Medina

Essaouira

A coastal town with a fortified wall, a tower, and boats docked along the shore.
A coastal town with historic buildings, a fortified wall, and a harbor with blue boats.
A historic fort with cannons, a stone tower, and a clear blue sky.
A historic stone bridge with arches, a row of blue boats docked in the water, and a castle-like structure in the background.
A historic stone bridge with arches, a large brick tower, and several blue boats docked in the water.

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A bustling square with white buildings featuring blue doors and windows, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

Place Moulay Hassan

8.4/10 (153 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Essaouira when you take a trip to Place Moulay Hassan. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Things to do

Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech

Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech

RM95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech
Essaouira: 2-Hour Surf Lesson

Essaouira: 2-Hour Surf Lesson

RM145
per adult
Essaouira: 2-Hour Surf Lesson
Agadir: Day Trip to Essaouira with Medina & Beach Time

Agadir: Essaouira Day Trip with Medina, Beach Taghazout Stop

RM201
per adult
Agadir: Essaouira Day Trip with Medina, Beach Taghazout Stop
Essaouira Surf Experience –Group Lesson in Sidi Kaouki Beach

Essaouira Surf Experience –Group Lesson in Sidi Kaouki Beach

RM142
per adult
Essaouira Surf Experience –Group Lesson in Sidi Kaouki Beach
From Essaouira: 1-Hour Horse Ride

From Essaouira: 1-Hour Horse Ride

RM156
per adult
From Essaouira: 1-Hour Horse Ride
"Epic Surf Sessions in Essaouira, Morocco! Catch the perfect waves with our Expert instructors. Best surf lessons for beginners & pros. Book your adventure now

Beginner Surf Lessons in Essaouira – Easy & Fun

RM132
per adult
Beginner Surf Lessons in Essaouira – Easy & Fun
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Top hotels in Medina

Riad Sidi Magdoul

Riad Sidi Magdoul

2 out of 5
21 Rue Sidi Abdesmih Essaouira
The price is RM170 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
RM170
RM214 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf guesthouse in Essaouira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Bayt Dakira ...
8/10 Very good! (159 reviews)
"Friendly and good breakfast. Good location."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Riad Sidi Magdoul
Riad Mimouna

Riad Mimouna

4 out of 5
62, Rue D'Oujda Essaouira
The price is RM423 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
RM423
RM525 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (292 reviews)
"Such a beautiful place and unique highly recommended"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Riad Mimouna
STE PERLE D'EAU

STE PERLE D'EAU

4 out of 5
64, rue du Koweït Essaouira
Stay at this beach hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (209 reviews)
"Beautiful place and kind and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

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STE PERLE D'EAU
Riad Al Madina

Riad Al Madina

3.5 out of 5
9 Rue Attarine Essaouira
The price is RM176 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
RM176
RM238 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach riad in Essaouira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Bayt Dakira are located ...
8/10 Very good! (133 reviews)
"Mold in bathroom Poor hygiene"

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Riad Al Madina
Dar Nafoura Mogador

Dar Nafoura Mogador

3 out of 5
30 Rue Ibn Khaldoun Essaouira
The price is RM259 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
RM259
RM304 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach riad in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 20 restaurants. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Souk Jdid are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (78 reviews)
"Our stay at Dar Nafoura was made better with the attentive and supportive staff!! They went above and beyond to make us comfortable .. the room was clean and comfortable, Patio was amazing .. we would definitely stay again. Thanks so much."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Dar Nafoura Mogador
Riad Rafeef

Riad Rafeef

3 out of 5
21 Rue Ibrahim Dounia Essaouira Morocco
Stay at this hotel in Essaouira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Essaouira Beach and Souk Jdid are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Such a beautiful Riad, clean well maintained"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

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Riad Rafeef
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Where to stay in Medina

Find the best Medina areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with traditional buildings, a prominent lighthouse, and several boats docked along the shore.
Photo by Katia Ferrand
Open Photo by Katia Ferrand

Essaouira Coast

Visitors highly recommend Essaouira Coast for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Essaouira Beach while you're in town.

A narrow alley with blue doors and tiled walls.
Photo by Angelo Taraborrelli
Open Photo by Angelo Taraborrelli

Ahl Agadir

Unique features of Ahl Agadir include the waterfront views and seaside views. Make a stop by Place Moulay Hassan or Dar Souiri while you're exploring the area.

A historic fortified city with ancient architecture, a river in the foreground, and a desert landscape.

Kasbah

Unique features of Kasbah include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Place Moulay Hassan or Skala de la Ville while you're exploring the area.

Fishing port of Essaouira at the sunset time, Morocco

Quartier des Dunes

While there might not be top attractions in Quartier des Dunes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Essaouira Beach and Skala du Port.

A harbor with boats, colorful chairs, and a clear blue sky.

Chbanat

While Chbanat isn't home to many top sights, Place Moulay Hassan and Skala de la Ville are some notable places to visit nearby.

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