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Hotels Near Mogador Island in Essaouira

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Madada Mogador
Madada MogadorMadada Mogador
Old Medina | 1.66km from Mogador Island
With a stay at Madada Mogador in Essaouira (Ahl Agadir), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Essaouira Beach and Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum. This beach bed & breakfast is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Place Moulay el Hassan and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Skala de la Ville. Relax and unwind with massages and facials. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge). Grab a bite to eat at the bed & breakfast's restaurant, which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours). Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and complimentary weekday newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Excellent
57 review
4.5/5
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Riad Emotion
Riad EmotionRiad Emotion
Old Medina | 1.93km from Mogador Island
With a stay at Riad Emotion, you'll be centrally located in Essaouira, just a 4-minute walk from Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum and 6 minutes by foot from Skala de la Ville. This riad is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Essaouira Beach and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Place Moulay el Hassan. Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. This riad also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Take advantage of the riad's room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 9 AM to 11 AM. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours). Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.

GGuest User 2021.09.20
Riad Emotion is an amazing spot to stay in Essaouira. The light hits this riad perfectly as the fresh air and sun of the wind city sweep you in. The entrance, rooms, and roof terrace could not be more peaceful. Right off of the medina but still close enough to the action. All said, we were lucky enough to travel to Morocco in May after getting the vaccine and while much was still on lockdown they welcomed arms. Cannot recommend Riad Emotion enough! Riad Emotion est un endroit incroyable pour séjourner à Essaouira. La lumière frappe parfaitement ce riad alors que l'air frais et le soleil de la ville du vent vous envahissent. L'entrée, les chambres et la terrasse sur le toit ne pourraient pas être plus paisibles. Juste à côté de la médina mais toujours assez proche de l'action. Tout compte fait, nous avons eu la chance de voyager au Maroc en mai après avoir reçu le vaccin et alors que beaucoup étaient encore bloqués, ils ont accueilli les armes. Je ne saurais trop recommander le Riad Emotion!
Outstanding
17 review
4.7/5
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Villa Garance
Villa GaranceVilla Garance
Old Medina | 1.94km from Mogador Island
With a stay at Villa Garance in Essaouira (Medina), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan. This golf riad is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Essaouira Beach and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Skala du Port. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. After practicing your swing on the golf course, you can enjoy other recreational amenities, which include bicycles to rent. This riad also features complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the riad's coffee shop/cafe. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-in, and express check-out. Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms. Conveniences include in-room child care (surcharge), and housekeeping is provided daily.

GGuest User 2023.10.20
The Villa Garance, whose location is central in Essaouira, has a clear charm of its past and the restoration made. The welcome by its owner is warm. The staff of the careful and very friendly breakfast. The hotel is a very nice hotel in the charming city of Essaouira, but it is a very nice hotel in the city of Essaouira.
Excellent
47 review
4.5/5
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Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort
Atlas Essaouira Riad ResortAtlas Essaouira Riad Resort
Essaouira Coast | 1.96km from Mogador Island
Located in Essaouira (Essaouira Coast), Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort is within a 5-minute drive of Essaouira Beach and Place Moulay el Hassan. This beach hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Skala de la Ville and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum. Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a hair salon. Enjoy international cuisine at LES ALIZES, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the swim-up bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee. Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 156 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

2019.06.18
It’s okay soon, the hotel in Morocco is basically the same, and there is a small episode in the middle. We waited for the kung fu waiter in the downstairs to think that we checked out and left the things in the room, but it’s all right. Looking back, everything else is ok
Very Good
69 review
4.1/5
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Ryad Watier & Spa
Ryad Watier & SpaRyad Watier & Spa
Old Medina | 2km from Mogador Island
With a stay at Ryad Watier in Essaouira (Medina), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Skala de la Ville and Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum. This riad is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Essaouira Beach and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Place Moulay el Hassan. Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this riad include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance. Satisfy your appetite for dinner at the riad's restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Meet other guests and eat at the complimentary reception. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

