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Hotel Orson Welles

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Suite | 10 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated
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Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Rue Al Akaba 19, Borj 1, Essaouira, 44000
  • Place, Essaouira Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Skala du Port
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Place Moulay el Hassan
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | 10 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Suite | 10 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Essaouira

Hotel Orson Welles places you within a short walk of Essaouira Beach and within a mile (2 km) of Bab Marrakech Tower. This 3-star hotel has 12 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Essaouira Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Skala du Port - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Essaouira Clock Tower - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Skala de la Ville - 11 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bonzo Coffee Shop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Coupole - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Roof Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪cafe Roma Essaouira - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Fanatic - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Hotel Orson Welles

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace
Guests of Hotel Orson Welles enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available on request) for MAD 500 per vehicle one way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this golf hotel include a meeting room, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet, along with 50-cm TVs. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception

Things to do

  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-cm TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 10.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for MAD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 13.20 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: MAD 500 per vehicle (one way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: MAD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 10.0 per night

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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available on request), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hotel Orson Welles
Hotel Orson Welles Essaouira
Orson Welles Essaouira
Hotel Orson Welles Hotel
Hotel Orson Welles Essaouira
Hotel Orson Welles Hotel Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Orson Welles?

Hotel Orson Welles provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Hotel Orson Welles?

This hotel is located in Essaouira within a short 13-minute walk of Essaouira Beach. You'll also find Place Moulay el Hassan and Skala de la Ville within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Orson Welles?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel Orson Welles feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Orson Welles doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Orson Welles?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Orson Welles?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include around-the-clock room service, premium bedding, and free Internet access.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Orson Welles?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Orson Welles have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Orson Welles serves free continental breakfast from its restaurant.

Will Hotel Orson Welles allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Hotel Orson Welles.

Does Hotel Orson Welles have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hotel Orson Welles?

The closest major airport to Hotel Orson Welles is Essaouira (ESU-Mogador), which is 9.7 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Orson Welles?

Yes, some guestrooms at Hotel Orson Welles offer a furnished balcony and may feature city views.

Hotel Orson Welles Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 58 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

claudia, Los Angeles

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

Ugly

Unfriendly people. The hotel very ugly inside the bathroom dirty the sink very old. Terrible place to stay

2/10 Terrible

priit, london

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very bad

Not go this hotel...hotel smelling...tv not working...not buffet...only 1egg and koffe give morning

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Nice hotel for a long stay

It's quite far from the medina to stay here just for a few days. Otherwise it's good place in Essaouira... for those who are not about "Point break" movie.

8/10 Good

Rebecca, Todmorden

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

A hotel full of character

We had a great stay at the Orson Welles. The hotel is really beautifully decorated in a traditional Moroccan style. The bathroom was especially unusual.

8/10 Good

Gorden, Bucks, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Moroccan feel and hospitality

Took my wife to Essaouira to celebrate her birthday. Well received by multi lingual family owner, Aziz. Entrance a bit dull, but rooms brighter and well maintained. Firm comfortable beds and running hot/cold water. Genuine, traditional style and feel. Not much choice but good breakfast, served with Moroccon tea. Quite pleased with the hospitality shown by Aziz and staff, dispute the cross lingual challenge. Good basic accommodation and value for money.

4/10 Poor

J, Canada

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Nothing special

Decent hotel, however the room was really dark, poorly lit. Everything else was very average. The service was good however. It was inexpensive so can't complain too much.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Lovely Hotel close to the Medina and Beach

Situated in a quiet part of town. Comfortable rooms with Moroccan decor. Friendly staff and nice breakfast. 10-15 minute walk to the Medina along the beach front. Although there was no restaurant at the hotel, there are plenty to choose from in and on the way to the Medina. 2.5 hour drive from Marrakech Airport with an excellent cab service which the hotel arrange for you.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Moroccan Experience

Enjoyable.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Like a sultan

The service was like in a palace. I feel like I´m a VIP person. So friendly, so personality. Special thanks to Yousef. Maroccan soup and tea for free. great !!!

10/10 Excellent

Bella, London

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

A boutique hotel that's great for families!

