See all properties
Entire home

Nice riad in the middle of the old town, a few minutes from the sea

Villa in Essaouira with kitchen and balcony

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Nice riad in the middle of the old town, a few minutes from the sea

Exterior detail
Exterior detail
Property grounds
Interior
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61938 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

View in a map
Essaouira
  • Place, Skala de la Ville
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Place Moulay el Hassan
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Skala du Port
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Essaouira

Located in Medina, this villa is next to Souk Jdid and Place du Marché aux Grains. The villa includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
View more Villas in EssaouiraOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Skala de la Ville - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Essaouira Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Skala du Port - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 11 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Burger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mandala Society - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Des Reves - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Le Mechouar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Baghdad - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Nice riad in the middle of the old town, a few minutes from the sea

The beautifully landscaped Dar Okapi is located in the middle of the medina (= historic old town). The riad is built over four floors around an inner courtyard. The house has a living room with fireplace, followed by a dining room, three bedrooms for a maximum of six people, a large bathroom with toilet and a separate toilet; Kitchen and various sun terraces. In the house there is TV, internet access, telephone (to answer calls). Fatima comes every day to clean the house. It is possible to have meals prepared by her (- which would have to be negotiated with Fatima). Bed linen and towels are changed every three days.
It is a three-minute walk to the beach. Shops, cafes and restaurants are nearby.
The villa is heated and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Limited housekeeping is available.

Similar properties

Terrace/patio

Our little corner of paradise

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 41 reviews
Our little corner of paradise

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Beautiful Riad Heart old Town few Minutes sea Villa Essaouira
Beautiful Riad Heart old Town few Minutes sea Villa
Beautiful Riad Heart old Town few Minutes sea Essaouira
Beautiful Riad Heart old Town few Minutes sea Villa Essaouira
Beautiful Riad Heart old Town few Minutes sea Villa
Beautiful Riad Heart old Town few Minutes sea Essaouira
Beautiful Riad Heart old Town few Minutes sea

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this villa?

This villa is situated in Medina, just steps from Souk Jdid and Place du Marché aux Grains, and within a short walk of Skala de la Ville. You'll also find Place Moulay el Hassan and Essaouira Beach less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this villa?

No, this villa doesn't offer parking.

Is this villa next to a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this villa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this villa.

What do couples enjoy most about Nice riad in the middle of the old town, a few minutes from the sea?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this villa, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each villa and fireplaces in some.

Are there hot tubs at Nice riad in the middle of the old town, a few minutes from the sea?

No, this villa doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this villa provide breakfast?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.

Does this villa have connecting rooms?

No, this villa doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Essaouira (ESU-Mogador), which is 10.5 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Nice riad in the middle of the old town, a few minutes from the sea?

Yes, every villa at Nice riad in the middle of the old town, a few minutes from the sea comes with a balcony.

Reviews

Nice riad in the middle of the old town, a few minutes from the sea Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dawn N., Ipoh, Perak

Liked: Cleanliness

Large riad in great location

We had a nice stay at this riad and would rate it 4.5 stars. It had a lot of space spread over 4+ floors and nice character. It could use a little sprucing up (some painting, new outdoor cushions). Pros -big, lots of space -good central medina location -kitchen is well stocked -wifi was functional -excellent response from host (hot water heater broke and they replaced it right away) Cons -could use some extra love (outdoor cushions are worn and stained) -top terrace has potential, but needs some upkeep -some sewer smells (typical for riads) -alley was not very clean (not the host's fault)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Gaëlle R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Riad très joli mais pas vraiment fonctionnel

Fatima nous accueille, le lieu est joli et propre. Les lits sont faits et confortables. La soupe nous attend et est délicieuse. Cependant le riad, très bien placé dans la médina, est atteint par de petites ruelles et la porte d'entrée est aufond d'une impasse et les odeurs d'excrements de chats est assez horrible.Il est tres dommage que la cuisine ne soit pas au même étage que la salle à manger et le sejour : il faut sans arret être dans des escaliers avec de hautes marches...De plus, nous avons eu la malchance d'avoir de la pluie régulièrement et il fallait sans cesse passer sous la pluie pour aller d'une piece à une autre et notamment aux toilettes ...Dommage car la décoration est magnifique, avec goût, et de magnifiques plantes égaient et embelissent les terrasses et exterieurs. On pourrait vraiment y etre tres bien si on n'était pas toujours dans les escaliers et sous la pluie...Nous avons quand même adoré notre séjour et remercions encore Fatima pour sa disponibilité. A l'interieur pas de mauvaises odeurs
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gérard L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacances d’hiver

Bonne température pour passer 1 semaine à Essaouira.Moins de foule en cette periode
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marylin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ryad très agréable et cosy, décoration de goût, encore beaucoup plus joli que sur les photos. Très bonne literie. Cuisine très bien équipée. En plein dans la vieille ville, emplacement idéal proche du port, de l'océan, des marchés... Fortement recommandé.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fal R., Duisburg - GERMANY

Liked: Cleanliness

Oktober 2023

Wir hatten wundervolle Tage in Essaouira und im Dar Okapi. Die Abholung von Fatima am Busbahnhof hat perfekt geklappt. Wir werden wiederkommen :-) Das Haus erreicht man durch schmale Gassen mit Straßenhunden. Hier sollte man keine Angst haben.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sehr schönes und geschmackvoll eingerichtetes Riad

Das Riad ist wirklich sehr liebevoll und sehr geschmackvoll renoviert und eingerichtet. Wir haben uns gleich wohlgefühlt. Man kann sich auch den ganzen Tag dort aufhalten, kochen, lesen oder einfach chillen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022