XXIAOCHUAN 2019.02.21
The hotel is five minutes from the bus down and the central block. Because it is not the peak season, it is very quiet, the room is very clean and clean, and there is a balcony to sunbathe. Breakfast We also enjoy the sunny and beautiful coffee fresh orange juice on the roof. A seagull has been staring at the butter on our table, hahaha. The boss is a passionate Frenchman, very enthusiastic, and has been patiently pointing out the snacks on our street and the restaurants that can watch the sunset with good wines. We followed the guidance and all got very authentic food. The people of Essaouira were more enthusiastic than the Marrakech people. In short, very happy. Also enjoy it. Here are a few of the approximate environments in which hotels and rooms are shot.
Outstanding
53 review
4.8/5
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Riad le Khan Mogador
Riad le Khan MogadorRiad le Khan Mogador
Ahl Agadir | 2.02km from Mogador Island
With a stay at Le Khan Mogador in Essaouira (Medina), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Place Moulay el Hassan and Essaouira Beach. This golf guesthouse is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Skala du Port and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Port of Essaouira. Pamper yourself with onsite massages or make use of the other amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and babysitting (surcharge). This guesthouse also features an arcade/game room, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby. You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Le Khan Mogador, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms. Your room comes with a Select Comfort bed. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and bathrobes.

Mmoralesw 2023.04.29
I spent a couple of nights with my wife after doing a country tour. So, the trip was to relax. The place itself and owner were very polite, breakfast was great. But there is always a but. When I booked, the main thing was parking. The description showed parking and that is incorrect. You have to park outside the medina and pay for it (US$5-7/night), then you need to hire a cart person to take your luggage into the hotel (unless you don't kind carrying yourself) About US$2. Since the place was to sleep and relax for a couple night, unfortunately the open floor design spread any sound from the bottom floor to the entire bldg, so if someone wakes up at 6am, for sure you will wake up as well. The site shows handicap accessible. I am not sure if there are rooms on the bottom floor, but you need to climb stairs for the other rooms, no elevator, so, not sure about accessibility. So, again, great location, wife (decorator) loved the decoration, but in my case, I just wanted to sleep in and rests after 2 weeks driving and the noise in the AM unfortunately did not help much. It is a small place so, if you have a family gathering and can occupy the 7-8 rooms, you will love it.
Excellent
22 review
4.3/5
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Riad Mimouna
Riad MimounaRiad Mimouna
2.05km from Mogador Island
With a stay at Riad Mimouna in Essaouira (Medina), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Skala de la Ville and Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum. This beach hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Essaouira Beach and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Place Moulay el Hassan. Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Stop by the hotel's restaurant for lunch or dinner. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service is provided. A complimentary continental breakfast is included. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. Make yourself at home in one of the 33 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

孙COCO的老公 2019.07.16
In a good local hotel, wake up in the morning by the seagull, breakfast to the restaurant on the top floor, facing the sea, the waves rolling, the seagulls coiled, the sun is shining, it is difficult to describe the beauty.
Excellent
72 review
4.4/5
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CHF 58
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Hôtel la Perle de Mogador
Hôtel la Perle de MogadorHôtel la Perle de Mogador
2.59km from Mogador Island
When you stay at La Perle de Mogador in Essaouira, you'll be in a provincial park, within a 5-minute drive of Essaouira Beach and Place Moulay el Hassan. This spa hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Skala du Port and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Skala de la Ville. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance. Enjoy a satisfying meal at Restaurant Mimosa serving guests of La Perle de Mogador. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 150 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and blackout drapes/curtains.

GGuest User 2022.12.07
Large groups of students aren't the easiest customers, but La Perle de Mogador provided a top-notch experience for everyone. During our stay, it was very rainy and they still were incredibly welcoming as we trudged water and dirt through their lobby. The hotel was incredibly clean and hospitable, 10/10 experience, would stay here again.
28 review
3.6/5
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CHF 56
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Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa
Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & SpaSofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa
3.79km from Mogador Island
Offering panoramic views of Mogador Golf Club, the Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf and Spa welcomes you to its beautiful, modern complex with subtle oriental touches. Our five-star hotel has 175 bedrooms, suites and villas equipped with air conditioning and WiFi, as well as an outdoor swimming pool, biological pool, fitness center and spa, 2 golf courses, 2 bars and 2 restaurants offering different ambiances. It also has 2 meeting rooms for your seminars.

