Beautiful riad located in the heart of the medina of Essaouira, 6 bedrooms with bathrooms, hammam, terraces with sea view, close to the souks, the beach and the port
View Riad CaletinoA beautiful private riad with stunning ocean views by the ramparts of Essaouira, 6 bedrooms and house staff
View Dar SophiaTake the whole family to Morocco to discover the thousand and one wonders of Essaouira and its medina, the old town that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Read our articleIn Essaouira, a riad is particularly well suited to travellers who want to explore the city while still having a private home to return to. Built around a light-filled patio, this traditional Moroccan home offers a welcome contrast to the activity outside. After exploring the souks, ramparts or port, you can return to the riad’s sitting rooms and rooftop terrace, where the atmosphere is more private.
This way of staying, characteristic of riads in Morocco, has a particular feel in Essaouira. The medina opens onto the Atlantic, the port and seafront are never far away, and the house remains closely tied to the rhythm of the old town. For a family or a small group of friends, renting a riad in Essaouira in its entirety also makes it possible to share the living spaces while retaining privacy in the bedrooms.
The location of your riad in Essaouira can make a real difference to the way you experience the city. In the walled medina, you can spend much of your stay exploring on foot, wandering through the narrow streets, souks and ramparts and down to the port.
A riad in the heart of Essaouira’s medina suits travellers who want to stay close to the life of the old town and return to their riad between outings. Outside the medina, some properties offer a different setting, generally quieter and with more emphasis on outdoor living. This can be particularly appealing if you want to divide your time between exploring the city and quieter days at the property.
For a different medina atmosphere in Morocco, our collection also includes riads in Marrakech, where the old town has a more compact and bustling feel.
The facilities and services available at a riad in Essaouira can make a real difference to the pace of your holiday. Our selection includes properties with a pool, views of the sea, house staff and a chef or cook, for travellers who also want to make the most of time spent at the property.
A pool makes it easy to return for a swim after exploring the city or spending a day by the ocean. House staff at your riad in Essaouira can take care of day-to-day practicalities, while a chef or cook can prepare meals at the riad, including Moroccan specialities to enjoy together. Depending on the property, a riad in Essaouira may also have a hammam or other spaces for relaxation.
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Read our articleChoosing the right riad in Essaouira is about more than the style of the house. Whether you prefer the medina or a more secluded setting, want to explore mainly on foot or place more emphasis on the pool and services at the property, our Morocco specialists can help identify the setting that best suits the way you travel.
Drawing on their knowledge of the destination and our properties, our specialists can narrow down the options and help you find the riad in Essaouira that best matches your priorities. If a house with more generous outdoor space would suit you better, they can also recommend one of our villas in Essaouira.
Once you have chosen your riad in Essaouira, our concierge service can help with arrangements for your stay. Transfers, restaurant bookings, a private guide, childcare and activities can all be organised around your plans and the way you want to experience the destination.
Local knowledge is particularly valuable when planning your days around the wind, the weather and the rhythm of the city. Our team in Morocco and our local partners can advise you accordingly and adapt recommendations to the conditions during your stay, while leaving you free to divide your time between the medina, the Atlantic coast and your riad.
The villa, gardens, petanque court and pool area are beautifully designed and spacious.
We found the welcoming and hospitality great as was the location at the sea and in the old Medina. Wonderful...
