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The Chill Art Hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

The Chill Art Hostel is located in Essaouira, 200 metres from Market Place and 400 metres from Othello Garden. The property is situated 2 km from Essaouira Assawak Assalam.

S
SANJA
From
Finland
A relaxed environment that is beautifully decorated. The rooftop terrace was very nice and the breakfast was tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,154 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$37.05
1 night, 2 adults

Riad Dar Afram

Old Medina, Essaouira

Boasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Riad Dar Afram is set in the centre of Essaouira, 600 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

C
Costescu
From
Romania
Such a peacefull place to stay. Dar Afram was like our family during our stay in this beautiful city. The familiary vibe we’ve got here, in this house, didn’t let us stay only 2 nights (as planned), we stayed 5 nights and i can say after 2 weeks of Marocco (and now back in our regular lifes), our hearts are still in Essaouira, at Dar Afram’s place. This Riad has a traditional marrocan arhitecture, colourful an very cozy. The breakfast is served on a beautiful terrace with a nice view over the ocean and the buildings around. It was amazing and also very rich: bread, yogurt, fresh fruits, marmelade, traditional msemen, orange juice, butter, pancake, olives, tea, and we ate the best traditional couscous tajin in Marocco. This warm and sweet woman with her nice and kind friend gave us the feeling that we were at home, to our families. Unbelivable. We spend the evenings at the hotel, enjoying live music concerts with extraordinary musicians with great voice and guitar skills. We sang, we danced, we laughed and we had a great time in this place, we recomand it from the bottom of our heart. And we know for sure that we will come back again in this house of warm souls and beautiful people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$105.54
1 night, 2 adults

Essaouira trip hostel

Essaouira

Boasting a terrace, Essaouira trip hostel is set in Essaouira in the Marrakech-Safi region, less than 1 km from Plage d'Essaouira and 4.9 km from Golf de Mogador.

I
Ismail
From
Morocco
The place is so warm and full of love! You'll find people from all over the world! Everyone shares their culture and kindness! I would like to thank the staff: Ossama, Ayoub and Zakaria for being there and welcoming me into their hostel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$28.80
1 night, 2 adults

hostel riad maqam

Mellah, Essaouira

Hostel riad maqam is ideally situated in Essaouira, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

F
Firdaous
From
Belgium
I stayed at this beautifully decorated traditional Riad and was thoroughly impressed. It offers both double rooms and dormitories, all immaculately clean and well maintained, with comfortable bedding and en-suite bathroom and shower. The Riad is perfectly located in the medina, close to everything you might need, and is easily accessible from both Bab Doukala and Bab Marrakech. There are lovely shared spaces on the ground floor and the rooftop, for relaxing or socializing. Although I only stayed for one night, I will definitely come back. Thank you Marouane for everything!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
US$28.14
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel La Smala

Kasbah, Essaouira

Hostel La Smala has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Essaouira. Ideally set in the Kasbah district, this hostel is situated 5.9 km from Golf de Mogador.

R
Rosemary
From
United Kingdom
I had a lovely stay at La Smala! I’m the beds were comfortable with a large secure draw under to lock your luggage away. The staff made the stay however as all of them were so kind and friendly, going above and beyond for anything I needed. Especially Mehdi in on the rooftop bar! The breakfast was also delicious. The showers were a lot nicer than I expected, very private and always clean. I’d definitely come back to stay here if I visit in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,644 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$38.70
1 night, 2 adults

Atlantic Hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

Atlantic Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Essaouira. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

J
Jill
From
Australia
You’re always greeted with a smile at the reception and the guys had great tips for the city. The rooftop had the best view and it was a nice place to chill and enjoy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,438 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$36.94
1 night, 2 adults

Giraffe Hostel-Sea view Rooftop

Ahl Agadir, Essaouira

Giraffe Hostel-Sea view Rooftop is ideally situated in the centre of Essaouira, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

K
Kit
From
United Kingdom
Perfectly yet discreetly located, Giraffe was a pleasant place to stay and relax while in Essaouira. The staff were all busy and cheerful, all more than happy to pause and chat for a while. Bed was actually HEAVENLY. Crisp sheets, comfy mattress, and a quiet shared room of 4. Waking up to a delicious breakfast being cooked was delightful, and the positive and friendly ambience on the rooftop was a top place to start the day, and end the night too!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$50.47
1 night, 2 adults

berber hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

Berber hostel is attractively set in Essaouira, and offers a terrace and free WiFi. Built in 1956, the property is within 500 metres of Plage d'Essaouira and 5.6 km of Golf de Mogador.

M
Marie
From
Belgium
This is the kind of place that it’s difficult to leave. I kept extending my stay here because you really feel at home. The staff is incredibly kind and helpful and the atmosphere is cosy and warmth. You can probably find more intimated places in the city but I’m not sure you can find a friendlier one. The breakfast is one of the best I was served in a hostel and Souf, the manager, cooks often family dinners for the guests. As a solo traveler, I definitely recommend the place to anyone looking for a unique and authentic stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 521 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$49.08
1 night, 2 adults

Surf HouseMaroc

Essaouira

Situated in Essaouira, 20 km from Golf de Mogador, Surf HouseMaroc features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available....

S
SpelaJ
From
Slovenia
A super peaceful, clean and homely place with fantastic ocean views, and the loveliest, most welcoming people possible. Big shout out to Amine for my delicious birthday dinner and being available to help at any time, had the most relaxing few days!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 488 reviews
Location 8.6
Price from
US$34.01
1 night, 2 adults

White And Blue

Old Medina, Essaouira

White And Blue is located in Essaouira. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a patio, a terrace and a seating area.

A
Alberto
From
Spain
The vibes, welcoming atmosphere and feeling like at home. The staff were amazing and the hostel has a very nice terrace to hang out
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 707 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$23.45
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Most booked hostels in Essaouira and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 521 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 488 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 707 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,154 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,439 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,645 reviews

Hostels that guests love in Essaouira

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  • Avg. price/night: US$31.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,439 reviews
    The staff were amazing, and so was the vibe. Great location inside the medina. It's not perfect, but it's definitely worth it and more for the cheap price we paid!!! I would stay here again if I travel on a budget.
    Guest review by
    Daniel Graf
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,154 reviews
    Great location in medina. The prettiest hostel I've seen interior-vise. 2 lovely cats living in the riad. Homely atmosphere, great for meeting people and hang out! Quiet in the night.
    Guest review by
    Maria
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$31.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,439 reviews
    All the staff is very friendly, the rooftop terrace is perfect for chilling, socializing and seeing the sunset, and the food served there at the bar is tasty. Even though it's a cheap hostel it keeps the minimum standards and since each floor can only be accessed by the people staying on it (they have security codes to enter the floor and room) the cleanness level doesn't get affected so much during the day. A very good budget friendly stay.
    Guest review by
    Karen Michie
    Solo traveller