Dar Loulema

This charming guesthouse is ideally located along Essaouira's ancient city walls, its terrace offering superb panoramic views of the ocean, port, Mogador Island, and medina. Shops, restaurants, bars, and public transport are within walking distance, with the bus station 800 meters away and the port and beach a mere 3-minute stroll. Marrakech-Menara Airport is approximately 178 km from Essaouira. Light, calm, and comfort define this whitewashed guesthouse, originally built in the late 18th century and restored in traditional Moroccan style. With just eight rooms, it offers a 24-hour check-out service, a safe, a breakfast/dining room, laundry service (fees apply), and a night watchman. The riad accommodates up to 21 guests. Each room features a private terrace, individually controlled heating, a double or king-size bed, and a tadelakt bathroom with zellige tilework, a bathtub, shower, washbasin, and toilet. A hairdryer, internet access, a safe, and tea and coffee making facilities are also provided. Guests can relax on the hotel's sun terrace or rent sun loungers and parasols on the nearby sandy beach. A golf course is about 5 km away. The restaurant, centered around a monumental fireplace, offers a wide selection of traditional Moroccan specialties. Breakfast is served daily, and lunch and dinner are available from a set menu. The hotel is in the medina, near the port and beach. Arriving from Marrakech, follow Mohammed V Avenue along the beach to the port. Cross Moulay Hassan Plaza toward Taros restaurant, take Sqala Street along the walls, and then the first right onto the covered street.