Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira

2.5 star property
Riad near Essaouira Beach in Essaouira

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Ensuite | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe
Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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28 Rue Malek Ben El Morahhal, Essaouira, 44600
  • Place, Place Moulay el Hassan
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Essaouira Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Skala de la Ville
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room (Cherafa)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room (Mogador)

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room (Moucharabieh)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Room (Berbere)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 248 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Essaouira

Medina stay.With a stay at this Medina riad, you'll be steps from Place du Marché aux Grains and Souk Jdid. Fish Market and Essaouira Clock Tower are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Essaouira Clock Tower - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Essaouira Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Skala de la Ville - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Skala du Port - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mandala Society - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Des Reves - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mifan - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dar Baba Restaurant & More - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira

Riad near Essaouira Beach in Essaouira
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee.

This Essaouira riad is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira offers 5 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. This Essaouira riad provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided 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 and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (MAD 30 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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: MAD 30.00 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: MAD 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: MAD 30 per day (1312 ft away)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

l'Ayel
l'Ayel d'Essaouira
Riad l'Ayel
Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira
Riad l`Ayel d`Essaouira Hotel Essaouira
Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira Riad
Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira Essaouira
Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira Riad Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

How close is Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira to the airport?

Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira is 10.4 mi (18-min drive) away from the Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira?

As of Nov 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira on Nov 25, 2025 start from $98.49, excluding 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 Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira have an airport shuttle?

Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of MAD 250 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira to the beach?

This riad is a short 8-minute walk from Essaouira Beach and 13.6 mi (30-min drive) from Sidi Kaouki Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira offer free breakfast?

Yes, Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira?

No, there is no casino at this riad.

What time is check-in at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira?

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira?

Free parking is not available at this riad.

Does Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira have a pool?

Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira does not have a pool.

Does Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this riad.

How close is Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira to downtown Essaouira?

Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira is 0.6 mi away from Essaouira.