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The Chill Art Hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

The Chill Art Hostel is located in Essaouira, 200 metres from Market Place and 400 metres from Othello Garden. The property is situated 2 km from Essaouira Assawak Assalam.

T
Theresa
From
Ireland
Welcoming and helpful staff, there is a great atmosphere in the hostel. The decor was lovely too. Excellent location and value for money
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,122 reviews
Price from
US$36.40
1 night, 2 adults

Essaouira trip hostel

Essaouira

Boasting a terrace, Essaouira trip hostel is set in Essaouira in the Marrakech-Safi region, less than 1 km from Plage d'Essaouira and 4.9 km from Golf de Mogador.

S
SheViking
From
United Kingdom
Best breakfast in Morocco, absolutely delicious with fresh omelette, warm fresh grilled bread, cake, fresh fruits, tea, jams, etc etc, so so satisfying! Wifi was super super steady & fast. Such a comfortable bed!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
US$27.58
1 night, 2 adults

Riad Dar Afram

Old Medina, Essaouira

Boasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Riad Dar Afram is set in the centre of Essaouira, 600 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

l
leela2
From
United Kingdom
A place of real character, full of art and music (quiet, chilled music) and a warm welcome. I felt instantly at home, which is how Abdul wants all his guests to feel. The staff (especially the ever-present Sadia) go out of their way to be helpful. The location, just a few steps away from the ramparts with their perfect vantage point to watch the sunset, is ideal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 388 reviews
Price from
US$105.87
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel La Smala

Kasbah, Essaouira

Hostel La Smala has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Essaouira. Ideally set in the Kasbah district, this hostel is situated 5.9 km from Golf de Mogador.

R
Rosemary
From
United Kingdom
I had a lovely stay at La Smala! I’m the beds were comfortable with a large secure draw under to lock your luggage away. The staff made the stay however as all of them were so kind and friendly, going above and beyond for anything I needed. Especially Mehdi in on the rooftop bar! The breakfast was also delicious. The showers were a lot nicer than I expected, very private and always clean. I’d definitely come back to stay here if I visit in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,757 reviews
Price from
US$30.59
1 night, 2 adults

Atlantic Hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

Atlantic Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Essaouira. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

V
Vasileios
From
Greece
the staff was really friendly and the hostel was really clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,566 reviews
Price from
US$37.06
1 night, 2 adults

hostel riad maqam

Mellah, Essaouira

Boasting a private beach area, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, hostel riad maqam is situated in the centre of Essaouira, 700 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

F
Firdaous
From
Belgium
I stayed at this beautifully decorated traditional Riad and was thoroughly impressed. It offers both double rooms and dormitories, all immaculately clean and well maintained, with comfortable bedding and en-suite bathroom and shower. The Riad is perfectly located in the medina, close to everything you might need, and is easily accessible from both Bab Doukala and Bab Marrakech. There are lovely shared spaces on the ground floor and the rooftop, for relaxing or socializing. Although I only stayed for one night, I will definitely come back. Thank you Marouane for everything!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews
Price from
US$38.37
1 night, 2 adults

Surf HouseMaroc

Essaouira

Situated in Essaouira, 20 km from Golf de Mogador, Surf HouseMaroc features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available....

R
Radvilaitė
From
Lithuania
In addition to everything being smooth and as expected, it was probably the best breakfast out of 8 places we visited in Morocco, very fresh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
Price from
US$34.11
1 night, 2 adults

White And Blue

Old Medina, Essaouira

White And Blue is located in Essaouira. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a patio, a terrace and a seating area.

M
Maria
From
Germany
Warm hearted personnel and athmosphere. I felt welcomed and all my questions were adressed. Basic but good equipment
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 687 reviews
Price from
US$23.53
1 night, 2 adults

Giraffe Hostel-Sea view Rooftop

Ahl Agadir, Essaouira

Giraffe Hostel-Sea view Rooftop is ideally situated in the centre of Essaouira, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

m
marina
From
Croatia
We stayed in a private room with street view and plenty of lights, loved it. Breakfast big portions, till 10, staff very knowledgeable and friendly, glad I stayed here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews
Price from
US$56.99
1 night, 2 adults

Dar Iziki

Sidi Kaouki (Near Essaouira)

Set in Sidi Kaouki, 400 metres from Sid Kaouki Beach, Dar Iziki offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

M
Melissa
From
Switzerland
The Dar Iziki is the best place to be in Sidi Kaouki!! Ahmed and Abdrahim go way beyond the normal what a host is! They really made our stay remarkable. The rooms are simple but for us they were perfect and very clean. The kids loved the pool and the surrounding. The traditional moroccan breakfast was a daily joy and the dinners were a highlight you shouldn't miss. Sidi Kaouki is still a small and lovely place to relax, enjoy the beach and surf (the beach ist a 2 min walk away!). The whole crew will help you with whatever you need and always have time for a chat. We highly recommend the Dar Iziki. Thanks to Ahmed & the whole team!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 614 reviews
Price from
US$42.35
1 night, 2 adults
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The Chill Art Hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

The Chill Art Hostel is located in Essaouira, 200 metres from Market Place and 400 metres from Othello Garden. The property is situated 2 km from Essaouira Assawak Assalam.

T
Theresa
From
Ireland
Welcoming and helpful staff, there is a great atmosphere in the hostel. The decor was lovely too. Excellent location and value for money
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,122 reviews
Price from
US$36.40
1 night, 2 adults

Essaouira trip hostel

Essaouira

Boasting a terrace, Essaouira trip hostel is set in Essaouira in the Marrakech-Safi region, less than 1 km from Plage d'Essaouira and 4.9 km from Golf de Mogador.

