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Hotel · Essaouira · Marrakesh–Safi

Hostel & Riad

A simple riad in Essaouira with shared dorms, private rooms, and a leafy garden — rated highly for comfort and facilities.

  • Perfect comfort score
  • Top-rated staff and facilities
  • Garden and terrace on site
8.3 Great 133 reviews Booking.com 8.3 · 133 reviews

About

Hostel & Riad

Hostel & Riad sits at 16 Rue Laghrissi in Essaouira, Morocco, blending hostel-style dorms with private rooms. It earns strong marks from guests, with perfect scores for comfort and facilities, and near-perfect ratings for staff.

The property includes a garden, terrace, restaurant, and 24-hour reception, plus free Wi-Fi. Pets are welcome, and a paid airport shuttle is available. Rooms range from mixed and male-only dorms to a deluxe studio, family room, and double room.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Pet amenities available

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Perfect comfort rating — Guests rate comfort a perfect 10/10, reflecting a restful stay despite the hostel setting.
  • Top facilities and staff — Facilities also score a perfect 10, and staff earn 9.1, indicating attentive service and well-kept spaces.
  • Pet-friendly with garden — Pets are allowed and pet amenities are available, complemented by a garden and terrace for outdoor time.
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Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Limited room types — Only five room categories, and dorm beds are in shared rooms — no private bathroom options beyond showers.
  • No parking mentioned — Parking isn't listed, so guests arriving by car may need to arrange street parking or use the shuttle.
  • Check-in ends at 23:00 — Reception is 24-hour, but check-in officially runs until 11 PM, limiting late arrivals unless arranged.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

4 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed

  • 1 Bed in shared room

4 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Male only

  • 1 Bed in shared room

Deluxe Studio

  • 1 Double bed

Family Room

  • 4 Single beds
  • Shower

Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed,2 Single beds
  • Shower

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception

Pet services

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet amenities available

Food & drink

  • Restaurant

Outdoor spaces

  • Terrace
  • Garden area

Family & convenience

  • Cots
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Transport

  • Paid airport shuttle

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.3
Great 133 reviews

Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 133 reviews

Booking.com · 8.3 · 133 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Essaouira

The property sits in Essaouira.

Getting around: Essaouira's medina and seaside are within walking distance, but exact distances aren't provided. The 24-hour reception can assist with directions, and a paid airport shuttle is available.

16 Rue Laghrissi, Essaouira, Marrakesh–Safi, Morocco

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:00
Check-out
By 08:00-11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
20 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:00, and check-out is from 08:00 to 11:00.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Yes, pets are allowed, and pet amenities are available on site.

Is there parking available?

Parking is not listed, so you may need to find street parking or use the paid airport shuttle.

Does the riad offer airport transportation?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available.

What room types are available?

You can choose from mixed or male-only 4-bed dorms, a deluxe studio, a family room with four single beds, or a double room with a king or two singles.

Is smoking allowed on the property?

No, smoking is not allowed on site.

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The bottom line

A well-rounded riad in Essaouira that suits budget travellers and families alike, with standout comfort and facilities. The pet-friendly policy and garden add appeal, though parking is absent and check-in windows are tight.

8.3Based on guest scores and available info

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