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About this property
Caverne d'Ali Baba is a restored 18th-century riad located inside the ramparts of Essaouira, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It offers en suite rooms, a terrace and restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available in common areas. Caverne d'Ali Baba’s rooms combine details of the original building with modern amenities. Each room has a private bathroom and some rooms have a decorative fireplace. Ali Baba’s restaurant serves traditional Moroccan cuisine and a variety of European dishes. Guests can have breakfast on the terrace and relax in the lounge. The Caverne d'Ali Baba is a few minutes on foot from the beach and port. It is also near shopping areas and craft shops.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Parking
- Basic free WiFi (12 Mbps)
- Family rooms
- Terrace
- 24-hour front desk
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ulrike
Spain
“Traditional old Riad with Casper and Porter Shop in the basement. Beautiful and tastefully furnished.” - Antony
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was traditional Moroccan fare and was very enjoyable.” - Zbyněk
Czech Republic
“Room No. 7 Alibaba A place like a fairy tale. Seating on the terrace. Excellent breakfast.” - Smidger
United Kingdom
“We really loved this place. It is a warm, welcoming, wonderful Riad in a perfect location. Happy, friendly and attentive staff and owner /.manager, they really couldn't be any more helpful and accommodating.” - Mychelle
Canada
“This is a traditional, family run riad, in a great location, right in the heart of the Medina. The hotel manager generously upgraded our room at no extra charge. The traditional Moroccan breakfast of coffee/tea, orange juice, bread with oil, honey...” - Dario
Germany
“The rooms were functional, sufficiently spacious, well decorated and clean.” - Leanne
United Kingdom
“great place, friendly staff, nice traditional riad” - Stephanie
United Kingdom
“Lovely, friendly staff. Very central location. Delicious breakfast. Nice atmosphere and decor. The staff gave us great suggestions and advice.” - Barbara
Germany
“Very nice place. The location is perfect, close to port 7 min walk. Very quiet, roof terasse is very nice. Staff very very friendly and helpful.” - Barbora
Slovakia
“breakfast, location(right in the Medina), room was simple but traditional.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please inform Caverne d'Ali Baba in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
License number: 44000MH0499