Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Car hire
Massage services
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Old furniture
Noise issues
Cleanliness concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
6.86
Several reviews indicate issues with cleanliness, including dirty rugs and unkempt rooms.
Service
8.33
The service received positive comments, highlighting the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.37
Many reviews praised the excellent location near the medina, making it convenient for exploring.
Room Quality
6.82
Negative mentions regarding old furnishings and uncomfortable beds affected the score.
Amenities
7.35
Basic amenities were provided but there were mentions of a lack of shower gel and low-quality soap.
Value for Money
7.81
With a reasonable rate for the area, many felt it was good value despite some drawbacks.
Food and Beverage
8.86
Breakfast received multiple praises for its quality and presentation.
Overall Experience
7.83
While there were positives, the issues noted across several categories impacted the overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-17 18:46

Property Description

Charming Medina Hotel with Traditional Moroccan Design

Enchanting En Suite Rooms: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Moroccan Zellige mosaic and traditional tiled floors in every room at Hôtel Gnaoua. The suites boast private terraces offering stunning views of the Medina's bustling streets.

Relaxing Sun Terrace and Cozy Patio: Enjoy a delightful breakfast on the sun terrace while soaking up the warm Moroccan sun on comfortable deckchairs. Unwind in the hotel's peaceful patio or catch up on your favorite shows in the cozy Moroccan salon.

Convenient Location: Just a short drive from Essaouira Port, Eassaouira Bus Station, and Essaouira Airport, this hotel offers easy access to the city's key attractions. Don't miss the chance to visit Tagharte Beach, only 10 minutes away.

Book your stay at Hôtel Gnaoua now for an unforgettable experience in Essaouira!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:30 PM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1393 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.86
Service: 8.33
Location: 9.37
Room Quality: 6.82
Amenities: 7.35
Value for Money: 7.81
Food and Beverage: 8.86
Overall Experience: 7.83
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Rebecca • couple • it
9
Buona permanenza, posizione comoda per visitare il centro
Pros:

Buona colazione, camera comoda e pulita. bagno piccolo ma con tutto il necessario

Cons:

Bagno piccolo ma in generale una buona permanenza

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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MG • solo_traveller • es
7
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Ahmed • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

La propreté, la décoration, le personnel discrétion et attentionné.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Parke • family_with_children • gb
9
Great value for lovely, central, clean hotel.
Pros:

Beautifully decorated, excellent location and great rooftop breakfast.

Cons:

If you’re a light sleeper, you might find the noise from the street outside a bit intrusive. However, it’s a small price to pay for being in such a buzzy location.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Thérèse • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Bon gîte d'étape, très bien situé, un parking public proche qui correspondait à notre attente.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Gérard • couple • fr
9
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Elisa • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Breakfast is just incredible

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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davide • extended_group • it
7
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Anne • extended_group • fr
8
Pros:

La propreté, le personnel.

Cons:

Le bruit horrible quand on a une chambre sur la rue .

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Dina • couple • es
6
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Berengère • family_with_children • be
6
Riad pour routards bien situé si on aime l'animation.
Pros:

Riad en plein centre d'Essaouira et très facile à trouver. Celui qui nous a accueillis a fait son possible pour nous trouver un chauffage d'appoint car chambre fort humide. Riad pour routards et dont la qualité correspond au prix.

Cons:

Beaucoup de bruit, tard dans la nuit. un petit coup de peinture au mobilier extérieur ne ferait pas de tort!

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • couple • de
8
Pros:

Gute Lage, schöne Terrasse mit schöner Aussicht, sauber, nettes Personal

Cons:

Etwas laut wegen der Straße unterhalb

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Sonja • family_with_children • de
8
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
• family_with_children • fr
7
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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naoufal • couple • nl
9
Pros:

De locatie is midden in de stad, het ontbijt was ook goed, het verblijf was top. Prijs kwaliteit verhouding, bijna niks beters

Cons:

Mijn kamer had geen raam dat open kon, hierdoor weinig natuurlijk licht en frisse lucht.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • ie
7
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • cz
9
Pros:

We stayed in this hotel years ago and I liked the place so we stayed there again. We had nice room with great view on the busy street, breakfast was good. Like the location and the view so much.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Sébastien • extended_group • fr
8
Pros:

La proximité de la médina ,la plage,la propreté du riad irréprochable et bon petit déjeuner

Cons:

Pour notre départ a 6h du matin, tte les portes fermées et personne dans l établissement,et j avais demandé un petit dej a emporter vu le départ très matinal,j ai rien eu .

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Kerstin • extended_group • de
8
Wer für kleines Geld eine saubere u d zweckmäßige Unterkunft sucht, sollte hierhin kommen.
Pros:

Die Lage ist wirklich top: mittendrin im Leben! Das Preis/Leistungsverhältnis stimmt für mich, ich habe sehr gut geschlafen, das Frühstück auf der Dachterrasse war sehr gut, das Personal nett. Wer allerdings viel Platz und Luxus sucht, ist hier falsch. Ich würde auf jeden Fall nochmal hinfahren ☺️

Cons:

Vielleicht hätte das Bett einmal am Tag gemacht werden können. Ich hab immer Probleme mit Laken und Decke

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Boss Javier • couple • es
10
Pros:

La ubicación lo mejor

Cons:

Nada

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee