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RIAD HOTEL ESSAOUIRA, Marrakesh – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Riad Zitoune Kedim 3, Derb Sidi Bouloukate,
Marrakesh,
Morocco,
Marrakesh–Safi
- Steps from Djemaa El Fna
Great
8.4
3.2
Loved by Riad Hotel Essaouira guests
"Nice riad in the Medina, perfect position, very close to the infamous Jemaa el-Fnaa square."
"The breakfast is great, slightly different every morning, but plenty to eat."
"The hospitality and kindness from the woman responsible for the cleaning services and the great location of the hotel."
"It's very pretty and well located on a lovely street near the main square."
"Location, decor, staff, breakfast, cleanliness, amazingly quiet location considering its proximity to the souks and square."
5-star luxury Riad in Essaouira
Rooms
Each room in Riad Hotel Essaouira is individually decorated, showcasing Moroccan artistry and offering a cozy ambiance. Guests may choose among various room types, including
Dining
Riad Hotel Essaouira features an on-site restaurant serving
Location
Situated close to the
Wellness
Guests can unwind with a range of wellness services including
Highlights
Riad Hotel Essaouira provides a
Highlights
Location: Close to historic medina and artisan shops
Dining: On-site restaurant serves traditional dishes
Rooms: Individually decorated rooms with en-suite bathrooms
Wellness: Moroccan hammam and massage treatments available
Must-do experiences
- Visit the bustling souks for unique spices and handicrafts.
- Try the local tagine at Ahlam for an authentic dining experience.
- Explore the historic Medina and its stunning architecture.
- Take a sunset camel ride along Essaouira's beautiful beach.
- Don't miss the vibrant art scene at Galerie d'Art Damgaard.
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Choose the Room
From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Economy Double Room
2 persons
90 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
155 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
room details
Standard Double Room
2 persons
120 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Family Suite
2 persons
220 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Amenities
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Patio
- Terrace
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
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Riad Hotel Essaouira Location
Riad Zitoune Kedim 3, Derb Sidi Bouloukate,
Marrakesh,
Morocco,
Marrakesh–Safi
Map view
Riad Zitoune Kedim 3, Derb Sidi Bouloukate,
Marrakesh,
Morocco,
Marrakesh–Safi
City landmarks
Museum
Jardin Majorelle
1.5
mi
Landmark
Palacio da Bahia
3200 ft
Museum
Dar Si Said
2500 ft
Cemetery
Saadian Tombs
3700 ft
Landmark
Badi Palace
3500 ft
Gallery
Maison de la Photographie
4800 ft
Museum
Medersa Ben Youssef
4100 ft
Mosque
Koutoubia Mosque
2200 ft
Landmark
Dar el Bacha Musee Des Confluences
2800 ft
Museum
Marrakech Museum
4000 ft
Historic Site
Le Jardin Secret
3800 ft
Landmark
Musee Tiskiwin
2500 ft
Landmark
Cyber Park
3400 ft
Landmark
Musee de Marrakech
2600 ft
Museum
heritage museum marrakesh
2700 ft
Gallery
Dar Bellarj
2800 ft
Museum
The Orientalist Museum of Marrakech
4500 ft
Museum
Museum of mouassine Douiria Derb el Hammam
3800 ft
Cemetery
Jewish Cemetery Miaara
3200 ft
Landmark
Bab Agnaou
2700 ft
Store
Max & Jan
2800 ft
Museum
Musee Boucharouite
2000 ft
Landmark
Dar Moulay Ali
2100 ft
Landmark
Aromatimri
2200 ft
Landmark
Slat Al Azama Synagogue
2400 ft
Landmark
Ali Ben Youssef Mosque
2600 ft
Landmark
Al-Mansur Mosque
2600 ft
Landmark
Rahba Kedima Square
3000 ft
Landmark
Mellah
3800 ft
Nearby
Square
Jemaa el-Fnaa
1900 ft
Restaurants
Les Terrasses de Jemaa El Fna
1200 ft
No.2 Rue Riad Zitoun El Kdim La Place Jemaa El Fna
Le Grand Balcon Cafe Glacier
1700 ft
Jemaa El Fna
La Patisserie des Princes
500 ft
32 Rue Bab Agnaou
Restaurant Cafe Casa Sophia
1000 ft
Riad Zitoun Elkadim
Earth Cafe Marrakech
1100 ft
N 2 Derb Zitoun Elkdim Medina Ather add. Jewish quarter mellah medina
Jemaa ElFna Restaurant
2500 ft
Boulevard des banques rue Zaari N 42 Kennaria
Cafe de France
1800 ft
Place Jemaa El Fna
La Maison Du Couscous
700 ft
59 Sidi Bouloukate Rue du Prince
Zeitoun Cafe
1900 ft
107 Place Djemaa El Fna
Villa medina
1800 ft
Derb ftheu ftouh medina Marrakech
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 13:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Riad Essaouira provides visitors with a free full breakfast.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
German, Spanish, Arabic
Number of rooms:
20
Former name
riad hôtel essaouira
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Pros
Authentic Riad
Central location
Helpful staff
Delicious breakfast
Cons
Sewage odor
Unstable WiFi
Guest reviewsbased on 693 reviews
Luke from United Kingdom
Single
Standard Twin Room
4 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: February 02, 2026
9.0/10
Really good Service and Great Location
beautiful interiorrooftop terracehelpful staffdifferent room
The hotel features a beautiful interior. A lovely rooftop terrace exists. I enjoyed breakfast there with views of other Riads. Staff members were fantastic. Each one was helpful. The breakfast was delicious every morning. It always provided something special. The gentleman serving breakfast was especially helpful. He shared tips about local taxis.
