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Dar Loulema

Property class: 3
3-star guest house near Essaouira Beach

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Photo gallery for Dar Loulema

A hallway with a fountain, potted plants, and candle stands.
A multi-level wooden staircase with a curved design, connecting different floors of a room with a bed and a small table.
A dining area with a fireplace, table set with chairs, and a chandelier.
A terrace with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal view with rocks and the sea.
A wooden interior with a dining area, a view of the sea through a window, and a balcony with a cactus.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2 Rue Souss, Essaouira, 44000
  • Place, Place Moulay Hassan
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Skala du Port
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Essaouira Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

A room with a bed covered in a red bedspread, a tray of items on the bed, and a doorway leading to another room with a tiled floor and a vase with flowers.

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, Terrace (Duplex)

A bedroom with two beds, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Suite, Terrace (Duplex)

  • Ocean view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room

A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with patterned bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, a nightstand with a lamp, a red rug, and a wall-mounted picture.

Superior Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly made bed with patterned bedding, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a mirror with a decorative frame.

Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room

A bedroom with a bed, a painting, and a chandelier.

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Essaouira

Medina stay.With a stay at this Medina guesthouse, you'll be steps from Place Moulay Hassan and Gallery d’Art Damgaard. Gallery Kasbah and Le Real Mogador are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Place Moulay Hassan - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Essaouira Clock Tower - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Skala du Port - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Skala de la Ville - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Essaouira Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taros - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dar Baba Restaurant & More - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brunch & Co - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Beldy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Loft - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Dar Loulema

3-star guest house near Essaouira Beach
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Dar Loulema.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Essaouira guesthouse.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2001
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Towels for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Dar Loulema offers 8 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. This Essaouira guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 3 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Things to do

  • Library

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

There is no front desk at this property

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 5.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.80 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 15.00 per room (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 3.00 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Dar Loulema House Essaouira

Dar Loulema House

Dar Loulema Essaouira

Dar Loulema

Dar Loulema Guesthouse Essaouira

Dar Loulema Guesthouse

Dar Loulema Essaouira

Dar Loulema Guesthouse

Dar Loulema Guesthouse Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dar Loulema to the airport?

Dar Loulema is 10.6 mi (27-min drive) away from the Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dar Loulema?

As of Sep 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dar Loulema on Sep 19, 2026 start from $90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Dar Loulema have an airport shuttle?

Dar Loulema offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 15.00 per room, one-way.

How close is Dar Loulema to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 7-minute walk from Essaouira Beach and 13.8 mi (31-min drive) from Sidi Kaouki Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dar Loulema offer free breakfast?

Dar Loulema offers free full breakfast every day from 8 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Dar Loulema?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Dar Loulema?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dar Loulema?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Dar Loulema have a pool?

Dar Loulema does not have a pool.

Does Dar Loulema have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Dar Loulema to downtown Essaouira?

Dar Loulema is 0.8 mi away from Essaouira.

Dar Loulema Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 25 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Great food! Great room! Child friendly! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean place, located near the sea
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

sylvain

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Riad, very well located and with outstanding staff & service. Nicely comfy rooms. The only minus is that we can hear a bit the noise of the surrounding bars & clubs, which is not a big issue (and it is probably unavoidable in a Medina like the one of Essaouira).
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place, lovely room, with very nice snd very helpful staff. Excellent breakfast! Thoroughly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Arturo Andersen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice little riad close to everything. Nice breakfast and friendly staff. Only downside is that it's close to a club, so if you like to enjoy a few drinks till 1:30 am it's a great location, if you are a light sleeper you might find it difficult to sleep before 1:30 am
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Essaouria Sanctuary

Absolutely LOVED our stay at Loulema! Breakfast on the roof terrace, gorgeous plants and such lovely accommodating staff- couldn't have asked for a better hotel. Right in the center of everything but tucked away and super quiet so you never feel like you're sleeping in the middle of the square. Will stay here again in a heartbeat!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a good stay at Dar Loulema! Our family of four stayed in a larger room with a private terrace, overlooking the sea. The room was beautifully designed, with a modern nautical theme and separate spaces for parents and for kids. Pure fantasy! The breakfasts on the terrace were a treat, and the staff was so nice. It was also conveniently located - close to everything while being easy to get to. There was some noise from the nearby club and mosque, but with earplugs, no issue at all. Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

COLETTE

Liked: Cleanliness

Ok but would not be my first choice staff lovely !

Staff very friendly ! Not too impressed with the room very basic smell of dampness continually despite been supplied with an oil filled radiator thank goodness for heat ! Breakfast ok but too cold to be served outside on the terrace was not my first choice as other booking cancelled our stay spent 2 nights instead of 3 booked !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Enes

The Hotel didnt responses.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Bartosz

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

Condition of the hotel is much worse than we ecpected. The smell of humidity in the room was awful. The owner wants to leave the room key in unatendet place where other guests have access to it. The place doesnt look like the photos show. It doesnt worth the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enttäuschende Aufenthalt. Nie wieder

Wir haben einen Suite Duplex gehabt, es hat gestunken nach nasse täppische. Das Riad ist neben einem Club, das heisst laute Live Musik und DJ jeden Abend bis mindestens 1.30 Uhr. wir haben reklamiert. Die Mitarbeitenden wissen Bescheid und sind machtlos weil der Club den gleichen Inhaber wie den Riad gehört. also für ruhigen Ferien ist es nicht der ideale Ort. Frühstück ist ok. Marokkanische galette und die Croissants sind trocken.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Riad. I have stayed at many riad’s in Morocco over the years and this one is by far the best. Property upkeep is amazing, small touches like fresh flowers don’t go unnoticed, and the staff are amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot of thoughtful touches. Above and beyond customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr gute Lage + Schöner Ausblick + Traditionelles Design + Aufmerksamer Service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel muy bonito y bien situado.

El hotel es precioso y la terraza es un gran punto positivo. Puedes ver toda la ciudad y el mar. El único pero es la cercanía de los bares nocturnos con rooftop ya que se puede oír algo la música.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

cassandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pictures are totally wrong

Did not stay the night. Went somewhere else. No money returned. Hotel . Com did no refund me either. The photos are totally not correct.Terrible. Don't go their. Only the suit has windows. All other rooms are like black shoe boxes, no window no light. I checked several rooms and all the same. No refund
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super séjour !

Le lieu, l'équipe qui est la même depuis 15 ans, la cuisine font tout le charme du Dar Loulema. Nous le recommandons vivement ! Merci pour ce beau séjour.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lieu plein de charme

Hôtel charmant et calme, avec une belle décoration et des terrases exceptionnelles. Personnel agréable et attentionné. Bon emplacement au coeur de la ville avec une merveilleuse vue sur la mer! Un bon service de petit déjeuner.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise in Essaouria

My husband and I couldn't have anticipated a more fabulous experience. The owner and staff were the friendliest and kindest hosts. They even served us breakfast after the set time frame and said they considered us family. We stayed in the Belem room with a private terrace that has incredible ocean views. The bed was very comfortable and the room plenty spacious. The rooftop view was equally amazing, plus it gave an additional view of the restaurant adjacent to the riad which allowed for viewing and listening to their music, and city views of incredible moonlit evenings. The house cats were very friendly and would often pay a visit if we invited them inside. Overall it was a week in paradise. We highly recommend this riad.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Len

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Moad

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023