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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, 1,114 reviews
Price from
US$36.36
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.

V
Veverková
From
Czech Republic
This hostel is absolutely the best place to stay in Essaouira. A clean space with a family atmosphere. You really feel at home here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
Price from
US$27.59
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.

C
Costescu
From
Romania
Such a peacefull place to stay. Dar Afram was like our family during our stay in this beautiful city. The familiary vibe we’ve got here, in this house, didn’t let us stay only 2 nights (as planned), we stayed 5 nights and i can say after 2 weeks of Marocco (and now back in our regular lifes), our hearts are still in Essaouira, at Dar Afram’s place. This Riad has a traditional marrocan arhitecture, colourful an very cozy. The breakfast is served on a beautiful terrace with a nice view over the ocean and the buildings around. It was amazing and also very rich: bread, yogurt, fresh fruits, marmelade, traditional msemen, orange juice, butter, pancake, olives, tea, and we ate the best traditional couscous tajin in Marocco. This warm and sweet woman with her nice and kind friend gave us the feeling that we were at home, to our families. Unbelivable. We spend the evenings at the hotel, enjoying live music concerts with extraordinary musicians with great voice and guitar skills. We sang, we danced, we laughed and we had a great time in this place, we recomand it from the bottom of our heart. And we know for sure that we will come back again in this house of warm souls and beautiful people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Price from
US$105.76
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, 1,774 reviews
Price from
US$30.55
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.

C
Claudia
From
Spain
The staff and the rooftop are amazing!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 reviews
Price from
US$37.02
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.

m
m7ommad
From
Saudi Arabia
The lodge is beautiful and clean, and definitely worth a visit. It has an excellent location and a wonderful view. I would like to thank the staff for their warm welcome and all the services provided to me.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews
Price from
US$38.40
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....

A
Amanda
From
United Kingdom
We loved the place so much we stayed an extra 2 nights. Top location, friendly staff, delicious breakfast. Incredible views, stunning sunrises and sunsets. We walked up to the sand dunes at Cap Sim, along the beach to Sidi Kaouki for lunch, so much to see. Felt connected to nature here, such a beautiful landscape. Perfect place to rest, relax, surf, hike, yoga, meditate or write.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 478 reviews
Price from
US$34.08
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.

A
Alex
From
New Zealand
Amazing value. Perfect location in the Medina and with the instructions, easy to find. Staff were friendly and very welcoming on arrival. The room was clean and comfortable!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 690 reviews
Price from
US$23.50
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.

S
Svenja
From
Germany
Cute room, nice terrace and overall location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Price from
US$56.94
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.

W
William
From
Ireland
Staff were very friendly and place was really clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 618 reviews
Price from
US$42.31
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, 1,114 reviews
Price from
US$36.36
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.

V
Veverková
From
Czech Republic
This hostel is absolutely the best place to stay in Essaouira. A clean space with a family atmosphere. You really feel at home here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
Price from
US$27.59
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.

C
Costescu
From
Romania
Such a peacefull place to stay. Dar Afram was like our family during our stay in this beautiful city. The familiary vibe we’ve got here, in this house, didn’t let us stay only 2 nights (as planned), we stayed 5 nights and i can say after 2 weeks of Marocco (and now back in our regular lifes), our hearts are still in Essaouira, at Dar Afram’s place. This Riad has a traditional marrocan arhitecture, colourful an very cozy. The breakfast is served on a beautiful terrace with a nice view over the ocean and the buildings around. It was amazing and also very rich: bread, yogurt, fresh fruits, marmelade, traditional msemen, orange juice, butter, pancake, olives, tea, and we ate the best traditional couscous tajin in Marocco. This warm and sweet woman with her nice and kind friend gave us the feeling that we were at home, to our families. Unbelivable. We spend the evenings at the hotel, enjoying live music concerts with extraordinary musicians with great voice and guitar skills. We sang, we danced, we laughed and we had a great time in this place, we recomand it from the bottom of our heart. And we know for sure that we will come back again in this house of warm souls and beautiful people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Price from
US$105.76
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, 1,774 reviews
Price from
US$30.55
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.

C
Claudia
From
Spain
The staff and the rooftop are amazing!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 reviews
Price from
US$37.02
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.

m
m7ommad
From
Saudi Arabia
The lodge is beautiful and clean, and definitely worth a visit. It has an excellent location and a wonderful view. I would like to thank the staff for their warm welcome and all the services provided to me.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews
Price from
US$38.40
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....

A
Amanda
From
United Kingdom
We loved the place so much we stayed an extra 2 nights. Top location, friendly staff, delicious breakfast. Incredible views, stunning sunrises and sunsets. We walked up to the sand dunes at Cap Sim, along the beach to Sidi Kaouki for lunch, so much to see. Felt connected to nature here, such a beautiful landscape. Perfect place to rest, relax, surf, hike, yoga, meditate or write.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 478 reviews
Price from
US$34.08
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.

A
Alex
From
New Zealand
Amazing value. Perfect location in the Medina and with the instructions, easy to find. Staff were friendly and very welcoming on arrival. The room was clean and comfortable!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 690 reviews
Price from
US$23.50
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.

S
Svenja
From
Germany
Cute room, nice terrace and overall location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Price from
US$56.94
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.

W
William
From
Ireland
Staff were very friendly and place was really clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 618 reviews
Price from
US$42.31
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
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 478 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,114 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,774 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 reviews

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Avg. price/night: US$37.02
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 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$36.41
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,114 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$37.02
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 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