We were given a different room than the one booked. The room in the pictures looked much bigger. The layout and window placement also differed. We received a cramped, small room instead. It was fine but not worth the price.
Rooms
8/10
The room was adequate, though not luxurious. Every day the room was cleaned. The rooms feature air conditioning that worked well.
Dining
9/10
Breakfast is served on the rooftop. The food was AMAZING!!! Breakfast service starts early. This suits guests leaving for early excursions.
Service
10/10
The staff was very friendly and helpful. He also provided advice. The cleaning ladies were very kind.
Location
9/10
The location is ideal within the city center. Most tourist sites are within walking distance. The hotel is close to the main square. The hotel is in a quiet side street.
Facilities
9/10
The Riad offers tourist services. Airport transfers are available. The hotel offers good wifi service. Printing of boarding passes is available.
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emerson from canada
Single
standard double room
5 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: January 15, 2026
9.3/10
superb stay!
beautiful interiorrooftop terracesewage stink
The riad boasts a beautiful interior and a lovely rooftop terrace. i ate breakfast there, and the view of other riads was amazing. the staff were fantastic. Each member was helpful. i spoke with the cleaner every morning. She was always smiling.
we were given a completely different room than the one booked. the room shown in the pictures was much bigger with a different layout. the terrace was large but had very few seating areas, and the sewage stank, so it was impossible to sit there longer.
Facilities
9/10
the hotel features a beautiful interior with traditional moroccan décor. the rooftop terrace offers panoramic views. every day cleaning maintained a high standard of cleanliness throughout the hotel.
Location
9/10
the riad is located no more than five minutes from the main medina. it is very accessible to nearby attractions. google maps provided accurate directions making it easy to find.
Service
10/10
the staff could not do enough for me. a staff member printed boarding passes after checkout, much appreciated!!!
Dining
9/10
breakfast was delicious every morning and never failed to disappoint. breakfast included juice and coffee. i received fruit and yogurt as well. the terrace provided a pleasant dining atmosphere.
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Jacob from United Kingdom
Family with children
Standard Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: January 03, 2026
9.3/10
Good stay in a cozy riad
convenient locationhelpful staffvaried breakfasthistorical trip
The location was very convenient for exploring local spots. Staff members were cute. They always offered help with directions. Breakfast, served from 07:30 to 11:30, had great variety. I appreciated the availability of trips to historic Ait Ben Haddou (a real gem!).
I noticed the absence of ample seating on the terrace, a slight inconvenience for enjoying extended periods outdoors.
Facilities
9/10
The common areas featured neat, traditionally decorated corridors on each level, reflecting the beauty of the area. I noticed the meticulous care evident in every corner, including the central ground area.
Rooms
9/10
The standard double room offered a spacious environment, cleanliness, and comfortable amenities, like the bed and shower. The room also featured thoughtful decorations, such as flowers and artistically shaped towels (thanks to the lovely Noura!).
Dining
10/10
Breakfast impressed me with its good food and abundant quantity, the food was prepared with care. The service during breakfast was attentive, a highlight of each morning (especially the fresh juices!).
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steven from united states
Single
standard double room
4 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: December 15, 2025
6/10
mixed experience
airport pickupunfriendly staff
my arrival was not smooth. i had arranged an airport pickup, i provided all flight details ahead of time. however, no one was there to meet me. it was annoying to figure out transport at that hour. also, the staff didn't seem particularly friendly or helpful. i found the general atmosphere a bit cold for my liking.
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Samantha from United States
Single
Standard Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: December 03, 2025
8.5/10
Good Location and Accommodating Staff
central locationhelpful staffrooftop terracebathroom storage
The location was convenient. Markets and restaurants were nearby. The staff was kind. Breakfast on the terrace had sunrise view. I appreciated its simplicity. I arranged an excursion through the hotel, and I found it well organized. The trip was pleasant. The hotel interior had a beautiful design. The rooftop terrace allowed breakfast with views. The staff booked taxis for me. They provided advice.
The bathroom lacked storage. I needed a shelf. There was nowhere for me to put my things after entering.
Dining
9/10
Breakfast is served on the rooftop terrace each morning with a view. The service started early. This suited excursions. The gentleman who served breakfast gave useful taxi tips and directions.
Facilities
8/10
The riad has air conditioning for the room and I found it spacious. The location is five minutes from the main Medina. The interior design is well maintained. The rooms are kept clean daily.
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thomas from united kingdom
Single
standard double room
4 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: November 23, 2025
8.5/10
central and clean riad experience
central locationhearty breakfasthelpful staff
the riad was clean and well kept. i especially liked the hearty breakfast served on the terrace. the location was central, with access to various sights. the staff was always available and helpful (they were very cute, in my opinion). i was pleased with the excursion proposed by the riad. it was both pleasant and well-organized.
Location
9/10
the riad is situated conveniently, allowing easy movement to different attractions. it is no more than five minutes from the main medina. this proximity made exploring the area quite straightforward.
Service
9/10
i found them very helpful when seeking local advice. the cleaner greeted guests with a smile each morning and she was lovely.
Facilities
8/10
the riad features a beautiful interior. the rooftop terrace provided a view of nearby riads. rooms are spacious and include air conditioning (that was important in the heat).
Dining
8/10
breakfast is served on the rooftop terrace. the breakfast included juice, coffee, eggs, bread, fruit, and yogurt. the gentleman serving breakfast was very helpful, especially with local taxi tips.
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