Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
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Lobby lounge, ocean views, open daily
Gift shop
Terrace/patio
Junior Suite, Sea View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Deluxe Room, Sea View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Boulevard Mohamed V, Essaouira, 44000
  • Essaouira Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Skala du Port
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place Moulay el Hassan
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪18 min drive‬
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Room options

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite, Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite (Ambassador)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Ambassador Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Essaouira

Located in Essaouira Coast within a short walk of Essaouira Beach, Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort is within a mile (2 km) of Bab Marrakech Tower. This 156-room, 5-star hotel welcomes business and leisure travelers with a private beach, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Essaouira Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Skala du Port - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 6 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Skala de la Ville - 10 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Coupole - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bonzo Coffee Shop - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Fanatic - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Le Chalet De La Plage - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chez Sam - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests of Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort have access to a private beach, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.
Guests can expect free WiFi and plasma TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include minibars, safes, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Thalion has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Amiraute
  • LE DECK
  • LE SAFRAN
  • LE SEVEN
  • LES ALIZES

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.66 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Atlas Essaouira
Atlas Hotel Essaouira
Atlas Essaouira And Spa
Atlas Essaouira Hotel Essaouira
Atlas Essaouira Hotel
Atlas Essaouira SPA
Atlas Essaouira Riad Essaouira
Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort Hotel
Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort Essaouira
Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort Hotel Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

This hotel is situated in Essaouira Coast within a short 13-minute walk of Essaouira Beach and also 18 minutes on foot from Gallery d’Art Damgaard. You'll also find Bab Marrakech Tower and Bab Sba less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

Thalion is the hotel's spa and services include body wraps, massages, mani/pedis, and facials.

Does Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort include a casino on the premises?

No, Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a swim-up bar.

Are there hot tubs at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort has 4 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort.

Does Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

The closest major airport to Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort is Essaouira (ESU-Mogador), which is 9.9 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort.

Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 814 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 814 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 814 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 814 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 814 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, and location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kitchen waiting staff need management

The hotel lobby is very splendid and the reception services very helpful. The grounds are lovely and the ambiance quiet and exclusive. The breakfast was cold - we arrived at 10 am and all the tureens were nearly empty and their contents cold. The staff started packing away at 10.20 and loudly talking to each other. Not what should happen in an expensive hotel. We had a sea view room which was a mistake since rather traffic noise was horrendous and since the air con was not operative in early March it was either a noisy night or a hot night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gillian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel. Good room with excellent sea view. The shower was broken when we arrived, and the reception organised this to be fixed the same day. However it continued to leak and cause issues with the bathroom floor. The bathroom door was already bowed as it had been exposed to the water from previous leaks, which we realised when we arrived. Semi responsive staff. When we arrived there was not much customer care and we were left to our own devices to find the amenities. The reception staff just told us what time breakfast was and our room number, and we were left to find this. Room cleaning would not happen in a timely manner and we would leave and come back in the afternoon after our daily excursions, only to find our room was not clean despite the sign asking for this to be done, being clearly displayed on the door handle as is expected. I opted for a massage on our last day, which was nice (first half), someone walked in during the second half when I was semi naked laying on my back. My eyes were semi covered, so i did not see if it was staff or a customer, but assume it was the latter as the masseur Hadijah, ushered them out in silence. The person sounded like a child and when finished, I noted there were two male children walking the spa halls looking for Hadijah to ask her something. I did not mention this to staff, as I could not confirm, but wanted to note in the review as privacy policies and adherance to dignity practices should be paramount for this service.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ken

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the sea, good full service hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Amna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Noisy with a view

Check in was fine. Nothing special, very to the point and no questions or anything. In the middle of the night, the room above us sounded like they were moving furniture. We tried to call the front desk but the phone wouldn’t connect. My husband then went in the middle of the night to the front desk to tell them, but it didn’t stop and was still going on in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasneem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

mohammed

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Masoud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. We had a great room with view of Ocean. Pool was nice but understaffed for food and towels
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel and the area around is the best!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This facility is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

shairoz

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
Very poor front reception not night staff Had problems with AC at night told us he’s going to send someone to address the problem no one showed up. Until check out. Asked to speak to manager were told he’s coming at 10AM so we waited. Went there were told he’s in a meeting. So no regard for customers. Very ignorant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Sweaty night

