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The Chill Art Hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

The Chill Art Hostel is located in Essaouira, 200 metres from Market Place and 400 metres from Othello Garden. The property is situated 2 km from Essaouira Assawak Assalam.

M
Matthew
From
Switzerland
Very nice comfy vibe, felt like a second home. The people were great, the decorations were amazing. The breakfast was really nice. My only regret is that I should have stayed longer.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,151 reviews
Price from
US$37.43
1 night, 2 adults

Riad Dar Afram

Old Medina, Essaouira

Boasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Riad Dar Afram is set in the centre of Essaouira, 600 metres from Plage d'Essaouira.

l
leela2
From
United Kingdom
A place of real character, full of art and music (quiet, chilled music) and a warm welcome. I felt instantly at home, which is how Abdul wants all his guests to feel. The staff (especially the ever-present Sadia) go out of their way to be helpful. The location, just a few steps away from the ramparts with their perfect vantage point to watch the sunset, is ideal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
Price from
US$106.65
1 night, 2 adults

Essaouira trip hostel

Essaouira

Boasting a terrace, Essaouira trip hostel is set in Essaouira in the Marrakech-Safi region, less than 1 km from Plage d'Essaouira and 4.9 km from Golf de Mogador.

S
SheViking
From
United Kingdom
Best breakfast in Morocco, absolutely delicious with fresh omelette, warm fresh grilled bread, cake, fresh fruits, tea, jams, etc etc, so so satisfying! Wifi was super super steady & fast. Such a comfortable bed!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
Price from
US$28.97
1 night, 2 adults

hostel riad maqam

Mellah, Essaouira

Hostel riad maqam is ideally situated in Essaouira, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

F
Firdaous
From
Belgium
I stayed at this beautifully decorated traditional Riad and was thoroughly impressed. It offers both double rooms and dormitories, all immaculately clean and well maintained, with comfortable bedding and en-suite bathroom and shower. The Riad is perfectly located in the medina, close to everything you might need, and is easily accessible from both Bab Doukala and Bab Marrakech. There are lovely shared spaces on the ground floor and the rooftop, for relaxing or socializing. Although I only stayed for one night, I will definitely come back. Thank you Marouane for everything!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews
Price from
US$28.44
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel La Smala

Kasbah, Essaouira

Hostel La Smala has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Essaouira. Ideally set in the Kasbah district, this hostel is situated 5.9 km from Golf de Mogador.

V
Valeriya
From
Kazakhstan
if you’re looking for a place to stay and work remotely, it is the best option, cause they have amazing rooftop terrace with ocean view and the best sunset viewpoint
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,648 reviews
Price from
US$39.10
1 night, 2 adults

Atlantic Hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

Atlantic Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Essaouira. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

V
Virág
From
Hungary
This hostel has the most amazing staff I have ever met in my life! I can just say a HUGE THANKS for all the people working there, because during my 2 weeks of staying, they treated me so good. I felt like they are all my big brothers taking care of me. I have never seen before a staff so friendly, talkative and involved of the travelers everyday life. Any kind of issue I faced in Essaouira, they were there to help me (even came with me to buy vegetables in the market, to show me how things are going among locals, or we could just eat together to not to feel alone in my lonely moments). Best atmosphere ever! I was a bit crying when I left Essouira :/ If something didn't work in the building (like the electrical socket next to my bed when I arrived) I just told them, and they came right away to fix it. They are fast and really willing to help you. Also if you are looking for a place, where the community life is very good, this is the right place to stay, they have musical instruments, a nice hall, and a rooftop to talk and make friends or find travel buddies. Love you guys! Hope to see you soon!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,442 reviews
Price from
US$37.33
1 night, 2 adults

Giraffe Hostel-Sea view Rooftop

Ahl Agadir, Essaouira

Giraffe Hostel-Sea view Rooftop is ideally situated in the centre of Essaouira, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

K
Kit
From
United Kingdom
Perfectly yet discreetly located, Giraffe was a pleasant place to stay and relax while in Essaouira. The staff were all busy and cheerful, all more than happy to pause and chat for a while. Bed was actually HEAVENLY. Crisp sheets, comfy mattress, and a quiet shared room of 4. Waking up to a delicious breakfast being cooked was delightful, and the positive and friendly ambience on the rooftop was a top place to start the day, and end the night too!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews
Price from
US$51
1 night, 2 adults

berber hostel

Old Medina, Essaouira

Berber hostel is attractively set in Essaouira, and offers a terrace and free WiFi. Built in 1956, the property is within 500 metres of Plage d'Essaouira and 5.6 km of Golf de Mogador.

M
Marie
From
Belgium
This is the kind of place that it’s difficult to leave. I kept extending my stay here because you really feel at home. The staff is incredibly kind and helpful and the atmosphere is cosy and warmth. You can probably find more intimated places in the city but I’m not sure you can find a friendlier one. The breakfast is one of the best I was served in a hostel and Souf, the manager, cooks often family dinners for the guests. As a solo traveler, I definitely recommend the place to anyone looking for a unique and authentic stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 523 reviews
Price from
US$41.33
1 night, 2 adults

Surf HouseMaroc

Essaouira

Situated in Essaouira, 20 km from Golf de Mogador, Surf HouseMaroc features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available....

L
Ljubinko
From
Serbia
Surf HouseMaroc is a part of my heart....nice people, nice fond, wonderfull place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 486 reviews
Price from
US$34.36
1 night, 2 adults

White And Blue

Old Medina, Essaouira

White And Blue is located in Essaouira. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a patio, a terrace and a seating area.

A
Alex
From
New Zealand
Amazing value. Perfect location in the Medina and with the instructions, easy to find. Staff were friendly and very welcoming on arrival. The room was clean and comfortable!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews
Price from
US$23.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 523 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 486 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,151 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,442 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Essaouira

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,648 reviews

Hostels that guests love in Essaouira

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  • Avg. price/night: US$32
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,442 reviews
    The staff were amazing, and so was the vibe. Great location inside the medina. It's not perfect, but it's definitely worth it and more for the cheap price we paid!!! I would stay here again if I travel on a budget.
    Guest review by
    Daniel Graf
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,151 reviews
    Great location in medina. The prettiest hostel I've seen interior-vise. 2 lovely cats living in the riad. Homely atmosphere, great for meeting people and hang out! Quiet in the night.
    Guest review by
    Maria
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$32
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,442 reviews
    All the staff is very friendly, the rooftop terrace is perfect for chilling, socializing and seeing the sunset, and the food served there at the bar is tasty. Even though it's a cheap hostel it keeps the minimum standards and since each floor can only be accessed by the people staying on it (they have security codes to enter the floor and room) the cleanness level doesn't get affected so much during the day. A very good budget friendly stay.
    Guest review by
    Karen Michie
    Solo traveller