AAlharmi 2022.12.19
Second stay at this lovely hotel, specious rooms, nice room view overlooking the ocean, amazing breakfast, will book again
55 review
3.8/5
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CHF 96
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Dar Ayman Essaouira
Dar Ayman EssaouiraDar Ayman Essaouira
8.31km from Mogador Island
With a stay at Dar Ayman Essaouira in Essaouira, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Essaouira Mogador Golf Course and Bordj el Berod. This hotel is 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from Essaouira Beach and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Sidi Kaouki Beach. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the beach shuttle (surcharge). Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Conveniences include complimentary bottled water and a turndown service, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Excellent
17 review
4.5/5
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CHF 68
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4.3/5
Excellent
GGuest UserVery pleasant riad, with a refined, bright decor, in the blues, as I like! We were on the 3rd floor, with direct exit to the terrace, rather small room, but very pleasant, cozy bedding, impeccable bathroom with easy-to-regulate shower (it's not always easy) Hearty breakfast with real juices squeezed orange or tangerine. Frédérique, the director and the staff are very welcoming, attentive and give very good advice Access is easy, very close to the Bab Chbanat, the beach, with a beautiful promenade is very close
Hôtel Emeraude Essaouira
Hôtel Emeraude Essaouira
Old Medina, Essaouira
Price per night from: CHF 34
4.3/5
Excellent
AantoineLovely riad inside the Medina but also very close to the bus station. Decoration could be a bit updated but we definitely have the charm of a riad. I would have prefer to be able to go in and out without knocking at main the door entrance each team but I guess it’s for safety reasons. Breakfast is not crazy but not bad and in winter the turn on the fireplace wich make a very nice vibe. Staff is discret but friendly
Casa Lila & Spa
Casa Lila & Spa
Old Medina, Essaouira
Price per night from: CHF 56
4.3/5
Excellent
GGuest UserStayed at Essaouira Lodge in August 2022 having booked it 2 years prior but postponed due to COVID. At the time of original booking we were impressed by the other reviews all saying how flexible the resort was, especially the shuttle service to and from Essaouira. Unfortunately this was not the experience we had - shuttle spots were limited and timetable was inflexible and we very much felt like times were engineered to keep you at the lodge for meal times, alternative being that you would be stuck in Essaouira for minimum of 4 hours. And that was if the shuttle ran on time which it did not. Local taxis are ”not allowed” to go to the resort so the only alternative are expensive tourist taxis. Food and drinks at Essaouira Lodge was nice but quite expensive, a family of 4 evening meal costing approx 80Euro not including alcohol. The staff were all really nice, but the service was less than ideal - Never enough loungers around the pool for the guests staying at the lodge, and the lodge would also take external guests making the situation worse. Pool towels were also rarely available. At breakfast every day there would not be enough coffee cups, you ALWAYS had to ask for something and as helpful as the staff were to provide what you needed, the next day would be the same situation again. We also had to change accommodation due to stray dogs in the resort waking us up at 6am.... the reception staff were less than helpful and actually became quite rude when we tried to arrange a change of room. Even after we changed rooms there were issues with ant infestations and the amenities not working - we tried to use the oven on 3 evenings to avoid the high restaurant prices but each time had to call for maintenance to come and fix the oven before we could use it. All in all we had a nice holiday, relaxing by the pool when we could secure loungers. But the Essaouira Lodge is not without its issues and despite the friendly staff, no improvements were made one day to the next. I would not recommend Essaouira Lodge and we will not return.
Essaouira Lodge
Essaouira Lodge
Essaouira
Price per night from: CHF 70
4.0/5
Very Good
GGuest UserMe and my husband are locals and we have stayed here one night to be repeated surely when coming to essaouira city. They give discounts for big groups and long term stays – I recommend contacting them directly for the best price. This is an authentic Moroccan riad loaded with antiques painstaking collected by the local owners over the years and decorated as a labor of love and coziness. Tea is happily provided when welcoming. Breakfast can be included with the room hot and fresh. There is a calm energy and a coziness about the place. They seem to love the riad and their guests. It is in an easy and fabulous location in the Medina. A short walk to the beach, the square, souk and squala. Finding it is super easy using google maps. I highly recommend this riad, especially for English speakers looking for an authentic Moroccan experience! Thank you Teresa and Loqman.
Hotel Dar El Qdima
Hotel Dar El Qdima
Old Medina, Essaouira
Price per night from: CHF 24