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mustapha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect, except some minor issues: the bathroom door did not close and some confusion at check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hicham, Beacon

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended. The hotel staff very professional and very friendly and helpful. Thank you for making my stay very enjoyable ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

More like a very good 3 star hotel than a 5

The Atlas Riad Essaouira is a beautifully designed hotel with an excellent location. The lobby area is warm and welcoming, creating a great first impression. However, when I arrived early, I had to wait at the bar, which unfortunately wasn’t serving any soft drinks. As a tired and thirsty traveler, it would be great if the bar or coffee area could be open for early arrivals to offer refreshments while waiting for the room to be ready. Fortunately, the reception staff were accommodating and managed to prepare our room by 1 pm, which was much appreciated. Our room had a lovely and impressive sea view, but it was somewhat outdated and did not meet the standards of a 5-star hotel as advertised. For example, the room lacked basic amenities like an iron, which is typically expected in 5-star accommodations. Additionally, the sink in the bathroom did not drain properly, requiring manual adjustment to prevent overflow. Despite calling reception three times, it took some persistence before someone finally came to assist. The WiFi on the third floor was also quite poor, which was a bit frustrating. On a positive note, the swimming pool was delightful, although the bar service there could be improved. The waiter was unable to recommend any cocktails, leaving me to choose one at random. Overall, while the hotel facilities are decent, there is a need for significant improvements in customer service and attention to detail to truly meet the expectations of a 5-star rating. That said, it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

More like a very good 3 star hotel than a 5

The Atlas Riad Essaouira is a beautifully designed hotel with an excellent location. The lobby area is warm and welcoming, creating a great first impression. However, when I arrived early, I had to wait at the bar, which unfortunately wasn’t serving any soft drinks. As a tired and thirsty traveler, it would be great if the bar or coffee area could be open for early arrivals to offer refreshments while waiting for the room to be ready. Fortunately, the reception staff were accommodating and managed to prepare our room by 1 pm, which was much appreciated. Our room had a lovely and impressive sea view, but it was somewhat outdated and did not meet the standards of a 5-star hotel as advertised. For example, the room lacked basic amenities like an iron, which is typically expected in 5-star accommodations. Additionally, the sink in the bathroom did not drain properly, requiring manual adjustment to prevent overflow. Despite calling reception three times, it took some persistence before someone finally came to assist. The WiFi on the third floor was also quite poor, which was a bit frustrating. On a positive note, the swimming pool was delightful, although the bar service there could be improved. The waiter was unable to recommend any cocktails, leaving me to choose one at random. Overall, while the hotel facilities are decent, there is a need for significant improvements in customer service and attention to detail to truly meet the expectations of a 5-star rating. That said, it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Said

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I love it here!

I've just spent a week at this lovely hotel - I enjoyed a different artwork in the lobby area almost daily. The room, a little tired, was very comfortable and clean and I'm glad I booked a seaview - watching the beach spring into life each morning was a highlight (NB the beach is long, wide and often very windy - watching the kite surfers dance in the air was beautiful!). There was plenty of choice each morning at breakfast and the attendant staff were, on the whole, friendly and helpful. The pool area was pleasant and the pool itself refreshing! Again, be prepared for the windier days. There is also a lovely calm garden area with couches etc. Location: at first I was a little disappointed to find the hotel situated so far from the medina, fishing port and fort but actually the walk (around 30 minutes) North along the beach was really enjoyable (watching the families enjoying the waves etc) as we headed to the busier end of town. Walking South provided an opportunity to watch the various camel and horse riders and, of course, enjoy the acrobatics of the kite surfers. I loved the wide, windswept expanses of beach in this area. We also discovered some excellent restaurants behind the hotel, around 10 - 15 minutes walk. 5 star? That is subjective, dependent on your previous experiences but I, for one, am looking forward to returning to the Atlas Essaouira Riad Hotel soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

hamza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ikram

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We faced many problems at hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Josef

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024