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Riad Chbanate

4.0 star property
Riad in Essaouira with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Panoramic Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Panoramic Suite | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Panoramic Suite | Living area | 32-inch plasma TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace
Fireplace
Free daily local cuisine breakfast

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa

Explore the area

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179 rue Chbanate, Essaouira, Essaouira, 44000
  • Place, Skala de la Ville
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Place Moulay el Hassan
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Skala du Port
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Comfort Suite

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Romantic Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Panoramic Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Essaouira

Located in Medina, Riad Chbanate is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Souk Jdid and Place du Marché aux Grains. This 8-room, 4-star riad has a full-service spa along with free in-room WiFi and a gym.
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What's nearby

  • Skala de la Ville - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Essaouira Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Skala du Port - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Menara Airport (RAK) - 166 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Riad Chbanate

Riad in Essaouira with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Guests staying at Riad Chbanate enjoy access to a full-service spa, a gym, and a rooftop terrace. Airport transportation is made easy with a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) for MAD 800 per vehicle. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa riad include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a library.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch plasma TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include fireplaces, minibars, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the riad include a fitness center.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the riad's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to noon
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 440.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 33.00 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 800 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 440.0 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, 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the airport pick-up service (fees apply).

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Riad Chbanate Essaouira
Chbanate Essaouira
Chbanate
Riad Chbanate Hotel Essaouira
Riad Chbanate Riad
Riad Chbanate Essaouira
Riad Chbanate Riad Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Riad Chbanate?

Riad Chbanate provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Riad Chbanate?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riad Chbanate on Nov 1, 2025 start from $134.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Riad Chbanate?

This riad is situated in Medina, just steps from Souk Jdid and Bab Marrakech Tower, and within a short walk of Essaouira Clock Tower. You'll also find Skala de la Ville and Place Moulay el Hassan less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Riad Chbanate?

No, there isn't parking at this riad.

Is there a spa available at Riad Chbanate?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.

Does Riad Chbanate include a casino?

No, Riad Chbanate doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Riad Chbanate?

No, there is no indoor pool at this riad.

Is Riad Chbanate good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this riad, including a fireplace and in-room massages as well as a bar.

Does Riad Chbanate have a hot tub?

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

Does Riad Chbanate have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Riad Chbanate serves free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning from its restaurant.

Does Riad Chbanate allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Riad Chbanate.

Does Riad Chbanate have connecting rooms?

No, this riad doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Riad Chbanate?

The closest major airport to Riad Chbanate is Essaouira (ESU-Mogador), which is 10.5 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Riad Chbanate?

No, at Riad Chbanate, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.