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Dar El Paco

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with a full-service spa, a short walk to Essaouira Beach

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Terrace/patio
Classic Double Room (Sahara) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, iron/ironing board
Classic Double Room (Touareg) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, iron/ironing board
Classic Double Room (Touareg) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, iron/ironing board
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
10 Impasse Draa, off Rue Attarine, Essaouira, 44000
  • Skala de la Ville
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place Moulay el Hassan
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Skala du Port
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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Classic Double Room (Sahara) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room (Sahara)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room (Touareg) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room (Touareg)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room (Atlas) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room (Atlas)

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room (Bleu Azur) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room (Bleu Azur)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Essaouira

Located in Medina, Dar El Paco is next to Bayt Dakira and Gallery Kasbah. This 5-room, 3-star guesthouse has a full-service spa along with free in-room WiFi and a rooftop terrace.
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What's nearby

  • Skala de la Ville - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Essaouira Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Skala du Port - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 11 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mandala Society - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Marrakech - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dar Baba Restaurant & More - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café De France - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Des Reves - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Dar El Paco

Guesthouse with a full-service spa, a short walk to Essaouira Beach
A full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas are featured at Dar El Paco. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 20.00 per vehicle. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa guesthouse include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a gift shop.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa, arabspa. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.2 miles (EUR 5 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1900
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9 AM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

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
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • 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: EUR 2.80 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: EUR 20.00 per vehicle
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 5 per day (1312 ft away)

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 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 9 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

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 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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Couples must provide proof of marriage to share a room.
  • The guesthouse can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the guesthouse at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Dar El Paco.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Dar El Paco
Dar El Paco Essaouira
Dar El Paco House
Dar El Paco House Essaouira
Dar El Paco Guesthouse Essaouira
Dar El Paco Guesthouse
Dar El Paco Essaouira
Dar El Paco Guesthouse
Dar El Paco Guesthouse Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Dar El Paco?

Dar El Paco offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of Dar El Paco?

This guesthouse is situated in Medina, just steps from Skala de la Ville and Gallery Kasbah, and within a short walk of Essaouira Beach. You'll also find Place Moulay el Hassan and Skala du Port less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Dar El Paco?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Is there a spa at Dar El Paco?

Arabspa is the guesthouse's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, body scrubs, and facials.

Does Dar El Paco have a casino at the property?

No, Dar El Paco doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Dar El Paco?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Dar El Paco a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a turndown service as well as a full-service spa and a steam room.

Are there hot tubs at Dar El Paco?

No, but this guesthouse does have a steam room.

Does Dar El Paco have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Dar El Paco offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Dar El Paco allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dar El Paco though service animals are welcome.

Does Dar El Paco have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Where is the closest airport to Dar El Paco?

The closest major airport to Dar El Paco is Essaouira (ESU-Mogador), which is 10.4 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Dar El Paco?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Dar El Paco.

Dar El Paco Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CarlyBianchini, Vancouver, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This Dar far exceeded our expectations! The room was comfortable and clean, the owner and staff are friendly and gave great recommendations on restaurants and things to do and the breakfast was plentiful and delicious! We would love to come back here and definitely recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Fabulous Riad with very welcoming hosts, who made

From the onset, Riad El Paco has been fantastic. I love the location, the room and the service. I cannot fault Lara and Giovanni - such wonderful hosts! They helped us have a glorious time. We were there for just 4 days, and would easily go back just to stay here. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

10/10 Excellent

Mireille, San francisco

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

The perfect place to discover Essaouiria

The owners and manager of the Riad helped me for my the entire stay. Their advices were excellent and they did everything to make my stay exceptional! no stress and a beautiful Riad with beautiful and original rooms. I felt at home going back to the Riad after each adventures.

8/10 Good

Carl Emil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Birmingham

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

Little gem hidden amongst the meandering alleys...

The owner Giovanni was very accommodating and had time for his guests. Waffah his assistant was ever so helpful and always wear a lovely smile. Albeit slightly tricky to find, it's situated at a great location (considering where some other Riads were)! Breakfast was lovely and the hotel had character! The deco was thoughtful and exudes a homely feeling. Loved it and have no hesitation to return again.

10/10 Excellent

Anders, Skagen

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

Wonderful stay

Wonderfully helpful staff and gorgeous rooms. Everything was just perfect! We stayed an extra :)

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Great location

The hotel is in a great location. Some really nice food just outside the hotel. Shame about my room Blue Azur as it was at the top the stairs and had a lot of climbing to do. not ideal if you have children or OAPs

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

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

In Medina.