We stayed in the suite- which was great for a family of four. It's huge, spotless, very dim (unless you open the windows to let some light in) and full of extraordinary fittings. There's a tiled green and blue bathtub, a massive dresser in ornate carved wood and a balcony overlooking the street, which provided hours of entertainment for my four-year-old. (No need for TV!) The beds were very comfy, and even with two fold-ups for the kids, there was still loads of space. The shower took 5-10 minutes to get hot, but was worth the wait. The hotel isn't that close to the medina - about 3/4 of a mile - it's in a residential area of the city, and a 5-minute walk (or 10 minutes at child pace) from the beach, right to the place where the camels depart from! We usually walked along the beach to the medina. There's loads to see on the way, including two playgrounds. One day we took a horse and cart (loads pass right under the window of the hotel) - full of Moroccans rather than tourists. The hotel is family owned and run. Aziz - one of the owners and concierge - is incredibly helpful. With the chef away, he advised us on the nearest supermarket one day, had food delivered from a restaurant another day, and even had his mother cook his some lovely couscous another night. And the breakfasts were great - very generous ans really tasty. I think if you are looking for a sanitised version of Morocco, then this isn't it. But we loved the fact that it was so personal and so welcoming.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Clean - Friendly - Great Breakfast

Could not ask for better service. I stayed for 8 very enjoyable days, thanks to Tariq, Aziz and staff.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

terrible

This is not a hotel. This is a hotel construction....

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Little. Gem

This hotel is a little gem decorated in RIAD style with. Morrocan tagladet open style rooms with private bathroom and balcony , it's a ten min walk to the medina and about same to the lovely beach the breakfast was spot on and dinner was nice too I'd 100% return

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great Hotel - under rated

This beautifully designed hotel is located a 20 minute walk from the centre of Essouira but very close to the watersports end of the beach. Quiet despite being between 2 busy roads. Spotless inside and gorgeously designed rooms. Service was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious and substantial. Highly recommended.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Orson wells essouria

Looks a big cave, Very clean and unusual. the shower was terrible more like a tin can, Breakfast was not amazing.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel Orson Wells Essaouira

The hotel was clean and we got new spreads for the bed and towels every day, thumbs up for the cleaning lady. Otherwise the rooms were very cold (beeing there during november), the windows and balcony door not keeping close made both cold wind and noise diusturb us during the stay. The showers and washbasin was leaking water and the bathroom overall were not so nice. Breakfast wasnt great either. But you get what you pay for, it was really cheap. Perhaps during summer when the weather is warmer it is more pleasant to stay here. The location was a bit off and it was really hard to find a taxi.

8/10 Good

Irvy, London, UK

Liked: Staff & service

Enjoyable stay

This is a small, family run hotel decorated in a riad style. The hotel represents great value for for money and is located 5 mins walk from the beach and about 20 mins walk from the medina. The staff were very friendly and helpful and i can't thank them enough for helping to make our stay more enjoyable.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Hotel Orson Welles

A nice hotel in the new city. 5 min walk to the beach and 15 min to the Medina. The staff are very friendly and the rooms are clean.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great and very cute!

The staff is very friendly and is always ready and willing to help. They will go far above to make sure your stay is the best it can be. If you are the type of traveller who wants modern comforts and decor this is not the hotel for you. However, if you want a hotel that is full of charm and culture, this is a fabulous hotel. When I first walked in to my room it looked dirty but it was just the dark lighting and the type of tile work that they have, it is actually very, very clean. I highly recommend it. Additionally, the food is incredible and the service in the restaurant is impeccable.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Hotel Orson Welles

A great hotel, very clean and very friendly staff. Only 5 mins walk to the beach.

2/10 Terrible

Carsten

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

Umådelig dårlig service af Hotel.com

Hotelet var lukket, gået falidt, meget dårlig service at man ikke meddeler gæster som har købt og betalt et ophold, at dette er sket, så man havde mulighed for at booke et andet hotel. Det er ikke rart at komme til en lukket dør sent på dagen.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anass, Rabat

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

hôtel charmant, excellent rapport qualité prix

personnel charmant, un couple de français qui savent gérer

2/10 Terrible

fati, h h

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel désert,horrible

Un cauchemar !!! Les toilettes communiqué avec la chambre odeur etc + problème de plomberie fuite aucune télé ne fonctionne (problème de câble selon le gérant ). Une seule borne wifi donc pas d'Internet. Hôtel sombre pas de lumière ,de la poussière partout. Nous avons trouvé un autre hôtel. Donc nous avons payé sans dormir dans l'hôtel. hôtel à éviter!!!!!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Goede prijs/kwaliteit, prima voor kort verblijf

Hotel is traditioneel, mooi en authentiek. Personeel is vriendelijk. De douche mag wel een opknapbeurt gebruiken, maar de kamers en bedden liggen zijn erg goed en uiteraard schoon. Het is ontbijt is helaas zeer mager en betreft niets meer als koffie/thee/jus d'orange, stokbrood, smeerkaas en een hardgekookt eitje. Je kan op een 15min. lopen (aan de corniche/strand) een prima ontbijt scoren bij één van de cafe's. Kijkend naar de prijs-kwaliteitverhouding valt er niets te klagen.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Agéable

Très bon séjour à Essaouira et hotel tranquille et juste bien pour dormir et se rafraichir.

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