Riad Al Zahia

3.0 star property
Riad in Essaouira with a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop

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Room options

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Traditional Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Family Suite

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Traditional Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 248 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Essaouira

Located in Medina, Riad Al Zahia is next to Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum and Le Real Mogador. This 10-room, 3-star riad welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.
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What's nearby

  • Skala de la Ville - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Essaouira Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 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) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taros - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Il Mare - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Marrakech - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dar Baba Restaurant & More - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café De France - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Riad Al Zahia

Riad in Essaouira with a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop
At Riad Al Zahia, guests have access to a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a library. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for MAD 700 per vehicle one way, as well as an area shuttle for a fee. A multilingual staff is on hand to assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. This riad also has laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Sitting areas and safes are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

  • Offsite parking available (MAD 25 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Zahias resto

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

More

  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless 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
There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 8.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cash deposit: MAD 50 per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 30.00 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 700 per vehicle (one way)
  • Nearby parking fee: MAD 25 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 8.0 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
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: noon—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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, 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Al Zahia Essaouira
Riad Al Zahia
Riad Al Zahia Essaouira
Riad Zahia
Riad Al Zahia Riad
Riad Al Zahia Essaouira
Riad Al Zahia Riad Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Riad Al Zahia?

Riad Al Zahia offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Riad Al Zahia?

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

Is parking available on site at Riad Al Zahia?

No, there isn't parking at this riad.

Does Riad Al Zahia have a casino on the premises?

No, Riad Al Zahia doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Riad Al Zahia?

No, there is no indoor pool at this riad.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Riad Al Zahia?

Couples staying at this riad will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as a bar and an ocean-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Riad Al Zahia?

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

Does Riad Al Zahia have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Riad Al Zahia serves breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Zahias resto.

Will Riad Al Zahia allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Riad Al Zahia.

Does Riad Al Zahia have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Riad Al Zahia?

The closest major airport to Riad Al Zahia is Essaouira (ESU-Mogador), which is 10.6 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Riad Al Zahia?

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

Riad Al Zahia Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Beatrice

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dayanand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Riad within minutes of the main square. Friendly staff and excellent rooftop breakfast. Rooms and common areas are not as polished as the pictures would suggest but not in bad shape either - decent and everything works. Complimentary water would be helpful in the rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fahd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very welcoming and always there to help out. The location is in the middle of the madina, making it perfect to explore the madina.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sinan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply wonderful hotel all around and value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Gary

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very nice quiet street. But you are surrounded by action and access to all your delights. By walking around you can get lost in the excitement and discover litlle gems just tucked away. Staying in the madina you get the real feel of the environment.The riad I stayed in was very nice clean.Very good Breakfast to get you started cheap and cheerful.Was not busy at this time. I would've stayed longer
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare

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

Relaxing and well located.

A brilliantly positioned riad with great accommodation and lovely staff. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Masoud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I came to stay in Essouira for a night but ended up for 5 nights since it was a charming town and gnaoua festival was going on! This place is close to everywhere and has awesome and helpful people! The owner, Clemente, is such a cool guy and we ended up hanging out! If you come to Essouira this is the place you want to stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

MONICA

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

Rooftop Cafe made the trip

This riad was perfectly situated just mins from the main square. The staff went above and beyond to help with all our requests, and recommendations for tours, restaurants and places to shop, and the breakfast was the best we had throughout our trip in Morroco. The rooftop cafe was a delight, although up quite a number of stairs. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room had a first class shower and private balcony. Nice swimming pool. Excellent buffet breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yeganeh, Virginia, USA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful riad, located in a nice area of old medina, walking distance to all the attractions (and the bus station). Breakfast was great. The owner was very kind and prompt in responses to all inquiries (and fluent in multiple languages). We had a great stay and will come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thought the property was great and the staff were very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Adam

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

Fine to be cute but a real toilet door please

The place is fine overall but the lack of a door for the toilet instead of saloon doors that while lovely provide no privacy. The Wi Fi sort of works but is not great. Breakfast and relatively cheap beer were good. Sketchy characters smoking marijuana hang out near the place at night but pose no real risk. Staff did not help with getting bags up to second floor so have no expectations about that. Breakfast ladies were friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The location was great for exploring the medina. Zahia suite was very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good stay.

Excellent stay for walking in Medina. Breakfast was good too
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nurul

A beautiful riad with a pretty rooftop terrace. The room was cosy & the bed was heaven. The mattress was so soft & good. The best bes i had in my stay in Morocco thus far. The breakfast spread was good & delicous too. The staircase though was like a mountain climb especially with heavy luggages. But it was only a minute of pain.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice riad in medina

We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the friendliness of the hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Very good location and great welcome by owner

The owner was very welcoming and the location of the Riad is very central, close to the main sightseeing spots. The only drawback is that there is no Air Conditioning whereas on the site it mentions that there is.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Right in the Medina, yet very quiet at night. Next to the fishing port, with plenty to see. Rooftop terrace for breakfast in the sun with views of the ocean. Beautiful place.

8/10 Good

Shijia Tiffany

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

Convenient and clean

Great location in the heart of the medina with shops and restaurants on the doorstep. Hot water and good water pressure

8/10 Good

Shijia Tiffany

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

Convenient and clean

Great location in the heart of the medina with shops and restaurants on the doorstep. Hot water and good water pressure

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Barry, Ottawa

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

Great value and location in the heart of Essaouira.

Al Zahia was all we expected and more for a reasonable price. Our family room had enough space for parents and two kids, and the lounge downstairs was comfortable. The wifi in the hotel worked well, but Internet service in the city was spotty. Breakfast on the rooftop terrace was very good each morning. (It might be too much to ask a small riad, but I also love it when hotels have early morning coffee and tea service in their lobby.) I would definitely recommend Al Zahia to friends going to Essaouira.

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