Small Boutique hotels in ESSAOUIRA

Located between the sandy beach and the busy Old Town, this lovely little place offers traditional Morroccan hospitality with contemporary comforts and style. Enjoy a good night’s sleep in the spacious rooms. Each bedroom is unique in terms of its layout and views, but all feature their own private bathroom and air-conditioning . Some rooms have a fireplace, or a sofa, and can accommodate more than two people. Explore the historic area of the medina easily on foot, with its mesmerizing mix of sights, smells, and sounds. Relax on the onsite terrace with its expansive views of the sea. Savor fresh seafood in the onsite restaurant bistro at Madada Mogador.

Located in the heart of Essaouira's historic medina, Dar Maya is a small luxury boutique hotel with a rooftop hot tub and traditional hammam. Offering stunning ocean views from the terrace, the hotel is a few minutes walk to all the main attractions and amenities, including the bustling cafés and restaurants, souks, port and beach. With just five rooms in a chic, tranquil riad, Dar Maya oozes elegance, subtlety and intimacy, and offers a unique mix of understated Moroccan décor and contemporary European style. Perfect for relaxing stays in Essaouira, after a busy day's sightseeing or beach and water activities, guests can wind down in the hammam, or enjoy the outdoor hot-tub on the terrace. All room rates at Riad dar Maya include a tasty breakfast, which can be enjoyed on the rooftop terrace, in the dining room, or the patio. Riad dar Maya also serves delicious, simple, fresh daily-changing evening menus, based on the finest locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, particularly fish and seafood. There is also a menu of hot and cold snacks, drinks and beverages, available throughout the day.

Enjoying fabulous views over the bay of Essaouira, Villa de l'Ô is a spectacularly restored and decorated traditional 17th century riad. With an elegant combination of Oriental, colonial and African styles, Villa de l'Ô features natural stone, delicately carved wood, rich fabrics and natural hides in a striking décor that offers surprises at every corner. This charming property offers luxurious boutique accommodation, great food and top class service in a fabulous waterfront location. A perfect hideaway for relaxing stays in this fascinating resort, Villa de l'Ô is just footsteps from the beach, and is within easy reach of many of Essaouira's most important landmarks and attractions - the port, the Medina and its ramparts, the medieval citadel, along with countless cafés, restaurants and art galleries. Villa de l'Ô's friendly, attentive staff can organise city tours, arrange tee-offs at the excellent Golf de Mogador Essaouira course, book kite-surf or surf lessons, or reserve horse riding and quad trips on the sands. Guests at Villa de l'Ô also enjoy access to Hotel Ôcean Vagabond's swimming pool, just a five minute walk away. Villa de l'Ô's unique on-site facilities include the spectacular Ôxygène roof terrace, the safari and French baroque style lounges, Ôbène and Ôracle lounges, and Ôasis, the cool, colonnaded inner courtyard, with comfortable furnishings, lush greenery and splashing fountains. After a busy day on the beach or sightseeing, guests can unwind at the Ôsmose ''SPA'', with its hammam and a range of oriental massages and treatment, while the Ôxygen & Ôasis Restaurants serve delicious light meals based on traditional Moroccan cuisine and continental dishes. Dining can be enjoyed either in the central courtyard or on the rooftop terrace, with spectacular views over the Medina and the bay of Essaouira.

The beautiful Hotel Villa Maroc is located within the walls of the Medina of Essaouira, a traditional town on the Atlantic coast of Morocco. This welcoming and calm boutique hotel is found in two 18th century merchants' houses built around peaceful interior gardens and patios. Today, the Hotel Villa Maroc contains 21 guest rooms, several cosy lounges, a wellness centre, restaurant and large terrace with sea views. The interiors of the Hotel Villa Maroc offer the intimacy and comfort of a traditional riad with all the modern conveniences of a luxury hotel. Not surprisingly, the Hotel Villa Maroc has become a favourite haunt for artists and writers enamoured with its friendly, beautiful and authentic atmosphere in Essaouira, Morocco.

Located by the seafront of Essaouira, Villa Quieta is situated in a former noble family palace, surrounded by a large, shaded garden. Just ten minutes from the city centre, but far from the hustle and bustle of the main streets, Villa Quieta is an outstanding example of traditional architecture restored and renovated to provide all modern comforts. This charming property offers luxurious boutique-style accommodation and warm, welcoming service in delightful seafront setting. One of the brightest and sunniest spots in Essaouira, and entirely free from humidity, Villa Quieta is perfect for relaxing stays in this buzzing resort. Just footsteps from the main beach, the hotel is also within easy reach of all the towns most important landmarks and attractions, including the port, the Kasbah and the old Medina. A surfer's paradise, guests can enjoy a variety of wind and wave based activities close by the villa. Villa Quieta has just fifteen spacious, elegantly appointed rooms, including two suites, all beautifully furnished in cedar. All rooms are air-conditioned, have en-suite bathrooms, and come with a range of modern amenities, including Wi-Fi and mini-bars. There is also a large outdoor swimming pool, and 24-hour secure parking.