Frequently asked questions

Which hotels near Mogador Island are the most popular?

Hôtel le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery,Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & SpaandAtlas Essaouira Riad Resort are some of the most popular hotels.

What luxury hotels are near Mogador Island?

Hôtel le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery,Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & SpaandAtlas Essaouira Riad Resort are popular luxury hotels that aren't too expensive.

Which hotels near Mogador Island are popular with budget travelers?

Whether you're traveling for business or going on a vacation, Hotel Dar El Qdima,Al Jasira HotelandBerber Hostel are popular hotels at great price points.

What's the average price of hotels near Mogador Island this weekend?

According to Trip.com's data, the average price for a weekend night at hotels near Mogador Island in Essaouira is CHF 224. Prices fluctuate often; this rate is for reference only.

What hotels near Mogador Island offer breakfast?

A delicious breakfast is a great way to kick start your day. If you want to stay at a hotel with breakfast near Mogador Island in Essaouira, consider Hôtel le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery,Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & SpaandAtlas Essaouira Riad Resort . Be sure to book these popular hotels in advance!

What's the average price per night of hotels near Mogador Island?

According to Trip.com's data, the average price per night at hotels near Mogador Island in Essaouira is CHF 156. Prices fluctuate often; this rate is for reference only.

Which hotels near Mogador Island have free Wi-Fi?

Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, Wi-Fi is an essential. Hôtel le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery,Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & SpaandAtlas Essaouira Riad Resort are all popular hotels that have free Wi-Fi.

Which hotels near Mogador Island have gyms?

Since staying fit is important to a lot of guests, it's no surprise that gyms can be found in many hotels. Hôtel le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery,Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & SpaandAtlas Essaouira Riad Resort are some popular hotels with gyms.

What are some accessible hotels near Mogador Island?

Hôtel le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery,Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & SpaandAtlas Essaouira Riad Resort are popular accessible hotels.

What hotels near Mogador Island have non-smoking rooms?

Many guests care about the quality of the rooms they stay in and want to ensure that their rooms have fresh, clean air. Hôtel le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery,Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & SpaandAtlas Essaouira Riad Resort are all popular hotels with non-smoking rooms.

Which popular hotels near Mogador Island have parking?

If you're planning on driving to Mogador Island in Essaouira, why not stay at Hôtel le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery,Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & SpaandAtlas Essaouira Riad Resort ? These are all popular hotels with parking lots.

What hotels are recommended near Mogador Island?

If you're having a hard time choosing a hotel, consider staying at Romantic Stylish Riad with Two Fabulous Terraces,Riad ChbanateandRyad Watier & Spa , these hotels have great reviews. Be sure you book early!

Which popular hotels near Mogador Island have pools?

Summer is a great season to take your kids or family on a trip to Mogador Island in Essaouira. Hôtel le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery,Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & SpaandAtlas Essaouira Riad Resort are some popular hotels with pools.

What popular hotels near Mogador Island have restaurants?

If you like the idea of sampling local flavors while traveling, consider staying at Hôtel le Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa - MGallery,Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & SpaandAtlas Essaouira Riad Resort . There are plenty of restaurants that serve local dishes near these hotels.