Awesome place great staff !!! Should we go back we'll stay again. Big America cup of coffee:) and endless :)

10/10 Excellent

Romina, Toronto, Canada

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

Great, cozyboasis inside the Medina

Dar El Paco was an oasis inside the Medina; great location and really friendly staff. The value for the room was great. The atmosphere was very relaxed and welcoming.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location - Good Price

Very nice hotel,well located, clean and sunny rooms, the breakfast is yummy... the only bad thing was that we arrived at 10 pm and nobody was there waiting for us, I had to ask a neighbour to call them to come. I would come back for sure.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Elaine, Christchurch, Dorset, UK

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

Rustic Charm!

I booked this hotel after reading good reviews about it, especially concerning the owners - but we did not get to meet them as far as I know. We received a very warm welcome and our room, although quite small and dark, was charming and cosy. There are two small roof terraces from which to admire the view over Essaouira. Yes, there is a mosque right next door and the first call to prayer of the day is at 5am, but breakfast is served up until 11 so you have plenty of time for a lie in. The breakfast of fresh pancakes was delicious. The hotel is right in the heart of the media which is great for exploring, and also close to the port. For eating and drinking I would recommend the Bab Laachour cafe/restaurant as it has superb views over the port, sea and the square from a lovely roof terrace, the food is cheap and simple and they serve alcohol.

8/10 Good

Carl-Johan

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

Well situated riad

A very well situated riad in Essaouira. Run by very gentle women. Nice rooms, perfect breakfast, good advice about what to do.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Accueil exceptionnel, localisation parfaite, calme, un havre de paix en pleine medina ! Chloe et philippe sont des hotes prevenants, disponibles, et wafaa est adorable !! Une adresse chaudement recommandée pour qui attend une vraie relation humaine
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Sui Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bjørn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Khalid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

jean-marie, CAEN

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

Excellent rapport qualitè prix.

L' accueil a été très sympathique avec beaucoup de renseignements de la part des hôtes et beaucoup de gentillesse et de discrétion. Le riad est très bien placé et facile à trouver.

4/10 Poor

JOSE, badajoz

Disliked: Room comfort

Buena relación calidad-precio.

Estuvimos en el hotel una noche, las instalaciones son correctas aunque la habitación no reflejaba la foto vista en la web. Lo más incómodo fue la puert del baño, no cerrada por completo que impedia tener intimidad dentro de el.

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle, Perpignan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accueil très sympathique. Chambre agréable. Excellents petits déjeuners. Parfaitement situé dans la médina. Nous recommandons les massages dispensés par Wafaa.

10/10 Excellent

Sigurd, København

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

En perle i Essaouira!

Dar El Paco er en lille perle i Essaouira. Da vi kom ind i værelset Bleu Azur var alt virkelig...Blåt. Og eventyrligt. Madrassen var dejlig fast og lang nok til mig på 2 meter. Beliggenheden er ideel for udforskning af de små stræder i medinaen. Og værten Giovanni er en meget venlig og hjælpsom mand. Morgenmaden var god og rigelig, fantastisk velsmagende appelsinjuice!Vi kunne dog godt have brugt en omelet eller et æg for variationens skyld. Alt i alt fantastisk "value for money".Og så var byen Essaouira et dejlig afslappet ophold i forhold til Marrakech. Det var en ferie, jeg ikke ville hjem fra!Vi fortrød at vi ikke tog imod et tilbud om en massage af stedets massør Waffa.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

rustige en aangename plek

Prettige rustige plek midden in het centrum. Heerlijk vis eten bij de haven.

10/10 Excellent

Maria , milano

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

Vero riad

Ottima accoglienza da parte di tutti,posizione all'interno della Medina molto comoda x tutto.

10/10 Excellent

Lorena, Madrid

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

Riad coqueta en el Centro de Essaouira

Riad pequeña y coqueta en el centro de Essaouira, ideal para pocos días. Los dueños italianos muy amables, hablan español muy bien. La habitación no era grande pero tenía muchos detalles y era acogedora. El baño algo pequeño y estaban haciendo algún arreglo. El desayuno excelente y el trato muy bueno. Muy buen precio para una noche. Pago en euros o dirhams, el tema de pago con tarjeta no les compensa y prefieren no hacerlo.