S
SheViking
From
United Kingdom
Best breakfast in Morocco, absolutely delicious with fresh omelette, warm fresh grilled bread, cake, fresh fruits, tea, jams, etc etc, so so satisfying! Wifi was super super steady & fast. Such a comfortable bed!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
US$27.58
1 night, 2 adults

Riad Dar Afram

Old Medina, Essaouira

Boasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Riad Dar Afram is set in the centre of Essaouira, 600 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

l
leela2
From
United Kingdom
A place of real character, full of art and music (quiet, chilled music) and a warm welcome. I felt instantly at home, which is how Abdul wants all his guests to feel. The staff (especially the ever-present Sadia) go out of their way to be helpful. The location, just a few steps away from the ramparts with their perfect vantage point to watch the sunset, is ideal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 388 reviews
Price from
US$105.87
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel La Smala

Kasbah, Essaouira

Hostel La Smala has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Essaouira. Ideally set in the Kasbah district, this hostel is situated 5.9 km from Golf de Mogador.

R
Rosemary
From
United Kingdom
I had a lovely stay at La Smala! I’m the beds were comfortable with a large secure draw under to lock your luggage away. The staff made the stay however as all of them were so kind and friendly, going above and beyond for anything I needed. Especially Mehdi in on the rooftop bar! The breakfast was also delicious. The showers were a lot nicer than I expected, very private and always clean. I’d definitely come back to stay here if I visit in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,757 reviews
Price from
US$30.59
1 night, 2 adults

Atlantic Hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

Atlantic Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Essaouira. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

V
Vasileios
From
Greece
the staff was really friendly and the hostel was really clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,566 reviews
Price from
US$37.06
1 night, 2 adults

hostel riad maqam

Mellah, Essaouira

Boasting a private beach area, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, hostel riad maqam is situated in the centre of Essaouira, 700 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

F
Firdaous
From
Belgium
I stayed at this beautifully decorated traditional Riad and was thoroughly impressed. It offers both double rooms and dormitories, all immaculately clean and well maintained, with comfortable bedding and en-suite bathroom and shower. The Riad is perfectly located in the medina, close to everything you might need, and is easily accessible from both Bab Doukala and Bab Marrakech. There are lovely shared spaces on the ground floor and the rooftop, for relaxing or socializing. Although I only stayed for one night, I will definitely come back. Thank you Marouane for everything!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews
Price from
US$38.37
1 night, 2 adults

Surf HouseMaroc

Essaouira

Situated in Essaouira, 20 km from Golf de Mogador, Surf HouseMaroc features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available....

R
Radvilaitė
From
Lithuania
In addition to everything being smooth and as expected, it was probably the best breakfast out of 8 places we visited in Morocco, very fresh
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
Price from
US$34.11
1 night, 2 adults

White And Blue

Old Medina, Essaouira

White And Blue is located in Essaouira. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a patio, a terrace and a seating area.

M
Maria
From
Germany
Warm hearted personnel and athmosphere. I felt welcomed and all my questions were adressed. Basic but good equipment
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 687 reviews
Price from
US$23.53
1 night, 2 adults

Giraffe Hostel-Sea view Rooftop

Ahl Agadir, Essaouira

Giraffe Hostel-Sea view Rooftop is ideally situated in the centre of Essaouira, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

m
marina
From
Croatia
We stayed in a private room with street view and plenty of lights, loved it. Breakfast big portions, till 10, staff very knowledgeable and friendly, glad I stayed here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews
Price from
US$56.99
1 night, 2 adults

Dar Iziki

Sidi Kaouki (Near Essaouira)

Set in Sidi Kaouki, 400 metres from Sid Kaouki Beach, Dar Iziki offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

M
Melissa
From
Switzerland
The Dar Iziki is the best place to be in Sidi Kaouki!! Ahmed and Abdrahim go way beyond the normal what a host is! They really made our stay remarkable. The rooms are simple but for us they were perfect and very clean. The kids loved the pool and the surrounding. The traditional moroccan breakfast was a daily joy and the dinners were a highlight you shouldn't miss. Sidi Kaouki is still a small and lovely place to relax, enjoy the beach and surf (the beach ist a 2 min walk away!). The whole crew will help you with whatever you need and always have time for a chat. We highly recommend the Dar Iziki. Thanks to Ahmed & the whole team!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 614 reviews
Price from
US$42.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,122 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,757 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,566 reviews

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Avg. price/night: US$37.06
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,566 reviews
The staff were amazing, and so was the vibe. Great location inside the medina. It's not perfect, but it's definitely worth it and more for the cheap price we paid!!! I would stay here again if I travel on a budget.
Guest review by
Daniel Graf
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$36.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,122 reviews
Great location in medina. The prettiest hostel I've seen interior-vise. 2 lovely cats living in the riad. Homely atmosphere, great for meeting people and hang out! Quiet in the night.
Guest review by
Maria
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$37.06
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,566 reviews
All the staff is very friendly, the rooftop terrace is perfect for chilling, socializing and seeing the sunset, and the food served there at the bar is tasty. Even though it's a cheap hostel it keeps the minimum standards and since each floor can only be accessed by the people staying on it (they have security codes to enter the floor and room) the cleanness level doesn't get affected so much during the day. A very good budget friendly stay.
Guest review by
Karen Michie
Solo traveller