Mellah

Essaouira

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Popular places to visit

Skala du Port

Skala du Port

Learn about the local history of Essaouira with a stop at Skala du Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Skala du Port

Essaouira Mogador Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Essaouira at Essaouira Mogador Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Essaouira Mogador Golf Course

Place Moulay el Hassan

Learn about the local history of Essaouira when you take a trip to Place Moulay el Hassan. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Place Moulay el Hassan

Skala de la Ville

You can learn about the history of Bani Antar with a visit to Skala de la Ville. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Skala de la Ville

Bordj el Berod

You can learn about the history of Essaouira with a trip to Bordj el Berod. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Bordj el Berod

Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum during your travels in Essaouira. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum

Things to do

Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech

Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech

P2,239
per adult
Essaouira Beach: Private Full-Day Luxury Trip from Marrakech
Essaouira Port

Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech

P908
per adult
Essaouira Private Full Day Trip From Marrakech
From Essaouira: 1-Hour Horse Ride

From Essaouira: 1-Hour Horse Ride

P1,997
per adult
From Essaouira: 1-Hour Horse Ride
Colorful rugs hanging at a market in Marrakech

Essaouira-Mogador, the Bride of the Atlantic

P3,026
per adult
Essaouira-Mogador, the Bride of the Atlantic
Essaouira Private Camel Ride

Essaouira Private Camel Ride (1 Hour).

P1,150
per adult
Essaouira Private Camel Ride (1 Hour).
Essaouira Sand Dunes: Half Day Quad Bike Tour

Essaouira Sand Dunes: Half Day Quad Bike Tour

P4,055
per adult
Essaouira Sand Dunes: Half Day Quad Bike Tour
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Top hotels in Mellah

Riad Darko
Riad Darko
2 out of 5
3 Rue Annasser, Essaouira, Marrakech-Safi
Stay at this guesthouse in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum ...
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Riad Darko
Le Medina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa MGallery
Le Medina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa MGallery
5 out of 5
Avenue Mohamed V, Essaouira
The price is P6,568 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
P6,568
P7,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Place Moulay el ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (629 reviews)
"Good location, Quite place near the fort, and along the beach. Nice staff and good service"

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2025

Le Medina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa MGallery
RIAD AMANA
RIAD AMANA
3 out of 5
Rue Khader Ghailane, 14, Essaouira, Marrakech-Safi
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,125 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
P3,125
P3,980 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 13 - Mar 14
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Mohammed Ben Abdallah ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
"Great reception on arrival. The staff is kind and super friendly. Having breakfast was a real treat. You can customize it as you want. And because of the communal table, you can have conversations with other travelers. I would definitely recommend this place to both families, couples or solo travelers. ..."

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025

RIAD AMANA
Hotel Coté Océan Mogador
Hotel Coté Océan Mogador
3.5 out of 5
18 boulvard mohammed 5 essaouira, Essaouira, marrakech safi
The price is P7,707 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
P7,707
P8,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (124 reviews)
Excellent holiday
"Poor check in experience not very welcoming but that was just one person - the hotel, our room, location, food and staff were all really good. Would recommend and return happily."

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2024

Hotel Coté Océan Mogador
Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort
Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort
5 out of 5
Boulevard Mohamed V, Essaouira
The price is P8,016 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
P8,016
P9,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (781 reviews)
"Right on the sea, good full service hotel"

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2024

Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort
Casa Lila & Spa
Casa Lila & Spa
4 out of 5
94 rue Mohamed El Qorry Bab Marrakech, Essaouira
The price is P3,722 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
P3,722
P4,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 21 - Feb 22
Stay at this 4-star spa riad in Essaouira. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum and Place ...
9/10 Wonderful! (59 reviews)
"Casa Lila is a simply beautiful 300 year old riad, within the walls of the medina, an easy walk to everywhere in Essaouira. The people who work there are warm, lovely and welcoming- they are so helpful, and they love their city. We had a wonderful stay."

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2025

Casa Lila & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Mellah

The Port of Essaouira is not only home to many fishing boats and vessels, it is a popular tourist attraction and has a significant and interesting history attached to it. Fishing is done for local distribution and plays a significant role in the atmosphere and lure to the port. The Essaouira port is not used for commercial traffic and this has enabled it to retain its authenticity and breathtaking charm.

Medina

Medina is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Skala de la Ville and Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum.

Medina
Learn to cook Moroccan style at L'Atelier Madada cookery school, attached to an Essaouira restaurant. You'll learn to make Moroccan mint tea and cook two courses – first person to book gets to choose the menu but it might be a tagine, couscous or pastilla – then get to eat it all. Classes run from 10.30am–3pm and cost 500 MAD. Read more at: http://www.ontheluce.com/2014/04/10/moroccan-cookery-class-at-latelier-madada-essaouira/ #Morocco #Essaouira #cookery

Ahl Agadir

Waterfront views and seaside views are some things travelers note about Ahl Agadir. Check out Place Moulay el Hassan or Skala de la Ville while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.

Ahl Agadir
Blue Boats

Kasbah

Unique features of Kasbah include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Place Moulay el Hassan or Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum while you're exploring the area.

Kasbah
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Lotissement La Lagune

Lotissement La Lagune might not have many top sights, but Essaouira Beach and Skala de la Ville are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lotissement La Lagune
Port

Essaouira Coast

Essaouira Coast is popular for its beaches, and you can check out Essaouira Beach, a top attraction in the neighborhood.

Essaouira Coast
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Lotissement Al Mostakbal

Lotissement Al Mostakbal might not have many top sights, but Essaouira Beach and Place Moulay el Hassan are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lotissement Al Mostakbal

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