service to town is brilliant and it means you hardly even notice that you are staying outside the town as its so convenient. We would definitely recommend Essaouira Lodge as a delightful place to stay.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great value for money and lovely place

We stayed for a week at Essaouria Lodge which is about 15km out of Essaouira itself. The setting is lovely and is amazing value for money. We had a lovely breakfast every morning and a buffet lunch was always available. Evening meals had to be ordered in advance and we usually didn't have this. We almost had the place to ourselves. The hotel staff were very helpful. Little bits are tired. The gym equipment doesn't all work, the air conditioned bus is a bit less grand than billed, there is no wifi and the pre ordering for dinner are slight niggles but for the price I don't consider these to be a huge issue. If you want it all to be perfect then pay for that somewhere else. The free bus into town was always available for us and always on time and made a real difference to our experience. The weather is better just that little bit out of tow. If you want peace and quiet at a great price this is a fantastic spot.

10/10 Excellent

Abdelkader

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025