Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location (close to beach, good for surf/kitesurf)
Helpful, friendly staff (birthday surprise mentioned)
Nice/good/copious breakfast
Chill-out area with kettle and free tea
Comfortable/spacious women's dorm mentioned
Decent lockers in dorms
Friendly community and social atmosphere
Outdoor area and pleasant common spaces
Cons:
Bathrooms frequently dirty / poor cleaning
Misleading listing and dishonest behavior by host (private room issue)
Bathroom issues: minimal fittings, humidity, lack of ventilation
Missing dorm amenities: no curtains, no bedside racks/lights
No common kitchen available
Parking on main road; occasional access/parking issues
Thin budget blankets; no lock on some toilet doors
Lack of wardrobe/armoire in some rooms; some distance from medina

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Multiple guests reported bathrooms were not cleaned (dirty sinks/toilets), requests to clean went unanswered; clear recurring negative sentiment on cleanliness.
Service
1
Generally praised staff for friendliness, helpfulness and special gestures (birthday surprise); however one report of dishonest behavior around a Booking reservation leads to mixed notes but overall service sentiment leans positive.
Location
1
Repeatedly noted as very close to the beach and convenient for surfing/kitesurfing; only occasional notes about being far from the medina or parking on the main road.
Room Quality
1
Dorms described as spacious and comfortable by some, but issues noted with thin budget blankets, humidity due to poor bathroom ventilation and minimal bathroom fittings.
Amenities
1
Positive mentions of chill-out area, kettle, free mint tea, lockers; several guests requested additional amenities (curtains, racks, bedside lights, a common kitchen) indicating room for improvement.
Value for Money
1
Several guests found the combination of breakfast and chill-out areas good value; one explicit note calling it value for money despite some shortcomings.
Food and Beverage
1
Breakfast repeatedly described as good/copious/great across many reviews, a clear positive point for F&B.
Overall Experience
1
Many guests enjoyed atmosphere, community and breakfast, but serious negative experience reported about misleading/dishonest booking practice and repeated cleanliness problems, yielding a mixed overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-24 21:21

Property Description

Experience the ultimate coastal retreat at Yousurf Surf House in Essaouira, where comfort meets adventure.

Unmatched Amenities
Indulge in our BBQ facilities and cozy shared lounge, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring. Enjoy quiet street views from your apartment with private entrances, ensuring your stay is as tranquil as it is convenient.

Delicious Dining
Awake to a delightful continental or vegetarian breakfast featuring warm dishes, local specialties, and fresh pastries in our family-friendly restaurant. Savor the local flavors while enjoying lunch, dinner, or brunch at your leisure.

Active Adventures
Embrace the surf lifestyle with nearby water sports and yoga sessions available on-site. Plus, with a car rental service, your adventures beyond the waves await.

Book your unforgettable stay today!

Important information:

Windsurf boards included in your stay.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
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Safae • solo_traveller • ma
8
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Abdelali • family_with_children • fr
7
Pros:

Bon emplacement studio bien aménagé et très joliment décoré.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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annma • solo_traveller • ma
10
Pros:

Très bel accueil! Nous avons adoré tout le personnel super sympa et ils ont été de bon conseil! Ils nous ont même facilité le tout puisque nous avons pu séjourner même pour la fête de l'Aïd alors qu'ils devaient être fermé! Ils ont été aux petits soins! Ce fut très apprécié! ( Merci aussi pour mon dos! 😉 )
Super de pouvoir louer surf sur place avec wet suit!

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Salim • solo_traveller • ma
8
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Aleksandra • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Deon • solo_traveller • gb
4
Pros:

The staff were really nice and very helpful .

Cons:

The place is rundown. Needs a good clean and maintenance. Shelves falling off the wall, bathroom old and a lot broken. Only had 1 warm shower during the stay.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Pilar • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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REBUFFEL • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour. L'accueil y est sympathique, à la fois chaleureux et plein d'attentions. La chambre est spacieuse, très propre, confortable et au calme. Rien ne manque côté équipements : minibar, prises pour les chargeurs, salle d'eau fonctionnelle et de grands draps de bain de qualité. Tout est réuni pour un séjour réussi.

Cons:

Un peu éloigné de la plage et de la Médina

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Evamaria • solo_traveller • at
7
Pros:

I stayed at YouSurf for a relaxed weekend in Essaouira. I was aware of it being a hostel, yet I was a little disappointed by the state of my room. The photos looked nicer. I had what seemed a four bed room to myself, so space was no problem. Bathroom, beds and balcony were quite rundown, so could use some TLC :) But the staff was very friendly, a lovely lovely breakfast. And the location is perfect for (wind)surfers or to explore the coast a little outside of the city center.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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zannouti • solo_traveller • ma
1
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Patrycja • extended_group • be
4
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Salim • extended_group • it
9
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Corinna • solo_traveller • us
7
Central to the beach
Pros:

Great location, big women’s dorm room, easy to get a taxi or walk to the beach

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Alena • solo_traveller • cz
8
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
G
GNOUG • solo_traveller • ma
9
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
E
elhaimer • solo_traveller • ma
10
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
M
Marouane • solo_traveller • ma
6
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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elhaimer • solo_traveller • ma
8
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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JohnNinth • solo_traveller • fi
10
Pros:

Spacious room! Cool staff. Trendy vibes.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Isabelle • family_with_children • fr
1
Très mauvais,
Pros:

rien

Cons:

Le rapport qualité prix est très mauvais. Je ne recommande pas du tout cet établissement. La propreté est inexistante, tout est sale et en très mauvais état. Très cher pour ce que c'est. Etablissement de très mauvaise qualité, heureusement que nous sommes restés que 2 nuits. Les photos ne correspondent pas du tout, tout est très sale et pas du tout entretenu.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee